Kathy Koops

February 4, 2023
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Six Common Problems with Chimney Leakage You Need to Know!

Six Common Problems with Chimney Leakage You Need to Know! Guest Author:  Alba Flores Moisture is your worst enemy when it comes to damaging the materials that make up your lovely home.   Chimney leaks could be one of the leading […]
February 1, 2023
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First Look at Cincinnati Home Sales During January 2023

First look at January 2023 single-family home sales for the Greater Cincinnati area. Normalizing interest rates are fueling sales again.  Some selling hot spots are getting 2 or 3 offers on their property.  Not quite the 13 or 14 offers […]
January 30, 2023
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How to Organize Wall Decor and Create Pinterest-Worthy Pictures

How to Organize Wall Decor and Create Pinterest-Worthy Pictures Guest Author: Pearl de Guzman If you’re anything like us, you’ve probably gazed at your walls and thought, “I really need to organize my wall decor.” But then you look at the […]
January 26, 2023
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Affordable Living in Greater Cincinnati

Moving into or out of Cincinnati and want to know how the areas compare for the cost of living? Well, good news nerdwallet has a simple-to-use cost-of-living calculator which requires very little information from the users.  Cost of living comparison […]
January 23, 2023
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Tips and Tricks to Prepare Your Property For Inspection Before Selling It

Tips and Tricks to Prepare Your Property For Inspection Before Selling It. Guest Author: Austin Watson In today’s competitive real estate market, many buyers are forgoing home inspections to make higher offers to beat other bidders. While many processes are involved […]
January 20, 2023
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Have Home Values Hit Bottom?

Have Home Values Hit Bottom? According to Keeping Current Matters: Whether you’re already a homeowner or you’re looking to become one, the recent headlines about home prices may leave you with more questions than answers. News stories are talking about home prices falling, and […]
January 17, 2023
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Three Housing Market Expectations for 2023

In 2023 the real estate market is predicted to take a much needed turn. Inventory is still low and buyers need to be ready to use slightly different tactics this year: 1.  Interest rates have been a game-changer The National […]
January 14, 2023
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Greater Cincinnati Remodeling Expo

Mark your calendars for next weekend.  You might be glued to football this weekend but beginning January 20 marks the return of the  Greater Cincinnati Remodeling Expo. The event from Friday through Sunday-January 20-29, 2017 is held at the Sharonville […]
January 11, 2023
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How to Avoid the Rental Trap

Avoid the Rental Trap in 2023 If you’re a renter, you likely face an important decision every year: renew your current lease, start a new one, or buy a home. This year is no different. But before you dive too […]