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By Bart Whitmore, Real Estate Agent
(Keller Williams- Louisville)
The Louisville Zoo located at 1100 Trevilian Way, will hold a mulch(hardwood) and compost sale on April 26 from 8am till 11am.You may pay at the ticket window, and pickup will be at the bus parking lot.Prices for the mulch will be $22.50 for a small pickup truck and $35.00 for a medium to large pickup. Compost is also available for $30.00 for a bobcat scoop. For more info you may call 459-2181.
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By Bart Whitmore, Real Estate Agent
(Keller Williams- Louisville)
The city of Louisville will have a junk drop-off on Sunday April 20th at Waste Mangement Landfill, located at 2673 Outer Loop from 101m till 4pm.Residents are asked to seperate any items that may be recycled. They will not accept yard waste,paint, tires, hazardous materials, or commercial trash.Anything with freon , the freon must be removed. materials such as paint,old batteries,chemicals, or fertilizer should be taken to The household Hazardous Material Collection Center which is located at 7501 Grade Lane, The center is open on Wendsday and Saturdays only. The hours are 9am till 3pm.For more information you may call 574-5000. Try to get there early as the lines are usually pretty long.
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By Sean Allen, International Financing Solutions
(International Financing Solutions )
  The Kentucky Derby is held every year on the first Saturday in May. But what many people do not realize is that the Derby is NOT a one day affair. For Louisville, Kentucky it is a two week celebration. It Starts with Thunder Over Louisville and ends with the Derby. During the two weeks leading up to the Derby are numerous events held around town for the enjoyment of the Louisvillians. The most common event are:Thunder Over Louisville .... An air show and fireworks display which is held on a Saturday, two weeks before the Derby. This event has become known around the world and featured on the Discovery Channel.Fifth Third Bank Hole in One contest .... A golf competition to get a "Hole in One" and win $1 Million DollarsGreat Balloon Race .... Numerous Hot Air Balloons take off on the Sa...
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By Sean Allen, International Financing Solutions
(International Financing Solutions )
  After living and growing up in Louisville, Kentucky I can tell you it is a great place to live and visit. Most Louivillians don't realize what all their town has to offer, but Louisville and the surrounding counties has numerous places to visit. If you are looking to visit Louisville or are preparing to move there, you will stay busy for some time exploring the area.Some of the more popular places to visit are:The Louisville Zoo ..... One of the Premier Zoos in the United StatesThe Falls of the Ohio ... You need to access this via the Indiana Side of the riverChurchill Downs ..... Home of the Kentucky DerbyBelle of Louisville  .. Oldest Paddle Wheeler still in service on the Ohio RiverSix Flags Kentucky Kingdom .... Amusement Park / Water ParkMuseums in Louisville:      1. Louisville ...
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By Bart Whitmore, Real Estate Agent
(Keller Williams- Louisville)
Mt Holly United Methodist Church located at 804 Mt Holly Rd in Fairdale Ky, will hold its spring revival starting Sunday morning at 10.30 am on April 13, 2008. There will be a potluck luncheon afterwards.The revival will continue later that evening at 7 pm and will run through Wendsday with each meeting at 7.
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By Joe Hayden Real Estate Team, Your Louisville Real Estate Experts!
(RE/MAX Properties East)
What better way to begin your search for your new Louisville, KY home than on the internet!?! Even with limited technical skills, you will be able to search the Louisville, KY MLS with ease and begin to refine exactly what you are looking for in a home!  Click on this link, Louisville, KY MLS, and you will be directed to a free search form that offers a huge variety of parameters to help you find your new Louisville Home.  This method of searching for a home will allow you unprecedented control and offer you an excellent opportunity to fully research the local market.  Prior to beginning the search, take a moment to jot down your specific wants and needs in a home, and if you haven't already consulted with a mortgage professional, you will want to do this, as well.  You can contact me t...
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By Bart Whitmore, Real Estate Agent
(Keller Williams- Louisville)
I try to do business with merchants located in Louisville ky's south End.  As a resident I try to spend my money on goods and services that are local. Most of the time I try to go out to eat at Okolona,Valley Station, Auburndale, or somewhere else in the south end.I try to buy my gas locally, as well as my groceries.and most of my other supplies. If I need a service I use one of our local service providers  such as a plumber, mechanic, ect. Why not try to keep the money in our neighborhoods?  If you have any questions regarding South End Real Estate please call me at 408-3334, or email me at bartwhitmore@realtymarketplace.com  When it comes to Real Estate in Louisville Ky's South End, I dont just sell it, I live it!!!  If you need to buy or sale a home in Fairdale, Okolona, PRP, Auburnd...
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By Larry Reaves, "Top Producer"
(Semonin Realtors)
A check of condominium activity in the Louisville area indicates a rise in sales from February of this year by 14%.At the same time months of inventory levels have dropped by 8%.Does this suggest a changing tide?Does this could suggest a market bottoming out?  If you have been waiting for the bottom, you'd better make your move soon.
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By Larry Reaves, "Top Producer"
(Semonin Realtors)
Recent activity in the Louisville indicates a rise in sales and a decline in months of inventory. Sales has risen about 30% from January with months of inventory levels shrinking by about 20% for the same time period.Does this suggest a change in tide?If you have been waiting for the bottom of the market to arrive the time could be now.
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By Bart Whitmore, Real Estate Agent
(Keller Williams- Louisville)
Continuing on with our series of tips to help get your home ready for sale in Louisville Ky.Dining room--If you any silver or crystal, be sure to polish all items as this will make them shine.Also set your table as if you were going to entertain that way the potential buyers could see themselfs as entertaing there.In your kitchen--Clean all your appliances, both inside and out, while you are at it make sure all apces work properly.Clean under your sink.Make sure the counter tops are free and clear of clutter, put away  any countertop appliances.Sweep and wax your floors, also clean the baseboards This should help you get your kitchen in order. Part 8 we will look at the bathroom. As always if you have any questions or just need help selling or buying a home in Louisville ky metro area p...
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By Larry Reaves, "Top Producer"
(Semonin Realtors)
5 Things to do Before Putting Your Home on the Market1. Have a pre-sale home inspection. Be proactive by arranging for a pre-sale home inspection. An inspector will be able to give you a good indication of the trouble areas that will stand out to potential buyers, and you'll be able to make repairs before open houses begin. 2. Organize and clean. Pare down clutter and pack up your least-used items, such as large blenders and other kitchen tools, out-of-season clothes, toys, and exercise equipment. Store items off-site or in boxes neatly arranged in the garage or basement. Clean the windows, carpets, walls, lighting fixtures, and baseboards to make the house shine. 3. Get replacement estimates. Do you have big-ticket items that are worn our or will need to be replaced soon, such your roo...
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By Bart Whitmore, Real Estate Agent
(Keller Williams- Louisville)
If you like to fish ,then here is some good news for you.This past Thursday 2 local lakes have been stocked. The lakes are William F Miles Lake no 4 ( off of Shelbyville rd) and Tom Wallace Lake in the Jefferson Memorial Forest in Fairdale. Miles Lake was stocked with 600 channel catfish , 12 inches long, and 600 bluegill. Tom Wallace was stocked with 1000 cats and 1000 sunfish. In addition to this on this Tuesday April 8th, Tom Wallace will be stocked with 2000 Rainbo Trout. Wendsday Miles Park Lake will be stocked with1500 Rainbos.Besides this stocking both lakes are supposed to be stocked again with catfish and sunfish in both May and June. For more info go to www.fw.kygov and then click on fishing. I hope to see you there as I fish at Tom Wallace myself, along with my youngest son. ...
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By Bart Whitmore, Real Estate Agent
(Keller Williams- Louisville)
Are you looking to sell a home in Louisville Ky? Then I may be the right agent for you!! If you want to hear about how many homes I have sold, or how great I am, then Im not going to be the right Real Estate Agent  for you. I wont bore you with my accomplishments, after all its about you!! And your home. Let me show you what I can do for you,and how we can Market your home to sell at an acceptable price, in an acceptable time peroid for you. Lets look at your homes competition,and see what we can do to be competitive, after all anyone can give a home away.I wont give you a lot of fluff, I wont suggest a unsaleable  price just to list your home, and then beat you up to keep reducing the price so it will sell. I dont have an emotional attachment to your home so I will look at it differnt ...
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By Joe Hayden Real Estate Team, Your Louisville Real Estate Experts!
(RE/MAX Properties East)
If you are considering buying real estate in the Louisville, KY area you need access to timely, accurate information about all available homes in Louisville.  Since the internet has presented itself as the ideal way for a home buyer to research the market, decide on a location, consider home features, and prepare for negotiations, buyers have been afforded a new power in the real estate transaction. As well, buyers are better able to communicate with the professionals they will encounter throughout the process of buying a home in the Louisville, KY area.  For example, as a Realtor one of the most important aspects of my job is precise communication.  I must quickly get inside the mind of my clients to comprehend their wants and needs and to provide them with superior customer service.  ...
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By Bart Whitmore, Real Estate Agent
(Keller Williams- Louisville)
.Here Is the Louisville Ky Metro Area Real Estate Market Report for Area 4 which includes Valley Station And PRP for March 2008. Number of homes sold--70 , number sold in Feburary was 51 Average selling price--$103,608.00--Average selling price for Feburary was--$88,342.00 Average days on market--74--Average for Feburary was 84 Median selling Price--$95,900--This is the price where half the homes sold above this price , and half the homes sold under this amount. Number of Homes on the market now--533 Number of Homes under contract now-59   These area's of Metro Louisville are also in the South End of Louisville, if you have any questions please contact me either by phone at 502 408-3334 or by email at bartwhimore@realtymp.com Please visit my websites if you get the chance. My website is...
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By Bart Whitmore, Real Estate Agent
(Keller Williams- Louisville)
These tips will be the same no matter where you live, I myself serve the Louisville Ky Metro Area. Continuing on with our series we are still going over some general interior tips.1--Clean and organize all your closets, also pack or give away any items you wont need untill after you have sold and moved to your new home.2--Remove extra furniture, replace or get rid of worn area rugs.3--Do any general repairs that need to be done. Such as leaking toilets,door knobs that are loose,cracked moldings, closet doors that dont work properly.4--Secure any valuables that you may have. While most agents will try to keep a good eye on potential buyers better safe than sorry.5--Secure any prescriptions, I have heard of people pretending to be buyers to gain access to medicine cabinets, they usually w...
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By Joe Hayden Real Estate Team, Your Louisville Real Estate Experts!
(RE/MAX Properties East)
Recently, I had a listing that was subject to an act of vandalism.  It was a vacant older home that was just on the edge of the residential zoning for the area.  The owners were retired and had already moved to a more suitable home, and were leaving a home they had owned for over 45 years.  It was in dire need of updating both inside and out, it had already sat for six months with another agent, and the owners were unable to spend much time at the property due to medical reasons. I had put the home on a lockbox and agreed to stop by the home at least once a week to check on things, plus one of the owners tried to come just as frequently.  Well, of course I went by one week and an over-zealous recycler had decided to break the glass on the rear door and remove all traces of copper piping...
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 Here is the Louisville Real Estate Market Report of homes sold for March 2008 for Area 6. This is the area that includes the following. Buechel,Highview, Okolona, and Fern Creek.Houses sold-- 105Average selling price-$127,846.00   The price that if you added all the prices of homes sold then divide by number of home sold, this will give you average price.Average days on market--67Median price--$120,000.00       The median price is the price that half the houses sold for more than that price and half the homes sold for under that price.Number of homes on market for March--997Number of homes under contract--141 If you have any questions on Louisville Metro Area Real Estate please feel free to call me at 502 408-3334. You may email me at www.bartwhitmore@realtymp.comYou may also visit my ...
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By Bart Whitmore, Real Estate Agent
(Keller Williams- Louisville)
Here are the March 2008 stats for Area 5  of the Louisville KY MLS which includes Fairdale,Auburndale, and Iroquois Park Area. Homes sold -83Average sales price $105,935.00Average days on market-94Percentage of Listing price--96.43%Median Selling price-$97,000.00Homes currently on the market-571 If you have any questions on this report or a question on Louisville Ky real estate please feel free to call me at 502 408-3334. You may also contact me on my website www.bartonwhitmorerealtor.This is one of the areas of Louisville that many call the South end.
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By Bart Whitmore, Real Estate Agent
(Keller Williams- Louisville)
WHERE- The Kosair Shrine Temple at 812 South Second Street in Louisville KyWhen- Saturday April 5th at 7. pm. It is supposed to last untill 1 am.Buy In- $100.00 That will get you $1000 in chips. I havent gotten the info if there will be rebuys or add ons.Payout -- The Payout  is supposed to be 100%. These payouts are based on 200 entries.1st place-$10,000.002nd-$5000.003rd-$2500.004th-$10005th-$750.006th-$250.007th-$200.008-10-$100.00 There is supposed to be food available( I dont know the cost) and a full service cash bar.For more info  call 502 585- 5412 or go to http://www.kosair.com/ or http://www.derbycitypoker.com/I am not responsible for any of this information. Speaking of poker ------ When it comes to your real estate needs, you will find out that I am "ALL IN"  for you.If you ...
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