Kathy Koops
October 2, 2025
The first look at the September 2025 single-family home sales in Greater Cincinnati. The overview below shows real estate activity from January 2025 to September 2025. You will see data comparisons between September and the previous month, as well as […]
September 28, 2025
The 5 most important things buyers need to know about HOAs (Homeowner Associations). Lots of communities built since the early 1980s are governed by HOA rules and regulations controlling not only the “look” of the community but also posting all […]
September 24, 2025
Should You Stretch for a Forever Home — or Start Small and Stay Nimble? Guest Author: Suzie Wilson Buying a home feels like a personal milestone, but it’s also a financial decision layered with tradeoffs. One of the biggest: whether […]
September 19, 2025
Hidden costs that surprise home sellers Guest Author: Jordan Hale Selling a house seems simple at first. Then the bill shows up and costs that surprise home sellers start shaving off the net. You fix small issues, set a price, […]
September 18, 2025
Hidden Plumbing Issues That Can Kill A Real Estate Deal (photo credit: Microsoft Stock Images) Homebuyers expect properties to be move-in ready, and few things derail a transaction faster than plumbing problems. Even issues hidden behind walls or under floors […]
September 15, 2025
Patience Won’t Sell Your House. Pricing Will. Source: Keeping Current Matters Waiting for the perfect buyer to fall in love with your house? In today’s market, that’s usually not what’s holding things up. And here’s why. Let’s be real. Homes […]
September 10, 2025
Single-family home prices and sold units continue to climb! Search Every index measurement is ahead of last year. The one a seller should concentrate on is Median Days on Market, which is up 14.3%. The chart below is from CincyMLS […]
September 8, 2025
Builder Incentives Reach 5-Year High Keeping Current Matters Even with more homes on the market right now, some buyers are still having a tough time finding the right one at the right price. Maybe the layout feels off. Maybe it […]