We Have a Wonderful Opportunity for You

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We need real estate agents ASAP. It doesn't matter if you want to join the team or if you want to work independently - we need your assistance!

So, why join the JP Pirtle Team?

• We spend over $200,000 per year on advertising for our company and our listings.
• We expect to sell 400 homes this year, and we expect to sell more next year.
• We provide you with guaranteed leads - we generate 1,000 leads per month.
• Our training program is second to none.
• We have a full-time administrative staff to assist you throughout the entire process.
• There are no royalty fees, no desk fees, and no monthly fees.
• We offer a guaranteed 3-month income for you when you start out.

We have all the tools necessary to help you succeed. We need licensed agents that can begin working immediately. If you or anyone you know would work in this role, please don't hesitate to contact John Holtzinger at (502) 458-2722.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Dream J.P. Pirtle Realtors Are Hiring Immediately! - Must Have a Real Estate License

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The Dream J.P. Pirtle Team is looking for a motivated, hard-working agents to join our team. Here are some reasons our team may be a good fit for you.

1. Guaranteed 3 Month Income: We realize that the first 3 months can be very hard for most agents. So, for the right people we offer a 3 month guaranteed income program. 
2. Marketing: We spend tens of thousands of dollars a year promoting our company and our listings. We recognize how important it is to get our agents name recognition, so we spend a lot of money trying to do just that.
3. Guaranteed leads: Last month alone we generated over 800 leads between buyers and sellers. This year we're projected to sell over 375 homes - because of our success, we need some help in providing top-notch service to our clients.
4. Training: We have a fantastic national trainer who is very hands on. He's still in the business, as he owns his own company and continues to work with buyers and sellers.
5. Full-time administrative help: Our team includes a lead, a closing, and a listing manager to help guide you through whatever process you may need help with. We don't charge royal fees, desk fees, or monthly fees, so you can enjoy the help without having to pay for it.
6. We pay for your personal marketing: Your personal marketing is part of the package when you join our team. 
7. You can work with buyers and sellers alike: Most teams only allow you to work with buyers when starting out. We allow our agents to work with sellers because we recognize you need experience with both to be successful.
8. Great commissions: We feel our commission splits are among the highest in the industry.
9. You still have a life: The purpose of life is to enjoy it - not work all the time. We don't have set hours or a set schedule. We allow you to work from home as well as here in the office. Our lead management system is one of the best out there, which means you can work leads from anywhere an internet connection is available.

If you or anyone you know is trying to enter the world of real estate, give us a call. We are looking to hire two hard-working, motivated, and personable agents to help us continue our success. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

The Current State of the Louisville Market

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Today, we’ll review numbers from September in the Louisville real estate market. September was a great, record-breaking month. We broke our record in August and then again in September. We’re very fortunate for all of your referrals, as they have played a big role in our recent success!

There were 6,044 homes on the market in September, compared to last year’s 7,400. The number of houses on the market is still low for us today and this is great. The absorption rate is at 4.56%, compared to last September’s 6%.

The average sale price is about the same. As of September, it’s $184,000. It was only $1,000 less this time last year. The average days on the market decreased. September’s average was 69 total days. Last year’s average was 84 days. The average number of houses sold was just under 1,500. Last year, we only sold 1,241 total houses. This is a good improvement.

Let’s talk about rates. Interest rates are at approximately four percent for a thirty-year fixed mortgage. The interest rates were a little more this time last year. Undoubtedly, it’s a great time to buy and sell.

This week's quote is: “You know you’re staying in a nice hotel when the towels are so thick, you can barely fit them in your suitcase,” by Yogi Barra.

Send me some quotes and I just might share them on a future post! Thanks for your referrals - we appreciate your continued support. If you have any real estate questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to us. We would love to hear from you!

Louisville Real Estate Market Update

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Today, I want to give you a market review for August of 2015. August was another very good month for the real estate market, so let's get right to the numbers.

In August, we had 5,920 active listings on the market. 5,920 might seem like a lot of inventory, but it's 1,500 less than 2014. This low inventory creates a seller's market.

Right now, we're at a 4.49 month absorption rate, as opposed to last August, where the absorption rate was over 6 months. Here are a few other pertinent numbers:

• The average sales price was over $200,000 compared to $193,000 in 2014.
• The average number of days on market for a home was 75 days. Homes are selling quicker, as last year the average was 85 days.
• In August of 2014, 1,538 homes sold last year, which is a slight increase from 1,524.
• Interest rates are still historically low, hovering around 4.3%.

That's our market update. Although we are in a seller's market, the low interest rates make now a great time to buy a home. And now, here's the quote:

"There is either do or don't. There is no try." -Yoda, Star Wars

As always, if you have any questions, give me a call or send me an email. We look forward to hearing from you!

Full-Time ISA Needed! Minimum 40k per year!

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Today, I need your help. We are looking for an ISA/Lead Manager for our company.

An ISA is an inside sales associate who will spend their day calling buyers and sellers and managing our leads. We get a lot of leads, sometimes over 1,000 a month, so this is a very important position in our company.

This is a full-time position with a guaranteed salary. We offer bonuses, and you'll have a set work schedule, paid vacation, and sick days.

We're looking for someone who is honest, hardworking, organized and goal-oriented. Sales experience is important; you don't necessarily need experience with phone sales, but sales experience is crucial. You also have to be comfortable with being on the phone for about 80% or 90% of the day. Real estate experience is not required, but it is a plus.

If you're interested, please send your resume to John Hopesinger at JohnH@JPPirtle.com, or call John at (502) 458-2722. Make sure to follow up - that's a required skill for ISAs! We look forward to hearing from you!

How Has the Louisville Market Been Improving?

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The summer is nearly over in Louisville, now is a great time to go over some of the latest numbers. We are going to take a look at our current numbers, comparing them to the figures we saw at the same time last year.

Here’s what we have been seeing.

• Right now we have about 6,000 homes on the market, the highest figure we have seen all year.
• Our absorption rate is steady at 4.65 months, down from 6 months at this time last year.
• The average sales price has risen, from $191,000 in 2014 to $193,000 now. 
• The average days on market for a home has dropped dramatically, from 90 days to 70 days this year. 
• As for the number of homes sold, that has increased too. Last year we sold 1,500, this year the figure is 1,750.  Keep in mind that these numbers are for the entire Louisville MLS, not just our team (although we wish it were!).
• Current interest rates still sit at historically low levels, right now the average is around 4.65%. 

Now for the quote of the month: “People will see your power when you believe you have it.”

I love that quote and I love quotes in general. If you have a quote you love too, send it my way. If you have any other questions, feel free to send us an email or give us a quick call. We’d love to help out!

What Can We Expect from the Real Estate Market in Louisville?

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It's extremely hot outside, but our local real estate market is also experiencing some heat right now.

Today I'll go over some basic market statistics to give you a better idea of what's happening in the Louisville real estate market.

• There are currently 5,925 homes on the market, and we had over 7,000 homes listed for sale last year at this time
• Our current absorption rate is 4.67 months, and last year it was sitting just under 6 months
• The average sale price has increased, and it now sits at $205,000
• The average days on market is at 82 days, which is down from 88 days last year
• The number of houses sold in June was 1,868, which is a higher number than we saw last year
• Interest rates are at 4.5% right now, which is higher than it has been in the past, but these are still extremely affordable rates

I always like to finish with a quote, so here you go: “We deserve nor owed nothing. We only get what we desire to earn, leverage to negotiate, or power to take.”

If you have any questions about this information, please don’t hesitate to contact me. I’d be very happy to speak with you about the Louisville real estate market!

Is the Louisville Market Performing Well This Summer?

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Hey everyone, thanks for checking out our blog. Today we are going to give you a Louisville market update, comparing the market statistics through May of 2015 with the numbers through May of 2014.

The market is still red hot right now. We are seeing improvements in the market nearly across the board. Here are the latest numbers, through May 2015, which we are going to compare to the numbers we saw this time last year:

• We had 5,700 homes on the market, which is down considerably from the 6,800 we had in May 2014. 
• The absorption rate is down a full point in the last year, and has dropped from 5.58 to 4.54.
• The average sale price in Louisville is way up from the $179,000 we saw last year, and currently sits at $198,000.
• The average days on market are down as well, dropping by 5 days in the past year. 
• The number of homes sold was up from May 2014. Last year, we sold 1,400 homes, and this year we sold 1,500.

One final thing to note is that interest rates are still incredibly low, but have jumped a little above 4%. If you've been looking to purchase a home with an affordable rate, your window may be closing.

If you have any question for us, feel free to give us a call or send us an email. We look forward to speaking with you!

What's Happening with Louisville Real Estate?

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I'm here today to provide you with a brief real estate market update for the Louisville area in April of 2015. Hopefully, you can use this information to your advantage when you're buying or selling this year.

• There are approximately 5,500 homes on the market, compared to 6,600 we had last year
• Absorption rate is currently 4.46 months
• Average sales price is $195,000, which is up by almost $25,000 this year
• Our average days on market is sitting at 107, which is similar to last year
• 1,356 homes sold in April
• Interest rates are sitting at 3.65%, so it is a very, very good time to buy a home

Overall, we're in a seller's market with low inventory, so it's a great time to sell your home for top dollar. However, it's also a good time to buy a home because interest rates are incredibly low and this is going to significantly increase your buying power.

If there is anything else I can do to help you, please don't hesitate to contact me!

Are You Tired of Your Current Job?

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Hello, and welcome back! Today, we need your help!

We are looking to hire a property manager and a Director of First Impressions IMMEDIATELY! 

The ideal candidates are high-energy, high-character, positive, and enthusiastic people who want to be a part of a successful team! We're looking for someone who has experience with property management, so they can help manage our houses and apartments at a high level!

The director of first impressions will handle everyone who comes through our doors, will take calls, and will take care of multiple tasks around the office. It's a fast-paced, high-energy job that will keep you busy from the time you walk in the door to the time you leave.

We offer a guaranteed weekly salary and a guaranteed monthly bonus! The job will pay around $35,000 a year to start, but there is a lot of potential for growth. Eventually, you'll earn paid vacations, paid sick days, and paid holidays as well.

If you or anyone you know is looking for a more rewarding career, don't hesitate to reach out to us. Shoot us an email with an attached resume to JPirtle@JPPirtle.com or Jodi@JPPirtle.com. We would love to hear from you!

Where Is the Louisville Market Heading?

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Today, I want to give you a quick update of where the Louisville real estate market is heading!

Right now, there are 5,296 active listings, which is quite low considering we had 6,271 homes on the market this time last year. The absorption rate is only about 4.3 months of inventory, which means the market is very favorable for sellers!

• The average sale price is about $186,500 - last year, it was only it was only $165,700. 
• The average days on market has also improved, as homes are selling in 107 days as opposed to 121 days last year. 
• We sold 1,163 homes this March, while last year we only sold about 1,049! 
• Even better: interest rates are still as low as 3.5% for a 30-year fixed mortgage with no closing costs.

What does all of this information mean for you? Well, broadly, it means our market is still growing! Conditions continue to improve in the Louisville area, which is great news for buyers and sellers alike. If you have any questions about how you can take advantage of these conditions, give us a call. We would love to hear from you!

Our Team Is Hiring Licensed Real Estate Agents

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The Louisville real estate market is finally warming up, and so is the weather. However, I'm here to tell you that we need more real estate agents on our team. Here are a few reasons why you should join our team:

1. We spend a lot of money on advertising every year to create name recognition.
2. We have guaranteed leads, so you will not have to spend time searching for work, and we have a lead management platform that helps immensely with this process.
3. Our training program is one of the best in America. You will be set up to succeed from day #1. 
4. We have full time administrative help, which will allow you to do what you do best.
   
5. You can work with buyers and sellers if you would like to.
6. We're not a large, national company, so we don't charge any royalty fees. 
7. We offer aggressive commission splits, which we believe to be some of the best in the business.
8. We offer a guaranteed income to some when they start a new business, because the first few months can be tough both physically and financially.
9. You can create your own schedule, allowing you to live your life as you would like to.

Our goal is to find hard-working people who want to make a career out of real estate. You need to be a licensed real estate agent, and we would like motivated individuals that could grow into a young company.

Please contact us soon, we look forward to hearing from you!

Where Is the Louisville Market Heading?

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Although it's still cold and snowy outside, the Louisville real estate market is starting to heat up, and spring is only 20 days away! Last year was a record-breaking one, and we're expecting 2015 to be even better. In fact, this past January was the best we've ever had in our market!

Why is the market so hot, you ask? Inventory is incredibly low, with approximately 5,550 homes on the Louisville market. Additionally, 30-year fixed interest rates are hovering around 3.75%, and the fact that they will likely rise this year has brought many buyers to the market! All of these great conditions make for a market that is beneficial to buyers and sellers alike.

We're thinking this year is going to be one of the best years we've seen in a long period of time. If you're on the fence about entering the market, now is the time to get off it and make your move. Conditions like this don't come around often, so we suggest you take advantage of them! 

Thanks for your time today. If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to give us a call or shoot us a quick email. We would be pleased to assist you!