Southeast Ohio is not defined by one town or one type of property. It includes college communities, historic river towns, small villages, working farms, wooded recreational tracts and homes where the nearest neighbor may be well beyond the next ridge. What ties the region together is a strong sense of place and a way of life shaped by the land.

Before purchasing property in Athens, Gallia, Meigs, Washington, Hocking, Vinton, Jackson, or the surrounding counties, buyers should verify these seven important items.

When people think about Southeast Ohio’s industrial past, coal mining and iron production often come to mind first. But another industry helped shape the region’s communities—literally—one brick at a time.

Many homeowners believe they should "leave room to negotiate" by pricing above market value. While that strategy may have worked during the ultra-competitive market a few years ago, today's buyers are more informed, more cautious, and have access to more homes than they've had in recent years. Inventory has generally increased compared to the post-pandemic lows, giving buyers more choices and making accurate pricing even more important.