15 Cities With the Lowest Costs of Living

Dated: November 29 2020

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Real Estate Market Update November 21, 2020 – November 27, 2020

 

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“Is Buying a Home Today a Good Financial Move?” (LIVE)

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It Pays to Sell with a Real Estate Agent [INFOGRAPHIC]

  

Some Highlights:

Today, it’s more important than ever to have an expert you trust to guide you as you sell your house.

From your safety throughout the process to the complexity of negotiating the deal, you need a professional on your side.

Before you decide to take on the challenge of selling your house on your own, let’s connect to discuss your options. You can connect with me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/shopkentuckyhomes, or via e-mail at shopkentuckyhomes@yahoo.com or you can text or call me at 502-489-1135 either way you choose, you will talk directly with me!


 

According to Zillow, the average house is available for less than two weeks before it’s snatched up by a buyer. Today’s market is highly competitive, which is why it’s more important than ever to have an expert advisor in your corner when purchasing your dream home. Reply to this email to learn the secrets to making a successful offer in this fast-paced housing market.


 

Don’t Let Buyer Competition Keep You from Purchasing a Home

    

This year’s record-low mortgage rates sparked high demand among homebuyers. Current homeowners, however, haven’t put their houses on the market so quickly. This makes finding a home to buy today challenging for many potential buyers. With an obstacle like this, those searching for their home need a trusted professional on their side.

Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/2JjZn4X

Buying a home in today’s market is steeped in challenge; from bidding wars to multiple offers, to counter offers to rejections, your Realtor stands beside you through it all and ensures you don’t make costly mistakes along the journey! If you are in need of a trusted professional Realtor, I’m just a phone call away 502-489-1135


 

Check out these listings brought to by United Real Estate Louisville!

I am pleased to feature the following properties! For questions or to schedule a showing, contact me today!

Phone: 502-489-1135
Email:
shopkentuckyhomes@yahoo.com

3 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom 1,262 Sq. Ft. home in Louisville, KY listed for $214,900
https://homeasap.com/davidhittle/featured/2vOg5Z5HOFY1
3 Bedroom / 3 Bathrooms 2,583 Sq. Ft. home in Elizabethtown, KY listed for $279,900
https://homeasap.com/davidhittle/featured/j0_mlVAPfcM1
3 Bedroom / 6 Bathrooms 5,086 Sq. Ft. home in Bardstown, KY listed for $369,000
https://homeasap.com/davidhittle/featured/hy2mXi3bOiw1

If any of these listings peak your interest or may be your Dream Home, give me a call so we can get you ready to buy that Dream Home today! 502-489-1135



The VA Loan [VIDEO]

https://youtu.be/ZZxp4Lfbzp4

There are many different home loan options available to clients seeking them, but each of them have different requirements, and different benefits and drawbacks.

In this video, we take a simple look at the VA Loan and illustrate how it breaks down.

You will then be able to compare to other Home Loan Videos and find the Home Loan that is best for you and your family.

As VA Certified Realtor, I’m familiar and extremely honored to help our men and women who served, and have served our country to achieve the American Dream – Homeownership! Far too many veterans fail to use their VA benefits, I’m dedicated to changing that by explaining and educating our veterans on how amazing those benefits really are, that they EARNED! If you are a veteran or know a veteran who is looking to buy a home, let me help! I’m dedicated to taking care of all of our men and women in uniform! 502-489-1135


 

Is Buying a Home Today a Good Financial Move?

There’s no doubt 2020 has been a challenging year. A global pandemic coupled with an economic recession has caused heartache for many. However, it has also prompted more Americans to reconsider the meaning of “home.”

Read the Full Article Here: https://bit.ly/3o6v7JB

Home is not what it used to be, Home before the pandemic was a place you laid your head, or a place that kept you out of the cold. It is still those things, but it is much more now. Homeowners and Home Renters have become intimately familiar with their homes. From the lack of space, to the lack of rooms, to the lack of a yard; people are seeing the mistakes and issues with their current home and are looking to purchase their next home today! Are you one of them? If so, give me a call I will provide you all the information I can to make your decision to buy a home as easy as possible. 502-489-1135


 

How to Make a Paper Garland

This #nosew garland is good for a simple #craft with your kids.

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While stuck at home during the many lock-downs and quarantines, you may have run out of things to do, this is just one more idea you can implement during your pandemic.


 

Mortgage Rates Sink to All-Time Low of 2.72%

    

The 13th Record Low!! My goodness!!! If you are looking to buy a home or your interest rates are currently above 4% today is the day to act and save money in your future!

Read the Full Article Here: https://magazine.realtor/daily-news/2020/11/20/mortgage-rates-sink-to-all-time-low-of-272?fbclid=IwAR1nt2RhEqKFVEEkymcLrW5roIgX-zrLVjyKJ5FrGNfo_3CUnrrIj-46dQ8#!#.X72QtUgmTRY.facebook   

Mortgage rates are only a wild ride, but as we know from rides they end eventually. Will you miss out on this incredible home buying opportunity? I certainly hope not! If you are ready to give homeownership a new look Call Me: 502-489-1135 


 

Many Americans Plan Move to Reduce Costs

With all of the crisis' facing the nation, Americans are looking to move for one main reason. To reduce costs! Going from a huge city to a smaller city can reduce costs and that is what Americans are heading for!

What this means for home buyers, is more competition.

For home sellers, it means more eyes on their homes.

Read the Full Article Here: https://magazine.realtor/daily-news/2020/11/24/many-americans-plan-move-to-reduce-costs#:~:text=Nearly%20half%20of%20more%20than,relocate%20within%20the%20next%20year.

Americans are on the move, they are fleeing bigger cities and moving to smaller cities, suburbs and rural areas. If you are thinking of selling your house now is the time, sell your house for top-dollar and take advantage of the low interest rates on your new purchase. If you are thinking of buying a home right now, now is the time before home prices rise out of reach or interest rates take a rise. Whether Buying or Selling, I’m here for you give me a call 502-489-1135


 

Your House May Be High on the Buyer Wish List This Christmas Season

Around this time each year, many homeowners decide to wait until after the holidays to sell their houses. Similarly, others who already have their homes on the market remove their listings until the spring. Let’s unpack the top reasons why selling your house now, or keeping it on the market is the way to go.

Read the Full Article Here: https://bit.ly/39rsU7A

There are home buyers out there right now looking for a home like yours, can they see it? If it is not on the market, they likely can’t see it. If you are trying to sell it yourself, do they see your sign? Do they see a Zillow Ad, that states “For Sale By Owner” and think, that’s too much trouble! Are you tired of waiting and ready to take action? Now is the time to sell and I can give you a lot of reasons why doing it now is your best bet! If you are thinking of selling, ready to sell, or just want more information call me 502-489-1135


 

October 2020 Existing Home Sales Climb to 6.85 Million

Well if you didn't know already, sales of homes are through the roof! Sales of existing homes sales climbed even more in October!

Now is the time to sell your house for top dollar!

Read the Full Article Here: https://www.nar.realtor/blogs/economists-outlook/october-2020-existing-home-sales-climb-to-6-85-million?fbclid=IwAR2CQkVWQQgYEwRvO1EEpCWpZBKv4wVpWLWIC07zub6fs5H2EzRoWlOywjE#.X76lYlaBDIQ.facebook

If you are looking to sell and buy a new home now is the time before interest rates or home prices rise any further! Give me a Call today 502-489-1135!


 

Big Barn by Faulkner Architects

From outside, the design of this #modernhome makes it easy to see into the dwelling's interiors. #homelove

Read the Full Article Here: http://homevalueplus.info/a/109395871?fbclid=IwAR2Nnj0s68BfDzIuDxTzz_HkkroBIjCAn2vHr7_6rfghnXU26xKp2zbeyG0

The Past was Log Cabins, could the big barn look be the future home trend? You may the call! If you are looking for a new home, I’m here to help you every step of the way give me a call 502-489-1135


 

15 Cities With the Lowest Costs of Living

We made a list, and this time it's a good list. Both Lexington and Louisville were ranked in the top 15 cities with the lowest costs of living! This is important because it means that living here doesn't cost as much as other major cities.

Doesn't it feel great to live here!!

Read the Full Article Here: https://magazine.realtor/daily-news/2020/11/25/15-cities-with-the-lowest-costs-of-living?fbclid=IwAR1_xlDFtAq8Ti3tpGtRZdxOr4rMjWlBSD1ofISy8QL48nhuAG5jV4WA0f0#!#.X78nBHJ4_VE.facebook

Both Lexington and Louisville are places where it does not cost a whole lot to live. Louisville is the bigger of the two cities, which allows for more employment, entertainment, and adventure opportunities, while Lexington is smaller and allows for that small city feel in a buzzling city atmosphere. Either city you choose, I can help you with the buying or selling of your home there; if you are in need of a Realtor in Louisville, Lexington, or anywhere in Kentucky look no further than David Hittle with United Real Estate Louisville at 502-489-1135


 

1813 Lakewood Drive Elizabethtown, KY 42701

I would love to show you my listing at 1813 Lakewood Dr Elizabethtown, KY.

Get More Information Here: http://tour.corelistingmachine.com/tour/titan/?id=6495868&reg=true&_seoAddress=1813-Lakewood-Dr-Elizabethtown-KY-1557530

If you are in the market for a home in Elizabethtown, KY look no further than this one. This home has more rooms than you’ll ever need! If you would like to take a look at this one give me a call so I can schedule an appointment to see it 502-489-1135


 

5503 Bruce Ave Louisville, KY 40214

3 Bedrooms, 1 Bathrooms for sale in Louisville, KY.

Get More Information Here: http://tour.corelistingmachine.com/tour/titan/?id=6577079&reg=true&_seoAddress=5503-Bruce-Ave-Louisville-KY-1574086

This investment property is in need of an investor who can see the potential of a 3 bedroom 1 bathroom home in the Iroquois Park area. This property has the potential to be a great flip or a great rental opportunity. Contact me today to give this property a look before it is gone! 502-489-1135


 

2301 Bickel Road Louisville KY 40206

           

I am looking for a buyer for 2301 Bickel Rd Louisville, KY.

Get More Information Here: http://tour.corelistingmachine.com/tour/titan/?id=6495870&reg=true&_seoAddress=2301-Bickel-Rd-Louisville-KY-1567539

2301 Bickel Road is in an amazing location, over 100 restaurants are within a 5 mile radius of this home. A 5 minute drive to Grocery Stores, 4 minute drive to Bingham Park,  5 minutes to Clifton Park, an 8 minute drive to the new Lynn Family Stadium, and less than 10 minutes from Downtown Louisville. This home demands a look, being within such a short distance to anything and everything is right for everyone! Call me today to take a look before this one is gone 502-489-1135!


 

The Maxwell Grand Tour [VIDEO]

https://youtu.be/dhQuUQwadx0

Take a Grand Tour of the Maxwell

This Maxwell is in the Vista Hills Neighborhood in Louisville Kentucky and is a low-maintenance community.

Your Maxwell can be built with 2 to 4 bedrooms, 2 to 4.5 Bathrooms and can be between 1,856 Square Feet and 4,305 Square Feet.

The Maxwell in the Vista Hills Neighborhood start at $321,990 (11/16/2020)

If you have any questions, or would like to inquire about this or any other home please feel free to contact me 502-489-1135


 

Thank You for Your Support


Happy Thanksgiving

Let #gratitude for all that is good in your life fill your heart this day. Happy #Thanksgiving!

 


14 Cozy Faux Fireplace Ideas

     

Try unique ideas to enhance a faux fireplace in your home. #homedesign #designtips

Read the Full Article Here: http://homevalueplus.info/a/109640301?fbclid=IwAR11i_gkdCXRSG-9hWjVip9GvJDTsM9uAcpOajrKG2lM0OTuyuuH6tziRho  

Homes today are being built without fireplaces, or with electric fireplaces due to insurance costs; however if you must have a fireplace in your new home I can find them for you, or you can try these faux fireplace ideas! Fireplace or no fireplace I’m here to help you find your Dream Home Call/Text or E-Mail me today! 502-489-1135 / shopkentuckyhomes@yahoo.com


Key Terms to Know in the Homebuying Process [INFOGRAPHIC]

  

Some Highlights:

Buying a home can be intimidating if you’re not familiar with the terms used throughout the process.

To point you in the right direction, here’s a list of some of the most common language you’ll hear along the way.

Buying a Home can be complicated especially if you have a “Realtor with the heart of a salesman rather than one with a heart of a teacher” (Dave Ramsey Quote). Therefore, when you are ready to buy a home, trust the person who provides you so much information that you feel like an expert, That’s Me! Give me a Call 502-489-1135


 

What Does Home Insurance Cover?

    

Dwelling, personal property, and liability are some of the coverage types offered by #homeowners #insurance.

Read the Full Article Here: http://homevalueplus.info/a/110063188?fbclid=IwAR1A0B-uRZAd_PV73KUz3Aeg1avonybAMpe1oOy9A3pOR4S40WAtEvCzNWs   

When you buy a home, you certainly want to insure it from loss, but make sure your insurance agent tells you everything that is covered, and everything that is not covered! I can’t help you with homeowners insurance, but I can help you become a homeowner! Call Me Today: 502-489-1135


 

Let Me Help You, Get Into Your Dream Home!


 

New Investment Listing in Louisville

Get More Information Here: https://www.homeforsale.at/5503_BRUCE_AVE_14jlab-34mk?cc=4l9fj&fbclid=IwAR0CntFDeg87cyq1KgjiHF9k0ZYCF7jYzsn1XebqVPUwTlPXEy7HYNpKQuo

This investment property, is looking for the right person to make it shine like a diamond! Check out this new 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom listing and give me a call at (502) 489-1135 or send it to anyone you know who might be interested!


 

Thank You For Making Me Your Trusted Advisor… [VIDEO]

https://fb.watch/23wigt_PFx/

Thank you for your business, referrals, and your partnership for life. Let’s connect to continue down the path toward your homeownership goals. 502-489-1135


 

Interested in Your Homes Value?

When thinking about selling a home, knowing what your home is worth is key!

Would you like to know how much your home is worth?

Find out by clicking below!

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Top 10 Kitchen Trends of 2021

Thinking of remodeling your kitchen?

Check out the latest Kitchen Trends for 2021!

Read the Full Article Here: https://www.nar.realtor/blogs/styled-staged-sold/top-10-kitchen-trends-for-2021?fbclid=IwAR3bnf1Lz62A0EtDPHVZ78zSYPWKQXsna0yparXO4aDA2FVtmVaYoXZeHHs#.X8LnXOSGVzY.facebook

Tired of your kitchen, and ready to sell your house?

Call Me, Let's Get it Sold This Year!! 502-489-1135


 

Message from David Hittle, Realtor United Real Estate Louisville:

So last week as you know I left the state of Kentucky or the Commonwealth, and took a trip to the state of Texas or the Republic. I became a God-Father to my wife’s friend from College’s new son and got to see the incredible housing market in Texas. They are building like wild-fire in Texas and especially where I was in Forney, Texas. I hope that Kentucky can take a page out of Texas’ book and start the huge development that I witnessed in Texas this past week.

As the end of the year approaches, I want to draw your attention to my listings that are available in case you or someone you know is looking for a home like one I have listed. I would love to help someone get into a home by Christmas or early New Year.

1813 Lakewood Drive, Elizabethtown, KY - https://davidhittle.unitedkentuckymls.com/property/94-1557530-1813-Lakewood-Dr-Elizabethtown-KY-42701

2301 Bickel Road, Louisville, KY - https://davidhittle.unitedkentuckymls.com/property/94-1567539-2301-Bickel-Rd-Louisville-KY-40206

5503 Bruce Ave, Louisville, KY - https://davidhittle.unitedkentuckymls.com/property/94-1574086-5503-Bruce-Ave-Louisville-KY-40214

Please share those listings with your friends and family, and if someone is interested please send them my way or have them contact me at 502-489-1135 (Call/Text).

I look forward to help each and every one of you to buy or sell a home, it is a passion that I’m so happy to be able to call me career. If you or a loved one needs a Realtor please send them my way or have them contact me at 502-489-1135 (Call/Text)

 

Looking to Sell your House! I Want to Interview for the Job! I do not pressure my clients, I’m very patient and I walk them through what all I will do! I have a 29-Point Marketing Plan for Selling Your House! If You want to Sell, I will help get it sold for you! Give me a Call Today: 502-489-1135 Get a Home Valuation Here: https://davidhittle.unitedkentuckymls.com/sell.php

 

Looking to Buy a Home! I Want to Interview for the Job! You Do Not Pay Me! I’m Paid by the Seller’s Upon Closing of the Deal! I’m very patient and I will walk with you through the entire process! If You want to Buy a Home, I will help you get the best deal possible! Give me a Call: 502-489-1135 Get my Free Buyer’s Guide Here: https://www.simplifyingthemarket.com/en/buyers/?a=489398-03f53f0576489362a12f29c9abd81b9a

 

Looking to Buy a Brand New Home? I would love to set up an appointment with my favorite builder for you! Why spend the money on an older home, with its issues, and its problems when you could buy a brand new, customizable home, and receive a 1 year home warranty, a 7 year structural warranty, and the peace of mind, knowing that when you sell that home, it is a 2020 built home! Give me a Call Today: 502-489-1135

 

This week the Mortgage Interest Rates as published by Freddie Mac sank to 2.72%, down .12 points from last week’s 2.84%, but better than last year’s 3.66%. 2.72% is the 13th record low interest rate this year and is the lowest ever seen since recording started back in 1971. If you are paying more than 4% on your mortgage, contact me today! A refinance may be the way to go for you, if you plan to stay in your home for a while.

 

This week in Louisville and Lexington Kentucky there were 3,946 (+14) homes & condos for sale, with the average days on market sitting at 38.70 (-0.1 Days). We are now at 1.54 (-0.04 Months) months of inventory, making this a “Seller’s Market” which is under the six months needed to have a “Balanced Market”. Builder’s Are Starting to Catch Up with Inventory Levels, Slowly But Surely!

 

The Average Sale Price for October 2020 was $269,669 (Up $8,262 from September 2020), with Median Selling Price being $222,838 (Up $2,838 from September 2020). These numbers are up from last year’s $231,275 and $189,900 respectively. As you can see average home sales prices went up from September to October, and, the Median Selling Price also went up between September and October. This is a sign that housing prices may not be finished rising just yet.

If you are in need of a Real Estate Professional someone with the heart of a teacher, rather than a heart of a salesperson I’m the Realtor for you!

If you ever have any questions at all, please feel free to contact me, I’d love to hear from you and hear about your plans for the future!

You can email me at shopkentuckyhomes@yahoo.com
You can text me or call me at 502-489-1135
If you would please visit and LIKE my Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/shopkentuckyhomes/ We Have Over 250 LIKES!!!
We would also encourage you to visit my newly customized website at www.shopkentuckyhomes.com
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Thank you once again, for allowing me to assist you on your homeownership journeys.

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David Hittle is a licensed real estate agent with United Real Estate Louisville, serving buyers and sellers throughout Louisville, Kentucky and surrounding counties. Specializing in residential real e....

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