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Top Selling Cincinnati Neighborhoods of 2017

January 3, 2018 by Eric Lowry

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Top Selling Cincinnati Neighborhoods of 2017

In 2017 we saw a strong real estate market despite historically low inventory levels. The following 13 neighborhoods had the most single family home sales in 2017, according to the Cincinnati MLS (Multiple Listing Service). Read on to find out which one was number one.

13. Batavia Township
Average sale price: $184,628
Average Days on Market: 47
# of Homes Sold: 336

12. Delhi Township
Average sale price: $139,079
Average Days on Market: 48
# of Homes Sold: 376

11. Mason
Average sale price: $320,274
Average Days on Market: 36
# of Homes Sold: 422

10. Fairfield
Average sale price: $161,992
Average Days on Market: 33
# of Homes Sold: 444

9. Deerfield Township
Average sale price: $314,947
Average Days on Market: 32
# of Homes Sold: 461

8. Hamilton Township
Average sale price: $244,274
Average Days on Market: 52
# of Homes Sold: 559

7. Middletown
Average sale price: $96,742
Average Days on Market: 55
# of Homes Sold: 591

6. Miami Township
Average sale price: $252,867
Average Days on Market: 42
# of Homes Sold: 679

5. Colerain Township
Average sale price: $126,350
Average Days on Market: 47
# of Homes Sold: 716

4. Hamilton
Average sale price: $95,535
Average Days on Market: 45
# of Homes Sold: 729

3. Liberty Township
Average sale price: $281,295
Average Days on Market: 46
# of Homes Sold: 746

2. Union Township
Average sale price: $188,032
Average Days on Market: 47
# of Homes Sold: 754

1. West Chester
Average sale price: $267,672
Average Days on Market: 35
# of Homes Sold: 771

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7677 Black Squirrel Trail Hamilton OH 45011

July 6, 2017 by Eric Lowry

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Just Listed in Hamilton	Under $200,000	Under $300,000
Under $400,000	Under $500,000	Condos in Hamilton

7677 Black Squirrel Trail Hamilton OH 45011

One of a kind in this neighborhood! Vaulted ceilings welcome you into this beautiful home. Custom design with spacious, open living spaces. Large kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Fully finished lower level with an additional room and full bathroom. Vaulted ceilings in master suite with attached bathroom with Whirlpool tub. Beautiful morning room walks out to deck (1 yr. Old). Open loft. One year home warranty. Don’t Wait To See This Beautiful Hamilton Home For Sale!

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For more information about this home or to schedule a private showing, please contact The Lowry Team and we will get back to you as quickly as possible. You may also reach us by calling or texting 513-592-9440.

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Cincinnati Home Buying Guide

June 24, 2017 by Eric Lowry

Finding the perfect home for you and your family can be an overwhelming task whether it’s your first purchase or your fifth purchase. Buying a home involves a lot of different aspects ranging from getting pre-approved and touring homes, to making an offer and getting through inspections. The good news is, you don’t have to get through it alone. The best way to navigate the process of buying a home is to hire a Buyer Specialist who will be your consultant and adviser.

If you’re not quite ready to speak with a Realtor just yet, you can start with reading this Cincinnati home buying guide, then start searching homes in the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) where you will find all homes that are currently listed for sale. The information is updated several times daily so you will never miss a new listing!

You may be wondering if now is a good time to buy a home…or if interest rates are projected to rise or fall. This free eGuide will answer many of your questions and likely bring up a few things you didn’t even know you should consider when buying a home.

Check it out, and feel free to get in touch if you have any questions.
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10624 Breedshill Drive Cincinnati OH 45231

May 8, 2017 by Eric Lowry

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10624 Breedshill Drive Cincinnati OH 45231

This terrific ranch home is a must see! Located on a wooded cul-de-sac lot, this home features an updated kitchen, large living room, master suite with adjoining bath, and a finished lower level. Updates include replacement windows & doors, updated bathrooms, roof, garage door openers, microwave & much more! One year home warranty included. Don’t Wait To See This Beautiful Cincinnati Home For Sale!

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10624 Breedshill Drive Cincinnati OH 45231

For more information about this home or to schedule a private showing, please contact The Lowry Team and we will get back to you as quickly as possible. You may also reach us by calling or texting 513-368-3751.

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Buying a House in the Spring

March 27, 2017 by Eric Lowry

What you need to know about buying a house this Spring

Spring is house hunting season. The months of April, May, and June are generally the busiest in real estate, and account for around 40% of all home sales for the year. If your family is considering buying a house this spring, buying sooner rather than later could lead to significant savings. Here are four things you need to know about buying a house this spring.

Inventory is Low

Currently, housing inventory is extremely low. There is a 1.6 – 2.4 months inventory of homes for sale. A 6 month inventory level is considered a balanced market. Anything under 6 months worth of inventory is considered to be an undersupply, favoring home sellers as opposed to favoring home buyers. Basically, we are experiencing an extreme sellers’ market.

Home Prices Are Rising

CoreLogic’s latest Home Price Index reports that home prices have appreciated by 6.9% over the last 12 months. The same report predicts that prices will continue to increase at a rate of 4.8% over the next year.

Since home prices are on a steady rise and are expected to continue to increase, it no longer makes sense to wait to purchase a home.

In addition, the homes in our area are selling at 98.6% of list price on average. This means that homes are selling very close to list price. Many homes in popular price ranges are actually selling at or above list price. So if you really love the house and don’t want to lose out to other buyers, you must make a very strong offer. Trying to make a low ball offer in this market is not going to work out in your favor.

Homes Are Selling Fast

Not only is there a exceptionally low supply of houses for sale, but buyer demand is very high. You will have a lot of competition for just a few houses, which means the houses are selling very fast. Homes that are in good condition and are priced right, are selling in just days. Many are selling even within just hours! So be prepared to act fast and get an offer submitted if you love the house.

When a new listing comes on the market that interests you, it’s important that you contact your Realtor immediately so that you can go see the home as soon as possible. If you wait a few days to go see it, it likely will have already sold.

Mortgage Rates Are Projected to Rise

This month the average 30-year fixed rate conventional mortgage is at 4.25%. The average on a 15-year fixed rate is at 3.63%. The interest rate on an FHA loan currently sits at 4.34%. A VA loan interest rate right now is 4.0%.

While these are fantastic interest rates, it’s important to realize that they won’t last. In fact, experts at The Mortgage Bankers Association, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac & the National Association of Realtors project that interest rates will rise over the next four quarters by at least a half a percentage point. That increase may not seem like much, but it will significantly impact your monthly mortgage payment.

What You Need To Do

Get Competitive – You need to prepare yourself to be competitive in the housing market. That means you must be prepared to make a strong offer when you find the right house, and get it submitted quickly.

In addition to making a strong offer price, you must also be prepared to provide a pre-approval letter with your offer. A pre-approval letter strengthens your offer because it shows the seller that you have the financial capability to purchase the home. So it’s imperative you choose the right lender and get pre-approved before looking at homes.

Educate Yourself –

Get your copy of this Complete Home Buying Guide. No registration, no solicitation, you just call us when you’re ready.

Schedule a Personal Home Buying Consultation. If you’re ready to discuss your real estate goals, learn about the market, and meet with a local expert to help guide you through the process, call or text us at 513-368-3751

Start Your Search – View full details and photos of all available homes for sale. Our Homes For Sale information is a direct feed from the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) and is updated several times a day so you will never miss a new listing!

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11 Moving Tips to Make Your Move Easier

March 25, 2017 by Eric Lowry

Everyone knows that moving is not easy or fun. There is so much to do and it seems like so little time to get it all done. Read on to find out our top moving tips to make your move easier.

1.Declutter! When you’re preparing for a move, it’s the perfect time to get rid of anything you don’t use or need anymore. There are plenty of places you can donate gently used clothes and items to, or you can try to make a little money selling them.

2. Stock up on lots of boxes. You can either spend money on new boxes to use, or you can hit the road and pick up some for free. Grocery stores and shoe stores generally have a lot of boxes broken down the back, and employees are often more than happy to give some to people who are moving. Another great place to stop in is your local liquor store. The boxes they have are usually really strong and have handles, which is a definite plus!

3. Pack an overnight bag. After moving all day, the last thing you want to do is search through a bunch of boxes to find your tooth brush or phone charger. Pack any toiletries, clothes, or phone chargers that you will need at the end of the day.

4. Pack a “first day” tub. Fill a clear plastic tub with the essentials you will need for your first day in your new home. This can include toilet paper, cleaning supplies, snacks, chargers, etc.

5. Put plastic wrap over your drawers so you don’t have to empty them. By doing so, you will secure the items in your drawers and protect them from getting dirty. It also saves you the time and work of having to pack the stuff up into boxes, then unpack them back into the drawers.

6. Place styrofoam plates between your glass plates to keep them from breaking in transit.

7. Leave your clothes on the hangers and just simply put a garbage pack up around the clothes in bunches. This is seriously the easiest way to move a closet full of clothes.

8. Label not just what’s in the boxes, but also what room the boxes go in. If you’re feeling ambitious you can also color code the boxes using colorful duct tape so everyone knows what boxes go where. Also, don’t forget to clearly label if a box has fragile contents.

9. Take picture on your phone of how any electronics are hooked up so you can remember where all the wires go.

10. Reserve a moving truck well in advance so you don’t end up out of luck on the day of. You can also reserve a moving pod to fill in the days leading up to your move so you’re on less of a time crunch.

Bonus Tip** Contact The Lowry Team to request a list of our preferred vendors such as professional movers, carpet cleaners, etc! With over 17 years of real estate service, we can recommend the best in the area to help you with any aspect of your home buying and moving process! 513-368-3751