Buying and Selling

June 7, 2021
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Weekend Real Estate Madness

The Cincinnati real estate market is crazed and crazy!   And the latest trend of listing on Thursday or Friday is making weekends even more hectic. Homes making their first appearance late in the week seems to be here to stay […]
June 4, 2021
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Don’t Skip The Final Walk-Through!

The “final walk-through” is a part of the standard Cincinnati Area Board of Realtors®’ purchase contract. Walk-throughs aren’t home inspections but the final opportunity for buyers to make sure the purchased property is in the same condition as when they […]
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 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 5, 2021

Seller Rejoice and Buyer Remorse

Sellers rejoice and buyer’s remorse defines today’s real estate market. Everywhere you turn all you hear is about crazy home sales.  Bidding wars and not enough homes for sale is a given.  Homes selling within days of hitting the market- […]
March 15, 2021

How to Be a Competitive Buyer in Today’s Housing Market

How to Be a Competitive Buyer in Today’s Housing Market! Search Some Highlights With so few houses for sale today, it’s important to be prepared when you’re ready to buy a home. Meeting with your lender early, knowing your must-haves and nice-to-haves, preparing for […]
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 […]