Homeownership is a goal for many Americans. However, maintaining a home can be overwhelming sometimes. Especially if there are years of deferred maintenance. Below is an easy-to-follow checklist to help you tackle these small tasks each month throughout the year.
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Make sure your gutters are free from any ice dams and icicles.
Inspect fire extinguishers
Clean behind the refrigerator and stove to help better airflow and to prevent from appliances running to hot.
It is important that you change your HVAC filter every 30 or 60 days.
Deep clean your oven. If you eat home cooked meals regularly, they can get pretty dirty. A good cleaning once a year will help keep it nice.
A quick look at the local Louisville housing market and the current average home prices in Louisville KY. Numbers and statistics for Louisville real estate are gathered from our local Louisville MLS for the month of November 2019.
Louisville KY Real Estate Market - November
Number of Homes Sold:
956
Median Sale Price:
$179,700
Days on Market:
35
New Construction Last Month:
36
Louisville Housing Market Report 2019
Looking at the statistics from the Greater Louisville MLS, compared to November 2019, the data shows that homes are selling slightly faster. Inventory continues to lag behind the buyer's demand. Median sale price for Louisville real estate in the month of November is up
Make sure to bring your lawn chairs and set up along the parade route that runs through historic Downtown La Grange. The parade starts at 10:00 am on Saturday, July 20th. Get there early to get a spot in the shade!
When: 10:00 am Saturday, July 20, 2019
Parade Route is reversed this year
About Oldham County Day Parade
Oldham County Day was brought together because of the late Nancy Crass, she was a Project Guild member and resident of La Grange Kentucky. The event started in 1971 and now features over 120 booths. With plenty of entertainment, live music and a large parade backed by community support.
The Oldham County Day Parade features many local organizations, businesses, marching bands, food vendors, artists and more.
Looking for something to do in Louisville during the Kentucky Derby? Below is a list of the most popular Kentucky Derby Festivals for 2019. Best of all, the majority of them take place within a very close distance of Downtown Louisville.
This time of year is clearly the most exciting time for Louisville, let alone the state of Kentucky! If you are not familiar with the tradition - the two weeks leading up to the Kentucky Derby is jam-packed with a ton of events for everyone to enjoy.
1.) Thunder Over Louisville
Thunder Over Louisville kicks off the Kentucky Derby Festival excitement. If attending for the firs time, try and get there early so you can enjoy the air show. The air show runs
Not all firewood is created equally! Find what firewood is best for your home.
Cold weather is officially here and it looks like it will be sticking around for a while! This is the time of year when people enjoy staying inside and relaxing next to a warm fire. Before stocking up on firewood and lighting that fire - let's look at some of the best firewood for your home!
Choosing the Best Firewood
The drier the firewood the better! Fresh cut wood, also known as “green wood” is not ideal. Unseasoned firewood smokes a lot more and is also a leading cause to creosote buildup - which can lead to chimney fires.
Different types of Firewood
Not all firewood is created equally. Understand what you are
[Estimated read time: 6 minutes] - Originally posted May 23rd, 2017
What is Staging a house?
Staging a house is when you carefully, and strategically prepare the interior of the home so it is ready for the market and exposure. Transforming the house so it is appealing to a larger group of buyers and not one's specific taste. There are many different tips, tricks, and techniques for staging a house. Below we will go through some easy, how to stage a house tips to help you get your home ready to sell.
Staging by Category:
Living Room Dining Room Kitchen Bedroom Bathroom Entryway
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Determining how much house you can afford can be tricky!
Many different things factor into the equation. Some of the most obvious are things like your income, how much of a down payment you'll need, your debt to income ratio, and of course your credit score. Below we cover a long list that highlights some of the other factors that help determine how much home you may be able to purchase. This can especially be helpful to first-time homebuyers who might be unsure what their budget may be.
How much home can I qualify for?
Looking further into the most important factors when it comes to how much house can you afford. Some people begin there search online maybe months, if not years in advance. So these numbers, of course, will
Sometimes the thought of buying a home can be intimidating and may also feel out of reach and unattainable. For whatever the reason, homeownership can actually be easier than expected. Below we highlight some home buyer myths you may want to ignore.
You have to put 20% down
Yes, some loans require you to put 20% down but depending on the qualifications...you may actually be able to purchase a home by putting down a lot less! Some loans will even allow you to put down as little as 3.5% down. Also, depending on the location, some rural housing loans even allow buyers to obtain 100% financing.
These can be great opportunities for first time home buyers that can not afford a large down payment, closing cost, and inspections. If you are unsure,
When summer is in full swing and kids are out of school, it's a great time to get outside and visit some of the top parks in the area. Below are some of the best playgrounds and parks to visit around Oldham County KY.
Evidence shows that when residents have easy access to local parks, it helps increase the quality of life for the neighborhood and the community.
Top Parks in Oldham County KY
Most parks are usually open year round but you will tend to see more activity and visitors during the warmer months.
1. Wendell Moore Park
Many people looking for Oldham County homes for sale also want to know where are the closest parks. Wendell Moore Park is definitely one of those parks to visit. A favorite park for many residents in
Good news! The value of your home has gone up. The bad news is your property taxes likely have too.
With a little bit of luck, you may be able to appeal your Louisville property taxes if you believe they are inaccurate.
How does the PVA Determine Property Values
Each time there is a sale in your neighborhood the local PVA office will enter the data into their system to record the transaction. The sale price will then represent the value of the property for approximately the next two years.
However, the Jefferson County PVA uses a computer-assisted mass appraisal system (CAMA) to determine the property values for more than 250,000 homes. This algorithmic system is closely monitored to make sure the current market value of your home is
