Kathy Koops

May 7, 2021

Are Interest Rates Expected to Rise?

Are Interest Rates Expected to Rise Over the Next Year? So far this year, mortgage rates continue to hover around 3%, encouraging many hopeful homebuyers to enter the housing market. However, there’s a good chance rates will increase later this […]
May 5, 2021
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Pool Mania

Pool Mania!  How has COVID-19 boosted the value of homes with this luxury feature, even in four-season climates? Guest Author: Evette Champion According to the insights for the 2021 housing market from top-selling real estate agents, it’s a strong seller’s […]
May 3, 2021
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Quick Review of April 2021 Home Sales in Cincinnati

April showers brought a drop in single-family home sales.  First look at the single-family home sales through the end of April 2021: April Property sales were 1,749, up 3.1% from 1,697 in April of 2020 and -6.2% lower than the […]
April 29, 2021
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2021 Cincinnati Farmer’s Market Guide

Spring has sprung and it’s time to check out the Greater Cincinnati Farmers’ Market Guide for 2021. Many of the local markets have adapted to health concerns and opened pre-order drive-through options.  Farmers’ Markets: (Please check links for detailed information […]
April 26, 2021
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Back to the Future Again?

Are housing prices headed back to the future again? Boom then bust? Lots of buzz with today’s real estate market boom that -eventually prices are going to crash.  But crash might be a little harsh when comparing today to 2006.  […]
April 23, 2021
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Cost Effective Home Improvements

The first question you’re likely to ask yourself when embarking on a home renovation project prior to selling your house is: What is your return on investment (ROI) going to be? Will you get back the money you spent when […]
April 21, 2021
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Mortgage Rates and Buying a Home

The #1 driver in today’s real estate market continues to record low interest rates. According to Freddie Mac “While overall economic growth will be impacted by the pandemic and subsequent vaccine, we expect the housing market to stay the course […]
April 19, 2021
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Home Is Where the Heart Is

Home Is Where the Heart Is Keeping Current Matters points out: Search Some Highlights There’s no doubt about it: homeowners love their homes, and that feeling has become even more important over the past year. The vast majority of homeowners say they’re […]
April 16, 2021
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Biking Around Cincinnati

Bikers can be seen pedaling all around Greater Cincinnati. 2020 and 2021 restrictions and spacing pumped up bicycling as an exercise for everyone.  For months there was a shortage of bicycles available for sale.  And warmer weather brings all sorts […]