You’re scrolling through your phone, probably sipping a coffee at a shop in the Short North or heading back from a long day in Downtown Columbus, Ohio. You see an ad: “Low mortgage rates starting at X.XX%!” You think, “Perfect…
Buying your first home is probably the biggest "adulting" moment you’ll ever have. It’s a mix of pure excitement, scouring Zillow for that perfect kitchen island, and, let’s be honest, a little bit of "what on earth am I doing?"…
If you’ve served in the military, you’ve earned more than just a uniform and some incredible stories; you’ve earned one of the most powerful financial tools in the American real estate market: the VA Home Loan. I’m Steven Scott, and…
If you have spent any time lately scrolling through real estate listings in the middle of the night, perhaps eyeing a beautiful brick home in German Village or a modern build in the heart of Columbus, Ohio, you know the…
If you’ve been shopping for a condo lately, or if you currently own one and are keeping an eye on your association’s monthly dues, you know that the world of condo financing has felt a bit like a game of…
Hey there! Steven Scott here from Affinity Group Mortgage. If you’ve been following the news lately, or just noticed that filling up your tank in Columbus is costing a bit more than it did last month, you might be wondering…
Welcome to the most unproductive, exhilarating, and "why-did-I-pick-that-team" three weeks of the year. Here in Columbus, Ohio, we take our sports seriously. Whether we’re debating the best spot for wings in the Short North or analyzing point spreads, the energy…
It’s that time of year again. If you walk into any office in Columbus, Ohio, or scroll through your social media feed right now, you’re bound to see one thing: brackets. The air is buzzing, the snacks are prepped, and…
If you’re a Veteran or active-duty service member living in Ohio, you already know that the benefits of your service are well-earned. But one of the most powerful financial tools available to you often gets overlooked or misunderstood: the VA…
Remember when mortgage rates were pushing 8% back in late 2023? Yeah, those weren't the good old days. If you bought or refinanced during that peak period, I've got some great news: rates have dropped significantly, and you might be…
