Richard Baldi Realtor with Howard Hanna

04/13/2026

Had a great closing with my awesome clients Dalton and Shyann today! Home #2 I've done for them! Thanks to Chris Thornton and his team at UHM for doing the loan! Super smooth process! And listing agent Jackie Dodson at Coney and Shepherd was great to deal with on the list side!

12/22/2025

Buyer asks for $100k off list price

12/13/2025

So I grew up in the NE and yeah I've always been in the soda camp. My mom was born here in Cincinnati so I always thought she was weird calling it pop 🤣

But living here in Cincy for 20+ years now....I'm still team soda 😎 where do you stand?

11/10/2025

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7 in 10 Veterans aren't aware they may be able to buy a home with no down payment.

That’s one of the biggest advantages of the VA home loan, and it’s still available right now. It may just take more time for it to process due to the government shutdown.

If you’ve served, you’ve earned this benefit. It’s time to make sure you’re getting everything you qualify for.

Want to find out what’s possible? Talk to a trusted lender.



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11/08/2025

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A government shutdown can cause some short-term delays, but it doesn’t stop the housing market.

During the last 35-day shutdown, home sales dipped briefly, then bounced right back once the government reopened.

It’s a good reminder that real estate keeps moving, even when things feel uncertain. The market has a way of finding its footing again.

If you want to chat about how this might affect your plans, or just want more information,
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11/06/2025

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How To Make Sure Your Sale Crosses the Finish Line

So, if there was one simple step that could help make your home sale go according to plan, would you do it?

If you’d rather deal with surprises on your terms (not with the clock ticking under contract), let’s talk about whether a pre-listing inspection makes sense for your house.

It may be worth it so you can hit the market confident, prepared, and in control.



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If there was one simple step that could help make your home sale a seamless process, wouldn't you want to know about it?

11/03/2025

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If one simple step could help you avoid the number one deal killer in today’s market, would you do it?

Because here’s the thing. More deals are falling through right now, and it’s not for the reason most people think.

70% of agents say inspections are the top reason buyers back out. Not financing. Not rates. Repairs.

There’s a way you can prevent that from becoming an issue for your sale. It’s called a pre-listing inspection. While it’s not required, it can help you find (and fix) issues before you list.

But whether it’s worth it (or not) really depends on the conditions in your local market. Let’s talk about whether it makes sense for your house and market.



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11/02/2025

Let me say this line of work has kept me on my toes over the years lol

11/01/2025

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Why You Don’t Need To Be Afraid of Today’s Mortgage Rates

If moving at today’s rate scares you, remember, waiting doesn’t always pay off. Once rates dip below 6%, as some experts project they’ll do next year, more buyers (and higher prices) will be back.

So, don’t be afraid of today’s mortgage rates. Because if you’re ready, this might just be your chance to make your move before the market wakes up again.



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Mortgage rates have been the monster under the bed for a while. Every time they tick up, people flinch and say, “Maybe I’ll wait.” But here’s the twist. Waiting for that perfect 5-point-something rate could end up haunting your wallet later.

10/30/2025

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Remember when it felt impossible to find a home to buy that actually checked all of your boxes? That’s changed.

Inventory is up in every region compared to this time last year – and that means more homes to choose from, more room to negotiate with sellers, and far less stress.

And while the number of homes available is going to vary all the way down to your zip code or neighborhood, remember this: no matter where you are, there are more choices for you than there used to be – and I can help you see exactly what’s out there in our local area.

And don’t forget – prices are softening, mortgage rates are easing off their highs, and the intense pressure buyers felt over the past few years has cooled.

So, if you paused your search because the market didn’t feel right for you, it’s time to take another look. This is a different kind of moment – and it might be the one that finally gets...



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10/27/2025

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Why Some Homes Sell Quickly – and Others Don’t Sell at All

There are more homes for sale today than there were even just a year ago, but that doesn’t have to work against you.

When your house is priced right, shows well, and is marketed effectively, it will sell. Let’s connect if you want to know how to make that happen in our market this fall.



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A few years ago, inventory hit a record low. Just about anything sold – and fast. But now, there are far more homes on the market.