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Should You Sell Your House As-Is or Make Repairs?

A recent study by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) reveals that most sellers (61%) complete at least minor repairs before selling their homes. However, life doesn’t always allow for those updates, which is why 39% of sellers opt to sell their houses as-is instead (see chart below): If you’re feeling overwhelmed because you lack […]
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Investors Are Not Buying Up All the Homes

Some Highlights There’s a misconception Wall Street is buying all the homes on the market. But data proves that isn’t true. Experts agree the share of homes bought by investors is declining – and most are smaller investors, like your neighbor who owns a second home, not Wall Street. No matter what you’ve heard, the majority of homes are still being purchased […]
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Control the Controllables If You’re Worried About Mortgage Rates

Chances are you’re hearing a lot about mortgage rates right now, and all you really want to hear is that they’re coming back down. And if you’ve seen headlines about the early November Federal Funds Rate cut by the Federal Reserve (The Fed), maybe you got hopeful mortgage rates would start to decline right away. Although some […]
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Why Today’s Mortgage Debt Isn’t a Sign of a Housing Market Crash

Why We’re Not Heading Toward a Foreclosure Crisis The real estate market in Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, and Southeast Indiana is thriving, with strong fundamentals that set it apart from the 2008 housing crisis. One major factor is the unprecedented level of equity homeowners have today. Unlike the last housing bubble, when many owed more […]

Hire A Professional Should You Sell Your House As-Is or Make Repairs? A recent study by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) reveals that most sellers (61%) complete at least minor repairs before selling their homes. However, life doesn’t always allow for those updates, which is why 39% of sellers opt to sell their houses as-is instead (see chart below): If you’re feeling overwhelmed because you lack […]

Hire A Professional Investors Are Not Buying Up All the Homes Some Highlights There’s a misconception Wall Street is buying all the homes on the market. But data proves that isn’t true. Experts agree the share of homes bought by investors is declining – and most are smaller investors, like your neighbor who owns a second home, not Wall Street. No matter what you’ve heard, the majority of homes are still being purchased […]

Hire A Professional Control the Controllables If You’re Worried About Mortgage Rates Chances are you’re hearing a lot about mortgage rates right now, and all you really want to hear is that they’re coming back down. And if you’ve seen headlines about the early November Federal Funds Rate cut by the Federal Reserve (The Fed), maybe you got hopeful mortgage rates would start to decline right away. Although some […]

Hire A Professional Why Today’s Mortgage Debt Isn’t a Sign of a Housing Market Crash Why We’re Not Heading Toward a Foreclosure Crisis The real estate market in Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, and Southeast Indiana is thriving, with strong fundamentals that set it apart from the 2008 housing crisis. One major factor is the unprecedented level of equity homeowners have today. Unlike the last housing bubble, when many owed more […]

Hire A Professional How To Get Your House Ready To Sell in 2025 Some Highlights If you’re planning to list your house in 2025, it’s already time to start working on any repairs. But where do you start? Your local agent will be able to help you prioritize projects that will help you get the best return on your investment and appeal to what today’s buyers really want. If your goal […]

Hire A Professional What’s Behind Today’s Mortgage Rate Volatility? What’s Behind the Roller Coaster of Mortgage Rates? Insights for Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, and Southeast Indiana If you’ve been following mortgage rates recently, it probably feels like a roller coaster ride. One day rates are climbing, and the next they dip slightly. So, what’s causing all this movement? Let’s explore some major factors driving […]

Hire A Professional Don’t Let These Two Concerns Hold You Back from Selling Your House ### Ready to Sell Your Home? Here’s What You Need to Know If you’re considering selling your home in **Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, or Southeast Indiana**, you might feel uncertain about whether now is the right time. Questions like, *”Is moving a good idea in today’s market?”* or *”Will I find a home I love?”* […]

Hire A Professional Expect the Unexpected: Anticipating Volatility in Today’s Housing Market **Navigating the Current Real Estate Market in Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, and Southeast Indiana** If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home, you’ve probably noticed that the housing market feels a bit unpredictable. From home prices to mortgage rates, the market is experiencing some volatility, and it’s crucial to understand the driving forces behind […]

Hire A Professional Q&A: How Do Presidential Elections Impact the Housing Market? Some Highlights Even if you’re not looking to move right away, you may have questions about how the election will impact the housing market. When we look at historical trends, combined with what’s happening right now, we can find your answers. Based on historical data, mortgage rates decrease in the months before and home prices and sales increase the year after the election. […]

Hire A Professional Why Today’s Foreclosure Numbers Won’t Trigger a Crash With everything feeling more expensive these days, it’s natural to worry about how rising costs might impact the housing market. Many homeowners and potential buyers are concerned that high prices and tighter budgets could lead to more people falling behind on their mortgage payments, causing a wave of foreclosures. For those looking to buy homes […]

Hire A Professional What To Expect from Mortgage Rates and Home Prices in 2025 Curious about the future of the housing market in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky as we approach 2025? Real estate experts are offering some encouraging forecasts that could impact your decisions, especially regarding mortgage rates and home prices in these regions. Whether you’re considering buying or selling a home in the Cincinnati or Northern Kentucky markets, […]

Hire A Professional Two Reasons Why the Housing Market Won’t Crash Amidst recent chatter about the economy and concerns about a potential recession, many are wondering if a housing market crash is on the horizon, especially in the Cincinnati and northern Kentucky real estate markets. It’s natural to be concerned, but rest assured—the current housing market is not poised for a crash. Real estate journalist Michele […]

Hire A Professional Home Values Rise Even as Median Prices Fall The real estate market in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky has seen headlines recently about the median asking price of homes dropping compared to last year, leading to confusion for both buyers and sellers. Many assume this means home prices are declining, but the reality is more complex, and understanding the local market trends is key. […]

Hire A Professional Don’t Fall for These Real Estate Agent Myths When it’s time to buy or sell a home, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is who you’ll work with as your agent. That choice will have an impact on your entire experience and how smoothly it goes. As you figure out who you’ll partner with, it’s important to know what to expect and what to look for. […]

Hire A Professional The Latest Builder Trend: Smaller, Less Expensive Homes Even though affordability is improving, buying a home can still feel tough right now. But here’s some good news: builders are focusing their efforts on building smaller homes, and they’re offering key incentives to buyers. And both of these things can be a big help if you’re worried about finding a home that’s right for your budget. […]

Hire A Professional Mortgage Rates Drop to Lowest Level in over a Year and a Half Mortgage rates have hit their lowest point in over a year and a half. And that’s big news if you’ve been sitting on the homebuying sidelines waiting for this moment. Even a small decline in rates could help you get a better monthly payment than you would expect on your next home. And the drop that’s […]

Hire A Professional How the Federal Reserve’s Next Move Could Impact the Housing Market Now that it’s September, all eyes are on the Federal Reserve (the Fed). The overwhelming expectation is that they’ll cut the Federal Funds Rate at their upcoming meeting, driven primarily by recent signs that inflation is cooling, and the job market is slowing down. Mark Zandi, Chief Economist at Moody’s Analytics, said: “They’re ready to cut, just as long as we […]

Hire A Professional Could a 55+ Community Be Right for You? If you’re thinking about downsizing, you may be hearing about 55+ communities and wondering if they’d be a good fit for you. Here’s some information that could help you make your decision. What Is a 55+ Community? It’s important to note that these communities aren’t just for people who need extra support – they can be […]

Hire A Professional 2025 Housing Market Forecasts: What To Expect Looking ahead to 2025, it’s important to know what experts are projecting for the housing market. And whether you’re thinking of buying or selling a home next year, having a clear picture of what they’re calling for can help you make the best possible decision for your homeownership plans. Here’s an early look at the most recent projections on mortgage […]

Hire A Professional What’s the Impact of Presidential Elections on the Housing Market? It’s no surprise that the upcoming Presidential election might have you speculating about what’s ahead. And those unanswered thoughts can quickly spiral, causing fear and uncertainty to swirl through your mind. So, if you’ve been considering buying or selling a home this year, you’re probably curious about what the election might mean for the housing market – and if it’s still […]