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As one of the top commercial real estate firms in Columbus, Ohio, The Robert Weiler Company has adopted Ella Fitzgerald’s classic lyric, “summertime and the livin’ is easy” as its motto. Life may be moving just a little slower, as we enjoy pool parties, barbeques, vacations, and spending time with friends and family; but we’ve remained quite busy over the last year. If you’re one of our valued clients (or want to be one), or actively seeking commercial real estate agents in Columbus, take a glimpse inside what we’ve recently achieved and get a feel for what’s to come in the fall and beyond!
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They say you should never judge a book by its cover; though, when it comes to a commercial rental property, this adage doesn’t quite ring true. Many potential tenants of available rental properties won’t take the time to see the inside if the outside doesn’t entice them. If the outside of your property does meet their standards, however, they will feel compelled to take a peek at the inside.
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It’s not always easy to sell Columbus, Ohio commercial real estate for sale on the market. There are many elements to keep in mind and a variety of factors to consider. You can never be certain that you’ve examined every angle until the deal is already finalized. But there are a few things you can do to be sure you sell your commercial real estate quickly and with as little hassle as possible.
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Exciting things are happening at The Robert Weiler Company, and we want to bring you up to speed! As you may or may not know, we won a competition (in conjunction with our friends at CASTO) in early 2014 to redevelop 11.5 acres of former public housing properties in East Franklinton – a burgeoning creative-class enclave.
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The Lawrence Funderburke Youth Organization Financial Life Skills camp had an exclusive look at commercial real estate through the lens of The Robert Weiler Company and our president, Skip Weiler. Throughout the day, the campers were introduced to the world of commercial real estate negotiation, sales, and appraisal.
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You might be searching for an Ohio real estate appraiser; however, you may not know what the role is of an appraiser or the importance of hiring one. They can have a drastic effect on the price point of homes and commercial properties for sale, as they establish the value of properties by calculating and considering a multitude of aspects.
The primary service that an Ohio real estate appraiser provides is determining the true value of a particular property. An appraisal is a complex, but not impossible task. Find out some of the specifics, below.
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The ideal neighborhood – with the best schools, great neighbors, and a feeling of warmth – is completely realistic by purchasing real estate in Bexley, Ohio.
The City of Bexley, Ohio (a suburb of Columbus, Ohio) has the makings of a great place to live, start a family, open a business, and enjoy a great sense of community. Find out why, below.
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With only weeks left in the second quarter of 2015, it’s time to embrace some pre-summer excitement by taking a look back at quarter one. Despite a frigid start to 2015 for Columbus, Ohio, in which temperatures dropped to zero or even below zero at nights, the Central Ohio (especially Columbus) real estate market remained red-hot. And, if the above-average March 31 temperature of 64 degrees was any sign of good news to come in the real estate market, Columbus should get ready for a warming trend throughout the upcoming summer.
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When actively searching for local commercial properties, it’s important that you find qualified commercial REALTORS in Columbus, Ohio. With extensive local market knowledge, top-notch professionalism, and a high ethical standard, commercial REALTORS can help you find the property you want, and work with you to get the best price based on strong negotiation skills. However, you have to be careful in determining which commercial real estate firm you choose to work with. The following tips will point you in the right direction.
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As a real estate investor, you want a professional who is considered to be the best of the best. That’s why you need a Columbus appraisal professional who has a deep understanding of the commercial property appraisal process. It’s important that you understand the value of the property you are purchasing for investment and know every last detail. Just like your property, there is value in hiring the right Columbus appraiser.
But who can you trust?
Fortunately, The American Society of Appraisers is around to help make that decision easier. Learn more below.
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The remarkable strides that have been made to the technology used to run our homes and businesses over the last few decades, alone, wouldn’t feel out of place in a Ray Bradbury novel; but “Going Green” is far from a 21st century concept. Solar power heaters were in common use in the early 1900s; and as far back as the 1800s, many portions of the American West utilized wind technology to aide in providing power for irrigation, setting the stage for wind power’s resurgence a century later.
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When it comes to the commercial property managers Columbus, Ohio has to offer, scams may be somewhat harder to detect than the Nigerian Prince who wants to share his millions with you, but they are plentiful, nonetheless. These scam artists can defraud both renters and property managers; so both ends of the spectrum need to beware of deception. Below are some tips to avoid being taken for a ride.
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As we’re entering 2015, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the market for Columbus, Ohio real estate for sale during the previous year. The data shows that 2014 was a fantastic year for both residential and commercial real estate. If you were buying, selling, or investing last year, you likely experienced very few setbacks or shortcomings, growth in important areas, and declines where they were needed. While there is still room for opportunity in 2015, last year brought much positivity to an already flourishing market. Join us as we take a look back at 2014.
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If you’re in the market for real estate — whether it’s looking to buy or sell — you will likely need the assistance of an Ohio property appraiser. But how can you determine if the appraiser is competent to do their job correctly? How does a person actually go about obtaining a degree and career in appraisal? And can you trust that he or she will provide you with the most accurate assessment of your real estate? Simply put… what makes the appraiser qualified? Once you understand the amount of effort and work that goes into getting a license, you’ll understand the requirements and knowledge needed to just get started in this field.
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If you’ve ever made an investment in Columbus real estate, you know how important the role is of a property manager. Columbus is home to many successful property management companies; their goal is to enhance your investment’s ability to generate income.
But what if you’ve discovered that managing the details – property maintenance, marketing, and tenant management – is something you are passionate about? How do individuals become a property manager? What certifications do they need? Find out that and more, below.
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Are you looking to get a real estate appraisal? Columbus, Ohio is home to many appraisers but you obviously want to find one that will help you get a fair price on your property. Of the more innocuous professions, a real estate appraiser ranks pretty high. They’re not saving lives; they’re not designing products that can potentially injure people; nor are they making the world a safe place. They’re just doing their jobs – aggregating and accumulating data from a wealth of sources in order to estimate a property’s value and report those findings to a buyer and seller.
Sounds simple enough, doesn’t it?
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A strong housing market has a healthy impact on its surrounding Columbus commercial realty, allowing it to be stable and vibrant. Luckily, this has been the case, as the housing market in Columbus, Ohio has shown significant signs of improvement in both September and October 2014.
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The former Mary Kelley’s Restaurant in Dublin, Ohio, located at 7148 Muirfield Drive, has been transformed into Shade on Muirfield. The nearly 7,000 sq. ft. restaurant is the fourth in the series of Shade sport-themed restaurant pubs in Central Ohio.
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With over 75 years under their belt, The Robert Weiler Company is one of the oldest family-owned real estate development firms in Central Ohio. In a recent article featured in The Columbus Dispatch (as well as a narrative in Columbus CEO magazine), both second and third generation Weiler, Robert and Skip, speak candidly about commercial real estate in Ohio, the business-family relationship, and following in their fathers’ footsteps.
The calendar may say spring, but real estate in Ohio has jumped right to summer with hot deals, amazing prospects, and pent-up demand. This is all following a brutal winter that froze property buying as much as it froze solid ground.
In fact, according to Freddie Mac, the government-sponsored and public financial services company, and its newly created Multi-Indicator Market Index (MiMi), more than half of U.S. states are showing improved housing markets. Eleven U.S. states (including the District of Columbia) are showing stable growth with places such as Alaska, North Dakota, and Louisiana leading the pack. But where has real estate been improving the most?
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