Top 7 Renovation Mistakes That Can Hurt Your House Value

Most homeowners want to sell their property for the highest price possible. Fortunately, there are multiple ways to do so, and investing in various renovations is one of them. But, blindly renovating anything without proper research and execution can do you more harm than good. In this article, we’re going to cover seven renovation mistakes that you’ll want to avoid.

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Louisville Real Estate Prices by Area

I’ve been writing a “Best Bang for Your Buck” article since 2014. (If you’re interested, I’ll link them at the bottom of this piece.) Somehow I missed writing last year’s article. Something must have interrupted my thinking *cough* *Covid* *cough*. Well, I’m not going to let that disrupt me again! So without further ado, here’s the most current data you can find on Louisville real estate prices by area.

Springhurst continues to be a great value for its prime location.
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2021 Home Staging Trends

Preparing your home for sale is a serious task. It involves several steps and may take away some of your time, but it’s worth it. It can help you find a buyer much faster, but also get a better deal. But the question that bothers sellers the most is – how to make a home attractive for the potential buyer? An important factor centers on current home staging trends.

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Minimalist interior design is most often the best choice for staging a home to sell. | Photo by Francesca Tosolini

The answer depends on the target buyer but also the time of putting a home on sale. That’s why we wanted to share some home staging tips for 2021. As the trends are constantly changing, and it’s good to know what will make buyers want your home at the moment. And this list will help you with that – let’s make your home a star in listing databases. 

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Can You Spend Too Much on a Kitchen Renovation?

Most agree that kitchens are the most important room in the home. But is it possible to spend too much on a kitchen renovation? There are so many costly items that are needed for a great kitchen but real estate experts can help you identify where your money can go the farthest.

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Spend your money smartly and you can have a gorgeous kitchen without breaking the bank. | Image by ErikaWittlieb

Home improvement in the past two years has been skyrocketing! Newbies are joining the ranks of DIYers by the droves. It’s satisfying to tackle simple projects that require a long weekend to finish. In fact, we strongly believe that it’s one of the best ways to spend your free time during these not-so-pleasant circumstances because it’s super productive and can help appreciate your property’s value if you ever plan to list your home for sale.

Sadly, though, one major misconception that continues to fester among both newbies and seasoned veterans alike is the idea that kitchen renovations are inherently expensive. While these certainly incur more expenses than your typical weekend DIY, it’s not impossible to cut down your kitchen renovation budget with a few tweaks to your perspective.

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4 Biggest Mistakes New Real Estate Investors Make

The real estate business can be a very lucrative option for your investing your money. However, it does take hard work and smart decision-making to do it successfully. It requires you to thoroughly know and research the market so that you know how to buy a property at the right price. For new real estate investors, this can be a challenge.

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4 Ways to Decorate Your Walls with Portraits

Artwork, portraits, and paintings can transform not just the bare walls of your home, but they also add personality. The way you decorate your walls can deliver the “Wow!” factor to any room by becoming the focal point that draws the eye. Portraits and art talk about your interests and the important people in your life.

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Interior design is all about taste. But, before your start picking out your favorite pictures and ordering frames, you might want to learn how to blend the pieces with the appropriate backdrops and spots around the house. Here are some quick ideas to get you started.

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The 5 Questions to Ask a Mold Removal Company

Finding mold in your home is most definitely a worrying experience. Whether you’re trying to sell a home with mold in it or not. You can’t ignore mold. Why? Because, depending on the type, it could be very dangerous for the health of everyone in the home. You need to be sure that you hire a mold removal company that does the job properly. This means safely, code, and thoroughly. Your very health depends on it.

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8 Key Things to Know about Florida before Moving There

While many tourists visit Florida for its beautiful beaches and sunny weather, there are those who have been drawn in by the charms of the Sunshine State and decide to stay here permanently. And it’s no wonder, considering that Florida has great weather practically all year round, no state income tax, amazing cultural diversity, and so many other things going for it. But what do you need to know about Florida before moving there?

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If you are considering moving to the Sunshine State, there are a lot of preparations that need to be done. A big part of this involves the logistics behind the actual moving process. Of course, you can always inquire about moving services Tampa residents trust and choose one that can help you. You can also inquire about their packing services for your convenience. 

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Realtors! 5 Ways to Stay Ahead of Your Competition

It’s quite difficult to come up with original real estate marketing ideas. Especially when your full-time job requires you to meet with clients, stay on top of the market, and do 100 other tasks. And we didn’t even talk about your competition. We have to admit, real estate is a tough business. But don’t worry! In this article, you’ll learn how to stay ahead of your competition.

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When people in your market think about different agents, what they’re really doing is comparing those agents’ brands. | Photo by mentatdgt
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Real Estate Marketing Tools That Will Grow Your Business

The real estate business has always been a very competitive market. And unless you’re a veteran realtor, it can be very difficult to start a business in this field. There are many things that need to be considered. Success isn’t guaranteed. But there are a few things you can do to help with this matter, especially when you get your hands on the right real estate marketing tools.

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Technology advancements have made things simpler for real estate agents. There are now many applications and tools that can be used to help them sell more homes, in a shorter period of time. Let’s take a look at a few of the best real estate marketing tools.

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Making Money: 8 Great Investment Tips

Investment is one of the best ways you can ensure you meet your financial goals and retire in comfort. However, people aren’t investing their money. According to one study, as many as 47 percent of Americans are not putting their money into investment opportunities. So how do we find them? This article outlines eight great investment tips.

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Top investors always have a goal and a strategy to reach that goal.

There are many barriers to investment, but the greatest one is fear. You may be afraid that you don’t know enough to start investing. But you don’t need to know how much is a shilling or the difference between NASDAQ and Nikkei to start investing. You only need some money, a little courage, and some advice.

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What Does it Mean If a House Isn’t ‘Up to Code’?

Many homeowners, reeling after a year locked away at home thanks to COVID-19, are wondering how they can make the most of things now. What can people do to make some gains after a year of financial hardships? Thankfully, they don’t have to look far, as the housing market is primed for sellers to take advantage. But what if your house isn’t up to code?

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Because the housing market is so hot right now, people who weren’t considering a sale are definitely thinking about it now. According to HomeLight’s Spring 2021 survey, 97% of real estate agents would dub the market a seller’s market, while 93% of agents say home prices are on the rise in the market.

You really couldn’t find a better time to sell your home. Due to the high demand and low inventory, there’s not much that can get in a homeowner’s way thanks. Well, not much, except code violations, of course. 

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What Are Your Options for Selling a House with Code Violations?

It’s time to sell your house but there is one surprise that you have to deal with first — you find out that your home has code violations. Before you go down a rabbit hole of worrying about how you are going to fix all of the code violations or whether you can even still sell your house, you can consider your options, and the good news is, you probably have more options than you think. Here is an overview of how you can sell a house with code violations, with expert advice from Realtors, to help give you peace of mind. 

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