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UC experts weigh in on Cincinnati’s rising home prices

July 30, 2025

The Cincinnati Business Courier reported that Cincinnati’s home prices continue to rise, outpacing the national average for the seventh straight month. According to the Courier, Cincinnati's home prices increased 6.7% from June 2024 to June 2025. Two University of Cincinnati real estate experts offered detailed insight on what this means for the Queen City.

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How co-op is shaking up the business of accounting

June 9, 2025

Major accounting firms are auditing their approach to recruiting new talent, according to a new article by the Cincinnati Business Courier. The Courier lays out what local firms are doing to shake up the industry, including hiring more employees, raising salaries and creating plenty of hands-on student opportunities. Chelsea Anderson, PhD, assistant professor of accounting in UC’s Lindner College of Business, told the Courier that co-op is a great way to gain that vital experience.

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UC Cybersecurity experts weigh in on the threat of hacking groups

May 23, 2025

When a ransomware attack on Kettering Health made national headlines, local outlets turned to University of Cincinnati’s cyber experts for context and scope regarding the developing story. Richard Harknett, PhD, and Jacques Bou Abdo, Phd, explained to the media what drives ransomware attacks, why health institutions are a common target and what to look out for as a customer.

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How are tariffs impacting your retirement plans?

May 15, 2025

WVXU sat down with University of Cincinnati’s Michael Neugent for a look into how tariffs impact the markets, retirement funds and inflation. Neugent, associate professor-educator at Lindner College of Business and Director of the MS Finance Program, said that investors in the stock market prefer certainty in fiscal policy to help them map out investment decisions. “Right now, that lack of certainty is providing some angst within the market and investors,” he told WVXU. Many U.S. companies will face challenges from tariffs, but pauses on tariff plans can sometimes lead to more questions than answers.

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How student loan interest works (and how to keep it under control)

Paying for college can feel like a puzzle, and one of the trickiest pieces is understanding how student loan interest actually works. This guide breaks down how student loan interest works, when it kicks in, how it’s calculated, and most importantly, how you can keep it under control while you’re here at UC and beyond.

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5 questions to ask when scaling a business

October 23, 2024

Scaling a startup into an established company requires founders to consider business models, research future cash flow and craft long-term visions. Cincinnati’s startup community boasts various founders and programs that provide entrepreneurs with firsthand experience in scaling businesses. The University of Cincinnati’s 1819 Innovation Hub, a startup incubator and one of the region’s premier corporate crossroads, nurtures companies through all growth stages. Even if your business isn’t near Cincinnati, our team will provide five questions to ask before and as you scale a startup.