Does the fear of failure keep you from exploring your creative paths in life? Do you engage in negative self-talk before you even try something new? Join us today for a dynamic discussion as we CHAT with Katia Zhestkova, owner of the Kenai Art Studio in Downtown Mason, OH, & discover how creating art opens the mind to an emotional well-being, fosters creativity in all areas of life, & simply brings JOY! Katia specializes in teaching art to children as young as 4 years old but encourages us all, young and not so young, to never stop learning and creating. Her teaching techniques, passion for life’s beauty & love of ART teaches us all that art is not just about producing a product, but more about the journey through the self towards personal growth. In Real Estate Real Talk, Dena & Chris explore the rich history of Mason, OH where they both reside.  

Have you struggled with finding JUST the right pieces to style your coffee table? Does it become a cluttered mess of remotes, magazines, unmatched odds & ends? Listen-up as we CHAT with Nancy Grow, Influencer and Designer with Hydrangea House Décor, and learn how to curate the perfect coffee table vignette 3 DIFFERENT ways! Nancy walks us through creating 3 unique styles beginning with the simplest and finishing with the pie’ce de re’sistance! Pick the style that fits your mood. In Real Talk, Dena & Chris discuss using vignettes to emotionally connect with buyers to get TOP DOLLAR when selling your home. 

Do your walls and home speak to you with inspiration and joy? Whether you plan to stay in your home for a long time, or a short time, creating artful spaces will bring joy to those that live there or help sell the space for those planning to move.   Join us as we CHAT with Sylvia Rombis, creative consultant at ADC Fine Art, about how to curate that special space in your home and what considerations to take.  “The space will tell you what it needs” is one of Syvia’s key tips, listen-up today for MORE!  In Real Talk, Dena & Chris discuss the historic West End of Cincinnati, and all it has to offer our great city.  

Are your properties and assets set up to transfer to your heirs with ease and as intended? Estates, trusts, wills, probate...these are some of the buzzwords involved in leveraging Real Estate as your Legacy. Join us as we CHAT with Chad Levin, partner at Heyman Law, LLC, as he shares best practices on getting your affairs in order so you can best control what happens to your property upon death. Chad shares the message that this is the greatest gift you can give your family in saving them time, asset protection, and minimizing stress & offers a wealth of helpful insight and advice. Chad specializes in Estate Planning, Elder Law & Business Law and can be reached at [email protected]    

With the RISE in real estate pricing, have you thought about all the equity you’ve built in your primary home? Do you even know how much your home is worth in this current market? If you're asking yourself these questions you'll want to Listen-Up as we CHAT with Kathy Lamb, mortgage consultant with Thrive Mortgage, as we dive into the current state of mortgage rates, loan options, investment tools & learn how to create a winning portfolio. In REAL TALK, Dena & Chris share a realtor's perspective on what to look for in investment properties.  

Do you long for small-town USA but with the modern conveniences of today’s needs and demands? A Town Square, pocket parks, and a pedestrian-centric focus are all things you’ll find at Union Village in Turtle Creek Township. Join us as we CHAT it up with Dave Watkins, sales counselor, as he shares this unique concept of New Urbanism and all that this exciting community has to offer you and your family, & explore the variety of different housing, builders, and market homes. In REAL TALK, Dena & Chris explore some fun facts about the township of Turtle Creek and the variety of homes in this area North of Cincinnati and South of Dayton, OH.   

Is your home’s insurance keeping up with your life, your home, building costs, & the real estate market? Is insuring an investment property different than your personal home? Listen Up as Dena & Chris chat with Nick Bogan of Senour Flaherty Insurance as he offers insight into insuring your properties whether they be your personal residence or investments. Then in Real Estate-Real Talk, Dena & Chris share the current trends in the Cincinnati real estate market & strategies to achieve your buying and selling goals. 

Imagine the amount of radiation from 200 chest x-rays or the damage to your lungs from smoking 8 cigarettes a day.  Did you know that both of these are equal to having a radon level of 4.0 in your home?    Join us as we chat with Tracey Capuano a local radon expert about radon, how to test, and how to reduce this cancer-causing agent in your home.  Then, in Real Estate- Real Talk, Dena and Chris share their top winter safety checks for your home.