Posts In Financing

Every dollar of rent you've ever paid is gone. That's not a knock on renting, it's just what renting is. A mortgage payment splits: some goes to interest, and some goes straight into something you own. In your first year on Hartford, about $313 a month lands in your own pocket instead of someone else's. And that number climbs every year you stay. Read More

Most buyers focus on purchase price. But in Columbus, the more revealing number is often the monthly carrying cost — and tax abatement can shift that number by hundreds of dollars without changing the mortgage at all. Read More

New construction homes offer modern design, energy efficiency, predictable costs, and customization that most resale homes can’t match. With fewer surprises, lower long-term expenses, and thoughtfully planned neighborhoods, buying new with Homes by Thrive delivers a smarter, more seamless homebuying experience. Read More

Tax abatements offer significant savings by reducing or eliminating property taxes for a set period on eligible new homes. At Homes by Thrive, we help buyers take advantage of these incentives, lowering monthly costs and making homeownership more accessible. It’s just one more way we help you thrive in a thoughtfully designed community. Read More

Homes by Thrive, in partnership with NFM Lending, is making homeownership more accessible with a limited-time 2/1 Buydown incentive. This program lowers your mortgage rate by 2% in year one and 1% in year two, easing the transition into your new home. Ideal for first-time buyers or those expecting income growth, it offers early savings and long-term stability. Available only in February, this smart financial strategy helps you confidently step into your dream home. Read More