Articles and News about Residential Real Estate

Is it Better to Furnish a Home to Sell It?

If you are currently living in your property while it is being marketed, then it is likely to be furnished. But what happens if you don’t live there, perhaps because you have already moved out or it was a rental? Do empty rooms with no furniture make it harder to sell a property? More often than not, it’s a good idea to furnish a home to sell and we’ll tell you why.

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A well-staged space will always garner a higher sales price than an empty space. | Image by Rudy and Peter Skitterians
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Does it Pay to Go Green? Solar Panels Increase Property Values

Are you a homeowner that wants a smart home? One way to make your smart home smarter is by installing solar panels. While you may not be entirely independent of the electric grid, if you choose a grid-tied system, you will have a separate power source—the sun—that will power all the gadgets in your home. Not only will you lessen your carbon footprint, but you will also save money with your solar panels. But there’s an additional question, “Do solar panels increase property values?”

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In almost every market in the U.S., solar panels increase property values. Just check with your HOA before signing any paperwork.
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7 Design Ideas for Small Courtyard Gardens

A large garden leading down to open rolling fields may well be the dream for many. But the reality is that the work and expense involved in maintaining a large chunk of land can turn that dream into a rather costly nightmare. Most of our homes will include more modest, small courtyard gardens or outdoor spaces.

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There’s no reason your small courtyard garden couldn’t look this amazing.
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6 Louisville Areas to Consider If Relocating

Our needs, aspirations, and requirements evolve over time. We build families, change priorities and start enjoying different living conditions. That’s why there might be a moment soon when you’ll realize you should move to the suburbs. More space, lower cost of living, relaxed lifestyle – these are some of the reasons why people decide to move a bit further away from the city center. If you’re planning to relocate to Louisville, Kentucky we’d like to highlight six Louisville areas to consider.

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This view from above highlights the size of the homes and their proximity to one another.
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4 Ways Gutter Repair Can Boost Your Home’s Value

Your home is your and your family’s shelter and a valuable investment. Keeping the interior and exterior pristine is crucial if you want the home to last longer and enhance its curb appeal. Do you need gutter repair? Here are the benefits of keeping them in good working order.

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If your home is in need of gutter repair, there are some worthwhile benefits to taking care of it quickly.
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2023 Louisville Real Estate Promotion – Save Thousands!

News about real estate today is all over the board. The worst sounds like “the real estate market is doomed!” While some only parrot what they hear from the national outlets. But here in Louisville, Kentucky I’ve been crunching the numbers and analyzing the results since 2006. Here’s the truth, “2023 is still a tremendous year to sell your home.” And with my new promotion, it gets even better!

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Whether buying or selling, if you take advantage of this promotion you can save thousands of dollars!
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What Is the Biggest Problem with Slate Roofs?

As a homeowner, you get pleasure from living in a beautiful home. One of the largest items that lend character to your property is its roof. A roof can add to the curb appeal while also enhancing the architectural style of the home. It is an investment that you may only have to make once in your lifetime. At Slate Roofing Indianapolis we have witnessed how discerning clients love their slate roofs because of the dimensional look they add to roofs while lasting for decades or more.

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How to Make Your Rental Property More Attractive to Tenants

Being a landlord is about more than just providing properties to tenants. It is crucial that you consider how comfortable and happy your tenants will be in your property and find ways to boost their quality of life in your rental home. Being a good landlord is the best way to ensure you find and keep the best possible tenants. But what about other ways to make your rental property more attractive to potential tenants?

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How to Write Property Descriptions That Sell

The property sale is an art in its own form. You need to plan everything to a “T” in order to get the best deal. However, property sellers aren’t always experienced in such work. In fact, they tend to face first challenges as early as writing the property description. Making your potential buyers feel in love with the property you sell is a complex task. You need to maintain a perfect balance between selling a dream and reality. In this piece, we are going to teach you how to write property descriptions that really work!

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How to Сreate the Perfect Study Space in Your Home

Having a perfect study space in your home can significantly increase your success chances in school. That’s where they get all their homework done, concentrate on assignments, and do most study planning for the week/semester. Yet, creating such a study corner takes some effort and skills. After all, it has to be both comfortable and practical. Young people will spend most of their free time there, especially during exam sessions. So, they need to enjoy their stay in the study space. So, let’s see some tips on how to find a great home office space.

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Not every house will have a dedicated home office but it’s possible to find a study space in almost every home. | Photo by Andrew Neel
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4 Step Checklist When Downsizing Your Property

Downsizing your property happens more and more as empty-nesters no longer need so much space. Families change over time. So the large home you needed when there were kids running around may just be more than you can handle. Downsizing can also help to reduce costs on both short-term and long-term bills, such as mortgage payments or utility costs.

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Decluttering is essential when downsizing your property. | Photo: Image by M. H.
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How to Pick a Modular Home Floor Plan for a Growing Family?

While modular homes tend to be less expensive than site-built houses because they’re built off-site and then moved into place, they still cost more than most apartments or condos. Before shopping for your modular home, you must decide which modular home floor plan best suits your needs.

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Home Improvement Ideas Before Selling Your Kentucky Home

When it comes to selling your Kentucky home, you want to get the best price possible for it. To do this, you need to make sure that your property is in top condition and looks its best. This means that you should take some time to look into a few home improvement ideas before selling your home. Whether it’s simple updates or more extensive renovations, these ideas can help increase the value of your property and make potential buyers fall in love with it. In this article, we will discuss a few helpful home improvement tips to consider before putting your Kentucky house up for sale.

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3 Big Home Improvement Tips for Winter

Winter is definitely a time to huddle down and enjoy your home comforts, but what happens if your home is not as comfortable as it could be? Whether you’re thinking about selling your this winter or not, it is the perfect time to make some changes where you can. With that said, let’s look at the big three home improvement tips for winter.

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Before the horrible weather arrives, it’s a great time to prepare your home for winter.
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