Kathy Koops

March 2, 2021

The First Look at February 2021 Home Sales

February 2021 home sales took a dive after a great December 2020.  Winter’s cold blast impacting the local housing market.  First look at the single-family home sales through the end of February 2021: February Property sales were 1,206, down -14.4% […]
February 26, 2021
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Are There Going to Be More Homes to Buy This Year?

Are There Going to Be More Homes to Buy This Year? Cincinnati buyers experienced a crazy COVID year for buying homes.  Too few homes.  too many buyers.  According to Keeping Current Matters, we’re not alone. If you’re looking for a […]
February 24, 2021

The Importance of Being Honest

The importance of being honest when filling out the Ohio Residential Property Disclosure. Homes sales breaking records!  Buyers making offers for more than the asking price!  Buyers skipping the home inspection option in an attempt to charm sellers! In short, […]
February 22, 2021
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Home Mortgage Rates by Decades

Home Mortgage Rates by Decade  Search Some Highlights Mortgage interest rates have dropped considerably over the past year, and compared to what we’ve seen in recent decades, it’s a great time to buy a home. Locking in a low rate […]
February 19, 2021
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January 2021 Cincinnati Home Sales

Snowy start to 2021 single-family home sales in Greater Cincinnati.  Cincinnati MLS reports: January Property sales were 1,368, up 13.2% from 1,208 in January of 2020 and -33.4% lower than the 2,053 sales last month. January 2021 sales were at […]
February 17, 2021

Cincinnati Fish Fry Guide for 2021

Image by Depistotele from Pixabay The Fish Fry Guide covers the Lenten tradition loved by Cincinnatians. Fish Frys during COVID19 is a mix of carry-out and drive-through. The number of locations geared up to fry and serve fish, fries, mac […]
February 15, 2021
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5 Valuable Home Renovations

5 Home Renovations that Increase the Value of Your Space Guest Post:  Jasmine Anderson Whether you’re planning to sell your house now or in the future, it’s useful to know that certain renovations can increase the value of your home. […]
February 13, 2021
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2021 Valentine’s Wishes

May you find the home your heart desires in 2021! Happy Valentine’s Day!  Let your Valentine’s wishes run wild and look for your home-sweet-home. Search
February 10, 2021

Can 2021 Home Sales Keep Up the Pace?

Can the Cincinnati housing market keep up the pace in 2021? Single-family home sales in the 4 county area ended 2020 on a high note.  The number of homes sold as well the average sale price left COVID worries in […]