Kathy Koops

November 4, 2025
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First Look at October Home Sales

The first look at the October single-family home sales in Greater Cincinnati. The overview below shows real estate activity from January 2025 to October 2025. You will see data comparisons between August and the previous month, the last three months […]
November 1, 2025
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Redefining Your Life in Midlife: Why a Move Might Be the Smartest Thing You’ve Ever Done

Image: Freepik Redefining Your Life in Midlife: Why a Move Might Be the Smartest Thing You’ve Ever Done Guest Author:  Zoe Houston Midlife’s weird. Not bad weird, but clarifying. You wake up one day and realize you’re not who you […]
October 27, 2025
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The Reason Homes Feel Like They Cost So Much (It’s Not What You Think)

The Reason Homes Feel Like They Cost So Much (It’s Not What You Think) Source:  Keeping Current Matters Scroll through your feed and you’ll see plenty of finger-pointing about why homes cost so much. And according to a national survey, […]
October 27, 2025
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Home Health Check: Spot The Red, Yellow, And Green Signals

Home Health Check: Spot The Red, Yellow, And Green Signals Regular home inspections can prevent costly repairs and help maintain property value. Recognizing warning signs early allows homeowners to address issues before they escalate. Using a simple red, yellow, and […]
October 23, 2025
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Renovation Projects With High Return On Investment

Renovation Projects With High Return On Investment Guest Author:  Alex Morgan Home renovation is often about more than just refreshing your living space—it’s an investment in the future value of your property. Whether you’re preparing to sell soon or simply […]
October 15, 2025
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2026 Housing Market Outlook

2026 Housing Market Outlook Source:  Keeping Current Matters After a couple of years where the housing market felt stuck in neutral, 2026 may be the year things shift back into gear. Expert forecasts show more people are expected to move […]
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 […]