The Lowry Team - EXP Realty

The Lowry Team - EXP Realty The Lowry Team is an award winning real estate firm specializing in Southwest, West Central & Northwest Ohio real estate. http://www.LowryTeam.com

The Lowry Team – eXp Realty is an award winning, full service real estate firm specializing in West Central and Southwest Ohio. The Lowry Team is “Different By Design”… taking a team approach to home buying and selling. The Lowry Team consists of members that are focused on areas of specialization including Listing Specialists, Buyer Specialists, Transaction/Listing Coordinator, Inside Sales Assoc

iate and a Marketing Director. Don’t Hire an Agent…Hire a Team. The Lowry Team. Buyers and Sellers can reach The Lowry Team - eXp Realty by calling or texting 513-368-3751.

👏 👏 Congratulations ERIC LOWRY on another great sale! in today's market, it truly calls for market expertise, way to go...
05/29/2026

👏 👏 Congratulations ERIC LOWRY on another great sale! in today's market, it truly calls for market expertise, way to go Eric💥

🏡 Sometimes it's not the market that tells you it's time to move. It's your life. A new baby. A growing family that's ou...
05/28/2026

🏡 Sometimes it's not the market that tells you it's time to move. It's your life.

A new baby. A growing family that's outgrown every closet and spare room. Kids who've left for college and suddenly there are three empty bedrooms. A new job on the other side of Cincinnati. A marriage. A divorce. A parent who needs to be closer. A retirement that finally makes that next chapter possible.

Life doesn't wait for perfect mortgage rates. It doesn't pause for ideal market conditions. It just moves forward — and sometimes your home needs to move with it.

We talk a lot about market data, interest rates, and timing strategies on this page — and all of that matters. But the truth is, the most common reason people in West Chester, Fairfield, Mason, and Liberty Township decide to buy or sell isn't because the numbers lined up perfectly.

It's because something in their life changed.
And when that happens, the right home in the right place at the right time becomes less of a financial calculation and more of a necessity. A priority. A gift you give yourself and your family. 🏠❤️

If any of these sound familiar right now, it might be time for a conversation:

👶 Your family is growing and you've run out of space
🎓 Your kids have flown the nest and you're ready to right-size
💼 A job change has shifted where you need to be
💑 A new relationship is bringing two households together
👴 An aging parent needs to be closer to family
🌅 You're ready to finally stop putting your own needs last

There's no perfect time. There's only your time. And when you're ready — whether that's today, this summer, or just starting to think about it — the Lowry Team is here to help you figure out exactly what your next move looks like. No pressure. Just honest guidance from people who genuinely care about getting you into the right home for the life you're actually living. 🙌

👉 Visit LowryTeam.com or send us a message — let's start the conversation whenever you're ready.

💬 What life change made you realize it was time to move? We'd love to hear your story below — you might inspire someone else who's been on the fence. 👇

👏 👏 Congratulations ADAM WALD on another great sale! in today's market, it truly calls for market expertise, way to go ...
05/27/2026

👏 👏 Congratulations ADAM WALD on another great sale! in today's market, it truly calls for market expertise, way to go Adam💥

📉📈 This chart tells the story of mortgage rates over the last 18 months — and every buyer and seller in Cincinnati needs...
05/27/2026

📉📈 This chart tells the story of mortgage rates over the last 18 months — and every buyer and seller in Cincinnati needs to understand what it means right now.

Take a look at what happened. (Source: Mortgage News Daily)
From January 2025 all the way through early March 2026, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate was on a steady, encouraging downward trend — falling from over 7.1% all the way down to around 6.0%. That was genuinely great news for buyers, and it's part of why we saw mortgage applications jump 21% and pending home sales start climbing.

Then came the uncertainty. And rates snapped back fast.
Since that March low, rates have bounced sharply — swinging up and down and trending back toward 6.5% and beyond. That kind of volatility isn't random. It's a direct reflection of economic uncertainty rippling through financial markets, and mortgage rates absorb that uncertainty almost immediately.

Here's what this means for you right now:
🏡 For buyers:
Waiting for rates to fall back to that March low is a gamble — and the chart shows just how quickly that window closed. The buyers who locked in near 6% in February and March are sitting pretty right now. The buyers still waiting are watching rates move in the wrong direction. In a volatile rate environment, the right move is to get pre-approved, know your numbers, and be ready to act when rates dip — because those windows don't stay open long.

🏠 For sellers:
Rate volatility directly affects buyer purchasing power and confidence. When rates spike, some buyers pause. That's why pricing strategy and presentation matter even more in a volatile market — you need your home to be so compelling that motivated buyers don't hesitate, even when the rate environment is uncertain.

The most important thing to remember:
Nobody — not economists, not the Federal Reserve, not mortgage brokers — can predict exactly where rates are going next week, next month, or next year. What we do know is that people who bought homes when rates felt "too high" almost always look back and say it was the right call. Because you can't time the market perfectly, but you can control your preparation, your strategy, and your team. 🙌

The buyers and sellers winning in Greater Cincinnati right now — in West Chester, Mason, Fairfield, and Liberty Township — are the ones who stopped waiting for perfect and started working with a team who knows how to win in any market.

👉 Have questions about what today's rates mean for your specific situation? Visit LowryTeam.com or send us a message — we'll connect you with trusted local lenders and give you a clear picture of what you can do right now.

💬 Has mortgage rate volatility affected your plans to buy or sell? Tell us where you're at — we read every comment and we're happy to help. 👇

⏳ Every extra day your home sits on the market is costing you money. Here's exactly how much. This chart from NAR is one...
05/26/2026

⏳ Every extra day your home sits on the market is costing you money. Here's exactly how much.

This chart from NAR is one of the most important things any seller in Greater Cincinnati can see before they list — because the numbers are eye-opening.

On a home listed at $400,000, here's what days on market actually costs you:

📅 0–14 days: Sells for $380,400
📅 15–30 days: Sells for $375,600 (already down $4,800)
📅 31–60 days: Sells for $370,800 (down $9,600)
📅 61–90 days: Sells for $364,000 (down $16,400)
📅 91–120 days: Sells for $357,600 (down $22,800)
📅 Over 120 days: Sells for $344,800 (down a staggering $35,600)

Let that sink in. A home that sits on the market for four months instead of two weeks costs the seller an average of $35,600. That's not a rounding error. That's a car. That's a year of college tuition. That's a significant chunk of your next down payment — gone.

And here's the psychology behind why this happens: when buyers see a home that's been sitting, the first question they ask isn't "what's wrong with the price?" — it's "what's wrong with the house?" Perceived problems become negotiating leverage, and that leverage comes directly out of your final sale price.

The homes that sell fast and for top dollar in West Chester, Fairfield, Mason, and Liberty Township have three things in common every single time:
✅ They're priced right from day one — not optimistically, strategically
✅ They're presented beautifully — staged, professionally photographed, and showing-ready
✅ They're marketed aggressively — hitting the right buyers at the right time across every channel

Getting all three of those right isn't guesswork. It's exactly what the Lowry Team does for every seller we work with, every single time. We don't just put a sign in the yard and hope the market does the work. We build a launch strategy designed to generate maximum activity in those critical first two weeks — because that's when the money is made. 🏡

The late May listing sweet spot is right around the corner. If you're thinking about selling this spring, the time to start preparing is right now — not after your home has already been sitting for 30 days wondering what went wrong.

👉 Visit LowryTeam.com or send us a message today for a free home selling consultation. Let's make sure your home is one of the ones that sells in the first two weeks — not the ones that don't. 🏆

💬 Sellers — did you know days on market could cost this much? Has your home ever sat longer than expected? Share your experience below! 👇

Today we honor and remember the brave heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Wishing you a meaningful a...
05/25/2026

Today we honor and remember the brave heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
Wishing you a meaningful and peaceful Memorial Day.

⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Our Clients Say The Nicest Things! 😍 💖
05/22/2026

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Our Clients Say The Nicest Things! 😍 💖

🏗️ If you've been considering a brand new home, this is the best pricing news in 5 years. The median price of a newly bu...
05/21/2026

🏗️ If you've been considering a brand new home, this is the best pricing news in 5 years.

The median price of a newly built home just dropped to $387,400 in March 2026 — the lowest it's been since 2021. (Source: U.S. Census Bureau)

For context, that's down from a peak of $438,900 in 2023. That's over $51,000 less for a brand new home than buyers were paying just three years ago. Let that number sink in. 📉➡️🏡

This isn't a small blip. This is a meaningful, sustained price correction in new construction that opens the door for a whole new group of buyers who may have looked at new builds and walked away — and that includes a lot of buyers right here in the Greater Cincinnati area.

Why new construction deserves a serious look right now:
✨ Everything is brand new — roof, HVAC, appliances, plumbing, electrical
🔧 No repair costs or renovation surprises after closing
📋 Builder warranties give you peace of mind from day one
💡 Modern energy-efficient features mean lower utility bills
🎨 Many builders still offering customization options on finishes and layouts
💰 Builders are motivated — and many are still offering rate buydowns and closing cost incentives on top of lower prices

And here's something most buyers don't know: you need a buyer's agent when purchasing new construction — and it doesn't cost you a thing. The builder's sales agent works for the builder, not for you. Having the Lowry Team in your corner means someone is negotiating on your behalf, reviewing the contract for your protection, and making sure you're getting every incentive and upgrade available. 🙌

New construction communities in the West Chester, Liberty Township, Mason, and Fairfield areas have been moving fast — and with prices at a 5-year low and builders motivated to sell, the timing right now is genuinely compelling.

👉 Want to explore new construction options in Greater Cincinnati? Visit LowryTeam.com or send us a message today — we know the builders, the communities, and exactly how to get you the best deal.

💬 Have you ever considered buying a new build instead of an existing home? What's holding you back — or what made you choose new construction? Tell us below! 👇

💡 Yes, mortgage debt is high. But here's the number that actually tells the real story. We hear it all the time: "Americ...
05/20/2026

💡 Yes, mortgage debt is high. But here's the number that actually tells the real story.

We hear it all the time: "Americans are drowning in mortgage debt — the housing market is a ticking time bomb."

Here's what that narrative leaves out. (Source: Federal Reserve)

The full picture right now:
🏠 Total value of residential real estate: $47.9 trillion
💰 Total homeowner equity: $34.1 trillion
📋 Total mortgage debt: $14.4 trillion

Let that sink in. For every dollar of mortgage debt in America, there are more than two dollars of equity backing it up. Homeowners collectively own far more of their homes than they owe on them — and that gap has never been wider in modern history.

This is the opposite of 2008.
Back then, the housing market was built on a shaky foundation of overleveraged homeowners, risky loans, and minimal equity cushions. When prices dipped even slightly, millions of homeowners found themselves underwater — owing more than their homes were worth — and the dominoes fell fast.

Today's foundation looks completely different:
✅ $34.1 trillion in homeowner equity acts as a massive financial buffer
✅ Most homeowners could sell and walk away with significant profit — they're not trapped
✅ Even if prices softened, the overwhelming majority of owners have room to absorb it
✅ Foreclosure rates remain near historic lows because homeowners have options, not desperation

For homeowners in West Chester, Fairfield, Mason, and Liberty Township — this data is directly relevant to you. The equity you've built in your Cincinnati-area home isn't just a number on paper. It's real, accessible wealth that you can use to move up, downsize, invest, or simply hold as the strongest financial safety net most families have.

And for buyers who are nervous about purchasing into "too much debt" — understand that you're not buying into a bubble. You're buying into a market with $34 trillion worth of equity underneath it. That's a foundation, not a fault line. 🏡

👉 Want to know exactly how much equity you've built in your home — or how much purchasing power you have as a buyer in today's Cincinnati market? Visit LowryTeam.com or send us a message. Let's look at the real numbers together.

💬 Did this chart surprise you? Most people have no idea how strong the equity picture actually is. Share this with someone who needs to see it! 👇

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