Kathy Koops

September 22, 2023
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New City, New Narrative: Creating Your Own Story

Image via Pexels Guest Author:  Jim Vogel New City, New Narrative: Creating Your Story After a Low Point Moving to a new city can be both exciting and challenging, especially when you’re doing it after experiencing a low point in […]
September 18, 2023
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2023 Pumpkin Patches

Halloween is coming soon don’t miss Pumpkin Patches and Haunted Houses around greater Cincinnati. No matter the weather it’s a great time to hunt down a pumpkin or visit a haunted house. The places listed below certainly don’t cover every […]
September 13, 2023
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Be Prepared!

We’ve been lucky this year! So far-“knock on wood” we’ve escaped severe weather this year.  Other parts of the country haven’t been as lucky. No shaking flashlights with dead batteries or trying to manually lift automatic garage doors in the […]
September 11, 2023
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Home Price Forecasts Revised for 2023

Home Price Forecasts Revised for 2023 [INFOGRAPHIC] Update from Keeping Current Matters Search Some Highlights Last year, some housing experts projected a decline in home prices by the end of 2023. But that didn’t happen – inventory was just too low. While it’s normal for experts to re-forecast throughout […]
September 7, 2023
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Common Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Home in Cincinnati  

 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Home in Cincinnati   Guest Author:  Josh Kingston Cincinnati, known for its dynamic culture, historical significance, and picturesque riverfront, has become a sought-after location for prospective homeowners. As Ohio’s major urban center, it seamlessly […]
September 5, 2023
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First Look at August 2023 Cincinnati Single-Family Home Sales

The 1st look at August 2023 single-family home sales for Greater Cincinnati. The overview below shows real estate activity from January 2023 to August 2023. You will see data comparisons between August and the previous month, the last three months, […]
August 31, 2023
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Celebrate 2023 Labor Day Weekend in Greater Cincinnati

Looking forward to some time off to celebrate Labor Day Weekend in Cincinnati? Here are some things you can do in Greater Cincinnati over Labor Day weekend 2023: Enjoy the outdoors. There are many parks and outdoor spaces to explore […]
August 28, 2023
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Today’s Housing Market Has Only Half the Usual Inventory

Today’s Housing Market Has Only Half the Usual Inventory Search Some Highlights There are only about half the number of homes for sale compared to the last normal years in the market. That means buyers don’t have enough options right now. So, if you […]
August 23, 2023
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Mortgage Rates Continue to Rise

Mortgage Rates Continue to Rise! Freddie Mac announced the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 7.09% as of August 17, 2023. The week before mortgage rates averaged 6.96%. The current level is the highest in more than 20 years. Good news – […]