Kathy Koops

October 16, 2014
Painting for FHA

Common FHA Repairs

Lots of today’s real estate deals involve FHA backed mortgages and sellers need to be prepared to handle common FHA repairs. FHA appraisals often note repairs required before closing on the property, however the demands made by FHA often surprise […]
October 12, 2014
Windermere in Fairfield

Cincinnati Celebrates Columbus Day

It’s somewhat confusing that Columbus’s search for the new world lead to Cincinnati celebrating  “Columbus Day” which now is known better for sale slogans like “Door Buster Deals!”  “Bonus Busters!”  “Columbus Day Sales!” Well Cincinnati if you’re not interested in hitting the […]
October 7, 2014
CincyMLS

24-Hour Market Watch for Cincinnati Real Estate

Every time an agent uses the Multiple Listing Service of Greater Cincinnati a box appears with running stats covering the “24 Hour Market Watch”  .  It’s a good indicator of home sale and listing activity.  Usually the weekend numbers drop- […]
September 29, 2014
Greater Cincinnati Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Show

Greater Cincinnati Kitchen, Bath and Remodeling Show

It’s time to pull out remodeling plans and head over to the 27th annual Greater Cincinnati Kitchen, Bath & Remodeling Show The show runs from October 3-5 at Duke Energy Convention Center and as usual, features tons (130) exhibitors as […]
September 26, 2014
Lebanon Ohio

Weekend Events Around Greater Cincinnati

You know it’s fall when the Lebanon hosts Country Applefest on Saturday.  Weather permitting (and it’s looking great for the weekend) thousands will wander up and down Broadway checking out great crafts, lots of food and entertainment. If Lebanon is not your […]
September 18, 2014
Landlords

Cincinnati Landlords- Smart Upgrades that Pay Off

If your renters recently moved out, wait a minute before filling that vacancy. You could keep doing what you’re doing—and cycle through a horde of tenants before the year is through—or you could try something new. Did you know that […]
September 15, 2014
Cincinnati Mortgage Calculator

Can You Afford to Buy a Home in Greater Cincinnati?

Some potential buyers aren’t sure if they can afford to buy a house or condo in greater Cincinnati right now and aren’t ready to talk to a loan officer just yet.  Good news – there are lots of mortgage “apps” […]
September 12, 2014
apple orchards

Apple Orchards Near Cincinnati

The arrival of cooler weather in Cincinnati seems to push us out the door searching for apple orchards.  Fortunately home grown apples are available and locations are located around greater Cincinnati.  Looking for something to do this weekend -think about […]
September 8, 2014
Cincinnati Pending Sales

Pendings- The Real Estate Number That Counts

Real estate is a numbers game! How many homes on the market, the number of properties sold/closed.  And, probably, the most important number which is pending sales.zillow.com According the National Association of Realtors– pending sales is the “forward indicator” of […]