Kathy Koops

June 12, 2014

List Prices for Homes and Condos in Cincinnati

Bird’s eye view of homes for sale in greater Cincinnati! Questions, want to list your property or start house hunting now-Click here to to Call: 513-300-4090, or by email. Looking at prices last year (June 2013) by and large the […]
June 11, 2014

Money or Love?

Is it just me or is everybody experiencing the same phenomena?  It seems that within nano-seconds of ordering any products or services some entity is reaching out for your endorsement, testimonial, review or rating?  The product hasn’t arrived or even […]
June 9, 2014
Preapproval Hurdles

“Pre-Approved” for a Mortgage Beats Just “Pre-Qualified”!

Getting a mortgage approved in today’s real estate market is similar to running an obstacle course….blindfolded. That’s why potential home buyers need to chart out a path that leads to a successful purchase negotiation and closing.  Many of the properties […]
June 5, 2014
Princeton High School

School’s Out -Time to Buy a Home!

Recently the Princeton School District opened the doors to show off their wonderful new high school. And like so many new communities are doing, the district is utilizing land to build several buildings within walking distance of each other.  Easier […]
June 3, 2014

Local Home Sales a Roller Coaster of Ups and Downs

During the great recession and the plunge of the greater Cincinnati housing market Realtors kept trying to predict when the housing market would fully recover its glory days. Well some areas are experiencing spikes in prices and lack of inventory […]
June 2, 2014

Can Packing and Moving be Fun?

From Packing to Loading: 5 Ways to Make Moving More Fun It’s no secret that moving to a new home can be more drudgery than fun, with all the planning and packing that needs to be done. But why focus […]
May 30, 2014

2014 Farmers’ Markets in Greater Cincinnati

It’s time for “freshness” in greater Cincinnati because the local “farmers’ markets” are open for business. (If I missed your favorite place-just post the details in the comments or send me an email and I’ll add the link to the […]
May 28, 2014

Real Estate in Greater Cincinnati Townships

Is the summer’s bloom wearing off on the local Cincinnati real estate market? During the last 2 weeks 1634 new listings(single family homes and condos) hit the market.  Also during the same time frame, 1220  homes and condos went “pending” […]
May 27, 2014

Weather Cincy Storms with Caution: Emergency Traffic Preparedness

Cincinnati is known for its volatile weather. The summer thunderstorms with heavy rain and tornado risk can make driving hazardous. Navigating the elements takes great caution and preparedness, no matter if you’re pulling out of a lot with a new […]