The New York Times has featured Cincinnati in their travel section: 36 Hours in Cincinnati. Check out the link below to read the whole article, but here’s a list of what the New York Travel Experts think visitors should check out with 36 hours to spend in Cincinnati. Visit Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum to drink in the tranquility and check out the amazing plant collection. Head to the hip Northside district to visit Shake It Records and enjoy a meal at Melt. Then it’s off to the Northside Tavern to hear local bands and have a pint of Christian Morlein or visit the Comet bar. Take... [more...]

My husband and I were interested in seeing the Carmelle Homearama site in person, so in between checking out Nisbit Brower’s Showroom for kitchen remodel ideas, and lunch at El Pueblo’s we headed to check it out. Surprisingly, there was already a fairly well-established Carmelle neighborhood. All of the builder model homes were in a cul-de-sac immediately upon entering the subdivision. My husband’s anticipation was building as we crept towards the back, where the Homearama homes were being constructed. However, after arriving to witness the grand construction project, we witnessed... [more...]

Now that summer’s in full swing and you’re enjoying weekend cook-outs, it’s important to remember to keep your home safe from your grill. Here’s some tips to avoid fires and other dangers this summer and into the fall. Positioning the Grill Position your grill a minimum of five feet away from the house and any flammable objects in your yard. Make sure your grill is stable and on level ground, so there is no risk of it toppling over. Grills or stoves should be situated far enough from the windows and doors so that smoke from cooking will not waft inside. Burning charcoal... [more...]

A few weeks ago we talked about new government regulations for lenders and appraisers. This makes the loan approval process TAKE LONGER. Sharon Natarus over at Wells Fargo shared a few tips with me to pass along. These things are important to keep in mind when you are preparing to buy a home and apply for a loan. Obtain a credit-checked preapproval before you start to shop for a home. It is wise to plan for at least a 30-day close. In the initial disclosure packet you receive, the impacts of the new regulations and investor requirements are outlined. Make sure to pose any questions to your home... [more...]

You may have heard that color can affect your mood. That some colors are calming and others energizing. Choose colors that you like that help create the mood you want in each room of your home. Don’t worry as much about trends, but instead think about how colors make you feel. Colors can be active, passive or neutral. And, as you probably know, light colors can make a room feel bigger, while darker colors can feel cozy. RED: Red raises energy levels. You may enjoy red in a dining room or living room to stimulate conversation and togetherness. Red can create strong impressions in an entry... [more...]

Which school would be right for your child? Cincinnati has a wide variety of education choices, and there are many resources available to help you decide. Cincinnati Public schools has neighborhood schools and magnet schools. The private options include religious and secular institutions. This is true for children of all ages and skills. Cincinnati Public offers magnet schools like School for the Creative and Performing Arts, whose alums include Sarah Jessica Parker and Nick Lachey. Summit Country Day school, a private Catholic institution, graduated such notables as Kathleen Sebelius, US Health... [more...]

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