Kathy Koops

July 20, 2016
Property Taxes Ohio

Ohio Property Taxes

Paying your Ohio property taxes at closing is 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 […]
July 18, 2016
Cincinnati real estate sales

June Home Sales in Cincinnati

The update on June home sales in Cincinnati. The total number of single family homes for sale is 6312 about -23% lower than last June.   Not a bumper crop when it comes to motivating buyers to write a purchase contract. Contact The […]
July 15, 2016
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Live Theatre in Cincinnati

The greater Cincinnati area supports a thriving “live theatre” community. In addition to the Broadway Series local theater groups, schools, and organizations perform in a variety of locations in and around greater Cincinnati.  Theatergoers can pick from musical reviews to […]
July 14, 2016

Pretty in Pink

“Pretty in Pink” a movie from the 80’s with a cult following provides some simple rules for today’s home sellers. The movie’s lead character, Molly Ringwald had to find her own way in a confusing world.  Choices, decisions and commitments […]
July 12, 2016

Cincinnati Remodeling Costs

The local Cincinnati real estate market continues to gain ground and some home owners are deciding to invest in remodeling instead of moving. Search First question to ask yourself before jumping into remodeling is -why?  One type is home owners […]
July 11, 2016

Cincinnati Condo Market Update for June

The Cincinnati condo market update for June. The heat and sunshine during  June was great for grass and flowers but the number of condos popping up on the market continues to shrink.  The Cincinnati Multiple Listing Service has only 690 […]
July 8, 2016

Cincinnati Ranks 4th

Source: WalletHub July is National Park & Recreation Month and according to WalletHub Cincinnati ranks 4th in the nation. WallerHub based their research on 4 categories: 1. Entertainment & Recreation 2. Costs 3. Quality of Parks 4. Climate Oralndo, Tampa and Scottsdale […]
July 7, 2016

Parks Around Cincinnati

The Winton Woods Boathouse is waiting for boaters, Sharon Woods is waiting for golfers and Lake Isabella is waiting for fisherman. The park system in and around greater Cincinnati provides fun opportunities for everybody. Half of the summer season has […]
July 5, 2016

Foreclosure Process Speeding Up in Ohio

If the property next has been vacant forever and waiting for the lender to foreclose.  Governor John Kasich signed the bill last week  (H.B. 390) aimed at speeding up the foreclosure process in Ohio.  Now we must wait 90 days […]