Lesley at Comey and Shepherd

06/07/2026

I enjoyed a great lunch with a local builder and picked up some helpful insights about today’s new construction market.

There is always something new to learn in real estate, and I love bringing that knowledge back to my clients. If you’re weighing new construction versus resale, let’s talk through the options together. 🏡

06/01/2026

Are you thinking about resizing? The best transitions are often the ones we plan for, not the ones that catch us by surprise. If you'd like to start exploring your next steps, I'm here to help.

05/20/2026

Greater Cincinnati April Housing Report 🏠
Sale prices ⬆️
Number of Sales ⬇️

05/13/2026

Most people know how to live in a home.
Very few know how to prepare one to sell for maximum impact.

After more than 20 years of renovating, investing in, managing, and selling homes, I’ve learned that successful home marketing starts long before a property ever hits the market.

The details matter.
✔️ Presentation
✔️ Lighting
✔️ Paint colors
✔️ Styling & staging
✔️ What buyers emotionally connect to the moment they walk in the door

Preparing a home for the market is both strategy and psychology, and it can directly impact buyer interest, perceived value, and ultimately the final sale price.

This is one of the areas where I bring the most value to my clients. I don’t just put homes on the market, I help position them to stand out.

Whether your home needs simple refinements or a full transformation plan, I love helping sellers see the potential in what they already have. If you're thinking of selling in the next year it's not too soon to reach out!

05/11/2026

April home sales stats are in! Inventory is up but so is the median sale price. 🏡

05/06/2026

Many homeowners have started to gear their renovations towards wellness. Steam showers our ‘picking up steam’ in homes across the country! 🏡

Relaxation is just one of the benefits you can experience with this bathroom wellness trend. Steam showers and hydrotherapy are growing in popularity, plus they can be a value-add to your home when it comes time to sell.

05/05/2026

I sell real estate because I genuinely love it and love working with buyers and a sellers. It's not transactional for me, it's about helping people.

See more: https://www.realsatisfied.com/Lesley-Folan

05/04/2026

You don’t have to have a beach house to get inspiration from this colorful Palm Beach transformation. Tell me what colors would you incorporate into your home? 🏡

https://www.housebeautiful.com/design-inspiration/house-tours/a71168446/digital-home-tour-kemble-interiors-palm-beach-florida/?link_source=ta_first_comment&taid=69f61f8aa27965000181bbea&fbclid=IwdGRleARlWcBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeUxP7-DRH7VlwuYdL6MfidHUpKcqR6LiWKzd6WgVq_6tyYJVj8i_qYGtsVPI_aem_K8uJhOV0AUuC4JoDywarHQ

Designer Cece Bowman crafted a palette that was cohesive, but not "matchy-matchy."

04/30/2026

In the Cincinnati Market about half of all real estate deals are still going under contract at list price or above. It's important to have the right strategy to buy the house of your dreams!

04/29/2026

In Cincinnati’s most sought-after areas, competition remains strong ~ with many homes still selling over list.
A strong price matters. Strategic positioning is what wins.