buying a home

March 25, 2022
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Yes! Mortgage Rates Went Up

Yes, mortgage rates went up! No, the world hasn’t ended for buyers on a tight budget. Higher interest rates will have some impact on home sales.  Actually, the impact began earlier this year as buyers rushed to buy before the […]
March 14, 2022
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How To Navigate a Market Where Multiple Offers Is the New Normal

How To Navigate a Market Where Multiple Offers Is the New Normal According to Keeping Current Matters: If you’re thinking of buying a home today, you already know that the number of homes available for sale is low. But what does that […]
November 29, 2021

The Best Offer to Purchase

This year home buyers make an offer but don’t win the war.  So eventually, when the sale closes it turns out the winning offer was for less. It’s hard for buyers to understand why the highest offer didn’t win the […]
November 21, 2021
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6 Steps to Buying a House When You’re In Debt

6 Steps to Buying a House When You’re In Debt Guest Author:  Alice Robertson You’re saddled with debt. You’re paying off student loans, medical bills, credit cards, and who knows what else. Your credit history isn’t exactly stellar. There’s no […]
October 13, 2021
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What’s Causing Today’s Crazy Real Estate Market

What’s Causing Today’s Competitive Real Estate Market?  Search Some Highlights Today’s strong sellers’ market is the direct result of high demand and low supply. Low mortgage rates and generational trends have created an increased demand for homes. Meanwhile, the slower pace of new home construction and homeowners staying in their homes […]
August 30, 2021
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Home Owner Association Do’s and Don’ts

The 4 most important things buyers need to know about  HOA’s (Homeowner Associations). Lots of communities built since the early 1980s are governed by HOA rules and regulations controlling not only the “look” of the community as well as posting […]
August 4, 2021
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Key Questions for Buyers

Key Questions To Ask Yourself Before Buying a Home Sometimes it can feel like everyone has advice when it comes to buying a home. While your friends and loved ones may have your best interests in mind, they may also […]
June 16, 2021
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HOA Due Dilligence

Buyers need “due diligence” when review and agreeing to HOA rules and regs.   I’ve covered the topic in the past but with today’s hectic sales market-it’s time to review the basics. Many communities around greater Cincinnati have HOA’s.  The […]
June 9, 2021
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3 Questions to Answer When Negotiating Repairs with a Home Seller

3 Questions to Answer When Negotiating Repairs with a Home Seller Source: Image via BurstGuest Author:  Natalie Jones When buying a home, it’s essential to have it inspected for issues by a third-party home inspector. This will provide you and […]