Articles and News about Residential Real Estate

Management Know-Hows: Tips to Handle Your Property Investment Effectively

Buying a property is only the initial step of being a property investor. The next move is certainly operating and keeping the property. Keep in mind that incorrect management of the property will make your investment fall into a mess.

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Property investment is a primary strategy for those looking to build wealth.
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7 No-Nonsense Tips If You Want to Have a Good Start in Real Estate Investing Business

Kicking off a new business is never a no-sweat endeavor, and it is especially true when it comes to real estate investing. For sure, in the real estate investing business, you will encounter tough obstacles, difficult questions, and moments of failure. Even if you are just starting, you may have thoughts of surrendering at the onset.

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Real estate investing is not something to simply jump into. Instead, be proactive and have a plan.
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Most Expensive Homes in Louisville Kentucky

It’s that time again! Each year I track the most expensive homes in Louisville Kentucky. These are homes that are sold, not houses that have stayed with their current owners. If that were the case, it’d be the same homes each time and that’s no fun.

Last year we saw properties from the $1.32 million house on Belknap Beach Road all the way up to the 170-acre tract of land that sold for $2,150,000. I’m wondering if we should include land in our survey. What do you think? No? Okay, sounds good.

Going forward, no land, only the cream of the crop, the most expensive houses… wait, what about condos? I mean, if one of these penthouse apartments in Waterfront Park Place or The George sold for more than a million, we’d want to see that, right? Yes? Great! I love that we’re all on the same page.

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The Benefits of a Home Warranty

Lying next to the Ohio River, Louisville is Kentucky’s largest metropolis with a population of about 620,000 people. Many more move to this city each year to settle permanently due to the amenities that it offers. There are too many to list! This article will focus on the benefits of home warranty coverage and why you should seriously consider it.

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Certain home repairs can be costly. Replacement is even more so! The benefits of a home warranty can really help the homeowner in the event of a mechanical failure.
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The Louisville Housing Inventory Crisis

The most common thing I’m asked by people I meet is, “How’s the market?” Sounds simple enough. They know I’m a real estate agent and are interested in my work.

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Louisville homes are in greater demand than ever before. But is there enough Louisville housing inventory to satisfy all the buyers?
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5 Tips to Finding the Best Realtor for First Time Home Buyer

Are you a first-time home buyer and you don’t know what to do first? Relax, you’re not alone. You’ve come to the right place. Here are five tips that will help in Best Realtor for First Time Home Buyer.

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The best Realtors for first-time home buyers have these five qualities.
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3 Easy Ways To Fund Your Louisville Home Renovation Project

Do you long for a new kitchen? Or, is it time to replace the floorboards to get rid of that awful squeak? Home renovation is a big business in America, with $325 million predicted to have been spent on remodeling during 2017. Louisville citizens are shunning the “for sale” signs and replacing them with DIY tools and project plans to make their homes bigger and better than ever before. But, with renovations costing hundreds, if not thousands, and homes needing renovations, how can you fund your next project without going over budget?

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How to Turn Your Dream Home Into a Reality

Buying a property in Louisville is one of the most exciting investments you will ever make. Still, it is not without risk. That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t pursue your dream home. In this piece, I’m going to outline the steps you need to take in order to turn your dream home into a reality.

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Could a house like this be your Louisville dream home? | Photo: Tre Pryor
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Why You Need Home Security System Instead of Security Guard

Going away from home is not always a good feeling. If you are going away for a longer period leaving your home all alone, it will keep you constantly worried about the security of your home. By now, I’m sure you’ve considered a home security system. Read on to learn more!

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There are many that can afford to hire their own security guard simply for their home.
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Top 6 Reasons Why Your Home Isn’t Selling

Can we get real for a moment? We can? Good, I thought you might say that. Especially since you just clicked on the link that brought you here. You’re here to find out why your home isn’t selling.

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Sometimes the style of a home isn’t what today’s home buyers are looking for. | Photo: Tre Pryor
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9 First-Time Homebuyer Expenses You Should Know

When people decide to buy a home they might assume that the only expenses they’ll need to make after moving in are the monthly mortgage payment and upgrading the home so it feels like theirs. Prospective homeowners are always shocked when they realize the real cost of owning a home. Understanding all the first-time homebuyer expenses is key to a positive experience!

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Understanding all the expenses involved with buying your first place will make your experience far less stressful.
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Tre Pryor’s Louisville Real Estate 2017 Year in Review

It’s been another outstanding year for home sales in our city. Prices are moving higher as well! Therefore, it must be time for my Louisville real estate 2017 year in review!

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Homes all over the price spectrum sold well in 2017. | Photo by Tre Pryor
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