Kathy Koops

July 1, 2019
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Where to View Cincinnati Fourth of July Fireworks in 2019

The best places to set your chairs to view the 2019  Fourth of July Fireworks in greater Cincinnati. Check links below for locations requiring admission fees 🙁 Blanchester Red White & Blanchester Blue July 4, 2019 – Fireworks at dusk […]
June 28, 2019
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5 Major Pet Peeves

The 5 major real estate pet peeves don’t have any connections to buyers and sellers. Most pet owners make a real effort to contain, remove or subdue unruly pets during showings.  However, every once in awhile pet-related issues cause havoc […]
June 26, 2019
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Preparing For The Worst

Many Cincinnati homeowners are finding themselves underwater in more ways than just flooding. Preparing for the worst is becoming more proactive documenting all the “stuff” you have inside your home.  If you were faced with a disaster would you be […]
June 24, 2019
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Why IS So Much Paperwork Required to Get a Mortgage

Why Is So Much Paperwork Required to Get a Mortgage? When buying a home today, why is there so much paperwork mandated by the lenders for a mortgage loan application? It seems like they need to know everything about you. Furthermore, it requires […]
June 21, 2019
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Median Home Prices for Greater Cincinnati

Why are median sale prices for homes in Greater Cincinnati important? We often hear about the average sale price for single-family homes.  High fives as the average sale price creep higher every month.  But a few super high priced and/or […]
June 19, 2019
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Did Home Sales Bloom in May?

Home sales and prices continued to bloom during May in Cincinnati. The median sale price rose +4.8% comparing May 2018 to May 2019. And comparing the average sale prices in the same timeframe +3.4%.  However, the average sale price only […]
June 17, 2019
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Cincinnati Architecture

Cincinnati architecture styles are always an interesting topic.  The CincyMLS (like many other MLS’s) is behind today’s architecture which limits what buyers and agents can search for when looking for a home or condo.   Most local Cincinnati buyers are looking […]
June 15, 2019
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3 Things to Know About the Housing Market Today

3 Things to Know in the Housing Market Today! A lot is happening in the world, and it’s having a direct impact on the housing market. The reality is this: some of it is positive and some of it may […]
June 14, 2019
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2019 Flag Day

Flag Day… …is a great opportunity for everyone in greater Cincinnati to proudly display the all American symbol. Everything you to know why June 14th is designated “Flag Day” click here.