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April 2023 Local Home Sales Report: Cincinnati, Ohio; Northern Kentucky; Southeastern Indiana; and Dayton/Springfield, Ohio

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April 2023 home sales report

Inventory of homes for sale remains low. It may be a great time for you to sell now and take advantage high home values. Here is a report by region of homes sales throughout April 2023:

CINCINNATI OHIO / SOUTHEASTERN INDIANA

April 2023 vs April 2022

-28.5 Decrease in homes sold (1,379 homes)
9.1% Increase in median sale price ($279,900)
-23.3% Decrease in sales volume ($455,868,069)
16.1% Increase in active homes for sale (1,287 units)
-17.3% Decrease in new listings (1,778 units)
Median days on market: 3

January–April 2023 vs January–April 2022

-24.5% Decrease in homes sold (4,860 vs 6.433 homes)
5.4% Increase in median sale price ($259,900 vs $246,500)
-19.9 Decrease in sales volume ($1,521,789,663 vs $1,899,999,142)

Statistics courtesy of Realtors Alliance of Greater Cincinnati April 2023 Home Sales Report

DAYTON AND SPRINGFIELD OHIO

April 2023 vs April 2022

-16.54% Decrease in homes sold (1,095 homes vs 1,754 homes)
3.10% Increase in average sale price ($253,042 vs $245,429)
3.77% Increase in median sale price ($220,000 vs $212,000)
-13.95% Decrease in sales volume ($277,080,782 vs $322,003,295)

January–April 2023 vs January–April 2022

-15.89% Decrease in homes sold (3,892 homes vs 4,627 homes)
5.74 Increase in average sale price ($241,007 vs $227,923)
7.95% Increase in median sale price ($205,000 vs $189,900)
-11.06 Decrease in sales volume ($937,997,412 vs $1,054,599,074)

Statistics courtesy of Dayton Realtors’ April 2023 Home Sales Report

NORTHERN KENTUCKY

April 2023 vs April 2022

-15% Decrease in homes sold (473 homes vs 559 homes)
6% Increase in median sale price ($265,000 vs $240,000)
-15% Decrease in sales volume ($139,600,000 vs $164,100,000)
-28% Decrease in new listings (582 vs 881)
Average days on market: 29 (vs 21 in 2022)

Statistics courtesy of N Kentucky Association of Realtors®

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March 2023 Home Sales Report: Cincinnati; Northern Kentucky; Southeastern Indiana; and Dayton/Springfield, Ohio

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March 2023 local home sales report

Inventory of homes for sale remains low. It may be a great time for you to sell now and take advantage high home values. Here is a report by region of homes sales throughout March 2023:

CINCINNATI OHIO / SOUTHEASTERN INDIANA

March 2023 vs March 2022

-15.2% Decrease in homes sold (1,504 homes)
3.0% Increase in median sale price ($258,500)
-12.5% Decrease in sales volume ($4,66,527,919)
33.5% Increase in active homes for sale (1,315 units)
-19.3% Decrease in new listings (1,860 units)
Median days on market: 3

January–March 2023 vs January–March 2022

-22.9% Decrease in homes sold (3,473 vs 4,505 homes)
3.3% Increase in median sale price ($250,000 vs $242,000)
-18.5 Decrease in sales volume ($1,063,845,244 vs $1,305,566,731)

Statistics courtesy of Realtors Alliance of Greater Cincinnati March 2023 Home Sales Report

DAYTON AND SPRINGFIELD OHIO

March 2023 vs March 2022

-10.63% Decrease in homes sold (1,135 homes vs 1,270 homes)
6.53% Increase in average sale price ($246,564 vs $231,464)
8.18% Increase in median sale price ($205,000 vs $189,500)
-4.80% Decrease in sales volume ($279,850,529 vs $293,959,452)

January–March 2023 vs January–March 2022

-10.13% Decrease in homes sold (3,529 homes vs 3,927 homes)
6.51% Increase in average sale price ($235,457 vs $221,057)
8.79% Increase in median sale price ($198,000 vs $182,000)
-9.46% Decrease in sales volume ($660,457,666 vs $729,487,879)

Statistics courtesy of Dayton Realtors’ March 2023 Home Sales Report

NORTHERN KENTUCKY

March 2023 vs March 2022

-18% Decrease in homes sold (509 homes vs 608 homes)
6% Increase in median sale price ($261,000 vs $244,900)
-11% Decrease in sales volume ($154,900,000 vs $172,600,000)
-10% Decrease in new listings (696 vs 772)
Average days on market: 36 (vs 25 in 2022)

Statistics courtesy of N Kentucky Association of Realtors®

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Tips To Help Sell Your Home Fast

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Tips to get your home sold

Selling a home is a big deal. Your goal is get it sold fast to move on with your life. Here are some tips to help:

  • Pricing Strategy
    By pricing your home correctly from the start, you will attract the most buyers and not become “an old listing” with a lowered price later. 
  • Stage it to Look Fabulous to Home Buyers
    Make your home appealing to as many potential buyers as possible by neutralizing non-traditional colors, showcasing furniture in an appealing way and de-cluttering and de-personalizing your home. 
  • Store Clutter and Depersonalize
    A large part of the staging process is de-cluttering your home so the buyer can see the potential of their furniture in your home. Your goal is to have half-empty, tidy closets. Remove family photos and other personal items. You want the buyer to look at the rooms – not your belongings and collections. Think “minimalism”. 
  • Empty Home?
    If you have no furniture, you may want to consider having a few rooms professionally staged. The power of staging is the buyers can see how their furniture will look in your home.
  • Repair Things
    Knock out all of the minor repairs like touch-up painting or repairing the weather stripping. You want your home to look in great shape.
  • Let in the Light
    Make your homes as light filled as possible. Open curtains and shades to let in natural light. 
  • Great Photos on the Internet
    Your first open house will actually be on the Internet. Interested buyers view homes first online before seeing the home in person. Photos of your home should be professionally shot, showcasing its finest features. (Note: Your Sibcy Cline Agent will use the services of our team of Sibcy Cline Professional Photographers who shoot as many photos as needed of your home.)
  • Hide Your Animals
    Your pets need to be incognito during the selling process. Not every one is a dog or cat lover.
  • Add Curb Appeal
    The first impression of your home will be the front yard! Make sure your home’s exterior looks welcoming. Clear dead leaves. Pressure wash the walkways. 
  • Use a Sibcy Cline Agent
    Your local agent knows the appeal of the area and the condition of the current real estate market.
  • Be Ready For Showings
    You need to be prepared for showing appointments at all times. This is a really difficult part of the selling process. Beds need to be made up neatly, there should be no garbage, dirty dishes or laundry for public view and the bathrooms and kitchen need to be spotless. Your home needs to be clean and welcoming at all times.

February Home Sales Report: Cincinnati; Northern Kentucky; Dayton and Springfield, Ohio; and Southeastern Indiana

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February 2023 home sales report

Inventory of homes for sale remains low. It may be a great time for you to sell now and take advantage high home values. Here is a report by region of homes sales throughout February 2023:

CINCINNATI OHIO / SOUTHEASTERN INDIANA

February 2023 vs February 2022

-24.8% Decrease in homes sold (896 homes)
6% Increase in median sale price ($252,250 vs $233,000)
-17.4 Decrease in sales volume ($286,336,042)
26.3% Increase in active homes for sale (1,041 units)
-16.1% Decrease in new listings (1,132 units)
Median days on market: 4

January–February 2023 vs January –February 2022

-27.7% Decrease in homes sold (1,710 vs 2,364 homes)
4.2% Increase in median sale price ($242,750 vs $233,000)
-22.4 Decrease in sales volume ($519,829,377 vs $669,538,048)

Statistics courtesy of Realtors Alliance of Greater Cincinnati February 2023 Home Sales Report

DAYTON AND SPRINGFIELD OHIO

February 2023 vs February 2022

-8.17% Decrease in homes sold (899 homes vs 979 homes)
6.36% Increase in average sale price ($230,470 vs $216,696)
8.46% Increase in median sale price ($196,101 vs $180,800)
-2.33% Decrease in sales volume ($207,192,968 vs $212,145,097)

January–February 2023 vs January–February 2022

-18.97% Decrease in homes sold (1,636 homes vs 2,019 homes)
6.71% Increase in average sale price ($228,610 vs $214,235)
9.80% Increase in median sale price ($193,250 vs $176,000)
-13.53% Decrease in sales volume ($374,005,481 vs $432,541,127)

Statistics courtesy of Dayton Realtor February 2023 Home Sales Report

NORTHERN KENTUCKY

February 2023 vs February 2022

-10% Decrease in homes sold (395 homes vs 437 homes)
4% Increase in median sale price ($245,000 vs $235,000)
-10% Decrease in sales volume ($108,600,000 vs $120,300,000)
Average days on market: 39 (vs 20 in 2022)

Statistics courtesy of N Kentucky Association of Realtors®

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Mike Wagner Named President of Sibcy Cline Relocation Services

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Mike Wagner President of SIbcy Cline Relocation Services

Mike Wagner has been named president of Sibcy Cline Relocation Services. As the former owner of RAL Inspection Services, (a provider of relocation and trust inspections throughout North America) for over 20 years, he has long-standing relationships in the industry and broad experience in every aspect of the corporate relocation process.

With over two decades of relocation experience, Mike holds the Certified Relocation Professional (CRP) designation. He has been honored with a “Meritorious Service” award from Worldwide ERC, an organization focused upon global corporate relocation needs.

In 2020, Mike was tapped to serve as the national president of the American Society of Home Inspectors, an association with over 5,000 members. He was also a trustee for the ASHI Foundation and received the President’s Award for outstanding service to his profession.

Throughout his career, Mike has appreciated opportunities to learn from and work with outstanding leaders while serving on various relocation advisory boards and committees. He has authored several articles and is a frequent speaker for the relocation and inspection professions.

Selling Your Home? Paint Tips to Help Get Your Home Ready!

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Tips on painting rooms in your home

Getting your home “market ready” is an important step to make it stand out among other available homes for sale. Here are painting tips to make your home look its best:

Touch Ups
Take a tour of your home and make note of the walls and trim areas that need to be touched up inside and out. A few neglected spots might be a signal to potential buyers that the home is not well maintained.

Are Your Colors Neutral?
If your painted walls are in good condition, you will also need to access whether the color is appealing to the masses. Although you may have enjoyed an expressive color, the person moving into your home may not. It is best to neutralize those “avant-garde” colors. A DIY repainted room usually costs under $100.

Exterior Paint
Go conservative with color. White and neutral colors are the safest choices as these colors will appeal to the largest number of buyers. Make a buyer’s first impression positive!

Select Your Paint Carefully
A high-quality acrylic latex paint can last for 10+ years and offers prospective buyers a “no maintenance” situation when moving into your home. Less work for them might mean a faster sale for you.

Prepare and Know Your Surface
Taking the time to properly preparing your surface before painting will result in a quality finish and thus impress buyers. Make sure you understand what type of paint your surface requires before you paint!

If DIY is not your thing, contact Sibcy Cline Home Services. They can recommend local painters to help you out.

August 2022 Local Home Sales Report: Cincinnati; Northern Kentucky; Southeastern Indiana; Dayton and Springfield, Ohio

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Inventory of homes for sale remains low. It may be a great time for you to sell now and take advantage high home values. Here is a report by region of homes sales throughout August 2022:

CINCINNATI OHIO / SOUTHEASTERN INDIANA

August 2022 vs August 2021

-17.2% Decrease in homes sold (1,762 homes)
8% Increase in median sale price ($270,000)
-10.7% Decrease in sales volume ($571,214,486)
.2% Increase in active homes for sale (1,607 units)
-17.2% Decrease in new listings (1,985 units)
Median days on market: 5

Year To Date 2022 vs Year To Date 2021

-7.3% Decrease in homes sold (13,096 homes vs 14,132 homes)
8.3% Increase in median sale price ($260,000 vs $240,000 )
.3% Increase in sales volume ($4,160,652,936 vs $4,149,745,872)

Statistics courtesy of Cincinnati Area Board of Realtors August 2022 Home Sales Report

DAYTON AND SPRINGFIELD OHIO

August 2022 vs August 2021

.31% Increase in homes sold (1,614 homes vs 1,609 homes)
9.62% Increase in average sale price ($246,211 vs $224,602)
10.56% Increase in median sale price ($209,950 vs $189,900)
9.96% Increase in gross sales volume ($397,385,148 vs $361,384,114

Year To Date 2022 vs Year To Date 2021
-2.30% Decrease in homes sold (13,525 homes vs 13,844 homes)
11.15% Increase in average sale price ($242,484 vs $218,169)
10.81% Increase in median sale price ($205,000 vs $185,000)
8.33% Increase in gross sales volume ($2,678,719,683 vs $2,472,725,989)

Statistics courtesy of Dayton Realtors August 2022 Home Sales Report

NORTHERN KENTUCKY

August 2022 vs August 2021

-6.36% Decrease in homes sold (677 homes vs 723 homes)
5.24% Increase in average sale price ($287,383 vs $273,078)
4.17% Increase in median sale price ($250,000 vs $240,000)
-1.46% Decrease in sales volume ($194,558,532 vs $197,435,643)

Year-To-Date 2022 vs Year-To-Date 2021

-8.09 Decrease in homes sold (4,748 homes vs 5,166 homes)
11.61% Increase in average sale price ($289,254 vs $259,164)
10.13% Increase in median sale price ($250,000 vs $227,000)
2.58% Increase in sales volume ($1,373,305 vs $1,338,844,159)

Statistics courtesy of N Kentucky Association of Realtors®

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July Home Sales Report: Cincinnati; Northern Kentucky; Southeast Indiana; and Dayton and Springfield, Ohio

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July 2022 Home Sales

Inventory of homes for sale remains low. It may be a great time for you to sell now and take advantage high home values. Here is a report by region of homes sales throughout July 2022:

CINCINNATI OHIO / SOUTHEASTERN INDIANA

July 2022 vs July 2021

-13.3% Decrease in homes sold (1,725 homes)
5.5% Increase in median sale price ($267,000)
-9.8% Decrease in sales volume ($562,650,666)
3.1% Increase in active homes for sale (1,611 units)
-15.3% Increase in new listings (2,083 units)
Median days on market: 4

Year To Date 2022 vs Year To Date 2021

-5.8% Decrease in homes sold (11,310 homes vs 12,004 homes)
8.3% Increase in median sale price ($260,00 vs $240,000 )
2% Increase in sales volume ($3,581,389,301 vs $3,510,390,312)

Statistics courtesy of Cincinnati Area Board of Realtors July2022 Home Sales Report

DAYTON AND SPRINGFIELD OHIO

July 2022 vs July 2021

-9.35% Decrease in homes sold (1,551 homes vs 1,711 homes)
11.19% Increase in average sale price ($250,226 vs $225,004)
17.63% Increase in median sale price ($223,500 vs $190,000)
.79% Increase in gross sales volume ($388,099,861 vs $385,050,902)

Year To Date 2022 vs Year To Date 2021
-3.19% Decrease in homes sold (9,395 homes vs 9,705 homes)
11.57% Increase in average sale price ($242,250 vs $217,121)
10.81% Increase in median sale price ($205,000 vs $185,000)
8.01% Increase in gross sales volume ($2,275,943,219 vs $2,107,163,291)

Statistics courtesy of Dayton Realtors July 2022 Home Sales Report

NORTHERN KENTUCKY

July 2022 vs July 2021

-14.17% Decrease in homes sold (636 homes vs 741 homes)
14.31% Increase in average sale price ($304,801 vs $266,655)
14.78% Increase in median sale price ($264,000 vs $230,000)
-1.89% Decrease in sales volume ($193,853,609 vs $197,592,008)

Year-To-Date 2022 vs Year-To-Date 2021

-8.96% Decrease in homes sold (4,044 homes vs 4,442 homes)
12.79% Increase in average sale price ($289,774 vs $256,917)
11.11% Increase in median sale price ($250,000 vs $225,000)
2.68% Increase in sales volume ($1,171,84,763 vs $1,141,228,516)

Statistics courtesy of N Kentucky Association of Realtors®

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June 2022 Local Home Sales Report: Cincinnati; N Kentucky; SE Indiana; Dayton and Springfield, Ohio

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Sibcy Cline June 2022 Home Sales Report

Inventory of homes for sale remains low. It may be a great time for you to sell now and take advantage high home values. Here is a report by region of homes sales throughout June 2022:

CINCINNATI OHIO / SOUTHEASTERN INDIANA

June 2022 vs June 2021

-10.6% Decrease in homes sold (2,558 homes)
7.8% Increase in median sale price ($275,000)
-1.2% Decrease in sales volume ($849,693,877)
36.2% Increase in active homes for sale (2,146 units)
2.0% Increase in new listings (3,241 units)
Median days on market: 3

Year To Date 2022 vs Year To Date 2021

-3.4% Decrease in homes sold (12,369 homes vs 12,804 homes)
8.7% Increase in median sale price ($250,000 vs $230,000 )
5.5% Increase in sales volume ($3,737,924,593 vs $3,541,485,810)

Statistics courtesy of Cincinnati Area Board of Realtors June 2022 Home Sales Report

DAYTON AND SPRINGFIELD OHIO

June 2022 vs June 2021

-7.80% Decrease in homes sold (1,596 homes vs 1,731 homes)
8.56% Increase in average sale price ($256,349 vs $236,140)
7.68% Increase in median sale price ($220,745 vs $205,000)
.09% Increase in gross sales volume ($409,132,881 vs $408,759,125)

Year To Date 2022 vs Year To Date 2021
-2.05% Decrease in homes sold (7,801 homes vs 7,964 homes)
11.68% Increase in average sale price ($240,702 vs $215,531)
10.19% Increase in median sale price ($201,900 vs $183,225)
9.39% Increase in gross sales volume ($1,877,719,710 vs $1,716,486,488)

Statistics courtesy of Dayton Realtors June 2022 Home Sales Report

NORTHERN KENTUCKY

June 2022 vs June 2021

-10.86% Decrease in homes sold (665 homes vs 746 homes)
4.18% Increase in average sale price ($291,848 vs $280,143)
2.77% Increase in median sale price ($259,500 vs $252,500)
-7.13% Decrease in sales volume ($194,079,543 vs $208,986,930)

Year-To-Date 2022 vs Year-To-Date 2021

-8.65% Decrease in homes sold (3,381 homes vs 3,701 homes)
12.68% Increase in average sale price ($287,291 vs $254,967)
9.60% Increase in median sale price ($246,500 vs $224,900)
2.94% Increase in sales volume ($971,332,455 vs $943,636,508)

Statistics courtesy of N Kentucky Association of Realtors®

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Sibcy Cline Announces New Leadership Roles

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At the heart of all great moves Sibcy Cline

There is exciting news happening at Sibcy Cline Realtors with new leadership roles.

Rob Streicher Sibcy Cline


Rob Streicher – New Senior Vice President of Branch Growth and Development
Rob Streicher has been named the Senior Vice President of Branch Growth and Development at Sibcy Cline. Says Robin Sibcy Sheakley, president of Sibcy Cline, “We are looking forward to learning and growing from Rob’s leadership and experience!”

Rob’s career with the company began in 2002 as a sales agent following 19 years in managing training and support departments at Cincinnati Milacron. His success in both re-sale homes and new construction led to his promotion to sales manager of the Lakota Beckett office in 2010. He later become manager of the West Chester location in 2013.

Rob’s passion for helping others is evident in the fact he was a real estate instructor for Hondros for many years. He has also led the “Exam Cram” class for the past 12 years, encouraging prospective real estate agents to pass state examinations.

Rob is looking forward to coaching Sibcy Cline agents and managers. He says, “I am a very positive person and love working with our agents, clients and managers. I am excited about this new position to share ideas and best practices! I know our company’s dynamics and cannot wait to help our agents and managers grow their business.”

Rob’s new position will replace that of Bob Mahoney, General Sales Manager, who retired from his current position and transitioned to sales on June 30, 2022. Rob says, “I cannot replace Bob. He has been an amazing manager throughout the decades and I have the upmost respect for his work. I do promise to work hard, be a good listener with great follow through and share good ideas.”

Jay Buten Sibcy Cline Mortgage Services


Jay Buten – New President of Sibcy Cline Mortgage Services
Jay became part of the Sibcy Cline team in June 2021 as Vice President. His background includes 30 years of mortgage and banking experience with Fifth Third Bank. Says Robin, “Jay has been an incredible addition to our leadership team. He has taken the lead to train and promote Sibcy Cline and its various buying and selling support options.” In his new role as President of Sibcy Cline Mortgage Services, he will guide the company’s loan officers to provide the best mortgage service and programs.

Says Jay, “I have spent virtually my entire career supporting talented professionals using modern techniques and traditional values. The mortgage industry is full of new programs and ways to help our clients buy and sell homes. I look forward to supporting and coaching to provide the possible best service.”

Jay is replacing Pat Kuether who is retiring on June 30, 2022. He says, “Pat has been the captain of the Sibcy Cline Mortgage ship for over 38 years. What a track record she has during that time! I am honored to follow in her footsteps!”