Does your home have a little piece of Cincinnati history inside? If you live in Cincinnati, chances are good that you or your neighbors’s home just might! Here in Mt. Lookout, Hyde Park and Oakley, almost every other home built in the early 20th century houses a work of art: Rookwood Pottery! You’ve seen it a million times; shopping for a new home, visiting friends, or at a party, a fireplace adorned with beautiful Rookwood tile would likely stand out, and be given attention. This home in Mt. Lookout showcases its fireplace in the Living Room as the center of attention. This warm,... [more...]

I hear this question from 75% of my customers whenever I suggest a second mortgage. This stereotype is often communicated because of phrases like, I had to take out a second mortgage on my house in order to pay for this! But contrary to popular belief, a second mortgage is a creative mortgage planning tool that is usually reserved for only the most credit-worthy customers. As such, a second mortgage is often the most cost-effective method to finance a down payment, to avoid costly private mortgage insurance, or to make other large purchases. By dividing up a mortgage loan into two components,... [more...]

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