I prefer to work with my friends, family, and friends of friends. A lot of times though, friends work under the assumption that they are doing me a favor by “not wasting my time.” Which drives me batty boys and girls. Its my job. So you aren’t “bothering me” by giving me a call and asking to see a house you drove by. But, I can’t help unless you let me know – either by calling me, shooting me an email, or even texting! Tell me what you are looking for. I would love to act as your buyer’s agent. See this link about how as a Buyer’s Agent I can help you.

Please, please, please call me if you are interested in seeing a home. You aren’t bothering me. This is my job.

If you do speak to the listing agent, immediately let them know that I am representing you. This is what is known as “procuring cause”. If you let the other agent know IMMEDIATELY that I am working with you – I will be able to represent your interests in the negotiations in the purchase of the home. If you don’t let the other agent know right at the start that you are working with me, then the other agent that is representing the seller, has procuring cause for the transaction with you, and I can’t represent your best interests (you will have essentially locked me out from being able to help you).

As a buyer’s agent, my compensation is paid by the seller. It doesn’t cost you ANYTHING to let me look out for your best interests and negotiate on your behalf.

The procuring situation has occured for me several times this past year. A few examples are:

1) A relative looked at a piece of property and asked me to write the contract after they had already viewed the property with the listing agent. Made no mention of me during their two appointments to see the property. In this instance the listing agent has procuring cause, but agreed to let me write the contract if I would pay her a referral fee from my part of the commission.

2) An acquaintance listed her home with another company. Then called me for advice after relations with her current agent went sour.

3) I helped a friend and his wife with some data from the PVA database so they could appeal their tax bill, which they won. They are now in the process of purchasing a home without buyer’s representation.

The moral of the story:

1. If you are interested in buying or selling a home, CALL ME! I’m glad to help and you aren’t bothering me.

2. If you do speak to the listing agent, IMMEDIATELY let them know you are working with me.

To everyone who made 2009 a great year, THANK YOU! I’m sure I’ll forget someone, but those of you that are likely to read this – thanks Allison and Al, Jessica, Mikey, Jess and Chris, Amy and Matt, Kelly — here is to 2010 being even better!

Procuring cause & why I have to work with strangers! is a post from: Oldham County KY homes for sale.

Today, we’re very excited to announce we have secured our first official device partner. (That means having a smart meter installed by your utility is no longer a prerequisite for using Google PowerMeter!)

The best part? The devices are actually affordable. At roughly $200.00 for the basic model, a homeowner can monitor their electricity usage in real-time.

Google PowerMeter and T.E.D. is a post from: Oldham County KY homes for sale.

Yes, you need to have a house under contract by October 1st. Yes, that October 1st. Yes, that one that is only about a month away.

Please, do not pass up the opportunity to receive a FREE $8,000 dollars from the Federal Government.

If you are unfamiliar with the tax credit, and you aren’t sure if you qualify, please contact me.

If you are thinking that NOW is a great time to buy a condo or home (you are right), lets talk. Interest rates are still at historical lows.

Consider this reminder your early Christmas present from me!

Tax Credit Expiring Soon is a post from: Oldham County KY homes for sale.

C is for Colonel. As in Colonel Sanders. The original founder of Kentucky Fried chicken is buried in Cave Hill Cemetery. His likeness is still used to market KFC across the WORLD. Still headquartered here in Louisville under the YUM ownership umbrella. YUM Brands is one of the largest employers in the city of Louisville. Not only Did Colonel Sander’s leave a legacy, but his wife’s restaurant still remains in Shelbyville as well. Claudia Sanders Restaurant remains a favorite for locals.

D is for Derby. As in the The Kentucky Derby. Often referred to as “The most exciting 2 minutes in sports.” During late April and through the first Saturday in May, the entire metro area of Louisville is buzzing with the The Kentucky Derby festival. The festivities kick off with a huge fireworks display — Thunder Over Louisville! Filled with hot air balloon races, racing beds in the street, marathon’s and everything in between. Louisville takes a 2 minute horse race and throws a party for over 2 weeks! It all concludes at Churchill Downs, under the watchful eye of the Twin Spires. The best 3 year olds in the world go wire to wire for a mile and a quarter for the chance to wear the garland of roses.

E is for Entertainment. As in Entertainment and Arts. The Kentucky Center, Actors Theatre, 21C, Mellwood Art Center, Glassworks — So much to see and do in Louisville. Louisville has a very vibrant and growing arts and entertainment culture. The First Friday Gallery Hop is an example of how the city is growing up with art entertainment all around it.

Why I love Louisville from A-Z Part 2 is a post from: Oldham County KY homes for sale.

A is for Ali. As in Muhammad Ali. Born Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr., January 17, 1942. Nicknamed the Louisville Lip or simply The Greatest. His name graces the Muhammand Ali Center in Downtown Louisville. The six-story, 96,750 sq ft museum opened on November 19, 2005 at a cost of $80 million. The non-profit center houses Ali’s boxing memorabilia, as well as focusing on core themes of peace, social responsibility, respect, and personal growth. Louisville has been blessed that Ali continues to support his home town city. The Ali Center is a BEAUTIFUL complex that over looks the river in downtown Louisville. For more information about the Ali Center you can visit their website at Ali Center.

B is for Bats. As in Bats baseball. The Louisville Bats, the minor league team associated with the Cincinnati Reds has called Louisville’s Slugger Field their home since 1998. The Louisville Bats and the City of Louisville broke ground on Louisville Slugger Field on November 13th, 1998. The stadium was opened in April of 2000 and was designed to seat over 13,000 fans. Slugger Field is a beautiful complex and has helped lead the Bats towards several attendance awards for the league. The recessed playing field features a natural grass playing field that never seems to have a blade of grass out of place. For more information about Bats Baseball and Slugger Field, visit their website at Bat’s Baseball.

Check back Tuesday for 3 more entries into Why I love Louisville!

Louisville KY – Why I love you, from A-Z is a post from: Oldham County KY homes for sale.

Neighboring communities of LaGrange and Crestwood also help to bring a sense of community to the county. Crestwood was named the 52nd best place to live in 2005 by CNN’s Money Magazine. LaGrange is one of the few cities left that has a train track that runs right down Main Street! Up to 30 trains a day make the journey through the County Seat of LaGrange, KY.

Make your move to a higher quality of life in Oldham County!

Source : Crestwood Top 52 Place to Live.
Source : Buckner Named Top Family Friendly Neighborhood in KY

Buckner Best Family Friendly City in Kentucky is a post from: Oldham County KY homes for sale.

Thunder Street Closings is a post from: Oldham County KY homes for sale.

Congrats to www.lousiville.com and Havana Beverages

If you can dodge a wrench, you can dodge a dodgeball. – Patches O’Hoolihan

Louisville, really is this cool.

Can you dodge a wrench? is a post from: Oldham County KY homes for sale.

2. Home Prices are Down
We know that no one can accurately predict house prices. What we DO know for SURE is right now, prices – relative to affordability – are the best they’ve been in DECADES. Is this your once-in-a-generation (or lifetime?) opportunity?

3. Housing Selection is Plentiful
The number of homes on the market continues to escalate. When paired with the exceptionally low interest rates of today, the motivation to buy increases. It’s a buyer’s market… take advantage of it while you can.

4. Current First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit
Homes purchased after January 1, 2009 and before December 1, 2009 are eligible for a tax credit up to $8,000.

5. Tax Deductions with Home Ownership
Homeowners have the potential to deduct mortgage interest, interest on home equity financing, property taxes and more.

6. More Buying Power
With housing prices and interest rates hitting historical lows, you have the potential to buy property that might have been out of your range in years past.

7. Possibility to Buy in a Better Location
When the number of homes on the market continues to increase there are more AFFORDABLE, quality homes on the market – in desirable locations and all price ranges.

8. Federal Reserve Action Plan
Simply Put — the Central Bank is pouring money into the system.

9. Build Your Future Now

9 Reasons why you should be buying now. is a post from: Oldham County KY homes for sale.

If you’ve visited the area, I’m sure you know that there are vast amounts of beach front condos for sale in Panama City Beach. There are beautiful high-rise condos with numerous amenities including lagoon-style pools, world-class gyms, arcades, and beach front bars and grills. Heck, you’ll even find some with dive-in movie theatres!

Over the past couple of years, Panama City Beach has really grown up. If you haven’t been recently, you wouldn’t even recognize it. There have been numerous improvements to the city including new roads with beautiful landscaping, and my personal favorite, the Pier Park outdoor living center. If you get to visit, Pier Park is the place to be, if you ask me.

What’s exciting about Panama City Beach is the new Bay County International Airport which is currently under construction. It’s the last international airport to be built in almost 20 years. I know you may be thinking, “Great. But, who cares?” Well, what’s so wonderful about this new airport is that it’s the first “green airport.” Yes, it’s going to be carbon-neutral!

If you’re lucky enough to buy Panama City real estate, please let them know that I referred you. They’ll give you the all-star treatment! Oh, and don’t forget to invite me down for some piña coladas.

Sun and Sand is a post from: Oldham County KY homes for sale.