Ways to work with Courtney
Preserving stories, finding homes, and celebrating history
Welcome to Home in Ohio, where your journey to home is met with passion, purpose, and personalized care. Whether you’re buying, selling, or uncovering the story of your home’s past, I’m here to guide you through every season of home.
Explore my services below to see how we can work together!
WHAT SETS OUR SERVICES APART?
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To give every buyer and seller the time, communication, preparation, and care they deserve, I work within an intentional capacity model. Think of it like the way a boutique shop owner keeps shelves intentionally curated — not overcrowded, not rushed, but full of intention and personal attention.
All services include the following:
Educational Consultation
Detailed Review of Legal Documents
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For the sake of quality, clarity, and care, I only take on a select number of buyers and sellers at a time. I aim to ensure every client receives meaningful communication and a guided, well-prepared experience. This allows me to stay deeply involved in the details of your journey and respond promptly when it matters most.
By limiting my active workload, I’m able to protect:
Your goals and timeline
Consistent, meaningful communication
The preparation that leads to stronger outcomes
Strategic negotiation and contract management
Your overall experience from start to finish
You are never rushed.
You are never “one of many.”
You receive the full, curated experience I’ve built for my clients. -
Real estate moves in seasons — and so do our lives. When necessary, I structure my client intake windows to align with the natural market rhythms.
I open spots for new buyer and seller clients during intentional times of the year when I know I can give you my full attention:
Spring
Summer
Fall
These are the times my calendar is best positioned to take on new Exclusive Clients:
Exclusive Buyers
Exclusive Listings
Home History Research
Between these windows, I continue supporting existing clients — and keep any open spots available for returning clients or urgent, time-sensitive needs.
This ensures:
You always have my best
You’re never competing for attention
You get quality over quantity
You experience a calm, prepared, highly communicative process
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Great news — you’re never turned away.
Instead, one of three things happens:
If a spot is open, you’re welcomed in immediately.
If my exclusive list is full, you’re added to the priority waitlist.
If you need support right away, you have the option to become one of my non-exclusive clients. Whenever I am unavailable one of my McDowell Colleagues or referred agents can help!
You still get access to:
My intro call
Updates on new openings
Services
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Buyer Representation
Finding the right home is about more than just square footage — it’s about finding a place where your story belongs.
As your dedicated buyer’s agent, I’ll help you discover homes with heart and history across Ashtabula County, eastern Lake County, northern Geauga, and northern Trumbull. From charming century homes to agricultural land, I’ll guide you through every step of the process, ensuring you feel confident, informed, and inspired. -

Seller Representation
Your home has a story — let’s make sure it’s told well.
When it’s time to sell, I combine my marketing expertise with a deep appreciation for your home’s history and unique character. With professional staging guidance, storytelling marketing, and a thoughtful strategy, I’ll showcase your home to the right buyers who will love it as much as you have. -

Home History Research
Because every home deserves to have its story uncovered.
Curious about your home’s origins? I offer professional home history research services to trace the lineage of your property, uncover original owners, explore architectural details, and piece together the timeline that makes your house a home. Whether you’re looking to apply for a local Century Home designation, add depth to your home sale, or simply satisfy your curiosity, I’ll dig deep into archives, deeds, maps, and local records to bring your home’s story to life.
The neighborhood chatter…
Visit Courtney and the Clorice Vines Group at our Home Office!
1005 Bridge St. Ashtabula, OH 44004
Available by appointment only.
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