Why Central Ohio's Park System Keeps Getting Better
Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks now spans 21 parks, more than 230 miles of trails, and over 28,700 acres, with a brand-new park opened this year and another on the way. Here's why the system is worth factoring into a decision about where to live.
Why So Many Global Companies Are Choosing Central Ohio
Google, Amazon, Meta, and Microsoft have combined to invest more than $50 billion across Central Ohio, and Intel's $28 billion New Albany semiconductor plant is the largest single economic development project in Ohio history. Here's an honest look at what it means for jobs and housing.
Where Are First-Time Homebuyers Actually Finding Value in Central Ohio?
Buying your first home in Central Ohio may be more achievable than you think. Chrisi Hagan explains current home prices, OHFA down payment assistance, affordable suburbs, and practical strategies to help first-time buyers enter the Columbus real estate market.
Is Central Ohio Actually a Good Place to Retire?
Central Ohio doesn't chase the retirement spotlight the way Florida or Arizona do, but it offers a cost of living below the national average, healthcare costs roughly 19% below average, and a tax code that doesn't touch Social Security benefits.