Tips for Finding a Qualified Home Inspector

Whether a house is 5 years old or 50 years old, there are a ton of serious issues that could be hiding from a prospective buyer’s view.  Issues with the structure, the plumbing, the electrical work, and the foundation. And these issues may lead to health issues, fires, severe water damage, injuries, and thousands of dollars in repairs.

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A few tips that will help you find a qualified home inspector will make your overall real estate transaction much better. | Image: Shutterstock
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Five Great Home Improvements to Help Sell Your Louisville Home

Getting your house into shape and ready for sale is important if you want to achieve top dollar and not get squeezed by your buyer. You don’t want to spend a lot of money on a property that you are going to sell. Too many sellers cut the wrong corners and end up getting less money for their homes than they could have done.

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A bathroom makeover is one of the best home improvements you can do to help sell your Louisville home.
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Louisville New Construction Takes Flight at Homearama 2014 – Full Report

Since 2007, I’ve been covering Louisville’s new construction showcase, Homearama, and before that, my wife and I went… just for fun! In this piece, I’ll share my thoughts on the homes that were part of this year’s Homearama 2014 at Shake’s Run, as well as, highlight some of the trends I see as new construction changes and evolves.

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After a cloudy start, the sun showed brightly on Louisville’s 2014 Homearama.
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Things to Consider While Choosing a Proficient Natural Gas Fireplace

A natural gas fireplace could prove to be one of the best ways to bring a touch of coziness to a home. They are a great source for heating a room when the power goes out, as it spreads warmth after a brisk winter walk or helps in adding a bit of romance on a special evening.

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A stylish natural gas fireplace, like this one, is a real eye-catcher.
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Forbes: Louisville 8th in Most Affordable Cities

Another year, another award for the great city of Louisville, KY. According to Forbes, Louisville ranks 8th of the most affordable cities in the U.S. How great is that?

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Are you looking to move to one of America’s most affordable cities? You should consider the amazing city of Louisville, Kentucky. National recognition is nice, but we all know our city is a gem.
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Top 10 Things to Consider When Contemplating a Louisville For Sale By Owner (FSBO)

In a National Association of Realtors® survey, only 9% of all transactions were done without the help of a real estate professional. This is a percentage that has been dropping steadily for years. So clearly, completing a Louisville for sale by the owner is a tough proposal.

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Louisville Home Decor: Choosing Furniture for your Home

Furniture has a large impact on how your home will look and more importantly, feel. You could curate a living room full of iconic pieces that make a grand statement about your excellent taste and enormous wealth, but if the room does not feel comfortable to sit in, then it is all for nothing! Read on to learn more about Louisville home decor and how you can enhance your living space.

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Choosing the best Louisville home décor starts with making good furniture choices that complement your style.
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Selling My Home In Louisville: What To Focus On

If you’re thinking, “Selling my home in Louisville is going to be difficult” then here are a few tips that will help it easier. Just because there’s competition out there, your home can still shine above the rest.

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