Welcome to the June edition of Living OUTSTANDING! June has been a full month in every sense of the word—full schedules, full hearts, and a few unexpected adventures along the way. From celebrating Abby’s graduation to helping clients move into exciting new chapters, this month has been a reminder that life’s most meaningful moments often come with a lot of preparation, a little flexibility, and a whole lot of help from your village. In this issue, I’ll share the podcast I’m

As we reach the midpoint of 2026, the Northeast Ohio housing market continues to challenge some of the stories making national headlines. May’s numbers show more homes available across all four counties, but they also show prices holding firm: average price per square foot increased year-over-year in Cuyahoga, Summit, Medina, and Stark, while sale-to-list ratios remained at or above 100%. For buyers, growing inventory may create more choices and a little more room to plan car

Summer Heat Safety: Staying Cool, Hydrated, and Independent Hot weather can be uncomfortable for anyone, but older adults are especially vulnerable to heat-related illness. As we age, the body may not adjust to sudden temperature changes as quickly. Certain health conditions and medications can also affect the body’s ability to regulate temperature or recognize thirst. Fortunately, a few simple habits can make a meaningful difference: Drink water regularly instead of waiting

Read the June 2026 Outstanding Ohio newsletter to find out what you missed in the Outstanding Ohio Facebook group in May and learn about events planned for June.

Welcome to the May edition of Living OUTSTANDING! May has been one of those full-circle months — full of milestones, celebrations, proud mom moments, business momentum, community connections, and little everyday finds that make life sweeter. As spring starts leaning toward summer, this month has reminded me how quickly seasons change, how meaningful endings can be, and how much joy there is in pausing to appreciate the moments along the way. In this issue, I’ll share the swee

Gardening for Health, Joy, and Connection Gardening has a wonderful way of making life feel a little brighter. It encourages us to slow down, notice small changes, and take pride in nurturing something from seed to bloom. For older adults, it can also be a gentle way to support physical, mental, and emotional well-being. The best part is that gardening does not have to mean kneeling in a large flower bed or managing a big backyard. A small container garden, raised bed, table

The spring market is giving buyers a little more breathing room — but not necessarily an easier path. Across Northeast Ohio, active listings are up compared to last year in Cuyahoga, Summit, Stark and Medina Counties, which means buyers have more homes to consider and sellers have more competition to think about. At the same time, every county in this month’s snapshot is still averaging a 100% sale-to-list price ratio, so the homes that are priced and prepared well are still

Read the May 2026 Outstanding Ohio newsletter to find out what you missed in the Outstanding Ohio Facebook group in April and learn about events planned for May.

Welcome to the April edition of Living OUTSTANDING! April has been a full month — the kind that moves quickly, stretches your heart in a few different directions, and reminds you how much life can hold at once. There were sunny spring break moments on the beach, busy real estate days back home, meaningful community experiences, live performances, new discoveries, and a few bittersweet endings that made me want to slow time down just a little. In this issue, I’ll share a fresh

Spring market momentum is starting to build, but this year’s conditions are creating a little more nuance across Northeast Ohio. Inventory is up in several counties compared to last year, giving buyers more options and a bit more room to be thoughtful. Even so, home values are holding strong, sale-to-list ratios remain high, and well-positioned homes are still attracting serious attention. In other words, opportunity exists on both sides of the market — but strategy matters m

Hearing Well & Staying Connected Hearing loss is one of the most common challenges older adults face, and it often happens so gradually that people do not realize how much they are missing. The television volume creeps up. Phone conversations become frustrating. Restaurants feel noisier than they used to. Family members may notice more “What?” and “Can you repeat that?” moments long before a senior brings it up themselves. The good news is that there are more solutions than

Read the April 2026 Outstanding Ohio newsletter to find out what you missed in the Outstanding Ohio Facebook group in March and learn about events planned for April.

Welcome to the March edition of Living OUTSTANDING! March has felt like a month of contrasts—wintry days hanging on a little longer than we’d like, while signs of spring and fresh energy begin to peek through. It’s been a season of staying cozy, getting organized, celebrating meaningful accomplishments, and gaining new perspective through experiences that have been both inspiring and eye-opening. In this issue, I’ll share a new local O bsession that has quickly become a favo

Spring market momentum is starting to build, but this year’s conditions are creating a little more opportunity for buyers than we’ve seen in a while. Inventory is up across much of Northeast Ohio, which means more options and more chances to be thoughtful about the process. Even so, home values are holding strong, sale-to-list ratios remain high, and the best-positioned homes are still attracting attention. This month’s newsletter is designed to help you make sense of what we

Creating a Life File: A Simple System for Important Documents None of us like to think about emergencies or unexpected situations — but having important information organized ahead of time can make an enormous difference for the people who care about us. Recently at a networking event, someone mentioned something called a “bus document.” The idea is simple: if you were suddenly unable to manage things — whether from illness, injury, or yes… even getting hit by a bus — would

Read the March 2026 Outstanding Ohio newsletter to find out what you missed in the Outstanding Ohio Facebook group in February and learn about events planned for March.

Welcome to the February edition of Living OUTSTANDING! February has felt like a blend of big emotions and bright moments—winter still hanging on, schedules staying full, and reminders showing up in unexpected places. Between stories that stirred my heart, community connections that continue to deepen, and proud “mom moments” that made time stand still, this month has been one of perspective, momentum, and meaning. In this issue, I’ll share what I’m O bsessed with along with

January’s numbers tell an important story across Northeast Ohio: active listings are up year-over-year, but closed sales came in at the lowest January we’ve seen in the past decade. In other words, more homes are coming to market — yet many buyers seem to be taking a wait-and-see approach. That makes strategy more important than ever: for sellers, pricing and presentation need to be sharp; for buyers, patience and preparation can create real opportunity when the right home hi

Scam & Fraud Protection Scammers are skilled at creating urgency — “Your bank account is compromised,” “Your grandchild is in trouble,” “You owe taxes and will be arrested,” or “We need your code to verify your identity.” Their goal is to get you to act quickly before you have time to think. The most powerful protection is surprisingly simple: PAUSE and VERIFY. Before you give information, click a link, buy gift cards, or move money, take a breath and confirm the situation

Read the February 2026 Outstanding Ohio newsletter to find out what you missed in the Outstanding Ohio Facebook group in January and learn about events planned for February.