Kathy Koops

January 26, 2017
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Greater Cincinnati Remodeling Expo

The warmer weather may have delayed the demand to redo things inside the house but cold weather has arrived and it’s time for the  Greater Cincinnati Remodeling Expo this weekend. The event from Friday through Sunday-January 27-29, 2017 is held […]
January 25, 2017
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Reality Real Estate TV

5 Myths About Real Estate Reality TV Explained It’s refreshing when the pros look at HGTV type shows and point out the fact versus fiction.  Thanks to the pros at Keeping Current Matters to set things straight. Have you ever […]
January 23, 2017
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Best Remodeling Projects for 2017 in Cincinnati

Lots of different projects reported in latest edition of Remodeling Magazine’s Cost  vs. Value Report. A quick look at the 2017 report for greater Cincinnati highlights what’s the most cost effective and what’s not in midrange price homes:  Manufactured Stone Veneer  Job […]
January 21, 2017
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Enhance Your Home’s Curb Appeal

5 ways to enhance your home’s curb appeal. As long as the “For Sale” sign sits in the front yard of your home, the potential price it will bring is steadily dwindling. Real estate agents and homeowners need to work […]
January 19, 2017
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Protect Your Identity When Buying a Home

Buying a home can be a very exciting and happy time but you need to protect your identity. From touring neighborhoods and going to open houses, to being handed the keys by your real estate agent and hearing those wonderful […]
January 17, 2017
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What Were West Chester Ohio Homes Worth in 2016?

This past year the real estate market for single family homes West Chester, Ohio continued to gain speed despite the lack of homes for sale. The average Days on Market (DOM) shows how many days the average property is listed […]
January 14, 2017
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3 Tips To Sell Your Home in Winter

3 tips to sell your home in winter. Nothing to complicated-just some basics to remember.  Most home owners know to keep driveways and walkways shoveled during snowy weather and make sure to accommodate showing requests. Here are 3 important tips […]
January 12, 2017
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A Quick Look at 2016 Cincinnati Real Estate Trends

A quick look at 2016 Cincinnati real estate trends points to a shrinking number of single family homes for sale and slightly higher average sales price compared to 2015.  The average sale price in 2015 was $186,262 versus $196,261 in […]
January 10, 2017
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Experts Say If Your Home Hasn’t Sold Yet… Check the Price!

According to Keeping Current Matters the residential housing market has been hot. In a detailed article which highlights home sales have bounced back solidly and are now at their second highest pace since February 2007. Demand has remained strong throughout the […]