Outdoor Man Caves Are a New Thing, Right?

I generally write all of the articles posted here at Louisville Homes Blog. I do have guest writers from time to time as well. But rarely will I simply link to another site. Unless I find a post that’s simply outstanding.

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Where do I start? Well, the hot tub of course, duh. Look at this incredible space! Who needs a basement when you’ve got this? (Image via abbyarchitects.com)
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5 Huge Benefits of Professional HVAC Servicing

It won’t be long before Summer is here. So, it’s a good time to turn our attention to air conditioning maintenance. It’s been months since you fired up the air conditioner, and the last thing you want is an unexpected failure when it’s hot outside.

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There are a host of benefits of professional HVAC servicing but the bottom line is that it will save you money in the long run.
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13 Cool Lighting Ideas for Your Contemporary Living Room

Lighting is one of the most important parts of home décor but is also one of those areas that people tend to overlook, whether it is because they assume prices are out of reach or that lighting is just functional and not decorative. However, when you incorporate lighting that enhances your house’s style, your rooms will feel more complete and you’ll enjoy the space even more.

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When Is the Best Time to Sell a Home? Learn here!

One of the most popular questions I get is, “When is the best time to sell my home?” And it really increases as we get closer to Spring.

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Obviously, not every home is the same but also your particular situation will help determine the very best time to sell your house. | Photo: Tre Pryor

There’s a quick answer but where’s the fun in that? Instead, let’s look at the Top 10 tips that will help you answer this tricky question so you can better understand all the factors at play.

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Tips For Finding Quality Used Furnishings For Your Work-Space

For the typical worker, who is in an office all day long, having the proper type of furniture is essential. Factors such as comfort, style, and cost are all going to impact the options that are selected. In addition to considering individual needs, other important considerations must be made when choosing your used furniture for a workspace. Some tips to help simplify this decision are highlighted here.

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The Big 7 Things Real Estate Appraisers Won’t Tell You

One occupation in the real estate community that can be greatly misunderstood is real estate appraisers. You might think it is a straightforward task—assigning market value to a property—but you’d be wrong.

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Do you think the appraiser knows what your home is worth? He might… but then again he might not get it right.
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Must-Have Home Features for 2016

Even if you just bought your new home, odds are you still have an eye on those home features that got away. For whatever reason, we all constantly want more.

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The fireplace has always been a desired feature, but this year it made it to the top of the “must have” list of home features.
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Top 7 Lies Realtors Tell

Full disclosure, part Deux: I may be the Amur Leopard of the profession because I don’t lie and I’m a Realtor. So as you’re reading keep this in mind. Thanks!

When I first became a real estate agent, I was shocked to find out that public perception of real estate agents was low. But not just “low”… like only a few spots up from used car salesman.

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She seems happy enough but is her real estate agent trying to pull a fast one?
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Travel+Leisure Names Louisville One of the Friendliest Cities in the US

So when you think of the friendliest cities in the US, which ones come to mind? Certainly not anything in the Northeast. The closest they came was Pittsburgh (#7), to which I was a bit surprised having spent a great deal of time there… but this is an entirely subjective contest, to be fair.

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Choose a beautiful setting, bring in some exciting bands, mix in bourbon and great food and Louisville becomes the festive destination that everyone can enjoy! Looking for the friendliest cities in the US? You’ve found one!
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