Holly Holt Sells Homes, Realtor

05/31/2026

Today’s market is a lot less forgiving on pricing and presentation, which is why relisting takes more planning than it did a few years ago.

As the housing market slows in some areas, more sellers are finding themselves in a position that was rare during the boom years: relisting a home that didn’t sell the first time. This article looks at practical ways to rethink pricing, staging, timing, and marketing before putting a property back...

05/30/2026

Pros share where to focus your effort.

Selling your home can be a bit of a guessing game. While you can certainly work to make sure your home looks its best, it’s hard to know what potential home buyers are actually reacting to (or looking for) as they walk through your home. That said, there are ways to stack the deck in your favor to...

05/29/2026

Home sales in the Columbus area have cooled compared to last year, but rising inventory is making the market feel more balanced.

The Central Ohio housing market is looking more balanced this spring, with inventory levels rising even as home sales slow compared with last year. For buyers around Columbus, that could mean less pressure to make rushed decisions and more opportunity to compare properties carefully before making an...

05/28/2026

Buyers in Ohio are seeing a market that’s more balanced than the ultra-competitive conditions people got used to a few years ago.

Ohio’s spring housing market is giving buyers a little more flexibility than they’ve had in recent years, with inventory improving in many areas and competition easing compared with the peak pandemic market. At the same time, affordability is still front and center for a lot of households, espec...

05/27/2026

Learn about key insights on cabinet colors, layouts, budgets and more from the 2026 U.S. Houzz Kitchen Trends Study

Kitchen remodels are revealing clear shifts in priorities for the home. Wood cabinets are dethroning white, and aging-in-place design is on the rise. Renovating homeowners are rethinking layouts, planning for the long term and investing in smarter, more functional spaces, often without making kitche...

05/26/2026

Nothing dates a space quite like a trend. While they may shine in the moment, their shelf life is notoriously short—and when embraced a little too eagerly, they can become a homeowner’s biggest regret (their ultimate design “ick,” if you will).

After years of trying to appease Instagram with the Kim K-inspired, barely-there aesthetic—think stark white walls, minimal art, and harsh restraint—the pendulum is finally swinging in the opposite direction. In design is entering a course correction. Warmth, lived-in character, and personal exp...

05/25/2026

From furniture pieces to plants to paint colors, here are a few staples of the eternally chic.

05/24/2026

Thinking about renting out your home? Here are 10 things you should know

Deciding to rent out a property is an exciting step. Whether you are inheriting property, turning a former home into a source of income, or getting started in real estate investing, becoming a landlord is more straightforward than you might think, even for first-timers who have never managed a prope...

05/23/2026

If you're thinking about updating your home, the biggest design trends for 2026 are leaning toward spaces that feel warmer, simpler, and easier to live in.

Houzz is seeing homeowners move toward designs that feel more natural, personal, and livable. Think warmer colors, better storage, and spaces that work harder for everyday life. If you're planning a renovation in 2026, this article offers a good look at ideas that can make your home feel current wit...

05/21/2026

This May specifically, could be a smart time to get started, as the product has unique advantages in today's economic environment. Below, we'll detail three advantages worth knowing now.

News in late April that the Federal Reserve was keeping interest rates on hold once again, and not proceeding with a rate cut that would benefit millions, wasn't unexpected. But it was still a disappointing development for many, especially seniors and older adults who have been contending with eleva...