Kathy Koops, Author at Cincinnati Real Estate - Cincinnati Homes for Sale by Kathy Koops

September 1, 2015

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Real Estate

HARP Refinancing

Behind on mortgage payments and not able to refinance, because the value of your property is lower than what you owe and Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac backed your current mortgage, you might be eligible to refinance without paying down principal […]

August 31, 2015

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Buying and Selling

New Regulations on Loan Disclosures Coming in October

(Thanks to Ticor Title for simple explanation) Buyers fasten your seatbelts as the government rolls out new regulations on loan disclosures in October. Are you ready for TILA RESPA Integrated Disclosure rule -TRID! The newest twist from the CFPB (Consumer […]

August 20, 2015

August 20, 2015

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Real Estate

Cincinnati Real Estate Activity According to the Board of Realtors

Cincinnati real estate activity according to the Board of Realtors was highlighted in the latest news release covering July. According to the release “July Sales Rock- Highest Ever for a July….” Real estate closings for the month of July rose 9.0% compared to a year […]

August 15, 2015

August 15, 2015

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Buying and Selling

Ohio Bond Money and First Time Homebuyers

Good news about Ohio bond money and first time homebuyers. The Ohio Housing Finance Agency ( OHFA ) First Time Homebuyer Program serving the greater Cincinnati area continue to offer competitive interest rates and programs. Credit score: The credit score for […]

August 12, 2015

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Zinzinnati

Union Centre Food Truck Rally

The 2015 Union Centre Food Truck Rally is scheduled for Friday August 14, 2015, 11:00AM – 10:30PM featuring 30+ food trucks from all over the region ready to serve you everything your tummy desires. The Union Centre Business Merchants Association hopes […]

August 10, 2015

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Real Estate Tips and Trends

Balancing Style & Tech: Home Hacks to Hide All of Those Cords

Three in 10 Americans own a wide array of electronics, according to a poll by Gallup. Thirty-one percent are “super tech adopters” with a broad ownership of major computing and entertainment devices. The survey showed these users owned smartphones, MP3 […]

August 3, 2015

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Real Estate Tips and Trends

Create a Cozy, Restful Nursery With Tips That Appeal to the Senses

The nursery is probably the most important room in the house during the first year you welcome baby into the home. It should be a soothing, restful retreat for sleep, a peaceful den of harmony and relaxation. To achieve a […]

July 31, 2015

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Zinzinnati

Weekend in Cincinnati

Spending th weekend in Cincinnati? Enjoying the beautiful weather while it lasts. Looking for something to do: Reds vs Pirates @ Great American Ballpark Weekend Guide @ cincinnati.com Family Fun @ 365 Cincinnati Open Houses

July 27, 2015

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Real Estate

Million Dollar Homes

The greater Cincinnati real estate market isn’t flooded with million dollar homes (and condos) but year to date 74 homes and 6 condos priced at $1,000,000 and up have sold/closed according to the Multiple Listing Service of Greater Cincinnati. (Sale […]