Real Estate Tips and Trends

September 27, 2023
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Are Finished Basements Worth the Cost?

Do finished basements really add value?   Yes, finished basements can add value to a home.  But don’t expect a dollar-for-dollar return on any investments you make in your home. Other things factor into the increased value based on varying […]
September 22, 2023
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New City, New Narrative: Creating Your Own Story

Image via Pexels Guest Author:  Jim Vogel New City, New Narrative: Creating Your Story After a Low Point Moving to a new city can be both exciting and challenging, especially when you’re doing it after experiencing a low point in […]
September 13, 2023
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Be Prepared!

We’ve been lucky this year! So far-“knock on wood” we’ve escaped severe weather this year.  Other parts of the country haven’t been as lucky. No shaking flashlights with dead batteries or trying to manually lift automatic garage doors in the […]
July 24, 2023
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The Starter Home vs. Forever Home Debate

Image via Pixabay Guest Author:  Jim Vogel The Starter Home vs. Forever Home Debate Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you will make in your life. It is important to consider all of the pros and cons […]
July 20, 2023
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Tips to Keeps Trees Healthy in Hot Weather

Here are some tips on how to take care of trees during the  hot summer in Cincinnati, Ohio: Water your trees regularly. During hot, dry weather, trees need more water. Water deeply, so that the water reaches the roots. You […]
June 19, 2023
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Are Housing Prices Going Up or Down?

Are Home Prices Going Up or Down? That Depends… Media coverage about what’s happening with home prices can be confusing. A large part of that is due to the type of data being used and what they’re choosing to draw […]
May 31, 2023
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3 Powerful Tips for Airbnb Landlords

3 Powerful Tips for Airbnb Landlords Guest Author: ALEX CAPOZZOLO Welcome to the world of being an Airbnb landlord, where excitement and exhaustion coexist like yin and yang. Many hopeful short-term rental hosts dive into this world with excitement but […]
May 30, 2023
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How to Save Money on Your Cincinnati Home Improvement Projects

How to Save Money on Your Cincinnati Home Improvement Projects Guest Author:  Candace Park In the vibrant and bustling city of Cincinnati, homeowners often embark on exciting Cincinnati home improvement projects, eager to enhance their homes’ value, functionality, and aesthetic […]
May 18, 2023
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A Bigger Home Means A Better Retirement (For Some!) 

A Bigger Home Means A Better Retirement (For Some!)   Guest Author:  Jim Vogel For many, retirement means downsizing to a smaller space so that we can afford to travel and won’t have as much home upkeep. However, for the rest […]