Which Homes Are Selling the Fastest in Louisville?

We have had a remarkable year for home sales here in Louisville. I’ve talked before about how extremely, low inventory levels are but despite that, we’re on the verge of surpassing last year’s incredible total.

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For the year, Louisville home sales are higher than last year. But not in every price tier. I’m looking to see which homes are selling the fastest here in Louisville, Kentucky.
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11 Tips to Winterize Your Home

Buying your home at a low price has the highest potential for you to get big equity gains. But next on the list, is consistently performing the right home maintenance for your house. These 11 tips to winterize your home are timely and very important. Don’t miss out!

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The cold Winter months are coming. Is your home ready? If not, follow these tips to winterize your home.
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27 Things Your Realtor Won’t Tell You

Well, well, well. What have we here? 27 things your Realtor won’t tell you?!

This couldn’t possibly be one of those “behind the scenes,” tell-all posts that I hear so much about. Well, yes… that’s exactly what it is.

“But Tre! I thought you were one of those honest agents that treats his clients the way you want to be treated?!?”

Never fear, that hasn’t changed. What I’m about to share is what I’ve seen and heard throughout my career. The good news for you is that, once you’ve read this piece, you’ll be armed and dangerous. No more surprises for you, no sir.

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8 Home Improvement Tips to Save Energy & Money

Once you buy a home, there will be constant upgrades to it. Numerous home improvement practices will be implemented. Upgrading your home is an ongoing process that you cannot overlook or avoid. As the name suggests, home improvement enhances several aspects of your home — aesthetic, structural integrity, energy savings, etc. Let us look at some home improvement tips to save energy and also money!

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Replacing an old front door with a brand-new, energy-efficient one will always be a great way to save money and make your home look great in the process.
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8 Tips for Decorating a Small Living Space

Less really can be more. And small living spaces can be comfortable and functional with a little planning. But how do you choose which furniture stays and which will go? If you’re looking for ideas to make your small space more livable, here are eight tips for decorating to get you started.

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Most Expensive Homes in Louisville: 2016 Edition

It’s always fun to take a peek inside the lives of the rich and famous, right? Well… it’s that time of year again. We’re going to take a look at the most expensive homes in Louisville that traded hands during 2016. We’ll also see how this year compares to years past.

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It’s fun to look at beautiful homes, right? Of course, it is.
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How to Avoid the Stress of Buying and Selling a House

Can I get real for a moment? Yes?! Thanks a bunch!

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You don’t have to get stressed out when buying your new home! Learn how to avoid the stress of buying and selling a house and you’ll have a much better experience.

Stress kills. It really does. Avoiding stress should be something all of us should be thinking about. Honestly, we can’t avoid all stress, but reducing it, that we can do. And I’m here to help!

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11 Home Maintenance Tips for Fall in Louisville

Home improvement covers a wide range of topics. Home maintenance tips do as well! I like to break things up into more digestible snacks rather than overload you with everything under the sun. Today we’re looking at just home maintenance tips for Fall in Louisville. How’s that for specific?!

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Here’s an example of what you don’t want your gutters to look like.
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6 Cheap Home Improvements for Energy Efficiency

Making your home energy efficient on a budget can seem a little tricky. With Energy Star appliances dominating the name in efficiency, you may think you need to replace all your appliances just to better your efficiency. To learn about this and more DIY projects you can tackle, keep reading!

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When it comes to cheap home improvements for energy efficiency, adding a new ceiling fan is definitely one to consider.
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The Benefits of Investing In Real Estate

With all of the investment opportunities in the world today, finding the right one for your particular situation can be a bit difficult. We have stocks, bonds, precious metals, and even cryptocurrency. One of the most tried and true methods of investing in real estate. This piece will highlight the benefits of investing In real estate.

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Find the Best Real Estate Agent in Louisville KY

Bit of a bait with that title but stick with me. I’m going to show you how to find the best real estate agent in Louisville with just five easy steps! It’s definitely doable.

First off, how many licensed real estate agents are in Louisville? Well, I used to know. But then our local association changed platforms and now it’s not public. (At least any place I can find.)

It used to be about 3,800 or so. That’s a big number, right? How can we pare that down?!

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Creating a Spa-Worthy Bathroom in Your Master Suite      

Each bathroom in a home holds a different purpose. The guest bathroom should always be neat, clean, and inviting, but also uncluttered. Of course, you want it to look stylish but it should also be functional. Kids’ bathrooms are usually quite whimsical.

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Check out this spa-worthy bathroom! Did you see the jetted tub in the reflection?
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