Best Louisville Neighborhoods: Hillcrest
Hillcrest, like Sutherland, is one of Louisville's larger high-end neighborhoods. Located just across the Oldham Co. line on Highway 42, Hillcrest boasts some large lots, rolling hills, and some amazing…
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Best Louisville Neighborhoods: Glen Oaks
GlenOaks is located in a gorgeous part of Louisville in the northeast part of Jefferson County and even spills over into Oldham County. Just east of The Villages of Springhurst,…
October 2007 Home Sales in Louisville, KY
When compared with September numbers, it looks like everything is higher—Sales, Avg. Price, and Days on Market. Let us know how helpful this information is to you. October 2007 AREASALESAVERAGEDoM0…
Louisville Housing: Good News vs. Bad News
There seems to be a never-ending flow of negative news coming from news outlets these days; especially regarding the housing market. True, it’s a tough time for sellers given all the inventory out there. But the “silver lining” is that home values continue to rise in Louisville. That’s certainly good news.
September 2007 Home Sales in Louisville, KY
Today marks the first time we're going to publish monthly home sale numbers here on Louisville Homes Blog. If there's another piece of data that you would find helpful, just…
Louisville Ranked #7 on Livable and Affordable Matrix
Found this neat little post on Students of Success that holds Louisville real estate in high esteem. The 10 most livable and most affordable metro areas as determined by criteria…
Louisville Family Showcases Their Flipping Skills
With foreclosures up and more urban properties that need updating, the idea of flipping a house is becoming more and more common. So common, in fact, that TLC has a show entirely devoted to the idea called Flip That House.
Are Solar Homes Coming to Louisville?
Louisville may not be Yuma, Arizona, which leads the nation with a 90% chance of having a sunny day, but we’re ahead of Chicago, Detroit, and Cincinnati! This is according to the National Climatic Data Center. What constitutes a sunny day anyway? More than 50% of hours with at least some sunshine?
Louisville Public Schools, A Success Story
Even if you have never considered public education for your children in other parts of the country, you should look at what is offered in the Louisville public school system. It will really surprise you!
Moving to a new home can be an ordeal for any family. The issues that you face while house hunting is compounded even more when it involves school-aged children. Relocating to Louisville may be one of the most difficult transitions because the school system is so complex. The good news is that Louisville offers some pretty amazing educational opportunities. The bad news is that you have to be very well informed in order to make the best choice.
(more…)Is Upsizing Your Home a Smart Choice?
In Terri Cullen's piece, The McMansion Effect, she delves into the idea of homeowners opting to renovate rather than relocate and how home values rise and fall based on trends…
Louisville’s Buyer Market Continues
While the housing market is showing signs of increasing in terms of the number of transactions, it still remains a strong buyer’s market. What this means is that inventory—the number of homes currently listed—is quite high and that gives buyers more choices. More choices mean more competition for the sale which, in turn, pushes prices down.
Open Letter To Sellers
Dear Seller,
The first rule is do not despair. The second rule is “Make your home shine!” To begin this journey, totally lose your seller instincts and put yourself in the buyer’s seat.
High Tech Toys Entice Homebuyers in Louisville
There is so much that goes into a home-buying decision. With Homearama 2007 starting in just a few short weeks, I know many people (hey guys… this means you!) are thinking about new home theater options or another cool technology that you might want to incorporate into your home.
New Home Numbers Up in Louisville
Louisville generally doesn't experience the highest highs nor the lowest lows, which generally makes for a more sane situation. On the housing front, today we learn: Building permits for one-…
Second Home Is a Dream for Many
It’s not just the wealthy who are buying second homes anymore. More and more baby boomers are working towards having a second home ready and waiting for their retirement years.
