Chris Harris, CRS, SRES

10/19/2026

More choices for buyers. Prices that are holding their ground. 📊

That’s the September story across Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. Active inventory climbed to 3,691 homes in Greater Cincinnati (+12.8% YOY) and 1,359 listings in Northern Kentucky (+14.6% YOY), while median sold prices stayed resilient at $315,000 (+3.3% YOY) and $310,000 (+0.2% YOY).

More homes available isn’t the same as a true buyer’s market. Mortgage rates crossing 7% add another layer, which makes local context more important than ever.

Read the full September Market Pulse report:
https://greatercincyhomes.com/blog/market-pulse-september-2026

10/19/2026

New Construction Homes for Sale!🏡 ❤️

Learn about new homes, schedule tours and get the inside info on any available buyer incentives before everyone else NOW! 😃

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Learn about new homes, schedule tours and get the inside info on any available buyer incentives before everyone else NOW!

10/19/2026

What if your first home isn't a house at all?

If you've been struggling to find a traditional single-family home that fits your budget, don't overlook condos.

According to Zillow, the typical starter condo costs under $200k nationally. Part of the reason they can be more affordable than a single-family home is because they’re normally smaller.

Sure, you may trade some square footage or a backyard for shared walls and an HOA fee. But you could also get a lower purchase price, great amenities, and less maintenance to handle yourself.

And if that means getting your own set of keys sooner, it could be an option worth exploring.

Your first home doesn't have to check every box you originally imagined. It just needs to be the right fit for your life and your budget right now.

Let's look at what's available in our area and see if a condo could be your way into homeownership.

10/19/2026

ATTN Home Buyers! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👧

FREE REPORT: Down Payment Assistance for Local Homebuyers! 🏡

How to Buy Your Home for Less Money Out of Pocket. 💰

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Learn how to qualify for downpayment assistance from available government and financial programs!

10/18/2026

Homes Are Still Selling – Even in a Slower Market

Don't let a headline about slowing home sales convince you no one is buying. Homes are still selling every minute of every day.

If you need or want to move, let's talk about what it'll take to make sure yours is one of them.

If you’ve seen headlines saying home sales are slowing down, you may be wondering: is this really a good time to sell?

10/17/2026

The Biggest Credit Hurdle for Renters Who Want To Buy

The credit landscape is changing, but action is required on your part. You have to take credit for what you do. And the sooner you get started, the better.

Ready to see where you stand? A quick conversation with a loan officer costs you nothing and could show you you're closer to owning a home than you think.

What's the biggest payment you make every month? If you’re a renter, it's probably your rent.

10/16/2026

Hoping mortgage rates will come down soon? The latest inflation report just made that outlook a little more complicated.

Inflation climbed to 3.7% in September, higher than economists expected. And while rising gas prices were a big driver, costs increased across several other categories too.

Why does that matter for housing? Because stubborn inflation makes it harder for the Fed to justify lowering their Federal Funds Rate. It could even increase the chances of another hike.

Now, the Fed doesn't directly control mortgage rates. But inflation and Fed expectations influence them, which means there's no guarantee mortgage rates will move lower anytime soon.

If you're planning to buy or sell, don't let a hoped-for rate drop be the only thing driving your timeline.

Let's look at what today's market means for your move and build a plan around the numbers you can actually work with.

10/15/2026

🎨 A Harper Art Weekend is coming to Cincinnati.

Two of our best museums open back-to-back retrospectives this weekend: The Art of Charley Harper at the Cincinnati Art Museum, and Edie McKee Harper: Modernist at Play at the Taft Museum of Art. Charley and Edie met as art students here and built two distinct, beloved careers, so seeing both shows together is a real treat.

There's plenty more around the region too: Panda Fest on the riverfront, the Hell Is Real Derby at TQL Stadium, candlelit history in Burlington, and the final fall markets of the season.

Full weekend guide here 👇
https://greatercincyhomes.com/blog/this-weekend-cincinnati-october-16-2026

10/15/2026

Want to move but don’t want to give up your current low rate? This is for you.
Data shows homeowners with a mortgage have an average of $310K in equity right now.

And that means if you've been putting off a move because you don't want to give up the mortgage rate you locked in a few years ago, your equity could help.

You could use it toward a bigger down payment and borrow less at today's rates.

Or, if you're downsizing, you might even be able to buy your next home in cash. No mortgage. No worrying about today’s rates.

Want to know how much equity you have and what it makes possible for you? DM me, and I'll help you find out.

10/14/2026

Why There are More Homes for Sale Right Now (and What It Means for You)

In many places right now, inventory is growing and homes are taking a bit longer to sell. And that’s information that should shape the strategy you use going in.

Whether you're buying or selling, let's look at how long homes are taking to sell in your neighborhood, so your offer, or your price, fits today's market.

Mortgage rates being back above 7% isn't exactly the news most people wanted. But it’s changing the market in ways that matter whether you’re buying or selling.