Desirae Phillips, Real Estate

Desirae Phillips, Real Estate Specialized in working with buyers, sellers, corporate relocation, and foreclosures in Cincinnati OH Realtor, ERA Real Solutions Realty

❤️🤍💙25 years ….I still remember where I was when I heard the news. Today let’s remember all those who lost their lives, ...
09/11/2026

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25 years ….I still remember where I was when I heard the news. Today let’s remember all those who lost their lives, all those who saved lives, and all those who fought for us 🇺🇸

#9/11

Who’s ready for cozy nights by the fire?? 🙋‍♀️Buying your first home is hard. I get it. 🏡But here’s my honest take… in 9...
09/08/2026

Who’s ready for cozy nights by the fire?? 🙋‍♀️

Buying your first home is hard. I get it. 🏡
But here’s my honest take… in 9 years as a Realtor, I’ve consistently watched home prices go up, not down. And I have a feeling that trend will continue.

There’s never going to be a perfect time to buy. The right time is when it makes sense for you.

If you’re thinking about buying, let’s talk about your options. No pressure, just an honest conversation. 🧡

09/03/2026

I 💙 my job! Real estate isn’t always neat offices and fancy coffee shops—sometimes it’s a roadside meeting next to utility trucks! 🛞⚡My client couldn’t leave the job site today, and with tight contract deadlines, my job is to make sure we do not breach the contract in any way!
So can I meet you?? Absolutely!
Side of the road, you got it! 🙌Let’s get this deal to the finish line! 🔑

FAQ Wednesday 🏡❓Q: What is earnest money, and how much do I have to pay?Think of earnest money as your “I’m serious abou...
09/02/2026

FAQ Wednesday 🏡❓

Q: What is earnest money, and how much do I have to pay?

Think of earnest money as your “I’m serious about buying this house!” money. 💰🏡

It’s a deposit made after your offer is accepted that shows the seller you’re serious about moving forward.

💵 In our area, 1% of the purchase price is a common amount, but it can vary depending on the offer and the contract.

And here’s the important part: it’s not an additional cost! When you close, your earnest money is typically credited toward your down payment and/or closing costs.

There are also important rules about when you can get your earnest money back — which is why understanding your contract and deadlines is SO important.

This is just one of the many details I’ll walk you through when you’re buying a home. 🤝

Have a real estate question for next week’s FAQ Wednesday? Drop it below! 👇

buyersagent

✨Happy Monday!! It was another busy weekend in real estate land!! Real estate always happens on the weekends and I’m her...
08/31/2026

✨Happy Monday!! It was another busy weekend in real estate land!! Real estate always happens on the weekends and I’m here for it!! 🥳

If you’re ready to start your search, let’s chat!! 💬
📲937.213.1404

🐶The real decision maker has 4 legs and wants an awesome backyard!! 🏡 A great dog friendly backyard is a huge selling po...
08/27/2026

🐶The real decision maker has 4 legs and wants an awesome backyard!! 🏡 A great dog friendly backyard is a huge selling point!!

If you need a new backyard for your pup…let’s start looking!! 📲937.213.1404

FAQ Wednesday 🏡❓Q: What adds the most value before selling your home?My answer? Don’t start renovating just yet! 👀Every ...
08/26/2026

FAQ Wednesday 🏡❓

Q: What adds the most value before selling your home?

My answer? Don’t start renovating just yet! 👀

Every home is different, and what makes sense for one house may not make sense for another.

Before you spend a dollar, let’s walk through your home together. 🤝

Some of the things I’ll look at first:

✨ Decluttering & deep cleaning
🎨 Fresh paint where it will make the biggest impact
🌿 Landscaping & curb appeal
🔨 Small repairs and updates that buyers will notice
📸 And most importantly… finding your WOW factor!

Every house has something that can make buyers say “WOW!” — maybe it’s the kitchen, a beautiful backyard, a fireplace, a stunning primary suite, or even an amazing view.

My job is to find it, make it shine, and make sure your marketing showcases it beautifully. 📸✨

And I’m not a huge believer in taking on big projects right before listing unless the numbers make sense for YOUR home.

The goal isn’t to make your house perfect.

The goal is to spend strategically where it will make the biggest difference. 💰🏡

Thinking about selling? Let’s talk BEFORE you start that renovation! 😉

Happy Monday!! ✨ An accepted offer for some of my wonderful buyers, is your Monday Motivation post this week!!  🎉 Huge c...
08/24/2026

Happy Monday!! ✨ An accepted offer for some of my wonderful buyers, is your Monday Motivation post this week!! 🎉 Huge congrats to them on securing this gorgeous home!!

👩🏼‍💻If you’ve thought of purchasing…what’s standing in the way?? Let’s have a conversation even if you think you’re a year out. Let’s talk and come up with a game plan to get you here!! It might be more attainable than you think!!

I love helping my clients reach their goals!!

Listing courtesy of: Mitchell Ram w/Coldwell Banker

FAQ Wednesday 🏡❓Q: What happens after my offer is accepted?🎉 YAY! Your offer was accepted! Best feeling ever!But we’re n...
08/19/2026

FAQ Wednesday 🏡❓

Q: What happens after my offer is accepted?

🎉 YAY! Your offer was accepted! Best feeling ever!

But we’re not at the finish line quite yet! There are still a few important steps to get through:

💰 Earnest Money Deposit — typically around 1% of the purchase price

🔎 Inspection — usually completed within the first 7 days

🤝 Negotiations — depending on the inspection results and the terms of the contract, we may have some negotiating to do. (Unless the home is being sold as-is.)

And then there are several other important steps — loan requirements, appraisal, final walkthrough and more — that I’ll guide you through all the way to closing. 🔑🏡

Offer accepted is exciting… but my job is making sure we get you all the way to the finish line! ❤️

Have a real estate question for next week’s FAQ Wednesday? Drop it below! 👇

buyersagent

🏡📚 BACK TO SCHOOL!The first day of school always makes me think about how much our homes become part of our kids’ storie...
08/18/2026

🏡📚 BACK TO SCHOOL!

The first day of school always makes me think about how much our homes become part of our kids’ stories. The homework, the late-night projects, the family dinners, the celebrations, and all those everyday memories. ❤️

If you’re on the hunt for a new place, I’d love to help you find it!!

Wishing all of our local families a happy, healthy, and successful school year!

Here’s to a great year ahead! ✏️🍎📚

👩🏼‍💻Desirae Phillips, Realtor 📲937.213.1404

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6310 E Kemper Road
Cincinnati, OH
45241

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