These Real Estate Trends Will Be Game-Changers in 2018

These Real Estate Trends Will Be Game-Changers in 2018

From housing inventory to price appreciation to generational and regional shifts, these are the top trends that will shape, and reshape, real estate markets in 2018. Buckle up! It's going to be quite a ride. (realtor.com) > Read More

13 Things to Know About Selling Your Home in Fall and Winter

13 Things to Know About Selling Your Home in Fall and Winter

The weather may be getting colder, but that doesn't mean buyers' bids have to. (realestate.usnews.com) > Read More

Hot Drink Recipes You'll Love

Hot Drink Recipes You'll Love

Warm up your parties or family gatherings with our recipes for hot chocolate, flavored coffee, spiced tea, apple cider, slow cooker juice mixes and more. (midwestliving.com) > Read More

Tips to Home Selling in Winter

Tips to Home Selling in Winter

Thinking about home selling in the winter? Winter presents its own unique set of challenges. It is not the ideal time to put your home on the market if you live where it gets cold and rains or snows, primarily because bad weather doesn't make your home show well. (thebalance.com) > Read More

How Cold Does it Have to Be Before You Bring Your Plants Inside?

How Cold Does it Have to Be Before You Bring Your Plants Inside?

An inevitable part of being a plant parent (and living in an area that actually gets cold in fall and winter) is figuring out what to do with all your outdoor plants - and even keeping your indoor houseplants alive - when the temperature starts to drop. (apartmenttherapy.com) > Read More

Be prepared for unexpected Winter storms

Be prepared for unexpected Winter storms

It's always better to have a place before winter takes an unexpected turn in the for of a blizzard or dangerously icy conditions. Here are "before, during, and after" plans for winter storms and extreme cold. Give it a read now and keep it for just in case you need it in the future. > Read More

Gas Fireplaces Offer Efficient Heating Choices

Gas Fireplaces Offer Efficient Heating Choices

Despite today's fluctuating natural gas prices, gas fireplaces are the overwhelming choice in fireplaces, far outselling their cordwood counterparts. (hgtv.com) > Read More

How to Care for Poinsettias

How to Care for Poinsettias

Poinsettias bring a splash of festive red and green to a table or windowsill at the holidays. With proper care, you can enjoy these beautiful plants for weeks. (hgtv.com) > Read More

Irish Coffee Recipe

Irish Coffee Recipe

Irish whisky and a dollop of whipped cream are all you need to turn a cup of coffee into this cold-weather classic. This drink isn't overly rich so it pairs well with dessert yet is tasty enough to serve on its own. (hgtv.com) > Read More

Prepare Your Garden for Winter

Prepare Your Garden for Winter

Is your yard ready for the big chill? Get your lawn and garden frost-ready with these tips (hgtv.com) > Read More

Here's to Hygge: This Cozy Danish Lifestyle Will Change Your Life

Here's to Hygge: This Cozy Danish Lifestyle Will Change Your Life

Well, the secret's finally out. If you've ever wondered how those Scandinavian countries with long, cold winters manage to be the happiest nations in the world, we have an answer for you. It's called hygge. (hgtv.com) > Read More

Amazing ?DIY Woven Headboards for the Ultimate Cozy Bed

Amazing ?DIY Woven Headboards for the Ultimate Cozy Bed

Turn up the coziness factor in your bedroom this fall and winter with these woven headboards-all of which will still look amazing any time of year. Don't worry if you don't have any weaving experience; these 8 approachable DIYs are totally doable by beginners. (apartmenttherapy.com) > Read More

DECEMBER 2017 MARKET UPDATE!

DECEMBER 2017

Included in this blog post is a link to my Real Estate Update Newsletter. Please click on the link below to get the latest Real Estate Update for December! If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call or email my office. 

614-882-6725

delena@delena.com

http://realtytimes.com/229/DeLenaCiamacco

Drafts No More: How To Add Weatherstripping to Your Doors

Drafts No More: How To Add Weatherstripping to Your Doors

It's inevitable - unless you take this time to escape to warmer climates, those cold winds will find you this winter. To help keep your home cozy (and your energy bills from skyrocketing) add foam weatherstripping around your windows and doors. (apartmenttherapy.com) > Read More

OPEN HOUSE IN WESTERVILLE!

OPEN HOUSE!

by Brittany Morse

959 Maebelle Way

Westerville, OH 43081

Sunday, December 3 from 1-3 pm!

This home is a MUST-SEE!

THE ENTERTAINER'S DREAM HOME!

Rambling Ranch home with 6,300+ SF on 2 finished levels nestled onto half+ acre, very scenic and private wooded lot with stream, bridge and ponds! Den/BR with built-in bookcases and Full Bath. Huge, fully applianced updated Kitchen with wrap around oak cabinets, new granite counters and oversized island. 2 Dining Rooms. Two-Story, all glass Atrium in the center of the home. Giant sunken Great Room with wood planked walls and ceiling.  Stone accent walls around the home. Expansive Masters retreat with whirlpool Bath and walk-in closet.  Finished, walk out lower level (perfect In-Law/Teen Suite) has 2 additional Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths, Billiards Area, Kitchenette and Bar. In ground heated pool, new carpet, interior/exterior paint, newer roof, decks and more!  Truly one-of-a- kind! 4-5 BRs, 4 Full and 2 Half Baths. Westerville Schools. Only $464,900! Come take a look!

Built-Ins That Make Entertaining Easier

Built-Ins That Make Entertaining Easier

The holidays are upon us. For help getting party-ready, we've assembled a portfolio of bars and servers that pack style and utility into the typical untapped spaces in a home. (www.thisoldhouse.com) > Read More

17 ways to cozy up your house for $0

17 ways to cozy up your house for $0

Relaxation for you and your bank account. > Read More

NEW LISTING IN DELAWARE!

 

JUST LISTED!

~8312 River Rock Lane~

INCREDIBLE AND ONE-OF-A-KIND! Two-story riverfront home in a small, exclusive gated community with $2M+ homes. Over 4 scenic acres with woods, ravines and backing to the River. Quality and Design unmatched. Nearly 5,200 SF on 3 finished levels of unique and open living spaces. Timber framed structure with exposed beams and 8” solid oak floors throughout. Loft/Owner’s Retreat has his/hers walk-in closets and whirlpool Bath. 29 foot wood planked ceilings in “rustic” beamed Great Room. Giant Kitchen/Hearth Room with wrap around cabinets, marble countertops and fireplace. Full, finished walk-out Lower Level. 3 covered decks/patio, paver courtyard, 4+ car garage and more! 3 BRs and 2.5 Baths. Olentangy schools. Only $1,799,900! Call DeLena Today!