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"As a first-time homebuyer, I was nervous about the entire process. Step by step, Joe made it easy and fun. His expertise in the Columbus real estate market is a tremendous asset. He is highly recommended!" - Nicolette Horan, March 08
"I wanted to say thank you again, so much, for all your hard work. I know that you really put a lot of time into this transaction and I really, really appreciate it. I'm so happy I got the house and it all worked out and I just wanted to say thanks again, you did a great job and i really appreciate it. I will put that on the survey when they send it to me.
If there is ever anything I can do for you, please don't hesitate to give me a call. I will refer every single person I know to you. I'm going to go get my dog and we're going to sit on the floor of our new house and have a glass of champaign. Thanks a lot Joe" -- Michael Mamp, Feb 08
Oak Street to Become Columbus Community Reinvestment Area
October 16th, 2007 categories: Olde Towne East
I think it’s pretty odd that the city would declare only one street a CRA, but it’s not a bad idea with all the storefronts that exist on Oak. I really believe that the future vibrancy and sustainability of the Olde Towne East area depends, in large part, on the viability of these storefronts being occupied and making the near East side a walkable urban neighborhood with basic amenities.
From City Council this week:
COUNCIL HELPING NEIGHBORHOOD REINVESTMENT:
When helping to rebuild neighborhoods, City Council has several different economic programs they can use to assist homeowners who are trying to increase the value of their properties. One initiative is the creation of a Community Reinvestment Area (CRA). Development Committee Chair Maryellen O’Shaughnessy is sponsoring ordinance 1501-2007 to designate the newest residential CRA on Oak Street, from Parsons Ave. to Rhodes Ave. Homeowners can qualify for 100% tax exemptions based upon the type of remodeling project completed—including a maximum 100%, 15-year tax exemption for construction of a new owner-occupied dwelling. The work must be completed by the end of 2012 to be eligible for the exemption.