Best Dena Mathes and Chris Breitenbach Podcasts (2024)

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Your Home's Title Tale 27:01

1+ y ago27:01

27:01

Does your home's title have a story? Do you know what your home's title is? Do you need title insurance? Listen up today as Dena and Chris chat with Joel Megee of Premier Service Title as Joel explains what title is and why title insurance is important. Joel share shares real life stories as to what can happen when you sell your home if your title …

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Drink GOOD, Do GOOD 28:08

1+ y ago28:08

28:08

Do you crave a cozy spot for a hot cup of coffee on a cold day with a good book? Or maybe a place for a business meeting over waffles and cashew coffee while you stay for a while? If you answered, "Yes Please," then we have the place for YOU! Listen-Up as we CHAT with Josh Romano, one of the original Kala Coffeehouse founders, located in in Mason O…

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Celebrating 50: Back to The Beginning 53:26

1+ y ago53:26

53:26

Have you been following House and Home Chat, Real Estate-Real Talk with Dena & Chris from the BEGINNING? Do you know how and where this podcast began? Well, join Dena and Chris as they take you back to The BEGINNING at Kala Coffee in Mason to learn THEIR story AND Kala's story, too. KALA is GOODBy Dena Mathes and Christine Breitenbach

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FIX IT or Forget It 16:56

1+ y ago16:56

16:56

Are you thinking about moving and wonder what it would take to SELL your home for Top Dollar? Should you just put your house on the market without changing or fixing a thing? Do you plan to stay in your home and make updates you can enjoy while planning for a future move, but don’t know which updates will yield the best return? Listen-up as Dena & …

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Mold - Is a 4 Letter Word 35:03

1+ y ago35:03

35:03

Did your sump pump fail and create a wet mess in your basement? Does the mention of the word MOLD put you into a panic? Listen- up as Dena & Chris CHAT with Mark Weiler, owner of TML (Time Maintenance Limited), a Water and Mold remediation company, and learn the truth about that 4 Letter Word! Mark offers valuable tips for preventing the source of …

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LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION 15:29

1+ y ago15:29

15:29

When it comes to Real Estate, what do you consider the most important factor? A luxury owner’s suite with a spa-like bath, a chef’s kitchen where you can entertain friends & family or is it a panoramic balcony view? Listen-up as Dena & Chris CHAT about the #1 rule in real estate and bring you ON- Location REAL ESTATE REAL TALK from a stunning luxur…

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Chatting in the New Year 12:10

1+ y ago12:10

12:10

Is your home a soft place to fall when you’ve had a hard day? Does the New Year have you dreaming of a warm space where friends and family can gather? If 2023 has you dreaming of a new place to hang your hat, or your purse, then join Dena & Chris for lots of valuable insight into how to lay out the best plan. Dena & Chris also visit one of their fa…

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New Homes for the New Year 22:24

1+ y ago22:24

22:24

Are you dreaming of a huge kitchen with a double island where your whole family can cook and celebrate the holidays together? Or maybe there are too many empty bedrooms since the kids have moved out? Well Listen-Up as we CHAT with Duncan Henderson, Senior Market Manager for Drees Homes, & learn about all the wonderful options in NEW CONSTRUCTION an…

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National Expert's Forecast for 2023 & Beyond 12:00

2y ago12:00

12:00

Will home prices plummet? Will the rates continue to rise? What does the next year and beyond hold for the housing market? If these are questions you’ve been asking yourself, then Listen-Up as Dena and Chris share valuable insight from NAR’s (National Association of Realtors) Chief Economist, Dr. Lawrence Yun. Dena & Chris, your trusted Cincinnati …

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Keep Your Home Clean with Tips from Ms. Dean 34:46

2y ago34:46

34:46

Are you ready to entertain this holiday season? Thinking about selling your home in the new year? Or, do you have a resolution to “Keep it Clean” in 2023? Well, listen up as today Dena and Chris chat with Dina Dean from Clean with Ms. Dean. Dina will share tips from where to begin, how to keep up and what are the best products to use. In Real Estat…

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Changing Lending Strategies for a Changing Market 33:35

2y ago33:35

33:35

“We are having another baby and have outgrown our home. Our lease is up and we would like to start earning equity in the place we live. We are empty nesters and can’t keep up with the maintenance of our home and yard.” With the rising interest rates, we may question if this a good time to buy. The reality is that ALL these reasons & many more make …

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Be FIT- Live WELL- GAME ON! 49:42

2y ago49:42

49:42

Is your schedule so jam packed that you can’t fit another single thing into it? Do you dream that you’re going to get back into your skinny jeans but can’t imagine finding the time to make that happen? Well, this one’s for YOU! Listen-UP as we CHAT with Amy Smith, owner/operator of GAME ON FITNESS, a unique fitness boutique with a secret “vibration…

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SCENTS that make SENSE when SELLING your Home 31:57

2y ago31:57

31:57

How does it make you FEEL to walk through a fresh pine forest in the crispness of fall? The faint smell of cedar hanging in the air or perhaps brushing up against some lavender? Do these scents evoke a feeling of well-being, relaxation, & harmony? If you answered YES, then Listen-up as we CHAT with Jaclyn Lonsway, owner of Nova Candle Co., about ho…

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New Construction Nuances 17:18

2y ago17:18

17:18

Does the idea of new construction excite and terrify you? Do you know where to begin the process? Are you aware of how many builders are in Cincinnati? Join Dena and Chris as they CHAT amongst themselves and bring Real Estate-Real Talk construction facts. As industry experts, they compare the differences between track and custom builders, discuss a…

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Living & Loving Loveland 15:10

2y ago15:10

15:10

Does the lack of homes for sale got you down? Would you like to sell but have nowhere to go? Listen Up to today’s House and Home Chat as Dena and Chris chat with Christy Dorsey of Fischer Homes about Fischer’s new neighborhood in Loveland, Overlook at Blossom Hill. Overlook at Blossom Hill offers luxury townhomes right around the corner from Lovela…

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Real Estate Reality Check 21:29

2y ago21:29

21:29

The Bubble Has Burst! The Market is Crashing! It’s a Real Estate Doomsday! Is this what you are hearing and seeing in the news? Join Dena and Chris for a Reality Check of what is REALLY happening in our local Cincinnati, Ohio real estate market. Listen-Up as they CHAT about what they are personally experiencing in the local market and share their c…

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A Happy Dog is a Happy Home Life 38:33

2y ago38:33

38:33

Does your special furry friend need a special kind of day care? Does your Fido need socialization, exercise, extra attention OR MOST importantly, a little extra love and care when you can't be there to provide it? If the answer is yes, we have the perfect place where your dog is treated like family. Join Dena and Chris as they CHAT with Rene LaBar,…

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Is There a Bubble Popping? 34:22

2y ago34:22

34:22

Is it still a good time to sell a home? Is it a good time to buy a home? Is there a real estate bubble? If so, is a bubble popping? Well, it IS still a GREAT time to sell and buy homes. Listen up as Dena and Chris welcome back and chat with Dave Scully, SVP Area Manager at Ruoff Mortgage, about the current state of the real estate market and the mo…

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Aberlin Springs Part 2-because "HOW you live is as important as WHERE you live!" 40:05

2y ago40:05

40:05

Have you been thinking that your current home and community no longer fit your lifestyle or meet your family-needs? Maybe you have outgrown your home and need more space or maybe you are transitioning to an empty nest and long for a "right-sized" space & less yard maintenance. Either way, Aberlin Springs has you covered & provides a Lifestyle you m…

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Aberlin Springs- because “HOW you live is as important as WHERE you live” 45:47

2+ y ago45:47

45:47

Do you long for the days when life was simpler, food was fresher, and you felt more connected to nature? The stresses of our everyday lives have infiltrated the way we interact with each other and life around us. If a connection to a more organic way of living is what you crave, Aberlin Springs, a modern-day farm to table agri-community could be ri…

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A Walk Through Memorable Madeira 22:10

2+ y ago22:10

22:10

Does strolling down the sidewalk from your front door to the local coffee shop, farmers market, bank, or sandwich shop in your Cincinnati suburb sound ideal? Then this is the community for you! Today, we discover all the things that make the city of Madeira an ideal place to live. We’ll be CHATTING with Meggan Sulfsted, owner of Camargo Trading, wh…

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Creating Joy by Creating Art 51:34

2+ y ago51:34

51:34

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, foste…

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Style That Coffee Table 28:48

2+ y ago28:48

28:48

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 c…

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Organized Solutions for an Organized Lifestyle 38:18

2+ y ago38:18

38:18

Do you have pain points due to clutter or a lack of organization in your home? Whether planning to move in the near future or stay in your home long term, we can all use a re-organization of our homes. Listen-up today as we CHAT with Tracy Carter, Sales Designer with Closets by Design, as she shares how to begin the process and how she can help. Le…

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Creating Artful Spaces 21:41

2+ y ago21:41

21:41

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 s…

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Leveraging Real Estate as Your Legacy 53:58

2+ y ago53:58

53:58

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 c…

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Mortgages, Investments & a Winning Portfolio 53:58

2+ y ago53:58

53:58

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…

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Talking Turtle Creek 33:23

2+ y ago33:23

33:23

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 thi…

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Insurance Insights 52:04

2+ y ago52:04

52:04

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 inves…

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Home Safe Home 47:14

2+ y ago47:14

47:14

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…

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Highlights from a Year where Community IS Home 33:40

2+ y ago33:40

33:40

Our home is more than the 4 Walls we live in, it’s the people and local businesses within our community. Join Dena & Chris as they CHAT it up & Toast to the NEW YEAR, sharing highlights of a successful 1st year of podcast topics and teachings. In Real-Talk, Chris and Dena discuss the top 5 Organizational Mistakes people make. Whether you are planni…

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Designing to STAY - Designing to SELL 41:10

2+ y ago41:10

41:10

Does your house need a facelift but you don’t know where to start? Are you thinking it’s time to SELL but you want the best value and impact for your dollars spent? Join us as we CHAT with Amy Ostigney, of Designing with Amy, who can design and project manage all your updates & and do it in under 6 days! Amy offers best tips from paint color select…

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Happy Floors - Happy Life 39:00

3y ago39:00

39:00

Do you worry about the havoc your holiday celebrations wreak on your floors? Do you know what you should keep on hand to treat those nasty party stains? Listen up today as we chat with John Apke of Apke Total Restoration. John will share the best ways to keep your carpet, floors and home clean through the holiday season and beyond. Plus, he will sh…

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The Power of Gratitude - in Business and Life 45:17

3y ago45:17

45:17

Does Gratitude have a place in business? Is it possible to be profitable and yet lead your business practices with gratitude at its core? Today’s guest, Rachel DesRochers, founder of “The Gratitude Collective” takes us on her journey of entrepreneurship which includes launching her 1st business, “Grateful Grahams,” and leads us into her latest vent…

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Talking with Terry 27:30

3y ago27:30

27:30

In a world filled with big box retailers, where can you go to find or create your own PERSONALIZED cards and gifts? Terry’s Cards and Gifts is THE PLACE to shop! Join us today as we chat with Terry Brinkmann, owner of this wonderful store, help support your local business community & find that one-of-a kind special gift! You can shop with Terry at …

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The Hangout Group 39:07

3y ago39:07

39:07

Being a parent is hard but being the parent of special needs child adds another overwhelming layer. We all have hopes and dreams that our kids will grow up kind, well-adjusted, productive & happy people. We provide them with basic needs but we want them to have friends, be social & have fun! If you’ve ever struggled with this, then don’t miss our s…

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We Reign the Queen City 18:35

3y ago18:35

18:35

What’s your fondest memory of your hometown city? Today, we come to you from Fountain Square where our Queen City of Cincinnati, still reigns as the Queen of the West! Listen-up as we CHAT about the Tyler Davidson Fountain, which just turned 150 years old, and share some of the rich history of the fountain and our city of Cincinnati. Lots of activi…

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Let's Real Talk - Title Companies and Title Insurance 35:19

3y ago35:19

35:19

Your purchase contract is accepted, inspections are complete, now what? Have you wondered, “what are we waiting for & what’s happening?” Listen- up as we CHAT w/Rick Wilson, Account Exec @ Residential Title, about what is happening so you can close on your home. Rick teaches us about the title company’s role, how a title search is done, costs, whet…

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Take a Walk on the Northside 29:48

3y ago29:48

29:48

Are there neighborhoods of your town that you’ve never ventured to because you live in a 3-mile bubble? Well, if you live in the greater Cincinnati area, you’ll want to break-out and check out this historical gem, Northside! Located just 4 miles N of the Ohio River, is an eclectic mix of thriving businesses from unique shops, coffeehouses, bars, re…

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Mindfulness Matters in Business & in Life 45:08

3y ago45:08

45:08

Wake the family, make breakfast, pack lunches, tend to pets, zoom work call, business project, client meeting, another zoom call, run errands, take kids to sports, load laundry, make dinner...Does this sound like your day? Most of us feel stressed & pulled to the MAX! Join us for an impactful episode as we CHAT with Amy Vetter, a mindfulness expert…

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Hot Lending Topics in a Sizzling Market 33:38

3y ago33:38

33:38

Do you know what an appraisal gap is? If you are a buyer or seller in today’s market, Listen Up as Dena & Chris chat with DJ Sessions & Bill Nutt, two local lenders, about how Buyers can best be prepared in the super competitive market to WIN & buy their new home. Learn why buyers should become fully approved prior to writing an offer, and discover…

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Inquiring Minds Want to Know 47:23

3y ago47:23

47:23

Do you have questions about real estate? Is this a good time to make a move? How do you prepare for the future? Well, listen up to House and Home Chat as Dena and Chris, 2 expert, Cincinnati real estate agents chat about the questions they have recently been asked. Buyers, Sellers, and everyone has a real estate question or curiosity and Inquiring …

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The Value add of Home Inspections & Top Reasons to BUY vs RENT 30:52

3y ago30:52

30:52

This house looks great, why get a Home Inspection? Have you wondered this yourself or contemplated sparing the expense of getting your house inspected by a professional? Join us for a Chat with Tom Capuano, owner of Pillar to Post- Team Capuano, and find out WHY a home inspection can save you money, frustration, and add value as a tool to teach you…

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Optimized Senior Living 30:19

3y ago30:19

30:19

Do you have a plan in place for you or your aging loved ones? It’s not an easy topic to navigate, but the reality is that 85% of people will need help either within their own home or in a senior community. Where will YOU MOVE when you are ready for assistance or companionship? Today, in House & Home Chat, Lindsey McLaughlin joins us to chat about O…

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OPA! Celebrating Community from the Panegyri Festival 41:28

3y ago41:28

41:28

It’s Panegyri Time & the biggest festival of the Cincinnati summer is happening in TO-GO style this year! We are all about COMMUNITY this week so join us as we CHAT with Eugene Nicholas, Parish Administrator, of Holy-Trinity St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, about this years’ drive-thru version of the festival on June 25th & 26th . Father Mark Em…

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Splish-Splash! Swimming Pools and Their Resale Value 37:36

3+ y ago37:36

37:36

Do you dream of floating on a raft in your own backyard pool on those hot steamy days of summer? If you’ve wondered if your own private pool is the right move for your family, listen- up as we CHAT with Ashley Arnold, owner of Aqua Tech Pools, and learn how to get your dream pool & create your own backyard oasis! Ashely shares how she got stared in…

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New Construction and Lifestyle TRENDS 23:43

3+ y ago23:43

23:43

Do you feel like it’s time for a move but nothing you see on the market is quite your style or perhaps needs too much updating? Does the idea of a brand new everything excite you? You’ll want to listen-up today as we CHAT with Heather Kuth, Sales Counselor of Fischer Homes, as she breaks down the new construction process, offers a simplified plan t…

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Interior Design for LIVING or Home Staging for LEAVING 35:25

3+ y ago35:25

35:25

Do you get intimidated by trying to keep up with current home décor trends? Join us, as we CHAT with Nancy Grow, Interior Designer & Influencer of Hydrangea House Décor, and find out what’s HOT & what’s NOT! Nancy shares insight on how to decorate your home while staying authentic to yourself and not the ever-changing trends and guides us through p…

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HOT Mortgage Lending Tips for Creating a Winning Purchase Contract 46:51

3+ y ago46:51

46:51

Rates are STILL at historically low levels. Don’t let this FAST market intimidate you. Listen-up as we Chat with Dave Scully, SVP & Area Manager of Ruoff Mortgage, and learn the best strategies for buying a new House or refinancing your current Home. Expert Realtors, Dena & Chris, REAL TALK about how to leverage your options using creative solution…

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Making Updates to Your Home That Add Value vs Updates that Enhance Your Living 26:49

3+ y ago26:49

26:49

Is it time to make updates to your house but you are feeling unsure of whether you want to STAY and LOVE your home or if it is time to GO and LEAVE your home? Today, we CHAT with Missy, a local Cincinnati/Mason homeowner, who asks a question about making updates and repurposing rooms of her home to ensure she's making smart choices that will affect…

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