Kathy Koops

September 12, 2017
buying a home

Fall Housing Market

Most people assume spring is the best time to buy real estate. However, the fall housing market offers some of the best deals for consumers. According to RealtyTrac October is the best month to buy a house. Fewer Buyers:  School […]
September 11, 2017
Cincinnati Winery

Wineries Near Cincinnati

Fall’s creeping into Cincinnati and residents are looking for things to do.  Wineries near Cincinnati offer some spectacular views, affordable dining and wonderful and usually can be reached by driving 30 minutes or less. One the closet home grown wineries is Vinokolet Winery and sitting […]
September 8, 2017
Home Values and real estate

Do You Know Home’s Value?

According to Keeping Current Matters the latest edition of CoreLogic’s Home Price Index shows that nationally, home prices have appreciated 6.7% over the last year and 0.9% month-over-month. The release of the report included this headline,  “National Home Prices Now 50% Above March […]
September 7, 2017
Cincinnati Metro Stuff the bus logo

Metro “Stuff the Bus” Hurricane Relief

Wondering how to help people affected by Hurricane Harvey and want a reason to visit downtown? Then Cincinnati Metro’s  “Stuff-the-Bus” campaign is the answer. Tomorrow Friday, September 8th from 10 am to 2 pm you can help “Stuff-the-Bus” with supplies and walk around […]
September 6, 2017
change the locks

Time to Change Door Locks and Access Codes

Just closed on your dream home and the moving truck is on the way?   My advice, before you get too settled take some time to change the locks and garage access codes. There isn’t any way to know who […]
September 5, 2017
Cincinnati School Districts

School Districts and Home Sales

The latest sale data by the school districts for single family homes reflect rising prices.  Heading into the fall months the local greater Cincinnati real estate market continues to see rising median and average prices in many of the school districts.  […]
August 29, 2017
freestore foodbank

Soaring Rubber Duckies

 Now is the time to buy soaring rubber duckies! It’s a win win for you and your neighbors in greater Cincinnati.  And as one my favorites events, this year the  “Rubber Duck Regatta”  is boasting that close to 200,000 bright […]
August 28, 2017

Understanding 2017 Ohio Property Taxes

Understanding 2017 Ohio property taxes at closing is still one of the most confusing costs for sellers. The State of Ohio handles property tax payments in a unique (and sometimes confusing way).  Property taxes are paid in arrears.  So the most recent […]
August 24, 2017
cincinnati skyline for fall festivals

Cincinnati Fall Festivals and Fireworks

The time has arrived to kick off fall festivals and fireworks in Cincinnati. Taste Of Blue Ash – August 25-26, 2017 Germania Society Oktoberfest – August 25-27, 2017 Taste of OTR-Washington Park – August 26, 2017 Ohio Renaissance Festival – September […]