Keeping an Eye on the Market – Where are We? Where Have We Been? #2

We are all keeping our eyes on the real estate market.  Whether you are currently in the market as an actively shopping buyer, or considering selling your home, you know the numbers matter.  Those of us that are actively involved with assisting customers and clients should clearly be keeping an  eye on the numbers! What is interesting about this real estate environment is that anyone with a deed and a mortgage on real property is paying attention to the number like never before.

Let’s keep an eye on the market together.  I will update you monthly with stats from the Greater Cincinnati Multiple Listing Service, so that you can see the trends as I do. Read more

RE/MAX Map! In REAL Time! You Have to See This!

If you are considering listing your home, you have to see this!  Do you need to more fully understand the power of the RE/MAX name? Are words just fine for you, but visual proof is even more important? Do you need to see how working closely with your favorite RE/MAX Unlimited agent gives you exposure to not just the buyers across town, but across the country?  Fair Enough……Then read on!! Read more

How to Interview a Potential Lender

When it’s time to consider whether to work with a bank or a mortgage broker to obtain a loan for your new home, many people feel overwhelmed and confused. Even within a well established name in the banking and lending field, there are loan officers that are more knowledgeable than others, and provide a greater level of service and communication than their co-workers. Mortgage rules and regulations have changed recently, and you need a good, well informed loan officer to assist you.  Read more

Where is the Good Shopping?

I remember when I first moved to Cincinnati over 20 years ago, I had two little girls that needed outfitting for their new school, and a new home to decorate.  I wanted to know where to find the good shopping! Part of the fun of moving to a new area is going out and finding the stores. We settled in Loveland, so my car quickly found the path to Eastgate Mall.  Christmas and special occasion shopping meant trips to Kenwood Towne Center.  Wow! Have things changed in 20 + years! Read more

Home Buyer Worksheet – The “Wants” and “Needs” in My New Home

What kind of home do you want? Seems like a simple question doesn’t it? Ranch? Split-Level? Wooded view or a sidewalk community?  Buyers can often become overwhelmed with the numerous options on the market. Take a minute to review this checklist. Think about your “wants” and “needs”.  You’ll find that it helps to organize your thoughts as your go through the home buying process. Read more

10 Buyer Traps & Trips – 10 Ways to Avoid Them

Of all the major purchases that we make in our life time, buying our homes, especially our first home, is an emotional decision. True for even for the most analytical among us. Major purchases require doing a little homework and getting prepared. The more you know, the less emotional about the purchase you will be. The more you know, and the less emotion going into your decision, the more comfortable you will be in your final decision. Decision making, calm and confident, will greatly enhance your home buying experience. Read more

Is that Overpriced Home “The One”? Don’t Be Afraid to a Make an Offer

In a brisk market, when homes are selling at a good pace, a home that just doesn’t move is quickly stigmatized.  The available pool of buyers begins to wonder if there is something wrong with the home. Buyers will form the opinion that if the home has been on the market for an unreasonable amount of time, most certainly the buyers that have toured the home have discovered something terribly wrong with the home, and will not buy it. They think “why should we waste our time viewing the home?” So the home sits. Read more

10 Tips that May Lower Your Homeowner’s Insurance Costs

Before you close on your new home, you will need to obtain homeowners insurance.  Don’t wait until just before closing to think about what insurance company you will be hiring to insure your home, its contents, and your investment.  Take the time to read over the article below. You just may save a few bucks, and insure that you receive the best possible coverage for your home. Read more

Columbia-Tusculum – Painted Ladies From the Steamboat Era

Columbia-Tusculum, one of Cincinnati’s oldest neighborhoods, was once a steamboat manufacturing community, and the graceful old buildings and homes hint at the rich heritage of the area. In fact, the first school in Hamilton County, built in 1790, is located here. Read more

Tips for Hiring a Home Inspector

Most of us only need a home inspector a few times in our life.  If you moved here from across the country, the inspector who did a great job for you last purchase, is obviously not available to assist this time. I will be glad to provide you with names of inspectors with a good reputation in the industry, for fair and accurate reporting.  Ask your friends, co-workers, and family for referrals and recommendations.  Then take a few minutes to make a couple of calls. The decision is ultimately yours. Read more

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