Here’s an article that I’ve typically published in May. For reasons unknown, it was skipped this year. Who knows? Maybe I was slammed. In any event, better late than never, right? I’ll make it quick. Here are home prices by county, for those that surround Louisville, Kentucky.
Here you see the average sale price of homes by county, in and around Louisville, Kentucky for 2019. (Vertical axis values have been modified from last year.)(more…)
Welcome to our annual parade through the grandest, most extravagant homes in the city. It’s actually one of my favorite articles of the year! Who doesn’t like looking at nice things? What began in 2013 has continued to this day. If interested, here are a few of the previous installations: 2016, 2017, and 2018.
If you’re talking about expensive homes, they better look incredible like this one, right?(more…)
You can’t take any chances with little kids running around. Is your house as safe as it could be? I mean, everyone wants their home to be as safe as possible, right? Here are five toddler-proofing tips every parent should know.
Even though the purpose of a living room varies from home to home it’s often the socializing space. For some people, a living room is like an art gallery or showroom that is set apart for guests. For others, it’s the place where the family comes together. So what is the optimal way of arranging living room furniture?
Buying a property is never an easy task. There are so many things you should be taking into consideration. From the year when the house was built, the materials used, the size of the house, its location, and its proximity to your areas of interest. But no matter what kind of home you love, you should also pay special attention to the garage. In this article, we will have a closer look at the key measurements for the perfect garage and their importance.
Some buyers looking for a new home make the perfect garage priority #1. | Photo by Tre Pryor(more…)
Our home is one of the most valuable assets that we own. After all, if you’ve lived in a house for more than ten years and made it look the way you always wanted to, a lawsuit is the last thing you want to happen. In this article, we will outline six ways to protect your home from a lawsuit.
You may not have a home this magnificent but you still want to protect the home you have!(more…)
The sad fact is that a lot of people simply can’t afford – or don’t have – the amount of space that they would like in their property. Yet, that doesn’t have to mean that small homes cannot be embraced and fully optimized for spacious living. There are many simple hacks and changes you can make your home feel bigger and create a larger sense of space. Here’s how.
Custom furniture really stands out. It also allows you to get more precise with the perfect furniture size to make your home feel bigger.(more…)
It’s that time of year again! Each year near the beginning of September I write a piece, that I think of as the “Best Bang for Your Buck” article. Beginning in 2014, this piece ran on Insider Louisville. The following year I published a new one. Today is the day I release the most current version. It can’t be found anywhere else. So, let’s jump right in and find out where you can find the best real estate deals in Louisville Kentucky.
Raise your hand if you thought that Lake Forest real estate was a great deal.(more…)
If you have a big yard, then you will most likely buy a lawn mower straight away. However, when you have just a couple of patches of grass in your yard, then you might want to rely on other, cheaper options to maintain them. Have you ever thought about a DIY lawn mower?
Real estate isn’t just a matter of training how to “talk” to people and convincing them to buy your property. A huge part of it is ensuring you’re providing them with the kind of product that they’ll surely buy – not just because they want it, but because it’s the best option for them. Home Selling 101 is putting your home’s best foot forward. From the elements of the property itself to the updates to the presentation—making sure everything is in tip-top shape. Below are four keys to focus on that will make your house sell quickly for the highest possible price.
Home Selling 101 means presenting a property that looks great with little to any flaws that might put off prospective buyers.
1. Aesthetics Seal the Deal
What exactly does the house look like? A huge part of what seals the deal when it comes to house selling is its appearance, so it’s important to make sure your house for sale looks like something people will come home to.
Buying your first condo is not similar to any other thing you have done before. You must consider numerous factors before making an offer. But why should you choose a condo and not a family residence? The answer is simple, most of them are sold at a more affordable price. Depending on where the property is located, you can also benefit from amenities like a pool, a tennis court, or a fitness center. Caring for and maintaining a condominium is simple, and it’s the perfect choice for someone who is going to buy their first home.
Fence installation may seem like a typical and straightforward project for some homeowners until they factor in one important variable in the equation—their next-door neighbors. Technically, you don’t need your neighbor’s permission to build a fence between your properties. However, common courtesy dictates that you inform your neighbor about your plans of building a fence in advance. In this fence installation guide, we’re going to cover all the items you’ll want to address before anyone starts digging. Let’s begin!
In this fence installation guide, we look at the five main things to cover before anyone starts digging holes for fence posts. (more…)
Quartz is often called an “engineered” stone because it is not made from only quartz. It is also known as a “compound” or “cultured” stone material. Quartz countertops are never fully comprised of simply quartz but varying materials such as resin, cement, silica, ceramic, and other polymeric materials.
Thinking it’s time to replace your windows? There was a time when the more glass windows your house had, the wealthier you were presumed to be. In fact, for a time in colonial America, there was a tax on windows to support the Revolutionary War effort. The poorest folks, the ones with only wooden shutters instead of glass, were spared.
Unlike this home, older houses typically have older materials. Is it time to replace your windows?
Now, of course, shutters are typically just for decoration. Not only can everyone have windows, but the more the merrier. Their style and placement influences every aspect of a home’s interior; from how bright or dark a room is to where the furniture will fit. Not to mention the significance of the views looking outside.
If you’re buying an older house or looking for a great home improvement project, the most important consideration is to get replacement windows that provide great climate control while conserving energy. Beyond that, there are a wide number of design options to explore. If you do a search for window companies near me, you’ll find a pro who can guide you to the right choice for you and your home.
Garages can be more than simple storage spaces. Doing a DIY garage flooring project can add value and some style to your home. Because working on the garage floor is mostly labor, doing it yourself can really save you some money! There are a number of possible choices, but check out these three great options to see what you think.