--- title: NAIFA-Columbus Luncheon Discussion Brings Good News for Ohio Home Buyers! description: NAIFA-Columbus Luncheon Discussion Brings Good News for Ohio Home Buyers! image: https://columbus.naifa.org/hubfs/columbus-logo.png --- **** [![columbus-white-logo-1](https://columbus.naifa.org/hs-fs/hubfs/columbus-white-logo-1.png?width=513&height=380&name=columbus-white-logo-1.png) ![columbus-logo](https://columbus.naifa.org/hs-fs/hubfs/columbus-logo.png?width=513&height=380&name=columbus-logo.png) ](https://columbus.naifa.org/) [![Member Login](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/2635471/b126081c-b72e-45f5-9c93-6cbdf5429646.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/2635471/b126081c-b72e-45f5-9c93-6cbdf5429646) [**](https://columbus.naifa.org/blog/naifa-columbus-luncheon-discussion-brings-good-news-for-ohio-home-buyers#tmpmodule_1639475195920126) ** ![slider-home-page](https://columbus.naifa.org/hs-fs/hubfs/slider-home-page.jpg?width=1920&height=988&name=slider-home-page.jpg) ###### 7 min read # [NAIFA-Columbus Luncheon Discussion Brings Good News for Ohio Home Buyers!](https://columbus.naifa.org/blog/naifa-columbus-luncheon-discussion-brings-good-news-for-ohio-home-buyers) By [NAIFA-Columbus](https://columbus.naifa.org/blog/author/naifa-columbus) on Mar 26, 2024 11:01:59 AM ###### Topics: [Lifetime Achievement Award](https://columbus.naifa.org/blog/topic/lifetime-achievement-award) ![](https://columbus.naifa.org/hubfs/columbus-logo.png) NAIFA-Columbus hosted a membership luncheon and panel discussion focused on “Interest Rates, Savings Vehicles, and the 2024 Real Estate Market” on March 20th, 2024 at the OSU Fawcett Center. During the event NAIFA-Columbus President, Mark Yerke held a Pinning Ceremony and introduced the new NAIFA members in attendance. | ![NAIFA-Columbus President Mark Yerke](https://columbus.naifa.org/hs-fs/hubfs/NAIFA-Columbus%20President%20Mark%20Yerke.jpg?width=2016&height=1512&name=NAIFA-Columbus%20President%20Mark%20Yerke.jpg) *NAIFA-Columbus President Mark Yerke* | ![NAIFA-Columbus New Member Pinning Ceremony](https://columbus.naifa.org/hs-fs/hubfs/NAIFA-Columbus%20New%20Member%20Pinning%20Ceremony.jpg?width=2016&height=1512&name=NAIFA-Columbus%20New%20Member%20Pinning%20Ceremony.jpg) *NAIFA-Columbus New Member Pinning Ceremony* | | --- | --- | The panel was moderated by NAIFA-Columbus Immediate Past President, Scott Blake. During the panel, Robert Sprague and Jason Harris discussed the path of interest rates and shared their outlook on expectations for the local housing market for 2024, addressing both challenges and opportunities, as well as the new savings vehicles that are now available in Ohio. ![NAIFA-Columbus Panel Discussion with Jason Harris, Robert Sprague, and Scott Blake](https://columbus.naifa.org/hs-fs/hubfs/NAIFA-Columbus%20Panel%20Discussion%20with%20Jason%20Harris%2c%20Robert%20Sprague%2c%20and%20Scott%20Blake.jpg?width=464&height=348&name=NAIFA-Columbus%20Panel%20Discussion%20with%20Jason%20Harris%2c%20Robert%20Sprague%2c%20and%20Scott%20Blake.jpg) ![Robert Sprague_2023-1](https://columbus.naifa.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Robert%20Sprague_2023-1.jpg?width=136&height=190&name=Robert%20Sprague_2023-1.jpg)Robert Sprague became Ohio's 49th Treasurer of State on January 14, 2019. As Treasurer, he serves as the chief investment officer for the state's investment and debt portfolios, oversees the daily cash flows of state monies, and serves as custodian of certain funds and investment assets outside the state treasury. Treasurer Sprague is committed to improving Ohio and the lives of its residents through trusted stewardship, wise investment, and bold innovation. These principles have been at the heart of his work since the start of his administration. ![MARCH 2024 Speaker Photo - Jason Harris-1](https://columbus.naifa.org/hs-fs/hubfs/MARCH%202024%20Speaker%20Photo%20-%20Jason%20Harris-1.jpeg?width=132&height=190&name=MARCH%202024%20Speaker%20Photo%20-%20Jason%20Harris-1.jpeg)Jason Harris, Senior Vice President of Mortgage Lending at Guaranteed Rate. With two decades of dedicated service to central Ohio homebuyers and partners, Jason is committed to enhancing clients’ market understanding and facilitating informed decisions in collaboration with realtors and financial planners. Recognized by Scotsman Guide, a national industry publication, Jason has been named a top 50 lender nationally and has secured the #1 spot in Ohio for two consecutive years. ##### TO OWN A HOME IN OHIO IS TO INVEST IN OHIO. The Ohio Homebuyer Plus program creates specialized, tax-advantaged savings accounts to assist Ohioans on their homebuying journey. Individuals who open an account will have access to above-market interest rates and may also qualify for certain Ohio state income tax deductions. Learn more at [https://tos.ohio.gov/homebuyerplus/](https://tos.ohio.gov/homebuyerplus/)   --- ###### CONNECT WITH NAIFA-COLUMBUS! 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