Take a tour of Catawba Island, Ohio; Catawba Township, the gateway to the Lake Erie Islands:
For Catawba Island Real Estate - homes, condominiums, cluster homes, lakefront communities, golf communities - contact The Hisey Group with Howard Hanna at 440-315-6000 or 1-800-974-5184.
29 January 2009
28 January 2009
Realtor Magazine: What's Falling Out of Fashion in Houses??
When you build your new Northern Ohio home - you may want to consider the following:
1. Fireplaces: In 1991 62 percent of new homes had a fireplace but in 2007 only 51% had one.
2. Carpet: 54% of homes still have carpet, but the new floor of choice is hardwood.
3. Living room: 34% of home buyers are willing to purchase a home without a living room.
4. Desks in the kitchen: Increasingly being replaced by larger desks in the family room.
5. Skylights: Only included in 10% of new homes.
6. Upscale kitchen finishes: Granite counter tops are gradually being replaced with affordable, low-maintenance laminate counter tops.
1. Fireplaces: In 1991 62 percent of new homes had a fireplace but in 2007 only 51% had one.
2. Carpet: 54% of homes still have carpet, but the new floor of choice is hardwood.
3. Living room: 34% of home buyers are willing to purchase a home without a living room.
4. Desks in the kitchen: Increasingly being replaced by larger desks in the family room.
5. Skylights: Only included in 10% of new homes.
6. Upscale kitchen finishes: Granite counter tops are gradually being replaced with affordable, low-maintenance laminate counter tops.
27 January 2009
Medina County American Red Cross: Chocolate Festival Time !!
12th Annual Chocolate Festival
Featuring chocolate items from over 30 vendors.
Saturday, February 7th, 2009
11am to 3pm
Community Center
Medina County Fairgrounds
735 Lafayette Road, Medina
$10 ticket for 10 chocolate samples.
$5 ticket for 5 samples.
Featuring chocolate items from over 30 vendors.
Saturday, February 7th, 2009
11am to 3pm
Community Center
Medina County Fairgrounds
735 Lafayette Road, Medina
$10 ticket for 10 chocolate samples.
$5 ticket for 5 samples.
26 January 2009
Tour Burgundy Bay on Middle Bass Island, Ohio
Burgundy Bay is a development on Middle Bass Island within the beautiful Lake Erie Islands. A family friendly environment with pool, golf, marina, club house, beach and more!! Contact the Hisey Group for more information at 440-315-6000.
23 January 2009
Today's Economy is a Joke
This guy is walking with his friend, who happens to be a psychologist.
He says to this friend, "I'm a walking economy."
The friend asks, "How so?""
My hair line is in recession, my stomach is a victim of inflation, and both of these together are putting me into a deep depression!"
(Thanks Lisa Coffey)
He says to this friend, "I'm a walking economy."
The friend asks, "How so?""
My hair line is in recession, my stomach is a victim of inflation, and both of these together are putting me into a deep depression!"
(Thanks Lisa Coffey)
22 January 2009
Oberlin Conservatory of Music: A new jazz opera by Harvey Pekar and Dan Plonsey
Leave Me Alone!A new jazz opera by Harvey Pekar and Dan Plonsey
January 31, 8 p.m.
Free Admission
What happens when you set comic book author Harvey Pekar's inimitable voice to music? Find out on Saturday, January 31, at 8 p.m., when Oberlin premieres Leave Me Alone!, a new opera with words by Pekar and music by saxophonist and composer Dan Plonsey.
A collaboration by two Cleveland natives with a cast and band drawn from Oberlin College and its Conservatory of Music, Leave Me Alone! is a humorous, groovy, and thoughtful meditation on the place of art in our society, produced in cooperation with Real Time Opera. The opera takes the form of a conversation between Pekar and Plonsey, who discuss the difficulties of having a day job, the disconnect between contemporary audiences and contemporary art, their shared love of jazz, and much more.
Opera everywhere.No matter where you are, you can take part in this exciting premiere. Admission to the performance in Finney Chapel is free and open to all. Tickets are not required, but we recommend arriving early to find a seat. Doors will close promptly at 8 to allow our webcast to begin on time. Click here for directions.
If you can't be there in person, we invite you to watch online, at www.LeaveMeAloneOpera.com. The performance will be streamed live and can be viewed for free anywhere around the world.
Interested in organizing a viewing party in your town? Catch up with us on Facebook, and connect with others planning to be there, in person or virtually.
January 31, 8 p.m.
Free Admission
What happens when you set comic book author Harvey Pekar's inimitable voice to music? Find out on Saturday, January 31, at 8 p.m., when Oberlin premieres Leave Me Alone!, a new opera with words by Pekar and music by saxophonist and composer Dan Plonsey.
A collaboration by two Cleveland natives with a cast and band drawn from Oberlin College and its Conservatory of Music, Leave Me Alone! is a humorous, groovy, and thoughtful meditation on the place of art in our society, produced in cooperation with Real Time Opera. The opera takes the form of a conversation between Pekar and Plonsey, who discuss the difficulties of having a day job, the disconnect between contemporary audiences and contemporary art, their shared love of jazz, and much more.
Opera everywhere.No matter where you are, you can take part in this exciting premiere. Admission to the performance in Finney Chapel is free and open to all. Tickets are not required, but we recommend arriving early to find a seat. Doors will close promptly at 8 to allow our webcast to begin on time. Click here for directions.
If you can't be there in person, we invite you to watch online, at www.LeaveMeAloneOpera.com. The performance will be streamed live and can be viewed for free anywhere around the world.
Interested in organizing a viewing party in your town? Catch up with us on Facebook, and connect with others planning to be there, in person or virtually.
21 January 2009
East Point Villas on Middle Bass Island
Take a tour of the East Point Villas Association on beautiful Middle Bass Island. Middle Bass is Centrally located within Ohio's Lake Erie Islands. A quick boat ride to shopping and entertaining on Put In Bay and Kelleys Island. There is a modern paved/maintained public airstrip on the island.
Located in the heart of Ohio's "Vacation Land"
Known as the "Quiet Island for Active People"
Contact the Hisey Group, LLC with Howard Hanna Real Estate Services: LeeHisey@HowardHanna.com or 1-800-974-5184
20 January 2009
Avon Lake: Winter 2009 Environmental Issues Series
The Winter 2009 Environmental Issues Series will begin THIS Wednesday and present every Wednesday for the next 12 weeks at 7pm at the Avon Lake Public Library located at 32649 Electric Blvd., Avon Lake, Oh 44012. The first topic will be Deer Biology & Management. Scott Peters with the Division of Wildlife of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources will present a wealth of information about the lives and movement of deer. Come and learn about them and how to keep deer out of your yard and off your fender.
January 28th the topic is Rain Gardens. Nancy Funni, Director of the Lorain County Soil and Water Conservation District and Joe Reitz, Manager of the City's Engineering Department, will describe rain gardens as a beautiful way to prevent flooding and pollution while encouraging native vegetation and welcoming dragonflies!
January 28th the topic is Rain Gardens. Nancy Funni, Director of the Lorain County Soil and Water Conservation District and Joe Reitz, Manager of the City's Engineering Department, will describe rain gardens as a beautiful way to prevent flooding and pollution while encouraging native vegetation and welcoming dragonflies!
14 January 2009
Glasses to the Masses: Working to help over 1 BILLION People
This story has nothing to do with Ohio's Northcoast or Real Estate. My daughter sent it to me and it's just a fantastic effort to help people in an innovative way - I had to pass it along.
An Oxford University Professor had an amazing but simple idea. Create glasses with water filled lenses that could be adjusted without an optometrist and fancy equipment, and manufactured at an affordable price to help the very poor see better. Help them see well enough to in many cases change their lives!
Follow these links for more info ...
Guardian.co.uk
Joshua Silver: Wikipedia
Adaptive Eye Care
An Oxford University Professor had an amazing but simple idea. Create glasses with water filled lenses that could be adjusted without an optometrist and fancy equipment, and manufactured at an affordable price to help the very poor see better. Help them see well enough to in many cases change their lives!
Follow these links for more info ...
Guardian.co.uk
Joshua Silver: Wikipedia
Adaptive Eye Care
13 January 2009
The Hisey Group LLC, A Howard Hanna Regional Marketing Team - Expanding !!
Now providing even more service with more professionals serving you!!
The Hisey Group now has 4 agents and an assistant plus a professional office staff.
Ernie Hisey, Team Leader, Over 48 Years of Experiencehttp://www.ErnieHisey.com
Mobile/Text: 216-509-01811
Toll Free Voice Mail: 1-800-974-5184
Email: ErnestHisey@howardhanna.com
Lee Hisey, Realtor, ePro, EcoBroker, AWHDhttp://www.LeeHisey.com
Mobile/Text: 440-315-6000
Email: LeeHisey@howardhanna.com
"Serving Cleveland's Westside to the Lake Erie Islands"
1-800-974-5184
12 January 2009
Chairman of Howard Hanna Real Estate Services: Meeting w/ Media/Press and Agents in Avon Lake, Ohio
Media advisory:
The state of real estate in the Lorain County area for 2009
Howard W. “Hoddy” Hanna III, Chairman, Howard Hanna Real Estate Services, will meet with the media, as well with Realtors® from the company, to discuss the state of real estate in the Lorain County area for 2009. The meeting is at the Avon Lake Library, located at 32649 Electric Blvd. in Avon Lake Tuesday January 13 at 9:30 AM.
Hoddy will answer questions from reporters and provide expert insight about what consumers can expect in the real estate industry in 2009 from a knowledgeable perspective.
In addition to being Chairman of the 4th largest full service real estate company and 3rd largest privately held real estate firm in the U.S., Hoddy is a member of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland’s Pittsburgh office board of directors. He is able to provide a unique assessment about the trends in real estate and business in general for the area.
The state of real estate in the Lorain County area for 2009
Howard W. “Hoddy” Hanna III, Chairman, Howard Hanna Real Estate Services, will meet with the media, as well with Realtors® from the company, to discuss the state of real estate in the Lorain County area for 2009. The meeting is at the Avon Lake Library, located at 32649 Electric Blvd. in Avon Lake Tuesday January 13 at 9:30 AM.
Hoddy will answer questions from reporters and provide expert insight about what consumers can expect in the real estate industry in 2009 from a knowledgeable perspective.
In addition to being Chairman of the 4th largest full service real estate company and 3rd largest privately held real estate firm in the U.S., Hoddy is a member of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland’s Pittsburgh office board of directors. He is able to provide a unique assessment about the trends in real estate and business in general for the area.
10 January 2009
The E4S Top 10 Characteristics of a Sustainable Office
I pulled these off of an Entrepreneurs for Sustainability flier. Good tips for your business office. Common sense - but how often do we actually consider these points in our day to day business?
- Form a Green Team
- Set a B.H.A.G. (Big Hairy Audacious Goal)
- Buy Locally
- Everything Energy - Low Hanging Fruit
- Add Green, High Performance Building Technologies & Practices
- Eliminate Waste - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
- Reduce Your Dependence on Paper
- Green Your Transportation
- Evolve Your Kitchen & Catering
- Research Before You Buy
09 January 2009
Homesteps Home Buyers Promotion: A Freddie Mac Unit
Fantastic program - note time is running out!!
Offers received October 23, 2008 – January 31, 2009, with escrow closed by March 14, 2009.
Homebuyers:
Now, no matter where you live in the United States, owning your own home may be more affordable than you think! If you are currently renting or wanting to move up, HomeSteps would like to help you on your way to homeownership. We will pay up to 3.5%* of your purchase price in closing costs for all offers presented on HomeSteps homes between October 23, 2008 – January 31, 2009.
To qualify for this great money-saving offer, just ask your real estate agent to show you the available HomeSteps homes in your area and to include this closing cost offer at the time of your initial offer on a HomeSteps home. Then, upon qualified closing, you will receive your Ask an Agent buyer offer.
No coupon required!
Saving up to 3.5%* at closing adds up! Just think, you could use your closing cost savings to purchase new carpet, new furniture – you name it!
This offer only lasts until January 31, 2009, so make sure and Ask an Agent today about HomeSteps homes.
*As an example of your savings, if the purchase price of your home is $150,000, HomeSteps will pay up to $5,250 of your closing costs. This savings is money that you can use for moving expenses or new furnishings. (Please note HomeSteps will only pay up to 3.5% of your purchase price in closing costs, not to exceed the total closing costs. For instance, if your purchase price is $125,000, and your closing costs are $4,250, HomeSteps will only pay $4,250, an amount equal to 3.4% of your purchase price.)
Call me today for more info. Lee Hisey, 440-315-6000
Offers received October 23, 2008 – January 31, 2009, with escrow closed by March 14, 2009.
Homebuyers:
Now, no matter where you live in the United States, owning your own home may be more affordable than you think! If you are currently renting or wanting to move up, HomeSteps would like to help you on your way to homeownership. We will pay up to 3.5%* of your purchase price in closing costs for all offers presented on HomeSteps homes between October 23, 2008 – January 31, 2009.
To qualify for this great money-saving offer, just ask your real estate agent to show you the available HomeSteps homes in your area and to include this closing cost offer at the time of your initial offer on a HomeSteps home. Then, upon qualified closing, you will receive your Ask an Agent buyer offer.
No coupon required!
Saving up to 3.5%* at closing adds up! Just think, you could use your closing cost savings to purchase new carpet, new furniture – you name it!
This offer only lasts until January 31, 2009, so make sure and Ask an Agent today about HomeSteps homes.
*As an example of your savings, if the purchase price of your home is $150,000, HomeSteps will pay up to $5,250 of your closing costs. This savings is money that you can use for moving expenses or new furnishings. (Please note HomeSteps will only pay up to 3.5% of your purchase price in closing costs, not to exceed the total closing costs. For instance, if your purchase price is $125,000, and your closing costs are $4,250, HomeSteps will only pay $4,250, an amount equal to 3.4% of your purchase price.)
Call me today for more info. Lee Hisey, 440-315-6000
08 January 2009
Cleveland, Ohio: Chicken and Bee Ordinance
Cleveland City Council Health Committee Meeting
Regarding the Chicken and Bee Ordinance
Monday, January 26th at 9:30 am
City Hall at 601 Lakeside Rd in ClevelandCouncil Committee Room, 2nd Floor
The public may attend.
Regarding the Chicken and Bee Ordinance
Monday, January 26th at 9:30 am
City Hall at 601 Lakeside Rd in ClevelandCouncil Committee Room, 2nd Floor
The public may attend.
Ohio's Buckeye Trail
What is the Buckeye Trail? The Buckeye Trail is a hiking trail located entirely within the state of Ohio. It includes 40 of Ohio's 88 counties and includes 1,444 miles of hiking. The trail covers a wide variety of terrain as well as rural areas, small towns and larger communities.
The trail passes through the southwest corner of Ottawa County, Sandusky County, as well as Seneca, Huron, Southern Lorain, Medina and Cuyahoga Counties in North Central Ohio.
There are some campsites available along the trail, however at this point there are not enough to enable campers to camp along the trail every night. Use of the trail is free and open to the public. Just follow the blue blazes and enjoy the beauty of Ohio.
Get Involved: Winter Hike at Findley State Park, Southern Lorain County
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. Join The Buckeye Trail Association and Findley State Park for this winter adventure. 10k, 5k and interpretive hikes leave at 10 a.m. from the nature center (located in campground). Corn bread and Ohio’s Best bean soup is provided by the non-profit Friends of Findley State Park for a donation. Appropriate outerwear and foot wear is recommended. This is the Buckeye Trail's 50th year. Cake will be served after the hike to help celebrate!
Contact: Call Findley State Park at 440-647-5749 for additional information
For additional information:
P.O. Box #254
Worthington, Ohio 43085
330-340-3824
Volunteers are always needed. Membership appreciated. Contact them for details.
07 January 2009
Northern Ohio Real Estate Market: Cleveland, Lorain, Elyria, Port Clinton, Vermilion ....
Prices are still on the decline, and the market is still very slow. Is there any good in this market?
If you are a buyer - there is no better time to buy property, a condo, or a house. Interest rates are unbelievably low, and will probably go a little lower. There is still a very large selection of homes on the market, and there are some wonderful financing opportunities available. If you are waiting for the "bottom" don't wait too long - you'll be looking back when the market tightens and interest rates begin to increase wondering "Why did I wait so long - I missed it!".
Just as the opportunity to purchase almost any home and know if you sold in 5 years you'd make some money fizzled - this "Buyer's Opportunity" will also pass.
Transfers, retirement, health problems, divorce, job loss - sometimes you need to sell your home. Be prepared to compete with bank owned homes/repos in this market. Banks aren't "giving homes away" anymore - you already missed some of that train ride. There are still some fantastic offers - but the road is starting to turn.
Sellers today need to be ready to offer a very good price and probably some incentives. If all of the other houses on your street have dropped in price 2, 3, 4 times - you need to consider a price drop. Your neighbors are your competition!
Give us a call today at: 440-315-6000 or 1-800-974-5184 if you are considering buying or selling a home.
If you are a buyer - there is no better time to buy property, a condo, or a house. Interest rates are unbelievably low, and will probably go a little lower. There is still a very large selection of homes on the market, and there are some wonderful financing opportunities available. If you are waiting for the "bottom" don't wait too long - you'll be looking back when the market tightens and interest rates begin to increase wondering "Why did I wait so long - I missed it!".
Just as the opportunity to purchase almost any home and know if you sold in 5 years you'd make some money fizzled - this "Buyer's Opportunity" will also pass.
Transfers, retirement, health problems, divorce, job loss - sometimes you need to sell your home. Be prepared to compete with bank owned homes/repos in this market. Banks aren't "giving homes away" anymore - you already missed some of that train ride. There are still some fantastic offers - but the road is starting to turn.
Sellers today need to be ready to offer a very good price and probably some incentives. If all of the other houses on your street have dropped in price 2, 3, 4 times - you need to consider a price drop. Your neighbors are your competition!
Give us a call today at: 440-315-6000 or 1-800-974-5184 if you are considering buying or selling a home.
03 January 2009
More Tips When Shopping for a New Home ...
Looking for a new home? Make sure you take some simple steps to make the right choice.
- Drive the neighborhood around the home you are interested in. Do you see improvements taking place? New construction and remodeling? Active small businesses? Watch for signs of a neighborhood that is growing, thriving, or improving.
- You are also purchasing the community services. Check out the schools, how far away is the nearest fire and police protection (and these days make sure it is actually open), and where is the nearest grocery store?
- What are the taxes. Ask your Realtor if the information on the property fliers is current. Keep in mind that what you ultimately pay in taxes may not be what the current owner is paying.
- Do you rely on highways for work/family/business? How close are they?
- Roads, sidewalks and fire hydrants - are they in good condition? Can the areas infrastructure support your quality of life?
Can you imagine your self IN THIS PLACE everyday. Often people have a romantic idea of living in a home they discover without thinking through the day to day realities of living in THAT PLACE with everything it entails. If your answer is "YES!" then call a Realtor today. We are in a fantastic buyers market. If you have been waiting then NOW IS THE TIME!!
Considering Real Estate in North Central Ohio? Call the Hisey Group, LLC with Howard Hanna Real Estate Services today: 440-315-6000/1-800-974-5184 or email me at leehisey@howardhanna.com.
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