Highland County Treasurer Announces New Tax Bill for '08

The treasurer's office is responsible for the printing, mailing, and collecting of taxes set by the county auditor's office. And, Fenner says, your upcoming tax bill will have a brand-new look.

The new bills are very from what has been sent in the past. Now, you'll not only be able to see the county, but also the township, school, JVS, MRDD, health and mental-health departments, and the appraised value. You'll also see the Homestead reduction and any special assessment.

To read this full article by Corinne Gompf, click HERE.

Mortgage bankers' report says Ohio 9th in nation in delinquencies

Ohio was the top state in percentage of loans in foreclosure, and ninth in delinquencies not yet in foreclosure in the third quarter. The percentage of all mortgages nationwide that started the foreclosure process jumped to a record high of 0.78 percent during the July-to-September period. The rate in Ohio for foreclosures was 1.17 percent. The rate of all loans in foreclosure was 3.72 percent.

To read this full article by The Associated Press, click HERE.

OAR

Jeff and Karen recently attended the Ohio Association of Realtors Annual Conference. The Convention Center located in Cleveland played host to this annual conference, held in mid-September. The continuing education classes were great! Jeff's favorite classes were led by Terry Watson and Dave Beson. Information regarding advanced techniques of marketing homes, websites, the latest technology available to Realtors was presented. A stay at the Marriott across from the convention center provided excellent accommodations!

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