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2012-01-12T21:25:00.001-05:00

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CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Honors Top Dec. Agents

2012-01-04T11:51:00.000-05:00

Dee Keefe

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate has named REALTOR® Dee Keefe as its top Sales Associate of the Month for December. REALTOR® Gail Shulko was named Second Sales Associate for December, and REALTOR® Shirley Johnson was named Third Sales Associate for December. The awards are based on sales volume.

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate is a full service real estate company serving all of Licking County, and has been located in historic downtown Newark since 1977.

Home Sales Have Surpassed Last Year!

2011-12-26T15:58:00.001-05:00

November marks the fifth consecutive month of increased home sales in central Ohio this year after the first half of the year struggled to keep up with increased sales from 2010 due to the home buyer tax credits. According to the Columbus Board of REALTORS®, 1,406 homes sold in November which is seven percent more than the previous year.

In Licking County, 127 homes sold in November which is 10.4 percent more than November of 2010. Licking County homes which went into contract for sale was also up 22 percent from Nov. 2010. The average home sales price in Licking County was $133,398, down two percent from Nov. 2010.

From Jan. to Nov. 30, 2011, 1,350 Licking County homes have sold, up .5 percent from the same period in 2010, while the number of homes which went into contract for sale was up 6.1 percent from 2010. The average home sales price in Licking County was $137,625 for January through Nov., down seven percent from 2010.

“We’re finding that sellers recognize the challenges of today’s market and are realistically pricing their homes to sell,” says Rick Benjamin, 2011 President of the Columbus Board of REALTORS®. “Buyers are responding well to the pricing and, of course, the record low interest rates. It’s still a great time to buy a home.”

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Mitch Fellows Earns Top Agent Honors

2011-12-05T16:51:00.000-05:00

Mitch Fellows

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate has named REALTOR® Mitch Fellows as its top Sales Associate of the Month for November. REALTOR® Shirley Johnson was named Second Sales Associate for November, and REALTOR® Aaron Parks was named Third Sales Associate for November. The awards are based on sales volume.

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate is a full service real estate company serving all of Licking County, and has been located in historic downtown Newark since 1977.

Home Sales up in Oct.

2011-11-21T11:41:00.000-05:00

Licking County home sales were up in October and are on par for the year. The 117 homes sold in October marks a 14.7 percent increase over the 102 homes sold in October 2010. Year-to-date, home sales (January through October 2011 are only 0.6 percent behind 2010.

Licking County homes put in contract last month (149) were up 40.6 percent a year ago.

The average sale price for Licking County’s single family homes and condominiums year to date is $138,195, down 7.3 percent from homes sold January through October 2010.

Statistics are from the Columbus Board of Realtors.

Home Sales Up 23% in July

2011-08-18T15:31:00.000-04:00

Home sales in central Ohio increased significantly last month compared to July of 2010.

According to the Columbus Board of REALTORS®, 1,865 homes sold in July of 2011 – a 23.3 percent increase over the 1,513 homes which sold during the same month last year.

Additionally, the number of residential homes scheduled to close was up almost 50 percent, from 1,705 last year to 2,553 last month (July 2011).

“We’ve seen a marked increase in activity this summer,” says Rick Benjamin, 2011 President of the Columbus Board of REALTORS®. “Although the economy continues to be unpredictable, buyers are getting tired of waiting for better news and deciding to take advantage of the inventory, prices and low interest rates.”

The median sale price of a home sold in July was $141,359, which is 5.9 percent higher than the median home sale price during the same month one year ago.

Although, for most areas, there are fewer listings today versus last year, the cities of Powell, Shawnee Hills, New Albany, Pataskala, Hilliard and Pickerington saw increases in the number of homes for sale. The same goes for the school districts of West Jefferson, New Albany Plain, Circleville, and Newark.

For the entire central Ohio area, there were 3,027 homes listed for sale during the month of July bringing the total inventory of available homes for sale to 15,702. The median price of a home on the market today is $144,900.

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Honors Top Agents

2011-08-12T17:05:00.000-04:00

Denise Keefe

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate has named REALTOR® Denise Keefe as its top Sales Associate of the Month for July. REALTOR® Aaron Parks was named Second Sales Associate for July, and REALTOR® Kim Thomson was named Third Sales Associate for July. The awards are based on sales statistics including: listing properties for sale and placing properties into contract. CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate is a full service real estate company serving all of Licking County, and has been located in historic downtown Newark since 1977.

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Hires Jennie Brown

2011-06-02T16:43:00.000-04:00

Jennie Brown

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate has hired Jennie Brown, of Newark, as an Office Administrative Assistant. Brown’s responsibilities include coordinating office phone calls, assisting Agents, and real estate database entry.

“We’re very pleased that Jennie Brown has joined our work staff,” said CENTURY 21 General Manager Phil Frye. “We’re looking forward to her helping us in several ways.”

Brown’s work experiences include: former Office Manager of Little Blessings Academy, Staffing Specialist of Employers Overload, and Sonar Technician of the United States Navy.

Brown is married to Darin Brown. She has a stepdaughter, Jocelyn Brown.

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate is a full service real estate company serving all of Licking County, and has been located in historic downtown Newark since 1977.

REALTORS Keefe and Vermillion Earn Top Honors

2011-05-06T23:37:00.000-04:00

Denise Keefe

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate has named REALTOR® Denise Keefe as its top Sales Associate of the Month for April and REALTOR® Beverly Vermillion as its top Sales Associate of the Month for March.

REALTOR® Mitch Fellows was named Second Sales Associate for April, and REALTOR® Cynthia Corder was named Third Sales Associate for April.

REALTOR® Aaron Parks was named Second Sales Associate for March, and REALTOR® Ric Lahmers was named Third Sales Associate for March.

Beverly Vermillion

The awards are based on sales statistics including: listing properties for sale and placing properties into contract.

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate is a full service real estate company serving all of Licking County, and has been located in historic downtown Newark since 1977.

You know you want great views!

2011-05-03T20:48:00.000-04:00

Are you ready for four bedrooms, a country setting with great views? Check out...http://www.2258martinsburgrd.com/

Team Jeffrey Raises Cash $$$ for Big Brothers Big Sisters!

2011-04-09T23:45:00.000-04:00

Team Jeffrey (Left to Right): Aaron Parks, Octasia, Jeff Sneed, Grace Frye, and Phil Frye.

Team Jeffrey helped raise money for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Licking/Perry Counties, and had a great time bowling on April 9, 2011 at Bowl for Kids at Park Lanes in Heath.

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Earns 11 Awards

2011-04-08T13:03:00.000-04:00

(Left to Right) Aaron Parks, Mitch Fellows, Frank Frye, Linda McKee, Dee Keefe, Gail Shulko, Phil Frye, and Ric Lahmers at CENTURY 21 Greater Ohio Broker Council Awards Dinner held April 2 at Cherry Valley Lodge.

CENTURY 21 International and CENTURY 21 Greater Ohio Broker Council recently awarded CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate with 11 awards at the CENTURY 21 Greater Ohio Broker Council Awards Dinner held April 2 at Cherry Valley Lodge.

CENTURY 21 International honored CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate with its prestigious Quality Service Pinnacle Award for the second straight year of quality customer service given to Clients in transactions that closed in 2010. REALTORS Frank Frye and Aaron Parks earned individual CENTURY 21 Quality Service Pinnacle Awards for the second straight year, while REALTOR Phil Frye earned his first CENTURY 21 Quality Service Award.

“We’re extremely pleased to be recognized by our Clients as giving great customer service,” said CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate Broker Frank Frye.

CENTURY 21 Greater Ohio Broker Council awarded REALTORS Mitch Fellows and Gail Shulko with its Gold Sales Achievement Awards. REALTORS Cynthia Corder, Shirley Johnson, Ric Lahmers, Aaron Parks, Kim Thomson, and Beverly Vermillion received Silver Sales Achievement Awards. Both awards are based on volume and units sold in 2010.

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate is a full service real estate company with 20 REALTORS serving Licking County and Central Ohio, and has been located in historic downtown Newark since 1977.

New Listing in Heath!

2011-03-14T21:36:00.000-04:00

Three Bedroom Ranch with updated bathroom plus appliances stay! Near shopping, restaurants, and park! Attached garage with wide driveway. Home

277 Parkview Dr. in Heath

Warranty included!

Three Bedroom Ranch with updated bathroom plus appliances stay! Near shopping, restaurants, and park! Attached garage with wide driveway. Home Warranty included!

Lahmers Earns Agent of the Month Honors

2011-03-10T18:13:00.000-05:00

Ric Lahmers

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate has named REALTOR® Ric Lahmers as its top Sales Associate of the Month for February. REALTOR® Gail Shulko was named Second Sales Associate, and REALTOR® Beverly Vermillion was named Third Sales Associate for February.

The awards are based on sales statistics including: listing properties for sale and placing properties into contract.

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate is a full service real estate company serving all of Licking County, and has been located in historic downtown Newark since 1977.

Dr. E. Gordon Gee comes to Newark

2011-02-04T14:35:00.000-05:00

(L to R) Pat Guanciale, Dr. E. Gordon Gee, and Frank Frye.

The Ohio State University President Dr. E. Gordon Gee was the guest speaker at today's Licking County Chamber of Commerce Groundhog Breakfast held at Adena Hall on the campus of The Ohio State University Newark.

Marcia Downs, Executive Director of The Works, wore the traditional groundhog suit at the annual event with over 600 people in attendence.

Aaron Parks Leads Agents in January

2011-02-04T14:27:00.000-05:00

Aaron Parks

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate has named REALTOR® Aaron Parks as its top Sales Associate of the Month for January. REALTOR® Ric Lahmers was named Second Sales Associate, and REALTOR® Beverly Vermillion was named Third Sales Associate for January. The awards are based on sales statistics including: listing properties for sale and placing properties into contract.

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate is a full service real estate company serving all of Licking County, and has been located in historic downtown Newark since 1977.

Central Ohio Home Sales Market Shows Improvement

2011-01-21T16:17:00.000-05:00

Home sales statistics for central Ohio in 2010 showed marked improvements compared to previous years according to the Columbus Board of REALTORS® (CBR). The average sale price of a home in 2010 was $158,893, just 0.6 percent lower than the average price of homes sold in 2009. However, the average price of homes sold in 2009 was 2.4 percent lower than 2008 which was 5.1 percent lower than 2007.

“Our market saw average sale price increases for eight of the 12 months of 2010,” says CBR’s 2011 President Rick Benjamin. “As we’ve experienced annual decreases in our average sale price since 2005, we see ending the year just half a point lower than 2009 as a positive for central Ohio homeowners.”

The 1,460 homes sold in December 2010 is just 0.3 percent lower than the number of homes sold in December of 2009. Annual 2010 home sales (19,676) finished 2.8 percent behind 2009 (20,235).

“There’s no question the home buyer tax credits had a significant affect on last year’s home sales,” adds Benjamin. “Providing home buyers with a substantial monetary incentive really helped to energize the market in the first half of 2010.”

“Homes in contract (which are expected to close in January or February) are up slightly from the previous year suggesting that home sales in the first of the year could be strong.”

Homes spent an average of 90 days on the market, a reduction of seven days from the average time to sell a home in 2009. In December 2010, the month's supply of homes was down to 9.93, the lowest since last June. Month's supply is the ratio of
inventory to sales which takes into account both supply and demand. A healthy market has a 6.5 to 7-month supply of homes, meaning if no new homes were added to the market, it would take about 6.5 or 7 months to sell all the available homes.

The Columbus Board of REALTORS® Multiple Listing Service (MLS) serves all of Franklin, Delaware, Fayette, Madison, Morrow, Pickaway and Union Counties and parts of Champaign, Clark, Fairfield, Hocking, Knox, Licking, Logan, Marion, Muskingham, Perry and Ross Counties.

Holman Joins CENTURY 21 Frank Frye

2011-01-10T10:47:00.000-05:00

Sharon Holman

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate is pleased to announce Sharon Holman has joined its firm as a REALTOR®.

“We’re extremely excited to have Sharon Holman as part of our real estate family,” said CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate General Manager Phil Frye.

Holman has been a licensed real estate agent for 18 years, and is a member of the Licking County Board of REALTORS®, Ohio Association of REALTORS®, National Association of REALTORS®, Columbus Multiple Listing Service, and the Multiple Listing Service of Licking County.

Holman and her husband reside in Newark. They have three children and five grandchildren. Holman is a member of Marne United Methodist Church.

Mitch Fellows Leads Top Agents in Dec.

2011-01-10T10:34:00.000-05:00

Mitch Fellows

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate has named REALTOR® Mitch Fellows as its top Sales Associate of the Month for December. REALTOR® Beverly Vermillion was named Second Sales Associate, and REALTOR® Pam Long was named Third Sales Associate for December. The awards are based on sales statistics including: listing properties for sale and placing properties into contract. CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate is a full service real estate company serving all of Licking County, and has been located in historic downtown Newark since 1977.

Shirley Johnson Honored as Top Agent of November

2010-12-08T19:04:00.001-05:00

Shirley Johnson

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate has named REALTOR® Shirley Johnson as its top Sales Associate of the Month for November. REALTOR® Cynthia Corder was named Second Sales Associate, and REALTOR® Mitch Fellows was named Third Sales Associate for November.

The awards are based on sales statistics including: listing properties for sale and placing properties into contract.

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate is a full service real estate company serving all of Licking County, and has been located in historic downtown Newark since 1977.

Sell & Buy with www.Century21FrankFrye.com.

More of the Same for Housing Market

2010-11-23T13:27:00.000-05:00

The housing market in central Ohio, which rebounded nicely when the federal tax credits were offered in 2009 and early 2010, today is looking like “more of the same.”

According to the Columbus Board of REALTORS® (CBR), the number of homes sold and the average price of homes sold from January though October 2010 are nearly identical to the statistics from 2009.

The number of homes sold from January through October was 16,891 – almost identical to the 16,932 homes sold in the same period of 2009. Average sale price so far this year is $160,671 compared to $161,623 last year.

“While we certainly would like to see a more lively housing market, we’re just pleased that year-to-date numbers are holding their own,” says CBR President Sue Lusk-Gleich.

Home sales are likely to grow in 2011, but not too quickly. According to the New York Federal Reserve Bank, household finances are improving, and major purchases will increase as well.

Freddie Mac reports that the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate in October 2010 was 4.23 percent – the lowest rate since the statistics were first recorded by Freddie Mac in 1971. Ten years ago, the rate was 7.8 percent; 20 years ago, it was 10.17 percent; 30 years ago, it was 13.79 percent. According to Lusk-Gleich, “The time to buy is now. Those of us in the real estate profession continue to talk about how perfect this market is for many buyers – especially for those purchasing their first home.”

The Columbus Board of REALTORS® Multiple Listing Service (MLS) serves all of Franklin, Delaware, Fayette, Madison, Morrow, Pickaway and Union Counties and parts of Champagne, Clark, Hocking, Licking, Fairfield, Knox, Logan, Marion, and Ross Counties.

Open House Sun. 2-4 at 267 Gregory Dr.

2010-11-12T13:00:00.003-05:00

267 Gregory Dr. Newark

Not ready for a condo? Move right into this ranch home built in 1991 with main floor laundry and two full baths! Large living room, kitchen and dining area, plus lots of space on main floor. Sunroom, basement, and two car garage!

New roof was put on in 2009.

To see more pictures, click here.

Directions: Mt. Vernon Rd./Route 13 to Gregory Dr. (N. of N. 21st and S. of Vernon) in Gregory Park in north Newark.

Sell and Buy with CENTURY 21 Frank Frye!

Gail Shulko Earns Top October Agent

2010-11-10T16:07:00.000-05:00

Gail Shulko

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate has named REALTOR® Gail Shulko as its top Sales Associate of the Month for October. REALTOR® Beverly Vermillion was named Second Sales Associate, and REALTOR® Aaron Parks was named Third Sales Associate for October.

The awards are based on sales statistics including: listing properties for sale and placing properties into contract.

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate is a full service real estate company serving all of Licking County, and has been located in historic downtown Newark since 1977.

C21 Frye 3rd Annual Halloween Party

2010-11-07T22:10:00.001-05:00

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye 2010 Halloween Party! Top Row (left to right): Dee Keefe as Pioneer Woman, Mitch Fellows as Troy Polamalu, Linda McKee as Princess, Gail Shulko as Bird Lady, Jesse Ours as C21 Agent, Bev Vermillion as Skunk, Phil Frye as United Way Super Hero, Kim Thomson as Kayaker, Diana Petro as Cow, Frank Frye as The King. Bottom Row: Dakotah Staugh as Mouse and Aaron Parks as Frank Frye.

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Balloon Release for Grandpa K

2010-11-01T17:28:00.000-04:00

JOHN RICHARD "DICK" KASPAR, of Westerville, born May 21, 1931, passed away on October 27, 2010 at home. He was the son of Arthur W. and Marie (Doughty) Kaspar who preceded him in death. He is survived by wife Sue, daughters Amy M. Kaspar of Westerville, and Molly E. Frye and her husband, Phil, of Newark as well as his granddaughter, Grace Lily Frye. Dick is also survived by his sister, Mary L. Perry and her husband, Jack, of Walnut Creek CA, as well as 5 nieces and nephews, 18 great nieces and nephews, and 13 great-great nieces and nephews in CA. A member of Central College Presbyterian Church.

The family would like to thank Mt. Carmel Hospice for their care and support during Dick's illness. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 on Saturday, October 30, 2010 at Blendon Central Cemetery with Dr. Richard Ellsworth officiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be made, in Dick's memory, to Mt. Carmel Hospice or Westerville Senior Center. Arrangements by MORELAND FUNERAL HOME, Westerville.

Home Values Continue to Rise

2010-10-26T09:55:00.000-04:00

Home values continue to rise which is good news for central Ohio. The average sale price for the first nine months of the year is $161,204 up 7.4 percent from the beginning of 2010 according to the Columbus Board of REALTORS®.

There were fewer homes listed for sale last month than is customary for September. Over the last five years, there was an average of 3,710 homes added to the market during the month of September. However, last month only 2,997 residential homes were added to the already elevated inventory in central Ohio.

Although slightly lower than August, the total residential listings in September (16,728) was still higher than it’s been since August of 2008 when the inventory level rose to 16,975.

“Inventory levels had come down over the last year and a half – which is what we were working towards,” said Sue Lusk-Gleich, President of the Columbus Board of REALTORS®. “When inventory levels are too high, the increased competition forces some homeowners to sell at prices that are too low which in turn often affects the values of other neighboring homes.”

“In order to re-balance the market, we either need the inventory to decrease or the number of buyers to increase. And since the tax credit incentives brought many buyers into the market earlier than we would have seen otherwise, we have a smaller pool of potential home buyers to absorb the inventory now.”

Home sales were down 28.4 percent in September and the number of homes that went into contract was also down almost 25 percent which doesn’t bode went for October home sales.

“When comparing sales figures to the previous year, we need to remember that home sales have been elevated since April of 2008 due to the tax credits,” adds Lusk-Gleich. “Even so, sales are still up four percent year to date.”

The Columbus Board of REALTORS® Multiple Listing Service (MLS) serves all of Franklin, Delaware, Fayette, Madison, Morrow, Pickaway and Union Counties and parts of Champagne, Clark, Hocking, Licking, Fairfield, Knox, Logan, Marion, and Ross Counties.

OPEN HOUSE Sun. 2-4 Oct. 31

2010-10-26T09:50:00.000-04:00

2425 Crestview Woods Ct. in Park Trails

Move right into this 2 story home on a cul-de-sac with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths in Granville Schools. Open plan kitchen with island and large double pantry. Enjoy the views from the deck that overlooks green space and trees. Master suite features garden tub, large walk-in closet and more. Partially finished walkout basement is plumbed for bathroom and is perfect for a family room, game room, or home office. Easy access to highway to Columbus, shopping, dining, and bike path that leads to downtown Granville.

For more information, call Phil Frye The Real Estate Guy at 740-403-7128 or e-mail @ phil.frye@century21.com. CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate.

Directions: River Rd. to Ravine Bluff Dr., Right on Highbanks Valley Dr., Rt. on Crestview Woods Ct.

Reds come up short but fans have fun!

2010-10-11T14:31:00.000-04:00

(L to R) Mitch Fellows, Frank Frye, Phil Frye, and Mike Windholtz.

View from our Seats in Section 127.

The Cincinnati Reds came up short losing 2-0 to the Philadelphia Phillies Sunday night at Great American Ballpark in Cincy as the Phils swept the Reds 3-0. We had great seats and the atmosphere was electric with 45,000+ standing, cheering, and waving their white rally towells, but Cole Hamels and the Phils shut down the Reds offense and ended their season. We'll see what happens next season when the Cubs battle the Reds for the NL Central. :)

Phil and Frank Frye.

Our new best friend.

Just Listed! Four Level Home with 3,332 Sq. Feet

2010-10-11T10:29:00.000-04:00

Quad Level Home with Four Bedrooms & Two Baths

2258 Martinsburg Rd. Newark, OH 43055

Enjoy the panoramic country views from this quad level home with a unique floorplan, four bedrooms and two baths.

Upgrades, inc.: furnace, carpet & flooring, attic fan, bathrooms, deck, landscaping, and new paint! Lots of storage & natural light.

Bar & fireplace in walkout basement. Private setting but close to town! For more pictures, click here.

This home is located off Cedar Run Rd. at 2258 Martinsburg Rd. Newark, OH between Amy Lane and Stewart Rd.

To take a tour, call Phil Frye "The Real Estate Guy" at 740-403-7128. phil.frye@century21.com CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate

Mitch Fellows Named Agent of the Month

2010-10-07T09:57:00.000-04:00

Mitch Fellows

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate has named REALTOR® Mitch Fellows as its top Sales Associate of the Month for September. REALTOR® Ric Lahmers was named Second Sales Associate, and REALTOR® Beverly Vermillion was named Third Sales Associate for September.

The awards are based on sales statistics including: listing properties for sale and placing properties into contract.

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate is a full service real estate company serving all of Licking County, and has been located in historic downtown Newark since 1977.

Happy 11th Birthday Michael!

2010-09-26T21:49:00.000-04:00

11-year old Michael Crist holds up the birthday loot!

Happy Birthday to my nephew Michael Crist, who's now 11 years old! He had two parties this weekend (a sleepover with his friends plus cake and ice cream with his family).

Of course there were lots of great presents, including a Flip Camera with tri-pod from Grandpa and Grandma Crist, video games, Nintendo DS accessories, and other stuff that I want to play with (Nerf Sniper Rifle).

Happy Birthday Michael! We love you!

REALTORS Hall and Lahmers Honored

2010-09-24T14:41:00.002-04:00

Ric Lahmers

Kyle Hall

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate has named REALTOR® Kyle Hall as its top Sales Associate of the Month for July and REALTOR® Ric Lahmers as top Sales Associate of the Month for August.

REALTOR® Kim Thomson was named Second Sales Associate, and REALTOR® Shirley Johnson was named Third Sales Associate for July. REALTOR® Mitch Fellows was named Second Sales Associate, and REALTOR® Pam Long was named Third Sales Associate for August.

The awards are based on sales statistics including: listing properties for sale and placing properties into contract. CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate is a full service real estate company serving all of Licking County, and has been located in historic downtown Newark since 1977.

Home sales and prices up in August

2010-09-24T13:12:00.000-04:00

August home sales in central Ohio were higher than the previous month and the average sale price of a home sold continues to rise. There were 1,605 homes sold in August which is 8.2 percent more homes sold than during the month of July. Home sales during the first eight months of the year are now 9.2 percent higher than the same period in 2009.

“We saw a lull in housing activity after the tax credit expired which was not surprising given the frenzy of activity attributed to the generous tax credits for both first time and repeat buyers earlier this year,” said Sue Lusk-Gleich, President of the Columbus Board of REALTORS®. “This upswing in sales is a positive sign that our central Ohio housing market continues to strengthen.”

The average sale price of a home has been inching back up this year from $145,993 in January to $169,959 in August. The average sale price year to date (January through August) is $161,645, which is 2.2 percent higher than one year ago.

There were 3,700 homes listed for sale last month bringing the total number of homes for sale in central Ohio to nearly 17,000 which is 16.5 percent more homes than were on the market at the end of last summer.

“With interest rates still so low and the selection of homes for sale so plentiful, any one who has an interest in buying a home should take a look at what’s available right now,” adds Lusk-Gleich.

Florida Bound and the First Time Buyer

2010-09-16T22:03:00.000-04:00

62 S. 32nd St. Newark

Congratulations to Peg and Del on the sale of their home to first time home buyer Avin!

Peg and Del are off to Florida as Avin prepares for his big move into this home located on the west side of Newark!

SELL & BUY with Phil Frye The Real Estate Guy and CENTURY 21 Frank Frye.

Scenes from Ohio State - Miami Game

2010-09-12T22:20:00.000-04:00

Phil and Grace rode in a rickshaw from Ohio Stadium to the RV.

Old School Bus and Paint = Instant Party!

Custom Car and Tailgate at OSU.

The Evans' RV = Party at OSU.

Ohio Stadium Flag at Half Mast for Anniversary of 9/11.

Grace and Phil at OSU - Miami game.

2010-08-31T18:11:00.001-04:00

Congrats to Don Amos on the sale of his house. Thanks to everyone involved!

Duck Derby Raises $$$ - Where's Serita?

2010-08-21T23:22:00.000-04:00

Derby Ducks floated down the Lazy River at Heath Pool.

Ladies and Gentlemen and ... float your ducks! Over 1,000 rubber ducks raced Saturday night in the annual Heath Duck Derby, benefitting the Licking County United Way, in the Heath Pool's Lazy River.

Several cash prizes were awarded, with the top $1,000 prize going to a lucky person named Serita, who wasn't there, (don't worry Serita, need not be present to win).

My duck must have been the one on it's side.

My family bought 12 ducks (two six quacks) and unfortunately, our ducks didn't make it out of any of the three heats to compete in the final round. However, the DJ, kept reminding us that we're all winners, because the money being raised at the event benefits the United Way which benefits the community.

Grace, Rachel, and Anna enjoyed the tire swing!

We did win two passes to Coco Key in a drawing, and had a lot of fun swimming in the Heath Pool. Even at age 39, the high dive terrorizes me. I made it off and landed in the water, but not without the usual thoughts - what if I slip and trip on the dive, what if I hit my head on the dive on the way down, etc.

The United Way of Licking County Annual Fundraising Drive is underway. If you would like to make a donation to the United Way, please contact the United Way of Licking County at 740-345-8741.

CENTURY 21 proudly supports the United Way of Licking County. For all of your real estate needs, remember to SELL & BUY with CENTURY 21 Frank Frye.

Snapping Turtle, Catfish, and More!

2010-08-08T22:49:00.000-04:00

Snapping Turtle caught by Grace!

Only a three-foot Barbie fishing pole, with a 7 1/2 year old Grace on the other end, could pull in this snapping turtle, with the help of Cousin Trevor.

This was the second time Sunday night the turtle had latched onto Grace's hook with a night crawler at the Frye Family Pond.

The first time, she got it to the dock and as Trevor was trying to get it out of the water, the line snapped.

Trevor holding his Channel Catfish!

This time, the turtle stuck around for a few photos.

Speaking of Cousin Trevor, check out this huge Channel Catfish he caught. It put up a fight, but he brought it in! This is the largest Catfish I've seen come out of the pond!

Molly caught a Carp (previously believed to be grass eating only - so be careful next time you go swimming). It got away right as we brought it onto the dock, so our next purchase will be one of those five foot nets that Harry Caray used to use to catch foul balls at Cubs games.

Grace and one her many bass caught with the Barbie pole!

Grace caught several bass and bluegill, and is making a name for herself as a top fisherman! She's also making progress on getting the fish off the hook!

Everything caught was done using night crawlers, and all fish and turtle were released.

Molly caught a Crappie, the only one of the night!

2010-07-24T23:26:00.001-04:00

Little League parents need to watch original Bad News Bears movie.

2010-07-12T22:01:00.001-04:00

Cubs are only 9.5 games back. Right where you want to be at All Star Break.

2010-07-08T22:08:00.001-04:00

I just listed LeBron's house for sale.

Lahmers Earns Agent of the Month Honors

2010-07-07T14:52:00.000-04:00

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate has named REALTOR® Ric Lahmers as its top Sales Associate of the Month for June.

REALTOR® Aaron Parks was named Second Sales Associate, and REALTOR® Cynthia Corder was named Third Sales Associate for June.

The awards are based on sales statistics including: listing properties for sale and placing properties into contract.

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate is a full service real estate company serving all of Licking County, and has been located in historic downtown Newark since 1977.

New Listing at 903 N. Village Dr. Newark

2010-06-26T14:09:00.001-04:00

BRAND NEW LISTING in Newark's Village! Three bedroom, 1.5 bath, brick ranch with hardwood floors, relaxing back porch, and partially finished basement with woodshop and bar. For more information or more pictures, call Phil Frye at 740-403-7128 or e-mail at phil.frye@century21.com.

Sell & Buy with CENTURY 21 Frank Frye!

Day of Caring Brings Volunteers

2010-06-20T23:37:00.000-04:00

The Licking County Board of REALTORS joined over 500 volunteers on Friday for the United Way of Licking County's Annual Day of Caring. Projects and volunteers were prearranged for United Way agencies across the county.

The day started with a pizza party kickoff at Rotary Park in Newark. LCBR volunteers then headed to a home on Euclid Ave. that's owned and rented out by the Licking County Coalition for Housing. Several volunteers helped LCCH staff paint the exterior of the home. In this picture, Grace Frye helped her Grandpa Frank Frye and LCCH Executive Director Debbie Tegtmeyer paint the front porch.

For all of your real estate needs, SELL & BUY with Phil Frye The Real Estate Guy & CENTURY 21 Frank Frye.

2010-06-13T22:47:00.001-04:00

Rajon Rondo makes Phil Frye look like a 38-year-old out of shape hoopster. But could he contain my Flying Hook?

PARKS EARNS TOP SALES HONORS FOR JUNE

2010-06-11T15:52:00.000-04:00

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate has named REALTOR® Aaron Parks as its top Sales Associate of the Month for May. Parks also received top Sales Associate of the Month for March and April.

REALTOR® Linda McKee was named Second Sales Associate, and REALTOR® Gail Shulko was named Third Sales Associate for April.

The awards are based on sales statistics including: listing properties for sale and placing properties into contract.

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate is a full service real estate company serving all of Licking County, and has been located in historic downtown Newark since 1977.

2061 Hardscrabble Rd. - New Listing

2010-05-24T17:28:00.000-04:00

Brand New Listing at 2061 Hardscrabble Rd. in Alexandria, right outside of Granville.

You'll fall in love with this 10.88 Acre property featuring a log home with lots of rooms, a wrap around deck with screened gazebo, a 40 X 90 pole barn, and a pond at the entrance of the property.

To take a Virtual Tour Click Here.

For a real life tour, call Phil Frye the Real Estate Guy at 740-403-7128.

Sell & Buy with CENTURY 21 Frank Frye!

Brenda Buys Her First Home!

2010-05-14T12:07:00.000-04:00

Congratulations to Brenda Blough on her purchase this week of her home in Newark! Brenda is a first time home buyer and was able to qualify for the First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit!

Way to go Brenda! Thanks for everyone involved in this transaction. This home was listed by RE/MAX Realty Centre.

For all of your Real Estate needs, Sell & Buy with CENTURY 21 Frank Frye and Phil Frye The Real Estate Guy!

What does Dale Chihuly and Grace Frye have in common?

2010-05-10T22:52:00.000-04:00

Sculptor Dale Chihuly replicas made from recycled materials by Students at Cherry Valley and McGuffey Elementary Schools in Newark, are on display at the Newark Public Library.

Cherry Valley Students made an orange chandelier that's hanging in the stairwell as you head down to the kids level from the main floor. First Grader Grace Frye says she made the yellow flower pictured in the middle.

McGuffey students made a blue column that stands in a corner to the left as soon as you enter the kids section on the lower level.

Both pieces of art are made out of colored water bottles, plastic cups, and other items as part of an Earth Day project.

Grace has been talking about this project for a while. At first, I was just impressed that she knew about Chihuly, especially since Molly has experience as a glass blower.

Then when I saw these two displays, I was blown away by how cool these pieces of art look and that elementary school kids made them. Bravo Newark City Schools!

For all of your artistic real estate needs, Sell and Buy with CENTURY 21 Frank Frye!

$1,000 Reward Offered on Gun Theft

2010-05-09T21:31:00.000-04:00

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for anyone that has information that will help law enforcement with the investigation of a burglary involving several guns in Newark.

The Newark Police Department reports overnight on April 19, someone broke into a home in the 800 block of Idlewilde Ave., and stole a gun safe which contained several guns and ammunition. Six rifles and a shotgun were stolen.

Anyone with information on this crime is urged to call the Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888 or 1-888-488-9058. A special coding system protects the identity of the caller but allows for the reward to be issued at a later time.

Crime Stoppers also takes calls from persons with information about any felony. Information leading to the arrest and indictment of a felony suspect could qualify the caller for a reward as determined by the Crime Stoppers’ Board. Crime Stoppers is a non-profit organization. Reward money comes from private individuals, businesses, and foundations that see Crime Stoppers as an integral tool in the community’s fight against crime. Tax-deductible donations can be sent to: Licking County Crime Stoppers, Inc., P.O. Box 304, Newark, OH 43058-0304.

AARON PARKS LEADS AGENTS IN APRIL

2010-05-06T10:19:00.000-04:00

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate has named REALTOR® Aaron Parks as its top Sales Associate of the Month for April. Parks also received top Sales Associate of the Month for March.

REALTOR® Ric Lahmers was named Second Sales Associate, and REALTOR® Gail Shulko was named Third Sales Associate for April.

The awards are based on sales statistics including: listing properties for sale and placing properties into contract.

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate is a full service real estate company serving all of Licking County, and has been located in historic downtown Newark since 1977.

For all of your real estate needs, Sell & Buy with CENTURY 21 Frank Frye!

Brand New Listing - Ranch Nestled in Park Like Setting!

2010-05-01T22:21:00.000-04:00

Brand New Listing at 1660 Horns Hill Rd. in Newark. This three bedroom ranch sits on over a half acre and is nestled in amongst trees.

Click here to take a Virtual Tour. For more information, contact REALTOR Frank Frye at 740-345-4001.

Sell & Buy with CENTURY 21 Frank Frye!

Homes for Sale - Phil Frye's Current Listings

2010-04-28T17:04:00.022-04:00

Here are Phil Frye's current listings. To schedule a tour, please call Phil Frye at 740-403-7128.

Ranch home at 33 Cynthia St. in Heath down the street from Geller Park! Vinyl siding with Living Room, large Kitchen, Enclosed Porch, finished Basement, and two storage sheds in large backyard! Appliances and Home Warranty Plan included! For more information or more pictures, call Phil Frye at 740-403-7128.

Move right into this two story home located on a dead end street at 19 Maplewood Rd. in Newark. You'll love the front porch, hardwood floors in the living room and formal dining room.

Three bedrooms, two baths, basement, two car garage, and deck! For more information or more pictures, call Phil Frye at 740-403-7128.

903 N. Village Dr. in Newark's Village! Three bedroom, 1.5 bath, brick ranch with hardwood floors, relaxing back porch, and partially finished basement with woodshop and bar. For more information or more pictures, call Phil Frye at 740-403-7128.

Three Bedrooms and three bathrooms in this ranch in Jefferson Woods. Great backyard and plenty of room in this home that features a large living room and basement! 469 Alford Dr. Newark Call Phil Frye 740-403-7128.

This remodeled ranch in Heath features three bedrooms, new carpet and paint, and a brand new kitchen and bathroom. Close to shopping and restaurants in Heath and right across from Moundbuilder's State Park. 269 Parkview Dr. (S. 21st St.) Heath Call Phil Frye 740-403-7128

For all of your real estate needs, SELL & BUY with CENTURY 21 Frank Frye!

Grace Frye Scores Hat Trick!

2010-04-28T16:32:00.001-04:00

Seven-year-old Grace Frye got a hat trick for her Costa Rica soccer team on Monday at NASA. The first of her three goals came about a minute into the game. Afterwards, even though Dad tried to get her to pose with the soccer ball (for the standard soccer pose), she decided it would be more fun to pretend to be a dog and use the goal as a cage. I agree.

Whether you need land for a soccer field or want to sell a field for soccer, for all of your real estate needs, Sell & Buy with CENTURY 21 Frank Frye!.

Lahmers Earns LCBR $10 Million Award

2010-04-23T14:05:00.000-04:00

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate is pleased to announce REALTOR® Ric Lahmers has received the $10 Million Dollar Award from the Licking County Board of REALTORS®. This prestigious award signifies that Lahmers has sold more than $10 Million worth of real estate transactions over the last 10 years.

Lahmers (pictured with his wife Laura) joined CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate in 2009, and has been a REALTOR®/Auctioneer since 1983. Lahmers sells real estate the conventional way and also sells real estate at auction, including Residential, Commercial, and Agricultural properties. Lahmers is a Certified Estate Specialist (CES), and a graduate of Missouri Auction School. He has auctioned real estate in many areas in Ohio.

He’s a member of the Licking County Board of REALTORS®, the Multiple Listing Service of Licking County, and the Columbus Board of REALTORS® Multiple Listing Service. Lahmers can be reached at 740-763-2952.

“We’re very excited that Ric has received this honor,” said Phil Frye, Century 21 Frank Frye Real Estate General Manager. “He works very hard for his clients.”

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate is a full service real estate brokerage company specializing in residential properties, located at 65 E. Church St. in downtown Newark.

2010-04-23T08:20:00.001-04:00

7 Days Left to get in contract for the Home Buyer Tax Credits. :) Call 740-345-4001.

2010-04-23T08:18:00.001-04:00

Congrats to REALTOR Award Winners - Ric Lahmers joined the $10,000,000 Club!

2010-04-21T17:30:00.001-04:00

210 Fieldpoint in Heath has SOLD! Thanks to everyone involved. Phil Frye The Real Estate Guy!

2010-04-21T09:07:00.001-04:00

The Chicago Cubs will win the World Series this year!

Three REALTORS Join CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate

2010-04-20T11:56:00.001-04:00

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate is pleased to announce Realtors Gretchen Rigsby, Kyle Hall, and Dee Keefe have joined its firm.

“We’re extremely excited to have Gretchen, Kyle, and Dee as part of our real estate family,” said CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate General Manager Phil Frye.

Rigsby, Hall, and Keefe are members of the Licking County Board of REALTORS®, Ohio Association of REALTORS®, and the National Association of REALTORS®.

Gretchen Rigsby and her family have resided in Heath for the last 12 years, and she’s originally from Buffalo, NY. Rigsby attended Ohio University and Hondros College. Rigsby attends and volunteers at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Granville. Rigsby also volunteers with Boy Scout Troop 4151 of Granville. Rigsby can be reached at 740-334-0293.

Kyle Hall has resided in Heath for the last five years and is originally from St. Louisville. Hall attended Utica High School, Technology Education College, and COTC. Hall can be reached at 740-504-5837.

Dee Keefe has lived in the area nearly 20 years. She and her husband Jeff are historical re-enactors, and do historical demonstrations. Keefe can be reached at 740-243-4260.

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate is a full service real estate brokerage, located at 65 E. Church St. in downtown Newark since 1977.

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Earns 10 Awards

2010-04-18T22:51:00.001-04:00

CENTURY 21 International and CENTURY 21 Greater Ohio Broker Council recently awarded CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate with 10 awards at the CENTURY 21 Greater Ohio Broker Council Awards Dinner held April 10 at Cherry Valley Lodge.

CENTURY 21 International honored CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate with its prestigious Quality Service Award for customer service given to Clients in transactions that closed in 2009. REALTORS Frank Frye, Kim Thomson, and Aaron Parks earned individual CENTURY 21 Quality Service Agent Awards.

“We’re extremely pleased to be recognized by our Clients as giving great customer service,” said CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate Broker Frank Frye.

CENTURY 21 Greater Ohio Broker Council awarded REALTORS Mitch Fellows (pictured top right with his wife Jill), Ric Lahmers, and Aaron Parks with its Gold Sales Achievement Awards. REALTORS Linda McKee, Kim Thomson, and Beverly Vermillion received Silver Sales Achievement Awards. Both awards are based on volume and units sold in 2009.

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate is a full service real estate company with 20 REALTORS serving Licking County and Central Ohio, and has been located in historic downtown Newark since 1977.

Aaron Parks Leads Agents in March

2010-04-09T16:46:00.001-04:00

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate recently named REALTOR® Aaron Parks (pictured right) as its top Sales Associate of the Month for March.

REALTOR® Mitch Fellows was named Second Sales Associate, and REALTOR® Linda McKee was named Third Sales Associate for March. The awards are based on sales statistics including: listing properties for sale and placing properties into contract.

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate is a full service real estate company serving all of Licking County, and has been located in historic downtown Newark since 1977.

2010-04-05T20:24:00.001-04:00

Cubs only lost by 11 on Opening Day. World Series here we come!

Frye's Visit the Track

2010-04-03T16:59:00.001-04:00

On a recent getaway to Lexinton, KY the Frye family visited Keeneland Horse Track and was amazed to find that thousands of people make the trip for the track's opening day. One visitor said she heard 25,000 people were expected, and I believe it because it was packed and more people kept coming throughout the day. It was almost like an Ohio State Saturday, except instead of one football game there were five horse races. There was lots of tailgating and bourbon and beer flowing throughout the day. It was also college day, which meant hundreds of college age kids dressed up with girls in sundresses and high heels and the guys in long sleeve shirts and ties and khakis. I wore a t-shirt and shorts. :)

Grace placed her first horse bet and won $2 and quickly went to the gift shop to buy $6 binoculars. Molly's horse finished second, and mine finished third, so we had things covered. We even got to see a real life Kentucky Waterfall (left). For all of your real estate needs remember to SELL & BUY with CENTURY 21 Frank Frye and Phil Frye The Real Estate Guy!

Frye's Visit Kentucky Horse Farm

2010-04-01T22:26:00.001-04:00

The Frye family really enjoyed the day at Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington. The highlight was a half hour horse ride along a trail around the park. This horse park, located right off I-75, is a working horse farm with 50 breeds of horses, lots of green pastures, huge horse barns to tour, a museum, and of course a gift shop. This is also the future site of the World Equestrian Games!

For our horse ride, Molly's horse was named Dan, Grace's was Seqouia, and my horse was Lips, who sneezed on my leg as a way to get to know me. We had so much fun that we're ready to have a horse, or two, or three.

For all of your horse farm purchases and real estate needs, remember to SELL & BUY with CENTURY 21 Frank Frye!

2010-03-29T22:16:00.001-04:00

New Listing at 469 Alford Dr. in Newark.
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2010-03-27T21:08:00.001-04:00

Visit these Open Houses Sun. 2-4 pm: 62 S 32nd St.and 1019 W. Church St.in Newark and 269 Parkview and 210 Fieldpoint in Heath. www.CENTURY21FrankFrye.com.

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Bowls for Kids

2010-03-20T23:50:00.000-04:00

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye brought out its finest bowlers - (left to right) Mitch Fellows, Aaron Parks, and Phil Frye at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Licking and Perry Counties Bowl for Kids on March 20 at Park Lanes in Heath.

Luckily it wasn't about the bowling scores for these guys, just the fundraising for BBBS, avoiding major injuries, and all the good times.

Once again, there was a huge turnout and lots of money was raised at this annual event.

Remember, for all of your real estate needs, SELL & BUY with CENTURY 21 Frank Frye!

2010-03-15T22:29:00.001-04:00

Congrats to Brandon and Kim on the purchase of their new home. Thanks to everyone involved.

2010-03-15T09:43:00.001-04:00

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate has earned the CENTURY 21 Quality Service Award for its customer service given to Clients in transactions that closed in 2009. REALTORS Frank Frye, Kim Thomson, and Aaron Parks earned individual CENTURY 21 Quality Service Agent Awards.

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Earns Quality Service Award

2010-03-15T09:31:00.001-04:00

CENTURY 21 recently awarded CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate with its Quality Service Award for its customer service given to Clients in transactions that closed in 2009.

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate is a full service real estate brokerage with 18 agents, serving all of Licking County and Central Ohio.

REALTORS Frank Frye, Kim Thomson, and Aaron Parks earned individual CENTURY 21 Quality Service Agent Awards.

2010-03-14T12:09:00.001-04:00

Sun is shining on these Open Houses today 2-4 pm in Newark. 655 Kennedy St. And 2167 Kiley Crossing. www.CENTURY21FrankFrye.com.

Kim Thomson Earns REALTOR Honor

2010-03-11T13:12:00.000-05:00

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate recently named REALTOR® Kim Thomson as its top Sales Associate of the Month for February. REALTOR® Cynthia Corder was named Second Sales Associate, and REALTOR® Aaron Parks was named Third Sales Associate for February. The awards are based on sales statistics including: listing properties for sale and placing properties into contract. CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate is a full service real estate company serving all of Licking County, and has been located in historic downtown Newark since 1977.

Open House Today 2-4 p.m.

2010-03-07T10:20:00.000-05:00

Come one, come all to the Greatest Open House on Earth today from 2-4 p.m. at 1019 W. Church St. You'll love the hardwood floors in the dining and living rooms and the full basement, den, two car garage, and lots of storage space. Come on over! This home is located on W. Church St. between N. 29th and N. 30th Streets.

Rachel Crist Turns Four Years Old!

2010-03-07T10:16:00.000-05:00

Happy Fourth Birthday to Rachel Crist! The Crist and Frye families gathered Sat. night at Rachel's house to celebrate her birthday with cake, ice cream, and lots of presents including a new bike with training wheels for the birthday girl! Rachel (right) blew out all of her candles on her Oreo Chocolate Cake with Pink Icing while Grace Frye looked on.

2010-03-05T18:14:00.001-05:00

Congrats to Jay Parsons on becoming my 500th FaceBook Friend. Release the balloons, pop the Old Style.

2010-02-28T09:28:00.001-05:00

Olympics Special. Gold Medal Open House today 2-4 pm at 2167 Kiley Crossing near Trout Club Golf Course. 3 BR, 2 Bath. Brand new home built by Lindsay Mays. SELL and BUY with www.CENTURY21FrankFrye.com.

2010-02-27T09:11:00.001-05:00

Super Market Sweep kicks off Operation Feed today at 12;30 at Indian Mound Mall .

Lahmers Earns Agent of the Month Honors

2010-02-08T14:18:00.000-05:00

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate recently named REALTOR® Ric Lahmers (pictured right) as its top Sales Associate of the Month for January. REALTOR® Gail Shulko was named Second Sales Associate, and REALTOR® Gretchen Rigsby was named Third Sales Associate for January.

Live in West Newark!

2010-02-06T19:31:00.001-05:00

You'll fall in love with the hardwood floors in the large living and dining rooms of this home at 1019 W. Church St. in West Newark.

This home features a first floor den, three bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a full basement, kitchen, two car garage, and partially fenced backyard.

Price - $124,500. For more information, contact listing agents Frank Frye 740-345-4001 and Phil Frye 740-403-7128 phil.frye@century21.com.

2010-01-28T08:56:00.001-05:00

I'm taking an all day Short Sale certification class today in Columbus. Wish me luck.

Crime Stoppers $$ Reward for TV Thefts

2010-01-26T22:17:00.000-05:00

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for anyone that has information that will help law enforcement with the investigation of thefts of television sets at a Johnstown business.

The Licking County Sheriff’s Office reports between Nov. 19-20, television sets were stolen out of three RV’s at Ron Potts’ RVs on Johnstown Utica Rd. in Johnstown. The TV’s are described as: a Jensen LTD TV valued at $1,319, a BTM TV valued at $2552.64, and a TV valued at $1,995.22.

2010-01-25T21:09:00.001-05:00

Congrats to Betsy on buying her condo today! Thanks to everyone involved.

2010-01-22T08:17:00.001-05:00

Big turnout at today's United Way of Licking County Recognition Breakfast at Cherry Valley Lodge.

2010-01-20T09:20:00.001-05:00

Rockin' The Works at LCBR's Breakfast Club. Great turnout!

Crime Stoppers Offers $$$ Reward for Info on Home Invasion/Drug Theft

2010-01-18T10:08:00.000-05:00

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for anyone that has information that will help law enforcement with the investigation of a home invasion involving a gun and prescription drugs in Johnstown.

The Licking County Sheriff’s Office reports on the afternoon of July 17, 2009 a suspect entered an unlocked home in the 7800 block of Green Mill Rd., pointed a 9 mm handgun at the homeowner who was inside and demanded his Oxycontin. The suspect then fled with 200 Oxycontin pills.

The suspect is described as a while male, five-foot-eight to six-feet tall, weighing150-180 pounds, in his early 20’s, with a tattoo on the back of his neck possibly resembling an octopus, and wearing blue jeans, a red shirt, red windbreaker jacket, and a red hat.

2010-01-17T12:30:00.001-05:00

Open Houses Sun. 2-4 655 Kennedy and 2167 Kiley Crossing in Newark and 269 Parkview in Heath.

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Represents at LCBR Dinner

2010-01-14T21:52:00.002-05:00

A good time was had Thurs. night at the Licking County Board of REALTORS Installation Dinner held at the Longaberger Golf Club. Top left picture (Mike Young of First Federal, Frank Frye, Phyllis Frye, Diana Petro, Andrea Vogelmeier, and Aaron Parks. Jim McKivergin and Frank Frye participated in the passing of the gavel (top right) and Phil Frye was sworn in as Representative on the Licking County Board of REALTORS and Jeff Kreager was sworn in as President.

For all of your real estate needs, SELL & BUY with Phil Frye The Real Estate Guy and CENTURY 21 Frank Frye!

Frye's Host January Potluck with Shortribs and Fun!

2010-01-10T19:03:00.001-05:00

Phil and Molly Frye hosted Potluck Saturday night at their home, and the food was fantastic! The way potluck works is each couple brings a course of the meal.

Since Molly and I hosted, we were in charge of the entree. Molly fixed shortribs, rissoto, greenbeans, and foccacia bread. I was in charge of filling up the water glasses and I put ice in, but forgot to put the water in (my one job and I blew it).

Jess and Scott brought the appetizers which included deviled eggs, meatballs, and a spinach pastry appetizer.

Joel and Terri brought salad which featured crab cakes.

Ross and Gayle brought tierramisu for dessert. It was Ross' birthday and he brought some of his fantastic home brew. Several beverages were purchase at The Beverage Source located on W. Church St. in Newark.

Pictured from left to right (Joel, Terri, Gayle, Jess, Ross, Scott, and Addy).

If you would like a new home for your Potluck, remember to SELL & BUY with Phil Frye The Real Estate Guy and CENTURY 21 Frank Frye!

Playing in the snow on "Best Snow Day Ever!"

2010-01-09T13:15:00.002-05:00

Grace Frye and Dad got to play in the snow today! After some sledding and following deer tracks, we came back inside for some hot cholocolate.

She said it was the best snow day ever!

For all of your real estate needs, remember to SELL & BUY with Phil Frye The Real Estate Guy and CENTURY 21 Frank Frye!

Just Listed - 655 Kennedy St. Newark

2010-01-07T15:57:00.001-05:00

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye proudly presents one of our newest listings - 655 Kennedy St. in Jefferson Woods in north Newark. Listing agents are: Frank Frye and Phil Frye. Here are the details:

THREE BEDROOM BRICK HOME IN JEFFERSON WOODS! LIVING ROOM, DINING ROOM, FAMILY ROOM, ENCLOSED PORCH, FENCED YARD, & PARTIALLY FINISHED BASEMENT. HOME WARRANTY PLAN INCLUDED!

Let me know if you would like to tour this home or get more information. You can reach me at 740-403-7128. SELL & BUY with Phil Frye The Real Estate Guy and CENTURY 21 Frank Frye!

2010-01-06T18:21:00.001-05:00

Congrats to Andre Dawson on his induction to the Hall of Fame. The Hawk is soaring!

Grandpa Frank Frye Celebrates Birthday!

2010-01-03T16:46:00.002-05:00

Grandpa Frank Frye celebrated his birthday today with his grandkids and family. The event included pizza, cake, cupcakes, ice cream, a snow shovel, and of course a slide show featuring family pictures from circa 1971-1983.

From left to right (Anna Crist, Frank Frye, Rachel Crist, Grace Frye, Zack Crist, and Michael Crist.

For all of your real estate needs, Sell & Buy with CENTURY 21 Frank Frye!

Grace Frye Sledding in Newark, OH

2010-01-01T21:56:00.000-05:00

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Playing in the Snow with Grace and Jake!

2010-01-01T11:31:00.000-05:00

I got to take a break from Real Estate and play in the snow with my daughter Grace and her friend Jake on New Year's Eve!

We went sledding, built snowmen (mine is the muscular one on the right) and a snow fort. It's easy to forget how fun playing in the snow can be, even when you get back inside and you're cold and wet. Luckily, Molly made us all hot chocolate!

To put a roof over your snowman's head, Sell & Buy with Phil Frye The Real Estate Guy and CENTURY 21 Frank Frye!

Touring an 1817 Home on National Dr. in Newark

2009-12-31T18:23:00.001-05:00

Today I enjoyed the experience of touring one of Newark's oldest homes with one of my Clients. This two-story home on National Dr. dates all the way back to 1817!

Unfortunately fire struck the interior a while ago and most of the house suffered smoke damage.

With the home being vacant and without electricty, this tour seemed like an episode of Ghost Hunters. Lots of nooks and crannies in this home, and luckily no ghosts or signs of paranormal activity. :)

If you look closely you can see the smoke damage on the staircase.

What a house this was at one time, and hopefully someone will come along who wants to restore it!

For all of your real estate needs, remember to SELL & BUY with Phil Frye The Real Estate Guy and CENTURY 21 Frank Frye!

Enjoying a Day at The Works!

2009-12-27T18:06:00.001-05:00

Phil Frye The Real Estate Guy and daughter Grace enjoyed a few hours on Sunday at The Works in downtown Newark. We renewed our Family Membership for just $60 and met up with Aunt Elizabeth and cousins Michael, Zack, Rachel, and Anna and covered most of the hands on gadgets and science experiments in just a couple of hours.

The girls got to dress up as pioneer girls and make designs on paper in The Print Shop (picture in top left: Anna, Rachel, and Grace.)

The kids also got to experiment with electricity and successfully avoided getting shocked. It took me 10 minutes to make my lightbulb light up, but only took eight-year-old Zack five minutes to figure his out (picture in the top right: Rachel, Zack, Michael, and Grace.)

And finally, Grace got to test drive a dragster (picture right).

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate and Phil Frye the Real Estate Guy strongly recommend visiting The Works in downtown Newark.

Light Up a Life for Hospice of Central Ohio

2009-12-26T19:17:00.000-05:00

Seven-year-old Grace Frye recently participated in Hospice of Central Ohio's Light Up a Life at Indian Mound Mall in Heath, OH.

After making a cash donation to Hospice of Central Ohio, Grace wrote the name of her Great Grandma Fitch on a paper dove, placed it on a Christmas tree, and then turned on a Christmas light bulb near the paper dove in memory of Madge Fitch who passed away in Nov. after being in Hospice of Central Ohio's care for five years.

Phil Frye has served on the Hospice of Central Ohio Board Directors for eight years, and has had three Grandparents as patients in Hospice of Central Ohio.

CENTURY 21 Frank Frye Real Estate and Phil Frye The Real Estate Guy proudly support Hospice of Central Ohio!

Baby Anna Turns Two!

2009-12-23T15:26:00.000-05:00

Baby Anna Crist recently celebrated her second birthday with family at her home. The birthday girl was treated to chocolate cake with purple Dora icing. Aunt Molly, Uncle Phil, and Cousin Grace gave Anna a Dora Backpack equipped with sound and a map. "Backpack! Backpack!"

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Happy 7th Birthday Gracie!

2009-12-22T21:07:00.002-05:00

Grace Frye turned 7 years old on Dec. 21! Happy Birthday to the Best Little Girl in the World!

Dad and Grace spent Sat. at Indian Mound Mall where Grace found out even though she's a big girl, she can still ride the rides in the Food Court.

Sometimes I wish I could still fit in the airplace without rupturing a tendon or vital organ.

Happy Birthday Grace!!!

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