Kathy Koops

May 31, 2026
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The Longer A House Sits On The Market The Lower It Sells For

Guest Author:  Keeping Current Matters Tempted to price your house high just to see what happens? You should know, overpriced homes generally don’t sell right away, they sit. And that delay will cost you. The longer a house is on […]
May 29, 2026
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The Most Overlooked Rooms That Influence Buying Decisions

The Most Overlooked Rooms That Influence Buying Decisions Guest Author: Lydia Coleman When people think about selling a home, they usually focus on the obvious spaces: the living room, kitchen, and maybe the primary bedroom. These are the rooms that […]
May 26, 2026
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How Self-Care Can Ease Stress When Buying or Selling Your Home

How Self-Care Can Ease Stress When Buying or Selling Your Home Guest Author:  Suzie Wilson For first-time homebuyers, growing families trading up, and longtime owners preparing to sell, real estate can stir up mental health challenges homebuyers don’t expect and […]
May 21, 2026
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April Home Sales for Ohio and America

Real estate is local! The latest numbers from the Cincinnati MLS for single-family home sales during April, 2026: However, it’s interesting to see how our area compares to other cities in Ohio: Search Compared to the big view from the […]
May 18, 2026
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The Relocation Regret Pattern: What People Who Moved and Hated It Have in Common

Guest Author: Emily Carter The Relocation Regret Pattern: What People Who Moved and Hated It Have in Common Roughly 40% of Americans who move report at least one significant regret about their decision. The triggers vary — wrong city, wrong […]
May 12, 2026
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The Secret To Selling Fast, No Matter the Market

The Secret To Selling Fast, No Matter the Market Guest Author:  Keeping Current Matters   When you put your house on the market, you don’t just want it to sell. You want it to sell fast. But the thing is, nationally, […]
May 9, 2026
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April Home Sales in Cincinnati

Single-family home sales in Cincinnati are up 5.3%!  The number a seller should focus on is Median Days on Market, which is up from March. Properties are on the market a little longer. The Median Sale price and Active Inventory both increased.  […]
May 7, 2026
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Balancing Family Ties and Independence When Moving Near Home

Balancing Family Ties and Independence When Moving Near Home Guest Author:  Suzie Wilson For Cincinnati-area homebuyers and sellers weighing family-proximity decisions, moving closer can feel like trading one kind of stability for another. The emotional impact of moving is real: […]
April 20, 2026
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Wondering If You Should Still Buy a Home Right Now? Here’s What To Keep in Mind.

Wondering If You Should Still Buy a Home Right Now? Here’s What To Keep in Mind. Guest Author:  Keeping Current Matters With economic headlines, global events, and near-constant talk about affordability, you may be wondering if this is the right […]