Kathy Koops

May 24, 2020

Celebrating 2020 Memorial Day in Cincinnnati

We salute your service and give heartfelt thanks to all who have served to protect our freedom. This year’s celebrations will be different but gratitude for service will be remembered. Find out more about the history of Memorial Day. Things to […]
May 22, 2020

Sump Pumps Don’t Last Forever

Sump pumps don’t last forever! The last few days were an example of rain, rain, and more rain.  And then more rain!  Flooded basements are not just happening in older homes without proper drainage.  Flooded basements are everywhere.  I live […]
May 20, 2020

Did April Home Sales Drop in Cincinnati?

April single-family home sales in Greater  Cincinnati are miraculous! First the weekly report on real estate activity: April closings reflect sales from February and March.   Board of Relator Report As predicted last month the impact of social distancing and jobs […]
May 18, 2020

2020 Homeowner Wish List

2020 Homeowner Wish List Some Highlights In a recent study by Realtor.com, homeowners noted some of the main things they would change about their homes to make them more livable. Not surprisingly, more space, an updated kitchen, and a home […]
May 15, 2020

Greater Cincinnati Farmers’ Market Guide for 2020

Businesses are beginning to reopen and it’s time to check out the Greater Cincinnati Farmers’ Market Guide for 2020. Many of the local markets have adapted to health concerns and opened pre-order drive-through options.  Farmers’ Markets: (Please check links for […]
May 13, 2020

Cincinnati Real Estate Numbers

Weekly comparison of real estate activity in Greater Cincinnati. The numbers for the past week: Compared to the previous week. Numbers don’t lie.  Listings, contracts, and closings continue to increase as the local housing market opens up its doors. Looking […]
May 11, 2020

Monthly Real Estate Market Report

The monthly real estate market report according to Keeping Current Matters. The reports covering unemployment, loss of life, and the pros and cons of social distancing encompass our daily lives.  Once a month KCM hosts a monthly broadcast detailing the […]
May 9, 2020

Happy Mother’s Day Cincinnati

Happy Mother’s Day! Rudyard Kipling was quoted as saying “God could not be everywhere, and therefore he made mothers.”  His quote from the early 1900s is as true today.  Take a few minutes to thank your “Mom” or “Moms” (whoever they […]
May 6, 2020

Are Cincinnati Buyers House Hunting?

Are homebuyers venturing out to look at homes and condos in Greater Cincinnati during the “shelter-in-place”? The chart shows how the number of showings requested for home buyers. Ohio’s official “shelter-in-place” order went into effect on March 23rd.  But if […]