12 Tips for Cutting Costs with Hidden Home Savings
I don't always love infographics. I used to. But then they became wildly popular and people who weren't information architects or graphic designers were churning these things out like a…
I don't always love infographics. I used to. But then they became wildly popular and people who weren't information architects or graphic designers were churning these things out like a…
Purchasing a property for the purpose of renting it out can be a lucrative move for many individuals and families. Whether your rental home is meant for renting out during special occasions like the Derby, or you’d like a year-round steady stream of income, these tips will help you attract the best tenants.

If you didn’t check out Part 1 in this series—The Psychology of Marketing Real Estate—I encourage you to do so. We started with the most important ingredient, people, and now we’re moving on to the physical product itself… the home!

Choosing a home can feel overwhelming. Not only is a house the largest purchase you will probably ever make but also the home you choose will affect your life every day. However, if you want to know how to find your dream home, read on.

Did that headline grab you? It should! And it’s not an empty promise either. Our current real estate market in Louisville is hot, hot, hot!

Summer is fast approaching, offering the promise of sunny days, warm nights, and plenty of outdoor events. Whether you’re getting ready to uncover the pool or fire up the barbecue, you have endless options for festive gatherings. Light your backyard parties with a special type of glow by using creative outdoor lighting ideas for your party.


As with any business where humans participate, there is a psychology involved. Real estate is no different.
In fact, it’s more varied and diverse because there are a larger number of roles interacting with the buying or selling of properties.
In this article, I’m going to look at the psychology of marketing real estate from the Listing Agent’s perspective. While in my home city’s market is tilted towards home sellers just a few short years back this wasn’t the case.
And even expert Realtors can learn a thing or two when it comes to such an incredibly complex entity we call home buyers.
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Anyone looking to purchase a new home should be very interested to know their credit score. After all, it’s integrally linked to today’s home buying process.

I’m always looking forward to seeing what the future might hold. This is especially true when it comes to trends that apply to our homes. As we’ve all heard, our house is our largest investment ever. Let’s look at some trends in home design for this year and we’ll grade the accuracy of some generally held beliefs.

One of the best parts about being a homeowner is the freedom you have to change things around. Finding ways to enhance the functionality and appeal of a home is no easy task, but well worth the effort invested.

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Looking for Home Maintenance Tips for Spring? You’ve come to the right place! I imagine you’d be hard-pressed to find any Spring home maintenance tip not listed here.

Are you looking for ways to improve your home while enhancing its appearance and value? Updating your bathrooms is a great place to start.

Any time Louisville receives national attention it makes me happy. Is it due to its great real estate conditions? That makes me ecstatic! As you might expect, the best values…
Amazing! This February just set the Louisville home sales record. Real estate is moving!
Our Louisville Home Sales Chart has been updated once again. If you’re new to our site, this is a monthly feature where I create a new chart from the sales data for all of Jefferson County. You may find it located under the Housing Reports drop-down menu at the bottom, labeled “Louisville Home Sales.”
