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What Is Sustainable Home Design?

Sustainable home design is something that is trending for valid reasons. They align with the sustainability mindset, cut the cost of living, reduce your carbon footprint, and enhance the value of your home. Whether you want to resell the property or own it for a lifetime, sustainability gives it a premium. But you may not know what to look for while buying an energy-efficient home. The design of the property is perhaps the most significant factor in this context. Let us simplify the selection by defining the features that make a home design inherently sustainable.

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3 Ways to Prepare Financially to Buy Your First Home

If you’re wanting to buy your first home in this housing market, there are a few things you should do first. That way you’re in the best possible financial position before you start making moves. So to help you in figuring all of this out, here are three ways to prepare financially for entering the housing market for the first time. 

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6 Things to Consider When Buying a Home as a Senior

Surprisingly, many first-time homebuyers are retirees or older individuals. Many seniors who have lived in their current homes for many years might decide to upgrade to a newer model for reasons like preferring a warmer climate or wanting to be closer to family. So what are the key issues to focus on when buying a home as a senior?

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7 Benefits of Having a Home Warranty for a Rental Property

A home warranty is an insurance policy that covers the repair or replacement of major systems and appliances in a home. For landlords, having a home warranty in place can provide protection against expensive repairs or replacements, as well as peace of mind. In this blog post, we’ll explore seven benefits of having a home warranty for a rental property.

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What Is an HOA and How Does It Work?

You might think that a homeowner association (HOA), or someone you know, has the ultimate say in everything in your community. An HOA’s power is restricted and they cannot do anything they like. First, we’ll discuss what is an HOA. Then, we’re going to cover what they can and cannot do.

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Questions to Ask Real Estate Agents When Buying Property

Although buying a new home is an exciting experience for many, it can also be daunting. The entire process involves completing several steps, all of which can make the home-buying journey stressful. So where to begin? What are the best questions to ask real estate agents?

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Modern Dining Room Design: A Guide

People gather in a dining room to enjoy meals with their loved ones. When designing your dining room, there are many things to keep in mind. By keeping up with current trends, you can be sure that your dining room will feature the latest furniture and interior design elements. Read on to learn more about today’s modern dining room design.

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Steel Rainwater Tank: 5 Reasons Maintenance Is Essential 

Having a home rainwater collection system is an effective way to conserve water and energy. It provides a sustainable solution to the limited source of potable water in the world. A rainwater harvesting setup is efficient for utilizing free water supplied by nature. But what do you know about maintaining your steel rainwater tank?

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Best ROI Advice for a First-time Landlord

Getting a regular sum into your account from your rental property is alluring, specifically for a first-time landlord. But you may not realize the responsibility of being in this business until going knee-deep. Maximizing the ROI of your rental property takes strategic planning and relentless hard work. While you have the option to hire a property manager, it may not be financially feasible for a newbie. Fortunately, you can be a successful DIY landlord even as a beginner, provided you use common sense and follow some rules. Let us share some valuable ROI advice for a first-time landlord.

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Tre Pryor Interview: Interest Rate Hikes’ Effect on Real Estate

Once again my friend and past client, David Mattingly, asked me to be interviewed on WAVE3 news. Today’s topic was interest rate hikes’ effect on real estate, specifically our Louisville market.

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Essential Real Estate Advice in 6 Steps

When you decide to buy real estate, because it’s a high-ticket item, you want to get it right. Once you understand how it works, then you can simplify the entire process. From looking for homes to buy to financing and more, there is a lot to learn. Read on to learn essential real estate advice to help you build your investments.

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6 Keys: Buying Properties that Cater to Tourists

Real estate remains one of the strongest investments out there. If you want to purchase real estate for your portfolio, you’ll want one that’s attractive to renters. These properties tend to have a higher return on investment. Plus, there is less competition than traditional rental properties. When you’re targeting properties that cater to tourists, what do you look for? This article will help!

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Apartments for Sale as Investment Properties

Looking for an apartment by the ocean in 2022? Here’s what you need to know. The real estate market is constantly changing. And it can be tough to keep up with the latest trends. That’s why we’ve put together this guide to help you ask the right questions when evaluating your options as you compare apartments for sale.

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