As part of the resolution of the banking crisis Wells Fargo is now responsible to offer $15,000 grants to home buyers in Cincinnati. The program is called Wells Fargo NeighborhoodLIFT (Lets Invest For Tomorrow) and it is focused on middle income families. How Do I Get A $15,000 Grant for a … [Read more...]
Banks are now Demolishing Foreclosures
In an effort to reduce costs and some banks are now demolishing foreclosures. In certain cities around the country banks are donating homes to municipalities that condemn and demolish decaying houses. Improving the Housing Stock by Reducing Inventory The theory is that if you can demolish the … [Read more...]
New Cincinnati Real Estate Construction in Over The Rhine
There is positive news this week as additional construction in Over The Rhine add mixed income real estate into the Cincinnati market. While the market is down, nearly all of the units (8/11)in Phase 1 have been pre-purchased according to yesterday's newscast on wvxu. The development … [Read more...]
Move to Cincinnati for the Arts
Why Move to Cincinnati? For the Arts! The local arts scene is vibrant and there are major projects going on to support the arts throughout Cincinnati. Part of the charm of this community is its dedication to cultural development and the parProjects is a perfect example. In the Northside … [Read more...]
Cincinnati Fashion Week
Cincinnati fashion week kicks off on May 9th and runs through to May 15th. The event is part of a movement to bring fashion, retail, and philanthropy to the Midwestern. The event this spring will feature higher learning opportunities, stronger national and international talent, deeper connections … [Read more...]
Tips for buying a Condo in Cincinnati
If you are in the market for a condo, there are some critical pieces of information you should research with your real estate agent before making an offer. 1. Read Between the Lines Take a look at the minutes of the condo association board meetings to see what the building-wide challenges are. … [Read more...]
Shepard Fairey Mural and Cincinnati Property Values
Recently the artist Shepard Fairey launched an extensive art show in Cincinnati and as part of the exhibition he created murals on the sides of some buildings in and around Cincinnati. One of the murals was recently painted over because the property owner was upset by the images contained in the … [Read more...]
Cincinnati Volunteer Opportunities May 2nd
If you are looking for volunteer opportunities this May 2nd then you must look into the Cincinnati Give A Day program. There are 18 different volunteer projects taking place all over the city. They cover urban renewal projects, mural painting, volunteering for the Flying Pig, and working with the … [Read more...]
OPEN HOUSE in the Clifton SUNDAY July 12
I have a brand new listing in Clifton and am holding an open house this Sunday July 12 from 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM. 225 Hastings is a beautiful 3-story end unit town house on culdesac. It is walking distance from the many shops restaurants in Clifton. The owners enjoy 2 decks that offer fabulous city … [Read more...]
Downtown Cincinnati Streetcar News
Urban Cincy reported this morning that Mayor Mallory has selected the development company that will finance, plan, design,construct, operate and maintain Cincinnati's Modern Streetcar System. The location of the streetcar would be on the northern end of the Downtown/Over the Rhine circulator which … [Read more...]