Loxley Martin

11/05/2026

You can finish the course in 3 weeks and still not be working for 3 months

I get asked almost every week how fast someone could actually be selling houses in Ohio. Honestly the course is the easy part. It’s 100 hours now (not 120 anymore, that changed in April 2025) and you set the pace. Full-time you can knock it out in 2 to 3 weeks. Working another job, more like 6 to 8

What actually slows people down:

The background check. State AND federal. You can’t even get fingerprinted until after you file your exam application, and the results can take a few weeks
Waiting until after the exam to figure out which broker you’re joining. Your license has to be activated under one, so that’s just weeks you lose for no reason

At the end of the day most people around Dayton land somewhere between 2 and 3 months from enrolling to working with their first client

I laid out the whole timeline week by week here:
https://www.loxleymartin.com/blog/how-long-does-it-really-take-to-get-a-real-estate-license-in-ohio

If you’re already licensed, what took way longer than you expected?

Plan on 6 to 12 weeks to get your Ohio real estate license. Learn how the 100-hour course, background checks, and finding a broker impact your true timeline.

11/05/2026

🧠 Real Estate Quiz Time! 🍂

Quick question for all my future homeowners 👇

What is the primary purpose of a mortgage?

🅰️ To provide a loan for purchasing real estate
🅱️ To determine property taxes
©️ To assess property value
🅳 To facilitate rental agreements

Think you know it? Lock in your answer before you scroll the comments! 👀

Whether you're a first-time buyer in Xenia, moving up in Beavercreek, or PCSing to Wright-Patt, understanding your mortgage is step one to buying with confidence. I'm always happy to walk you through it, with no pressure and no jargon. 🏡

💬 Drop your answer (A, B, C, or D) in the comments, and I'll reveal it tomorrow!

11/04/2026

🍂 This or That: Warm Tones vs. Cool Tones 🔥

Cozy season is officially here, so let's settle this 👇

🧡 Warm Tones: creamy walls, mustard and orange pillows, warm wood, and that golden-hour glow all day long

🩶 Cool Tones: painted gray brick, a crackling fireplace, candles on the mantel, and calm, moody evenings

Picture yourself curled up on a November night in Xenia or Beavercreek. Which room are you choosing? 🏡

Fun fact for sellers: warm, neutral rooms usually photograph beautifully and help buyers picture themselves living there. Thinking of listing? I'm happy to share staging tips. ✨

💬 Comment 🧡 for Warm or 🩶 for Cool, and tag the friend who'd pick the opposite!

11/03/2026

📚 Real Estate Vocab: Buyer's Agent 🏡

Buying a home? You deserve someone in YOUR corner. 🙌

A buyer's agent represents you, the homebuyer, and your interests from the first showing to closing day. The listing agent works for the seller.

Here's what your buyer's agent does for you 👇
✨ Finds homes that match your budget and lifestyle
✨ Pulls the real numbers so you know what a fair offer looks like
✨ Negotiates price, repairs, and terms for you
✨ Guides you through inspections, appraisals, and closing

Good to know: buyers now sign a written agreement with their agent before touring homes, so you'll know exactly how your agent works for you from day one. 📝

Whether you're a first-time buyer in Xenia, house hunting in Beavercreek, or PCSing to Wright-Patt, I'd love to be in your corner. 🧡

💬 Got a real estate word that confuses you? Drop it in the comments and it might be our next vocab post!

11/02/2026

🍂 Happy November from Greene County! 🍂

Cozy season = moving season. Here's why 👇

✨ Homes are going pending in about 13 days
✨ Fewer buyers are shopping during the holidays
✨ Every new listing gets more attention

Picture hosting Thanksgiving in your own home next year, whether that's in Beavercreek, in Xenia, or a few minutes from Wright-Patt. 🥧🏡

I'm grateful for this community, and I'm here to help you find your dream home or sell yours this month. 🧡

💬 Comment "NOVEMBER" and I'll send you a free snapshot of what homes are doing in your neighborhood.

10/28/2026

Did you know there are benefits to buying a home in the fall?
Enjoy less competition, motivated sellers, price reductions, accurate inspections, and convenient moving! 🍂🔑

10/27/2026

House hunting? Keep this Home Inspection checklist handy! Make sure to inspect the structure and roof for cracks, test utilities, ensure HVAC and appliances work, search for water damage and pests, and check insulation and ventilation. 📝🔍

10/27/2026

How do you make your home smell nice?
Try these ways to make a home smell inviting for potential buyers:
use fresh air or flowers, bake goods or brew fresh coffee/tea, or utilize aroma diffusers and potpourri. 🌸🍪

10/24/2026

Here is how to make a cozy corner in your home:
1. Invest in comfortable seating
2. Add cozy textiles
3. Include a side table
4. Add a bookshelf
5. Decorate for a personal touch! 📚☕

10/23/2026

🔥 301 people made this the hottest home for sale in Kettering, Ohio right now.

4 bed · 2 bath · 1,425 sq ft

So what's driving it? The privacy? The kitchen? Something else entirely? 👇 Tell me in the comments why you think it's the hottest home in Kettering, and bonus points if you can guess the price.

Want the address? Comment ADDRESS and I'll send it to you.



Listing courtesy of Cory Allen, Streetlight Realty LLC.