The Porch

Is it time for you to take a vacation? Yes. Yes it is. In today’s work-focused society, vacations are falling to the wayside. According to...

Buying a home is overwhelming - plain and simple. There are just so many decisions to make. When is a good time to buy? What neighborhoods...

Summer means more outdoor activities for many families, some more dangerous than others. It never hurts to be on the safe side to ensure a...

It’s summer! That means it’s time to dust off your grill and brandish your barbecuing tools. Usually, a BBQ isn’t complete without hot...

The Columbus Branch of Ruoff Home Mortgage values their community and comradery above all else. It’s important to the team to spend time...

Adulting…as if it isn’t hard enough on its own. As if we don’t have enough to fret about with the perpetual climbing of ladders, the pesky...

We mourn the loss of Ruoff Home Mortgage’s founder and namesake, David L Ruoff. Dave has been an integral part of this company since the...

When you begin looking for a home, you will be met with dozens of opinions. Everyone has a different idea of where, when, and how you...

Backyards really come alive in the summer, with birds and other wildlife. Birdfeeders are a way to attract winged friends and teach kids...

Do you want to live somewhere walkable? Or rollable, depending on your method of transport? Walkability is a concept that’s gaining in...