Articles and News about Residential Real Estate

The Housing Reform and Relocating to Louisville

Housing finance reform has seen progress since its inception and across the nation, house prices are beginning to bounce back. Here in Louisville, the housing industry has seen significant gains as of August.

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Thinking about relocating to Louisville? This post shares of the great reasons why such a move would really pay off.
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When Can You Trust Your Realtor?

Trust. It’s the key facet of every human relationship. Before I became a Realtor, I thought Realtors enjoyed a great reputation. Why? Because my Realtor was a great guy—hardworking and trustworthy. I would refer him to all my friends and family, who each shared glowing recommendations. But how about you? Do you trust your Realtor?

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Can you really trust your Louisville Realtor? That’s a great question. Learn how here.
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The Tried And True Method For Louisville Real Estate Investing

When times are tough or when times are good there is one method of Louisville real estate investing that will continue to work year after year. If you have not yet started a real estate portfolio, learn about this method first.

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Real estate investing in Louisville is not much different than other cities, expertise is the key ingredient.
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Basic Louisville Home Selling Guide

Lately, I’ve written a great deal regarding Louisville home selling. Some very in-depth pieces are listed below:

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Have you thought through all the steps involved in selling your Louisville home?
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The Problem with Mold in a Louisville Real Estate Sale

When you have made up your mind about a Louisville real estate sale and are ready to go ahead and sign the papers, one of the things you need to check first in the house is mold.

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Mold is bad, very bad. But that doesn’t necessarily mean you walk away from a Louisville real estate sale just because the house has mold.
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Hey Louisville! Here’s How to Avoid Common Moving Mistakes

Moving to a new home can be a daunting task. However, much of the anxiety associated with moving can be resolved by educating yourself on the process so you don’t commit common errors.

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Moving is a big deal, potentially fraught with peril. Learn how to avoid common moving mistakes in this article.
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Wood Decks Versus Composite Decks: The True Pros and Cons

The deck. It is arguably the most relaxing place in and around your house that you can escape to at any point in time. We sometimes take for granted what all goes into making the deck your perfect getaway, but you need to figure out which decking is your best option, whether you are redoing your deck or starting from scratch. In this article, we’re going to compare wood decks versus composite decks and help you make your decision.

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There’s nothing quite like spending some of your Summer out on your Louisville deck. Should you choose wood or composite? Read this article and find out!
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3 Big Reasons Your Louisville Home Might Not Sell

Selling real estate isn’t always easy, and no matter how much care and attention you might put into presenting your home beautifully for potential buyers, there are always going to be things that make selling difficult that are beyond your control.

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Some hurdles are very tough to overcome when selling your Louisville home, such as having a large electrical tower nearby.
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Considering a New Louisville Home Purchase? Better Hurry! Financial Reasons Say Sooner Rather Than Later

I just finished reading Thinking of Buying Your Dream Home? Do it quickly! There’s a great deal of wisdom in this brief piece.

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Many factors go into deciding when to buy your new home but two of the biggest—home prices and mortgage rates—are great now but are moving in the wrong direction going forward.
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Louisville Real Estate Agent: The Strategies Of Successful Selling

There is a lot of marketing that goes into selling your home to give your home maximum exposure and display your home in its best possible light.

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Computers play a major role in all of our lives, and this holds true with marketing your Louisville home on our MLS and other websites.
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Why Choose Louisville New Construction? These Benefits for Home Buyers Will Show You the Way

I’ve written a data-driven article about the current Louisville new construction landscape for InsiderLouisville in the past. But today, I want to write about this topic from a personal perspective.

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Are you a designer? Hands-on on personality? New construction in Louisville could be exactly what you’re looking for.

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First Time Louisville Home Buyers Expectations

As a first time Louisville home buyer you may not know exactly what to expect when it comes to house prices or types of homes. It may come as quite a shock to find out exactly what you can afford and what is out of your price range when you’re just starting out.

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First-time homebuyers have many questions. Make sure you get all your questions answered before buying your first Louisville home.
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How to Be the Best Real Estate Agent

On this website, I want to give you great advice on anything and everything that relates to real estate, home improvement, or interior design. Here, I can talk to current real estate agents, other industry professionals, or even someone thinking about entering the business.

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In order to be the best real estate agent, you need to have knowledge, a strong work ethic, and be truly trustworthy.
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Professional Help Makes Difference Selling Vacant Louisville Homes

Sometimes there is no way to avoid selling vacant Louisville homes. If you have had a sudden job transfer or need to leave the area quickly for one reason or another, your house may have to be vacant while you are trying to sell it.

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Selling a home that is vacant is always more challenging as many buyers have a difficult time imagining a room’s purpose.
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