Kathy Holmes, Ohio Broker at Axen Realty LLC

10/13/2026

🏡 Open House: Sun Oct 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm at 3189 State Route 307, Austinburg. ✨

Explore this beautifully updated Victorian home, blending 1900 charm with modern comfort on 3.74 acres. Enjoy approximately 3,292 sq ft, 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, a 3-car attached garage, light-filled rooms, original-style woodwork, and a fireplace. 🔥

Offered at $325,000. Stop by the open house and see the welcoming layout for yourself! 🔑

https://kathyholmes.axenrealty.com/d8r5v1t6

10/12/2026

Open House | Saturday | October 17th | 12-4 pm
Need room to live, build, store, and stretch out? This Andover property brings it all together. 🌿

7193 Woodard Rd offers a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home with approximately 1,332 sq ft on two separate approximately one-acre parcels.

The standout: a 52' x 60' outbuilding with concrete floors, electricity, propane tube heat, and a dedicated heated workshop area. There’s also a metal carport and a propane-powered whole-house generator.

Listed at $299,000. Schedule your appointment to explore the possibilities.

440-812-5169 | [email protected]
https://kathyholmes.axenrealty.com/d8r5uxy4

10/12/2026

A Victorian with room to imagine what’s next. ✨

Built in 1900 and thoughtfully updated, this Austinburg home pairs original-style woodwork and light-filled rooms with 3,292 sq. ft. of flexible living space.

Set on 3.74 acres, it offers 3 bedrooms, a 3-car attached garage, a covered porch, rear deck, and an outbuilding for hobbies or storage. The upstairs has its own private entrance, adding options for separate living suites.

Offered at $325,000. Schedule your private showing with Kathy Holmes: 440-812-5169.

https://kathyholmes.axenrealty.com/d8r5uxxq

08/01/2025

MLS # 5144380 – Beautiful Renovated Century Home on 5+ Acres with Barn, Man Cave, and More Welcome to country living at its finest! This completely remodeled century home sits on just over 5 scenic...

05/29/2025

IMPORTANT HUD UPDATE: Exclusive Listing Period
Effective May 30, 2025 the Exclusive Listing Period will be reduced to 15 Days
There’s a big change from HUD about how long Owner-Occupants get exclusive access to make offers on REO properties.
Here’s what you need to know:
What Changed?
The Exclusive Listing Period (that’s the time when only Owner-Occupants, HUD-approved nonprofits, and government entities can bid) is now just 15 days, down from 30.
How It will Works Effective May 30, 2025:
Days 1–10: HUD collects bids but doesn’t look at them yet (they are sealed until the deadline)
Day 11–15: Bids are opened and reviewed daily.
After Day 15: If the home doesn’t sell, it opens up to everyone—including investors.
What Didn’t Change?
Bidding rules
How offers are submitted
How bids are awarded (still based on best net return to HUD)
Important Note: If a property was already listed under the 30-day rule, it stays a 30-day Exclusive Listing Period. But any new listings May 30, 2025 or later will follow the new 15-day rule.

05/19/2025

Take a look at this!

Keeping that low mortgage rate is smart – until it starts holding you back.

If a move is likely on the horizon for you, even if it’s a few years down the line, it’s worth thinking through the numbers now, so you can plan ahead.

What other price point do you want to see these numbers for? Let’s have that conversation, so I can show you how the math adds up. That way, you can make an informed decision about your timeline.



Kathy Holmes --
Contact: 440-812-5169 --
https://www.allpointsrealty.us/

If you have a 3% mortgage rate, you’re probably pretty hesitant to let that go.

05/17/2025

Take a look at this!

Having student loans doesn’t mean buying a home is off the table. Before you count yourself out, talk to a lender to get a clearer picture of what you can afford and how close you are to taking the first step toward homeownership.



Kathy Holmes --
Contact: 440-812-5169 --
https://www.allpointsrealty.us/

Did you know? According to a recent study, 72% of people with student loans think their debt will delay their ability to buy a home.

05/16/2025

Take a look at this!

Are you wondering what to expect if you buy or sell a home in the second half of the year? Here’s what the expert forecasts tell you.

Mortgage rates are expected to come down slightly. There will be more homes available for sale. And as inventory rises, home price growth will moderate.

Want to know what this could mean for your plans? Let's connect and talk through it together.



Kathy Holmes --
Contact: 440-812-5169 --
https://www.allpointsrealty.us/

Are you wondering what to expect if you buy or sell a home in the second half of the year? Here’s what the expert forecasts tell you.

05/14/2025

Take a look at this!

Whether you’re looking at a newly built home or something a little older, there’s a good chance you can benefit from concessions or incentives.

If a seller or builder offered you something extra, what would make the biggest difference to help you move forward?

Let’s talk about it and see if it’s realistic based on inventory and competition in our local market.



Kathy Holmes --
Contact: 440-812-5169 --
https://www.allpointsrealty.us/

Especially in areas where inventory is rising, both homebuilders and sellers are sweetening the deal for buyers with things like paid closing costs, mortgage rate buy-downs, and more.

05/12/2025

Take a look at this!

It doesn’t matter whether you plan to move soon or not, it can still pay off to make strategic updates that’ll help you love your home now and stand out later.

What’s one upgrade you’ve been thinking about – and wondering if it’s worth it? Let’s make sure it’ll pay off when the time comes.



Kathy Holmes --
Contact: 440-812-5169 --
https://www.allpointsrealty.us/

Whether you’re planning to move soon or not, it’s smart to be strategic about which home projects you take on.