Kathy Koops

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 […]
January 9, 2023
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Cincinnati Single-Family Home Sales for December 2022

The winter blast over the holidays and market conditions are slowing single-family home sales.  And that’s good news!  We couldn’t continue the craziness of the 2021 and 2022 real estate markets.  As sales and prices begin to settle- Cincinnati is […]
January 5, 2023

The 2023 Spring Real Estate Market is Happening Now!

Raise your hand if you still believe the spring housing market begins around the end of March or early April? As the holiday season drifts off potential buyers are thinking about changing their housing arrangements.  Many buyers and sellers are […]
January 2, 2023
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First Look at Cincinnati Single-Family Home Sales for December 2022

First look at December single-family home sales for the Greater Cincinnati area.   It appears the higher interest rates continue to impact local real estate sales.  The good news in general is both buyers and sellers are learning how to […]
January 1, 2023
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Carriage Hill Real Estate Activity 01/01 thru 06/30 /23

The printouts below are all the real estate transactions in Carriage Hill from January through June 2023.  Only sales that were processed through MLS are shown.  ( most new construction won’t appear on the list). Brief CMA for the neighborhood: […]
December 29, 2022
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2023 New Year’s Resolutions

Best wishes to Cincinnati for a Happy, Healthy 2023! According to GoSkills the top 10 resolutions for New Year’s were: Exercise more Lose weight Get organized Learn a new skill or hobby  Live life to the fullest Save more money […]