Real Estate Information Archive

Louisville area Home owners received a belated holiday gift today. According to a new report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), pending home sales rose 3.5% in November. That's great news and it confirms we're seeing a gradual recovery that should continue into 2011. Lawrence Yun, NAR chief economist says "If we add 2 million jobs as expected in 2011, and mortgage rates rise only moderately, we should see existing-home sales rise to a higher, sustainable volume. So more good news for 2011. As for Louisville Home prices, The new Federal Reserve report shows Louisville housing prices have actually notched up .46 percent in many areas of Louisville. The nation media and some local media outlets continue to report the gloom and doom for many cities around the United Stated, but if you read past the headlines the information is more positive for Louisville Real Estate Sales. Read thought the Federal Reserve report to look at the actual numbers for Louisville. As for 2011 we think it's going to be a good year to buy and even sell Louisville Real Estate. Look at our video above to see what we're planning to do for our listings in 2011. We hope you enjoy our blogs we love creating them for you! For more information about Louisville Real Estate or to buy or sell a Louisville Home visit our websites: http://weselllouisville.com, http://www.louisvillehomestoday.com/ and http://www.buylouisvillerealestate.com

Who is Ed Devore and why is his company “MD Customs Homes” one of Louisville’s most successful builders? Simple it’s his attention to details, low prices, integrity and willingness to make the customer happy. Let’s face it when it comes to building a home there are a lot of builders out there but only a handful worth using. I can personally tell you that it’s a joy working with Louisville Builders like Rocky & Joe Pusateri of “Elite Homes”, Phillip Hill Homes, Ball Homes and Ed Devore of MD Custom Homes. As a Louisville Realtor who sells more than 100 pieces of Louisville Real Estate, I’ve seen the good and bad in builders. There is only one thing better than seeing the smile on the face of a new home owner, that’s seeing that same smile 5 or 10 years later still proud of the home build by a good Louisville Builder. What I love about Ed Devore and builders like him… they get “it”. By that I mean understanding that when a person makes an investment in a home they want to have confidence that the builder will stand behind their work year after year. Watch our video about Ed Devore and we think you’ll agree that when it comes to building a Louisville Home, Ed is the type of guy you want calling the shots. We hope you enjoy our blogs we love creating them for you! For more information about Louisville Real Estate or to buy or sell a Louisville Home visit our websites: http://weselllouisville.com, http://www.louisvillehomestoday.com/ and http://www.buylouisvillerealestate.com/

1004 HOLLY SPRINGS DR Here's a Beautiful home priced to sell. This fabulous 4 bedroom 3 1/2 bath all brick two-story home is located in the much sought after Holly Springs subdivision. You'll find over 3500 finished sq ft here giving you plenty of room to spread out. The house features a formal living room, large formal dining room and there's a great room with fireplace. The fully equipped eat in kitchen has plenty of counter space to spread out. There's an extra large master suite including a separate sitting area (the room can also be used as a bedroom) with a 2nd fireplace and private balcony. The luxury master bath has Jacuzzi tub and separate shower. Like many items in the house this bathroom as also been upgraded. The two tier deck across the rear of the house has a large new luxury 8 person hot tub which will stay with the home. You will love the fully finished basement with large family room/media area, play room, office, and a full bath. The house is situated on a fenced park like large lot with mature trees, beautiful landscaping, 2 car rear entry garage and extra attic storage. We really hope you enjoy reading our blog as much as we enjoy writing it If you have any questions about Louisville Real Estate as a buyer or a seller please e-mail me directly at bob@bobsokoler.com , call me (502) 376-5483 or visit our websites www.weselllouisville.com or www.louisvillehomestoday.com

10513 IRVIN PINES DR , By Bob Sokoler – www.weselllouisville.com

Upgraded, a tremendous amount of living space and ready for you right now! Enjoy cool autumn nights on the front porch of this immaculate home, or under the stars in the beautifully landscaped backyard with pond. This 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath home has a neutral decor throughout. Enter the front door into the large Living Room that opens to the Kitchen and Dining Area. The Kitchen features upgraded white cabinetry, tile counter tops and gives access to the Laundry Room. The extra large Master Suite is large enough for king sized furniture and features a private bath. There’s also a large walk-in closet in the master.

We really hope you enjoy reading our blog as much as we enjoy writing it If you have any questions about Louisville Real Estate as a buyer or a seller please e-mail me directly at bob@bobsokoler.com , call me (502) 376-5483 or visit our websites www.weselllouisville.com or www.louisvillehomestoday.com

By Bob Sokoler, www.weselllouisville.com Louisville home sales took another plunge last month but there may be signs of some light at the end of the dark basement! First the bad news for Louisville home sellers. The number of homes going under contract in August of 2010 compared to August 2009 was down  9.8% (see the charts below). Additionally, the number of homes closing (actually changing ownership) during the same period was down d12.9%.

Right now the only people who are buying real estate are people being transferred, investors looking for steals and a handful of people who want to try their hand at home ownership.  Once again a lack of confidence in the economy has potential home buyers staying right where they are, locked behind apartment doors.

This really is a buyer’s market, for anyone brave enough to venture into the home buying supermarket, there are blue light specials around every corner. Interest rates are at all time lows, sellers are accepting amazingly low prices for the sale of their homes and there are some real deals out there. For example our Medley Sokoler Team is working with out of town buyers this weekend who can’t believe the amount of home they can get for the money. Our buyers are coming from Maryland, (found us on the internet several months ago) and after looking at 10 homes today are confident they will be writing a contract on a home this weekend. We have a number of those types of buyers coming to town.

Even better news for Louisville home sellers is a new report in The Wall Street Journal Blog today! In a blog post entitled “10 Best and Worst Markets for Real Estate”, Louisville Kentucky Real Estate makes it into the top 10 cities to invest in Real Estate. The WSJ report is based on a soon to be released report by Local Market Monitor, a company that forecasts residential home prices. There updated report, which will be released next week will show positive trends for Louisville Real estate and Southern Indiana Real Estate.

A single report like this may bring in some investors from all parts of the world, but this is just one of a series of reports now hitting the media. If the trend continues, frightened buyers will start to show their heads from behind those closed apartment doors. That will help an ailing housing market and introduce a healthier more robust confidence in our wavering economy.  Just what our buyers and sellers are hoping for!

We really hope you enjoy reading our blog as much as we enjoy writing it If you have any questions about Louisville Real Estate as a buyer or a seller please e-mail me directly at bob@bobsokoler.com , call me (502) 376-5483 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting              (502) 376-5483      end_of_the_skype_highlighting or visit our websites www.weselllouisville.com or www.louisvillehomestoday.com

6138 SWEETBAY DR, By Bob Sokoler, www.weselllouisville.com

• Former Builders show house loaded with upgrades and extras!
• Wide open floor plan with a real WOW Factor! Relax on the front porch or walk through the glass front door and onto natural wood floors (with a herring bone pattern in the foyer).
• Through the arched entrance and into an enormous great room (which is open to the entire home) and ideal for entertaining or just hanging out with the family. The Gas fireplace and mantle, wide baseboard trim and wide open pass-through to the kitchen are just some of the features.
• The kitchen's stainless steel appliances, natural wood cabinets black countertops and natural tile backsplash are striking. Off the kitchen a mud room (that could be returned to a 1st floor Laundry room).
• The large master suite is off the great room and features French doors that lead out to a covered deck. The master bathroom features upgrades that include double sinks, cherry cabinets, separate shower and soaking tub and the walk-in closet features custom wood shelving.
• There are 2 other bedrooms on the first floor in their own separate wing separated by double pocket doors.
• The basement is a work in progress with 2 rooms mostly finished and being used as bedrooms, a full bath and lower level laundry room. Much of the rest of the basement can be finished off for very little extra (most of the work has been done).
• Out back a large deck off the master (part of which is covered) and off the great room lead to a patio.
  Even though this is a ranch, the builder created a large portion of a 2nd floor. It can easily be finished off.
• This home is in one of Oldham County's most desirable neighborhoods only 3 minutes from I71 exit 14 and 3 minutes from award winning Oldham County Schools.

We really hope you enjoy reading our blog as much as we enjoy writing it If you have any questions about Louisville Real Estate as a buyer or a seller please e-mail me directly at bob@bobsokoler.com , call me (502) 376-5483 or visit our websites www.weselllouisville.com or www.louisvillehomestoday.com or www.buylouisvillerealestate.com.

4416 SARATOGA HILL RD, by Bob Sokoler, www.weselllouisville.com

• Well maintained Brick ranch
• Split-bedroom floor plan.
• Plenty of room to grow
• Entryway with wood floors
• Vaulted great room with fireplace, mantle and framed with windows.
• Dining room is currently being used as a play room for the kids.
• Master bedroom suite has a vaulted tray ceiling and separate Jacuzzi style tub and separate shower in the bathroom.
• Large eat-in kitchen has cherry finish cabinetry, ceramic floor, & bay window in eating area.
• Overlooks gorgeous deck and park-like back yard.
• Basement has been partially finished and features a wet bar, several areas to entertain and additional room that could be used as a bedroom.
• Within walking distance of clubhouse.

We really hope you enjoy reading these blogs as much as I enjoy writing them! If you have any questions about Louisville Real Estate as a buyer or a seller please e-mail me directly at bob@bobsokoler.com , call me (502) 376-5483 or visit our websites www.weselllouisville.com or www.louisvillehomestoday.com

6004 PINE VIEW CT, by Bob Sokoler, www.weselllouisville.com

• Large Ranch with popular split floor plan in great condition.
• Kitchen has been upgraded and features a breakfast bar, lots of cabinets & all appliances including refrigerator to stay.
• Large entry foyer opens to spacious great room with vaulted ceiling & ceiling fan.
• Master bedroom is very large with lots of light, large walk-in closet and master bath. Rear door opens to enlarged patio & huge back lawn.
• Home is neutrally decorated, easy clean tilt in windows w/screens.
• Separate laundry room.
• 2 car attached garage with opener & keypad.

I hope you enjoy reading these blogs as much as I enjoy making them! If you have any questions about Louisville Real Estate as a buyer or a seller please e-mail me directly at bob@bobsokoler.com , call me (502) 376-5483 or visit our websites www.weselllouisville.com or www.louisvillehomestoday.com

803 FOXGATE RD, by Bob Sokoler, www.weselllouisville.com

• Home has been updated
• The 2-story brick and cedar home
• Open great room floor plan
• Vaulted ceiling with a brick fireplace, wet bar, skylights, and hardwood floors.
• Large eat-in kitchen upgrades include granite countertops and stainless steel appliances along with lots of cabinet space
• Formal dining room features a trey ceiling, and hardwood floors.
• New wood staircase to the 2nd floor
• Large master bedroom (with more beautiful wood floors) also his & her walk-in closets, master bath with large whirlpool tub, and separate shower / water closet.
• Balcony/loft area that could be used as an office that overlooks the great room.
• Lower level walkout has a large family/game room and 1/2 bath along with plenty of storage.
• Large deck and very treed and level private backyard (the property goes well beyond the back fence)

I hope you enjoy reading these blogs as much as I enjoy making them! If you have any questions about Louisville Real Estate as a buyer or a seller please e-mail me directly at bob@bobsokoler.com , call me (502) 376-5483 or visit our websites www.weselllouisville.com or www.louisvillehomestoday.com

10705 COPPER RIDGE DR, By Bob Sokoler, www.weselllouisville.com

Enjoy the very contemporary Montego floor plan by Ball Homes and live in comfort and style without breaking the bank! This 3 year old - 3 bedroom 2 bath open floor plan home has been well cared for! Upgrades include an enormous stamped patio, very large fenced in back yard, built in book shelves on either side of the gas fire place and designer nook wall. The home has a very open floor plan and is enhanced by volume ceilings, large windows, and an open staircase that overlooks the family room. The entryway offers a formal living room to the right (currently being used as an office) and large formal dining room to the left. Ahead of you a very large 2 story family room with an amazing amount of windows to let in a tremendous amount of light. The eat-in kitchen is equally impressive with stainless steel appliances, recessed lighting, an abundance of cherry cabinets and counter top space for the chief in your family! All bedrooms are roomy and the jack-and-jill design of the hall bath is perfect for shared use. The master bedroom and bath share a vaulted ceiling and are complemented by a shared plant shelf. The master bathroom has a double bowl vanity, separate shower and garden tub with 4x4 glass block window that really lets the light in. The master closet is exceptionally roomy! Don't miss the large storage room above the 2 car garage that is accessible thru a doorway in bedroom 2.

I hope you enjoy reading these blogs as much as I enjoy writing them! If you have any questions about Louisville Real Estate as a buyer or a seller please e-mail me directly at bob@bobsokoler.com , call me (502) 376-5483 or visit our websites www.weselllouisville.com or www.louisvillehomestoday.com