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Toledo Lead Ordinance Update

If you’re a rental property owner in Toledo, you may have received a Lead Safe Compliance letter from the City—and you’re not alone. In this video, Andrew Fidler, Broker and Owner of LaPlante Real Estate, breaks down exactly what the letter means, why it matters, and what steps you need to take to stay in…Continue reading

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Things You Need to Have Before Buying a Home

It’s 2025 and buying a home is a lot more difficult. Gone are the days of the wild wild west of home buying. High interest rates and a small inventory are making the buying scene tricky. But regardless of those issues, there are things that you need to have in place if you’re considering buying…Continue reading

The Benefits of Homeownership

June is National Homeownership Month and while we’re in the rental business, we still understand the value of homeownership. In the last article we reviewed how the recognized National Homeownership Month came into being. It was something politicians thought important enough to focus on and celebrate. But why?  Owning a home comes with a variety…Continue reading

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Now Hiring: Maintenance Specialist

Perform Maintenance & Repairs: Property Inspections: Housing Authority Inspections: Work Order Management: Compliance & Safety: Results: Requirements: