Memorial Day Weekend Events:  Taste of Cincinnati May 24 - 26 2014 It's almost time for Cincinnati's most popular Memorial Day Weekend event:  Taste of Cincinnati!! Taste of Cincinnati is THE longest running culinary arts festival in the country.  Starting as a 1 day event in 1979, Taste has expanded to 3 days and over 500,000 visitors!  And yes, there's an app for Taste of Cincinnati, so visit the link above to download your iPhone or Droid app! And the reason for the popularity is pretty apparent!  With over 40 restaurants featuring hundreds of dishes and lots of live entertainment acts performing on multiple stages, you're going to have PLENTY of food and entertainment!  And there will be other activities mixed in while you wait to have room for one more forkful of great food!    Ea... 05/14/2014

Cincinnati real estate could rise dramaticallyOne of the biggest factors that will ever impact Cincinnati real estate (or any market for that matter) is that region’s job market. Employment (or unemployment) can largely determine a real estate markets growth or decline. The Queen City’s unemployment rate is happily about one percent less than the nation’s average according to bestplaces.net, which also projects that Cincy’s job growth, will be about two percent slower than the rest of the U.S., however, they may have to retract those projections if the following comes to pass.Cincinnati Real Estate Falls in Potential Manufacturing DesignationWhile homes for sale in Cincinnati continue to enjoy some slow but steady healing in terms of price and desirability, one event that could set the ... 05/05/2014

Condos for Sale in Cincinnati's Over the Rhine Over the Rhine is one of Cincinnati's hottest new areas due to the revitalization and revamping of the urban landscape. Individuals who love the night life and urban living are flocking to Over the Rhine in search of condos and lofts for sale. Click the photo below to see Condos and Lofts for Sale in Cincinnati's Over the Rhine. 03/11/2014

The Hidden Gem:   Cincinnati Patio Homes Cincinnati patio homes and other low maintenance lifestyle homes have been gaining in popularity over the last decade.  And why shouldn't they be?  They offer something that other homes can't offer, a hidden gem of sorts:  your time!  When you buy a "regular" home, there are certain things that tie you to that home.  The yard needs mowed, the leaves raked, the snow shoveled.  Year round, there are demands on your time...you'd rather be in your kayak on the Little Miami River wouldn't you??! Now maybe you're one of the folks that REALLY enjoys yard work, and if so, a patio home might not be the best choice for you.  Hey, if taking apart a fouled lawnmower carburetor is your thing, talk to us about buying a regular home.  But if instead you prefer ... 02/13/2014

Convenient location. Will sell fast. Must see! OverviewMapsPhotos $140,000 Single Family Home Main Features 4 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms1 Partial Bathroom8 UnitsLot: 1,919 sqft Location 913 Shayler RdUnion Twp, OH 45245USA Derek L Tye The Tye Group Realtors(513) 549-7469derek@derektye.comhttp://www.CincyOhioHomes.com   Listed by: Remax United Associates 513-549-7469 Our recent listings Convenient location. Will sell fast. Must see!Single Family Residential for $140,000 in Cincinnati, OHPrice Reduced! Mt Adams Condo with Awesome Views!Price Reduced!Price Reduced!! Must See...Every Detail Executed in this 4800 sq. ft home! Subscribe to our listing feed Nearby properties for sale 10/04/2013

Cincinnati Hosts Oktoberfest Zinzinnati September 20-22 2013 Cincinnati's Oktoberfest, the party so big two days just weren't enough anymore!  That's right, they're partying Friday, Saturday and Sunday this year!  And you know who is leading the annual chicken dance this year??  Oh myyyyy, it's Mr. Sulu, George Takei front and center leading the world's biggest chicken dance!!  Centered on Cincinnati's Fountain Square, the location is perfect for the 100's of thousands of people that come to party every year!  Now in it's 38th year, this is the 2nd largest Oktoberfest in the WORLD!  You'll have to go to Munich if you want bigger!Featuring Beer, Brats, Beer, Metts, Beer, Creampuffs, Beer, Black Forest Cake, Beer, Potato Pancakes, Beer, Sauerkraut and Beer!Okay, so really there's a LOT m... 09/16/2013

Find the best REALTOR in Cincinnati to list your home The Cincinnati real estate market is back in full swing. Buyers are not only motivated by the rising interest rates, but the inventory is low (homes for sale) and prices are starting to go back up. If you've been waiting to sell your home until "the market comes back", this could be your chance. Why is now the best time to sell your home? You see, you're a buyer too. The interest rates are ever-changing and most like you will need to find financing for your new home. Strike while the iron is hot and sell your home and buy the home you've been waiting for. You'll need to know what your home is worth. Find out your Cincinnati Home Value. Hire the Greater Cincy Homes team to help you sell your home. Greater Cincy Homes is a team of expe... 08/26/2013

Get Your Quackers!  2013 Rubber Duck Regatta To Benefit Freestore Foodbank! As part of P&G Riverfest and WEBN Fireworks September 1st, 2013, there's a major fundraiser event called the Rubber Duck Regatta!  This is the bigtime fundraiser for Cincinnati's biggest foodbank, the Freestore Foodbank!  Each Labor Day Weekend little yellow rubber ducks get dropped into the Ohio River for a race, with some prizes given to the top duck sponsors!   But of course the real winners are all the people helped by Freestore Foodbank throughout the year! At 3 p.m. Sunday September 1st up to 200,000 ducks will take the plunge off the Purple People Bridge and start their race down the Ohio River!  Each duck has their own serial number, so even though you can't tell which one of those ducks is racing for yo... 08/24/2013

Let's Go Boom!  P&G Riverfest & WEBN Fireworks September 1st 2013 You want Cincinnati's BIGGEST fireworks show of the year?  Then there's only ONE place to be and that's on the banks of the Ohio River September 1st, 2013 for the Cincinnati Bell/WEBN Fireworks show!  This is the granddaddy of all Cincinnati Labor Day Weekend events! Now you can't get there a few minutes before 9 and think you're going to drive right there, so best to come down WAY early and enjoy the P&G Riverfest!  Fireworks start at 9:05 p.m. and they just don't stop! Anyone local knows Rozzi's Fireworks knows how to put on a great show, then add WEBN's prowess with rock music and you KNOW this is going to be one heckuva jamming show!  Here's a sample from the 2010 show! Now of course there's much more to this Ohio Riv... 08/24/2013

Cincinnati's Downtown Restaurant Week August 5-11 2013 Offers Bargain Dining! One of the perks of Warren County living is the easy access to Cincinnati's dining scene.  Whether formal or casual, there's something for everyone!  And there's probably no better time to take advantage of that availability than during one of Cincinnati's restaurant weeks!  This time, it's the Downtown Restaurants and they're offering a three course dinner for $35, or in some cases TWO three course dinners for $35.  The following restaurants are currently on the list to participate, a mix of local independents and national chains: Arnold's Blue Wisp Boi Na Braza Campanello's Crave El Coyote Istanbul Cafe Jack Binion's Steakhouse (in the Horseshoe Casino) Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse Jimmy G's Lavomatic Local 127 Ma... 08/04/2013

26th Great Inland Seafood Festival August 8-11 2013 in Newport Kentucky It's almost time for the Great Inland Seafood Festival in Newport Kentucky!  While the scenes on the Ohio River won't look like the scenes from Boothbay Harbor Maine on the right, the locals here will be enjoying the product of those Maine lobstermen!  10,000 Maine lobsters will be trucked in for the Great Inland Seafood Festival and for $10.95 you can claim one of them as your own!  The event is hosted on the Newport Kentucky side of the Ohio River, so enjoy the Cincinnati skyline as you're munching on crabs, shrimp, oysters and much more!  And a warning, 10,000 lobsters will NOT last the entire festival, so if you show up late Sunday, don't be surprised if lobster will NOT be on your plate! There will also be 15 l... 08/03/2013

Cincinnati Among Fittest Metro Areas                           According to an analysis of the 50 most populous metropolitan areas in the nation, Cincinnati was ranked 13th most healthy and fittest city in the US.  The American College of Sports Medicine released its American Fitness Index based upon a number of health behaviors.   Analyzed were issues such as smoking, exercise, obesity rates, chronic health problems and access to health care.  These behaviors were linked up with environmental factors such as availability of parks, recreational facilities, walking trails, and farmer's markets. Minneapolis, ranked number one, spends double the money on parks per capita as some other cities.  When asked how cities can improve their rankings, Walt Thompson, chairman of the advisory board t... 07/09/2013

Cincinnati Named Top "Unexpected Place for Innovation" Cincinnati was listed in the "Ten Most Unexpected Cities for High-Tech Innovation" list by Techie.com.  Dan Blacharski, editor-in-chief, called the city "the perfect destination with low cost of living, excellent infrastructure and an abundance of talent."  They also indicated that they would expect the high-technology sector to grow because the city employers including P&G, Kroger, Macy's and others encourage innovators to take advantage of the city's resources and culture. Other cities named to the list were: Chattanooga, Detroit, Des Moines, Las Vegas, Milwaukee, New Orleans, Portland, Rochester and South Bend. 07/09/2013

Cincinnati's Ohio River Paddlefest June 20-22 2013 One of the perks of Ohio life is lakes and rivers.  The Little Miami River is a key part of Warren County life, but if you want something a bit bigger, then you head down to the Ohio River!  And if you want company on the Ohio River, then you go to the annual Ohio River Paddlesfest!  This year's Paddlefest festival is June 20-22 and as before, based out of Old Coney!  This is one of the country's largest canoe/kayak events, so you don't want to miss it!  The 12th annual Paddlefest Weekend starts Thursday June 20th at Coney Island in New Richmond!Thursday June 20 at Coney Island: The Kids Outdoor Adventure Expo returns from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.  and will feature four villages:  "Let's Move!", "Let's Splash!", "Let's Explore!", and "Le... 05/31/2013

Cincinnati's Summerfair Returns May 31- June 2, 2013 You can't beat Cincinnati's Summerfair for unique arts/crafts to decorate your home or for one of a kind gifts!  You might think early June is early to start your Christmas gift shopping, but not when Cincinnati's Summerfair is available to you May 31 to June 2! This year's edition of Summerfair at Coney Island is the 46th, so you know they're doing it right!   Summerfair continues to pack out the Coney Island display area with over 300 artists and craftspeople bringing their "A" game.  You'll find local artists and artists from all across the U.S. and Canada, and working in basically any media you want:  photography, woodworking, metalworking, ceramics, painting, jewelry, it's all there and MUCH more! And costs?  If varies from just ... 05/15/2013

Memorial Day Weekend Events:  Taste of Cincinnati May 25 - 27 2013 Nothing says "Let's get the summer party started!!" like Taste of Cincinnati!!  Now entering its 35th year, Taste of Cincinnati is THE longest running culinary arts festival in the country.  Starting as a 1 day event in 1979, Taste has expanded to 3 days and over 500,000 visitors! And why not?  There's nothing else like it!  With over 45 restaurants featuring hundreds of dishes, 70 live entertainment acts performing on multiple stages, you're going to have PLENTY of food and entertainment!  And mix in the other activities and you'll have time to let the food settle and go back for another round!  Each restaurant serves a selection of food, with cost typically $3 to $5 per serving, so bring LOTS of ones and fives, and for... 05/12/2013

Cincinnati Zoo Babies 28th Annual Celebration May 1-31 2013 The Cincinnati Zoo Babies is one of the favorite Cincinnati Zoo events of the year!  All those cute little babies just bring out the "Awwwwwwwwwwww" in everyone!  And it's a testament to the Cincinnati Zoo what a great environment they provide for their breeding programs to be such a success! The Cincinnati Zoo Babies 28th annual celebration runs the entire month of May, and seeing the young ones is part of your normal Cincinnati Zoo admission (details below). And to add to the fun, the Cincinnati Zoo Babies celebration features special appearances by children friendly entertainment, with scheduled May 4th Barney (yeah, the purple dinosaur and we dare you to not think of his theme song!), May 11th The Avengers, and May 18th Cu... 05/01/2013

Cincy-Cinco Latin Festival May 4 & 5 2013 Downtown Cincinnati! It's time to get the festival season kicked off with a Latino flavor, with the 10th annual Cincy-Cinco Latin Festival this Saturday and Sunday on Cincinnati's Fountain Square!  Dancing, food, arts and crafts, music, the world's largest taco and world's biggest pinata!  And admission is FREE!  Hours:  noon - 11 p.m. Saturday May 4th and noon - 7 p.m. on Sunday May 5th. Location:  Fountain Square (intersection of Fifth and Vine in downtown Cincinnati).  Admission is free, parking....well that may cost you a few dollars :) Food:  A variety of Latin American styles will be represented and for sale!  With five restaurants and a Hispanic church doing the cooking, you know you're getting authentic!! Music:  Lots of Latino music!  A... 04/29/2013

Greater Cincinnati Spring Restaurant Week May 13-19 2013 It's almost time for another edition of the Greater Cincinnati Spring Restaurant Week!  Featuring 24 restaurant locations from down in Kentucky all the way north to Lebanon's The Golden Lamb, here's your chance for a 3-course meal for only $33.13!  Featuring locally sourced food on these special menus, you're sure to enjoy a special night out!  If you've got a favorite restaurant on the list, this is a great time for another visit!  Ready to try something new?  There many be no better time than the Greater Cincinnati Spring Restaurant Week!  And fyi, these are NOT chain restaurants, but independents, so you're helping local small businesses succeed instead of adding to some corporate bank accounts far away from here! So who's in??... 04/20/2013

      The Cincinnati Reds are providing a great way to help Cincinnatians get rid of old electronics today and tomorrow April 20 and 21.  If you are preparing your home for sale and have older TV's and computers filling up your storage spaces then click on this link for more information about how to dispose of them:   http://cincinnati.reds.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130417&content_id=45043278&vkey=pr_cin&c_id=cin   Design To Market has been staging homes in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky since 2004. For more information about this project and our other Cincinnati home staging services please call us at 513-265-0952 or visit our website atwww.designtomarketllc.com.     04/19/2013