Home Sellers in Louisville will Have a Great Opportunity in Spring 2014

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Louisville Real Estate Market Update

Today I am going to present you with accurate and updated information about what is happening in our local Louisville market. I am doing this so that you can make more informed decisions about real estate and have a more successful endeavor.

• The Market is Trending Up: I think we're in a much better overall market than we were last year. 
• Inventory is still Low: This is a great time to sell in Louisville. This low inventory will result in multiple offers and higher selling prices for homes in the area.
  
• Interest rates are still very low: This is great news for our home buyers in Louisville. However, these rates are expected to rise by the end of the year so now is the time to capitalize on these affordable homes.
  
• The rate right now is around 4.5%, but is expected to rise to 5.5% by the first quarter of 2015.

I am not going to come out and say that this is a seller's market, but I will say that it is a good time to sell your home in Louisville. The market is currently trending in your favor. If you have a nice, clean home that is priced correctly, I believe that you could sell your home fairly easily in this market.

It's also a great time to buy because interest rates are still historically low, but your window to buy affordably is closing.

Contact me for a free market analysis on your home, and as always, consult with me if you're thinking of buying or selling in Louisville. Consider me your #1 resource for real estate!

How to Prepare Your Home for an Efficient Spring Sale

With the spring real estate market approaching here in Louisville, it's time to consider what you need to start doing in order for you to sell your home. I have a few things listed here to aid in the process, but keep in mind that time is running short as we head into a buzzing market. 

1. View Your Property as a Product, Not a Home: People often get emotional when selling a home, and that's okay, but you cannot let it interfere with the sale of your property. Before you list or show your home, be sure to remove any and all personal items. 
• This can include removing heirlooms, photographs, or collections of any kind. 
• You do not want potential buyers to see your personality when they view the home. Aim for neutrality, because then these potential buyers will find it much easier to imagine themselves occupying your home. 
2. Clean, Clean, Clean: This is pretty straightforward. Your home needs to be absolutely spotless when you sell it. 
• Clean in places that you've never even thought to clean. Like window sills, corners, air vents, or chimneys. A clean home sells for much more money than one that needs a little dusting.
3. Clear Away Clutter: This is the next logical step after cleaning, but one that people sometimes just don't want to follow through with. It can be a pain to put your furnishings and appliances in a storage unit, but if you're already planning on moving out, then just go ahead and get all that stuff cleared out.
4. Organize: Sometimes it's not what people see, but how they see it. Make sure your home is neat and tidy. You may not have moved absolutely everything out of your property, so in that case it needs to be orderly.   
5. Neutralize: Get rid of odors, especially ones from pets. This also applies to colors and paint. Strive for earth tones like beige or khaki. These are inviting and don't give off too much personality.
6. New Paint & New Flooring: The first 15 seconds is when a buyer decides whether or not they will even be thinking about purchasing your home. Having new floors and fresh paint will catch the buyer's eye and make them want to see more of your home.    
•  Interior improvements such as these yield great returns on your initial investments. You can nearly double your investment by spending a few thousand dollars to improve the look and feel of your home.
7. Curb Appeal: Spring is approaching here in Louisville, so focus on what your yard looks like. The exterior of your property is what initially draws buyers inside, so pay close attention to landscaping. 
• Again, aim for neutrality but make your home look tidy and orderly. Make sure your sprinkler system works and at nighttime be sure to turn on all your exterior lights for buyers that might be driving by to look around the neighborhood.

These are my tips for you, and if you would like us to come out to your home for a free, no-obligation market analysis, then please do not hesitate to give me a call. Also, if you need help buying or selling real estate in the Louisville area, drop me a line at (502) 458-2722 or shoot me an email at jp@jpsold.com

Louisville's real estate market in 2014 is ready for action! All you need to do is jump IN!

Every time we transition from one year to the next everyone winds up discussing statistics, numbers, sales and the like. We love evaluating the past to predict the future, but at the end of the day, those are all the things that we have no control over. Today, I want to talk about what we do have control over: the coming months and year ahead in your life. The year 2014 promises lots of good things and with the phenomenal interest rates, motivated sellers, excited buyers and excited marketplace – it’s a FANTASTIC time to get out there and get involved in real estate! So I'd like to ask you three questions:

What is Happening in 2014?
We’re looking at interest rates that are hovering in the low to mid-4 percent range, which is CRAZY if you think about it! Not too long ago rates were as high as credit cards! Inventory levels are low enough where sellers are walking away satisfied yet buyers are motivated to act quickly and swiftly rather than dragging their feet too long and create a lagging marketplace.

What is Going to Happen in 2014?
This is something that everyone wants to know and no one can answer it! Sure we had a great year – and for many in the real estate industry, it was our best year ever! But that doesn’t matter to you. What matters to you the most is what you want to accomplish this year. Do you want to move up into your forever home? Is this the year when you realize your dream of living energy conscious and buying a GREEN home? Is downsizing something you’ve been wanting to do and it’s finally the time to do it? Regardless of your lifestyle and desires – now is a fantastic time to go for it because you have the power to control all that is around you and - right now - the market is practically handing it to you.

Is Real Estate Investment Your Next Step?
With market conditions like these, investing in real estate is the next ideal step for those who have the money to do so. Whether you are a first-time investor or a seasoned veteran, with interest rates like these it makes senses to create a portfolio of one, two or multiple properties with lasting returns on your investment.

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No one knows what is in store in 2014. It's important to concentrate on what you can make happen during this year. Remember, only you have the power to make it a great year in real estate for youself! And we are your partners in making it happen! Call or email us today.
502.458.2722 or jp@jpsold.com