Homeownership is a goal for many Americans. However, following a good home maintenance checklist may be overwhelming. 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.


home maintenance checklist - Infographic.


Spring Home Maintenance Checklist

Sprint time is usually when the real estate market starts to pick up. It is also a good time to do some maintenance around the house. Below are home maintenance tips to perform during this time of year. Some of the most important activities this time of year, are the ones that will help keep your house protected from the heavy rain that we typically see this time of year.

March Items

  • Some arborists recommend that late…

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Staging a House to Sell

Preparing your home and staging your home before selling is equally important. However, when you are staging your home, you are transforming your home so it is more 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 tips on how to stage a home.

These steps will help you successfully get your home ready to sell. Statistics show that a staged home can have a positive outcome on the sale of your home, and can help you sell your home faster and for more money.

With most home buyers finding their homes online, professional photography is also important. This is when the 'first' showing truly takes…

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Are you thinking about moving to Louisville, KY? We are excited to share with you what it is like living in Louisville. A vibrant city that has so much to offer and has continued to grow at a steady pace over the past two decades. Experiencing great growth for businesses and in real estate. Affordability has been a big part of what drives people here from other states.

Louisville at a Glance

  • 97th percentile for housing markets compared to the top 100 largest metros.
  • Cost of living is nearly 4% lower than the national average.
  • The average commute time is 23.9 minutes, one of the shortest in the US.

Living in Louisville, KY (from a Local)

At first, you may not know what to expect when…

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Louisville is famous for many things, from the Derby, to the Louisville Slugger bat, and to some, even well-known as the birthplace of the Old Fashion.

However, the drink choices don't stop with bourbon. Louisville also has a thriving beer scene you don't want to miss.

Below we will highlight 17 of the best breweries in Louisville that contribute to the city's happy hour. Let's hop to it!

Against the Grain Brewery

Against the Grain Brewery & Public House

Located in downtown Louisville near the East Market District. A staple in Louisville, this brewery is known for its diverse beer range and creative, frivolous names. Their riverside location offers a great location, making it a perfect stop for both beer and meal.

LOCATION: 401 E Main St, Louisville, KY 40202
HOURS: 11 AM - 10…

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Many people dream of building wealth. A goal that can seem more challenging and harder to achieve simply because of a lack of action. One of the strongest wealth-building vehicles over time has been the investment in Real Estate. Not just a dwelling, but specifically in the land itself. The history of real estate investing has surprisingly been traced back to caveman drawings and from the looks of it...it's not going anywhere soon.


Real Estate Investing Quotes

It is all around us, real estate is a major contributor to maintaining a healthy economy. Below are some of the most powerful quotes that can help inspire you to start investing.

  1. "The wise young man or wage earner of today invests his money in real estate." -Andrew Carnegie

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Homeownership comes with a sense of pride and accomplishment while also providing stability for many across the world.

Here in the United States, homeownership is a huge part of the "American Dream". Signifying opportunity. Through hard work, anyone can achieve success and prosperity.

This continues to remain a huge goal and aspiration for people worldwide. Our most recent research discovered notable home ownership rates across some of the largest countries around the world.


Key Takeaway

  • Romania has the highest global homeownership rate, largely due to historical factors and housing affordability.
  • Homeownership is culturally significant in many countries, symbolizing stability, wealth, and success.
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what does under contract mean

With so many people searching for homes online it can be confusing when you see the same home listed on multiple sites but they show a different status.

This is why one of the most common questions people ask is...

...is this home still available?

In real estate, some of the terminology can be used interchangeably which can just add to the confusion. One real estate website may have the home listed as contingent and then another may have it listed as pending.

Leaving home shoppers wondering - what is the difference between pending and contingent?

But first, lets look at when a home is first listed and the status of the home is 'Active'.

What does Active Status mean?

When a homeowner decides to sell their home and they list…

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Louisville, Kentucky, may be known worldwide for the Kentucky Derby and bourbon, but the city also has a thriving food scene. Not only can you find some of the best restaurants around but if you are looking to eat fresh and also support local farmers. There are plenty of great farmer markets in Louisville.

Some of these farms also offer a neat thing called a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture). Where you pay a fee at the beginning of the season and then receive fresh produce throughout the summer. It's a great way to eat fresh and local. How it works is; as a community member, you buy a "share" of the farm's output. This gives the farmers a reliable income, and in return, you get weekly farm-fresh goodies.

1. Bardstown Road Farmers Market

First…

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Popular Derby Festival Events

 What are the Best Kentucky Derby Festival Events?

Looking for something to do in Louisville during the Kentucky Derby? Below is a list of the most popular Kentucky Derby Festivals for 2023. 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 first time, try and get there early so you can enjoy the air show. The air show runs…

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We have gathered a list of the top 22 most popular neighborhoods in Oldham County KY. These communities have either been statistically proven over the years to be in high demand or are newer developments that have been growing in popularity for new homebuyers that are wanting to live in Oldham County.


Top 22 Neighborhoods in Oldham County KY

List of the most popular subdivisions in Oldham County KY (sorted from A-Z).

Ashbrooke

Median Sale Price: $241,500

Ashbrooke is located in Pewee Valley, KY just off of HWY 146 and Ash Ave. This popular subdivision is only minutes away from the Gene Snyder freeway and 20 minutes from Downtown Louisville.

Based on the local statistics from our MLS, houses sold…

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