When looking for a house, there are many factors to consider like price, size, number of bedrooms, age, location, and future value. A large number of home buyers start with their budget but if you are buying a family home for the long run, it might be a good idea to start with what you need first and add in a few “wish list” items. In this piece, we’re going to look at the top three things you need to nail down to find a house that fits your family’s lifestyle. Let’s start!
Getting a good deal can be important but even more so, buy a house that fits your family’s lifestyle.(more…)
Selling equity in your home can be the smart move, depending on your situation. Maybe you want to build your dream home. Maybe you want to take that vacation you’ve always dreamed of.
Selling quickly isn’t rocket science. There are tried and true methods to help you get it sold and get your equity out.(more…)
It’s that time of year again! This is one of my favorite articles to write, not exactly sure why. Maybe it’s the competitor in me that enjoys watching how the most expensive neighborhoods in Louisville Kentucky battle it out for top billing.
In 2013, Spring Farm took home first place. The following year it was Glenview. Last year, Harrod’s Glen landed in the top spot… what will it be this year?
People ask me all the time, “Can I afford to buy a home?” If that’s you, you’ve found the right post! Of course, everyone’s details are different. But, this article will provide you with the framework needed to answer this very question.
Putting more money down in the purchase of their home is more than just a smart decision, people have learned that it also brings peace of mind.(more…)
Buying a new home is a big deal, right? Definitely! Buyers need to get a home inspection. Of course. But wait! What about all the things home inspectors will not tell you? That’s what you have me for my friends. Let’s get started!
Talk is cheap but what matters when it comes to home inspectors? | Photo: Home Water Softener Reviews(more…)
Mortgages are highly specialized financial products. The actual interest rate you pay will be based on a number of factors. The following are sure to be part of the picture:
Louisville mortgage rates play a large role in determining how much home you can ultimately purchase. | Photo by Tre Pryor.(more…)
Hello, my friends! It’s that time of year again when I tackle my annual Louisville real estate year in review post. I’ve been completing this task faithfully, in one form or another, since 2008. Some you may find at InsiderLouisville while most are here in the LHB archives.
Can you remember back to our busy Summer months? It seemed a blur of activity. | Photo: Tre Pryor(more…)
If someone is house shopping during the holiday season, they likely need to move soon. And they may be in a hurry to secure a deal in time to get the tax benefit.
The holiday season offers unique opportunities for selling your home.(more…)
We have had a remarkable year for home sales here in Louisville. I’ve talked before about how extremely, low inventory levels are but despite that, we’re on the verge of surpassing last year’s incredible total.
For the year, Louisville home sales are higher than last year. But not in every price tier. I’m looking to see which homes are selling the fastest here in Louisville, Kentucky.(more…)
It’s always fun to take a peek inside the lives of the rich and famous, right? Well… it’s that time of year again. We’re going to take a look at the most expensive homes in Louisville that traded hands during 2016. We’ll also see how this year compares to years past.
It’s fun to look at beautiful homes, right? Of course, it is.(more…)
Can I get real for a moment? Yes?! Thanks a bunch!
You don’t have to get stressed out when buying your new home! Learn how to avoid the stress of buying and selling a house and you’ll have a much better experience.
Stress kills. It really does. Avoiding stress should be something all of us should be thinking about. Honestly, we can’t avoid all stress, but reducing it, that we can do. And I’m here to help!
Bit of a bait with that title but stick with me. I’m going to show you how to find the best real estate agent in Louisville with just five easy steps! It’s definitely doable.
First off, how many licensed real estate agents are in Louisville? Well, I used to know. But then our local association changed platforms and now it’s not public. (At least any place I can find.)
It used to be about 3,800 or so. That’s a big number, right? How can we pare that down?!
Homearama is like a Holiday for me, I simply love it. From the exterior architecture to the latest in interior designs… and it’s all brand new! What’s not to love?
I like to arrive early to avoid the rush… but then again so did a couple hundred other folks. | Photo by Tre Pryor(more…)
I was asked to participate in an expert interview on the topic of home improvements and buyer trends. The company is based in Dallas, Texas, and has published this piece…
Welcome to my third and final piece to the puzzle on the Psychology of Marketing Real Estate. This time we’ll be looking at the “where.” If you missed either of the first two parts, I’ve linked them here:
The Internet has forever changed the way we market real estate.
Where Part 1: Who looked at the people involved in the real estate process and Part 2: What looked at the home itself, today we’re going to focus on the places or locations where the actual marketing will take place. It’s traditionally the kind of real estate promotion that we’re all familiar with.
