While job growth and home values were not booming in an upward direction last year, home construction of multifamily units with five or more units leaped 56 and 38% respectively according to NAHB estimates. While most sectors in real estate are struggling to return to prior levels, the multifamily/apartment market continues to show solid performance. Here … Read more
Well this year has been a big year for remodeling! The good news is that the remodeling projects this year have been larger than in years past. So instead of basement finishes, porch additions, and covered decks— which we love doing, by the way— this year has had its share of larger kitchen and bath … Read more
Mortgage rates have been rising sharply, and oftentimes with escalating rates come the rise in anxiety for potential homebuyers. Whether you are currently a homeowner or are considering buying a home, it is essential that you avoid the mistakes people tend to make when rates begin to abruptly rise. The first and most important thing … Read more
We hope you’re planning your visit to Homearama Louisville 2013. We wanted to send out a quick reminder of dates and times so you can plan a visit out. This year’s Homearama runs from July 13-28, 2013 and takes place at two different locations: Locust Creek and Rock Springs. Tickets for Homearama 2013 will be $10 per … Read more
Recently, the Home Builders Association of Louisville (HBAL) Executive Vice President Chuck Kavanaugh recorded a video on the benefits of buying or building a new home in the Louisville market. We’ve embedded the video below. Chuck mentions several great reasons why a new home is preferred over an existing one. He also mentions the timing and economic … Read more
For a custom home builder in Louisville, Ky, Homearama is always an exciting time of the year. It’s a time when some of the best custom home builders in the Louisville area have a chance to display some of the current trends in building and design. It’s also a chance to showcase some of the … Read more
Until recently there has been no debate. Homeowners looking to finance their home by a long-shot chose the 30-year mortgage. It was remarkably more affordable. Today, the 15 year fixed mortgage is beginning to challenge the 30-year as it gains in popularity. The thought now is to minimize long-term interest costs as much as possible. … Read more
As a Louisville custom home builder, I always like to pass on builder-related events going on in and around Louisville, and this is one event I think you’ll enjoy. Norton Commons is hosting a new home show featuring 11 Louisville builders. The show is also benefiting several local charities. The Norton Commons Charity Homes Celebration is … Read more
This year’s tour of remodeled homes takes place next weekend, Saturday, August 11 and Sunday, August 12. Sixteen homes will be featured in this year’s tour, and will showcase a wide variety of remodeled spaces including kitchens, family rooms, basements, outdoor living areas, and more. One trend in home design and redesigns that’s been an … Read more
Technology is growing at an astonishing rate. This is true of construction products and 2012 is not exception for innovation in our field. There are some really exciting products that are coming out in categories that most consider to be “green technologies.” Many people are not overly concerned with whether new products are green or … Read more
