Kathy Koops

October 13, 2025
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September Single Family Home Sales in Cincinnati

Single-family home prices and sold units continue to climb! A repeat of previous months. Every index measurement is ahead of last year.  The one a seller should concentrate on is Median Days on Market, which is up 25%.  The chart […]
October 10, 2025
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Don’t Let Unrealistic Pricing Cost You Your Move

Don’t Let Unrealistic Pricing Cost You Your Move These days, you’re going to want to get your price right when you get ready to sell your house. Honestly, it’s more important than ever. Why? While you may want to list […]
October 7, 2025
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2025 Early Voting Begins Today in Ohio

Early voting begins Tuesday, October 7th, in Ohio. Sample ballots for your county. Check your county Board of Elections for voting times and locations. For detailed information, click on your county:  Butler, Clermont, Hamilton, Warren. For questions or more information, check […]
October 2, 2025
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First Look at September 2025 Single-Family Home Sales

The first look at the September 2025 single-family home sales in Greater Cincinnati. The overview below shows real estate activity from January 2025 to September 2025. You will see data comparisons between September and the previous month, as well as […]
October 1, 2025

Top 2 Factors That Would Make Homebuyers More Comfortable

What would make you feel more comfortable making a move? 63% of would-be homebuyers say lower home prices. 50% say lower mortgage rates. If that’s what you want too, here’s the update you’ve been looking for. Experts are projecting single-digit […]
September 28, 2025
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Home Owner Association Do’s and Don’ts

The 5 most important things buyers need to know about HOAs (Homeowner Associations). Lots of communities built since the early 1980s are governed by HOA rules and regulations controlling not only the “look” of the community but also posting all […]
September 24, 2025
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Should You Stretch for a Forever Home — or Start Small and Stay Nimble?

Should You Stretch for a Forever Home — or Start Small and Stay Nimble? Guest Author: Suzie Wilson Buying a home feels like a personal milestone, but it’s also a financial decision layered with tradeoffs. One of the biggest: whether […]
September 19, 2025
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Hidden costs that surprise home sellers

Hidden costs that surprise home sellers Guest Author:  Jordan Hale Selling a house seems simple at first. Then the bill shows up and costs that surprise home sellers start shaving off the net. You fix small issues, set a price, […]
September 18, 2025
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Hidden Plumbing Issues That Can Kill A Real Estate Deal

Hidden Plumbing Issues That Can Kill A Real Estate Deal (photo credit: Microsoft Stock Images) Homebuyers expect properties to be move-in ready, and few things derail a transaction faster than plumbing problems. Even issues hidden behind walls or under floors […]