Kathy Koops

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 […]
April 14, 2021

Moving in with Mom and Dad

Multigenerational Housing Is Gaining Momentum Keeping Current Matters pinpoints something we’re seeing more and more of with today’s buyers. Search Some Highlights If your house is feeling a little cramped with the addition of adult children or aging parents, it […]
April 12, 2021

Cincinnati Home Sales March 2021

March madness hit the local real estate market! Property Sales March Property sales were 1,830, up 2.6% from 1,783 in March of 2020 and 30.5% higher than the 1,402 sales last month. March 2021 sales were at their highest level […]
April 9, 2021

Don’t Sell on Your Own Just Because It’s a Sellers’ Market

Don’t Sell on Your Own Just Because It’s a Sellers’ Market Keeping Current Matters know the real estate market and highlights a key question! In a sellers’ market, some homeowners might be tempted to try to sell their house on their own (known […]
April 7, 2021

Credit Do’s and Don’ts

Our world revolves around credit so it’s time to set the record straight!   There are lots of misconceptions about what does and does not affect your credit score.  The best way to get answers is to deal with your […]