Central Kentucky Real Estate Blog by Ashley Whitworth, Realtor

What To Do While You're Waiting To Buy A Home

You've probably heard a lot of chatter the past few months about the Seller's Market we're in right now. Across the nation, inventory of available homes for sale is at a historic low, which means that Buyers have A LOT of other competition when a home becomes available. We're seeing many homes in the area end up with multiple offers and selling significantly above original list price or with minimal stipulations to get the winning bid. 
So, if you're a buyer, we try and give you the best picture of what the market is doing so that when the time comes to write an offer, you're prepared for what you might be up against. But while you're waiting, what can you be doing to boost your buying power? Here are 6 things you can actively be working on while you wait to buy your dream home!
What To Do While You're Waiting To Buy A Home
1. Get Pre-Approved
No matter where you are in the home buying process, you'll want to first talk with a mortgage lender to get ...

February 2021 Top Producers

Oh. My. Goodness!!! ?? So honored to be amongst these giants in the real estate world and thankful to my clients for letting me be a part of your stories! ❤️❤️❤️

February 2021 Top Producers...

Recommendation Mondays: Kentucky Humane Society

A new Recommendation Monday is here!

If you’ve known me for any amount of time, you know that I LOVE dogs! Brandon and I had our sweet Stella, a 150lb English Mastiff, for 7 years before she passed unexpectedly while we were in Utah. While it hasn’t been the right time for us to bring another pup into our home yet, that doesn’t stop us from vicariously loving on other people’s dogs!

Enter Ethan! 

Recommendation Mondays: Kentucky Humane Society


Recommendation Mondays: Kentucky Humane Society

Recommendation Mondays: Kentucky Humane Society

Ethan’s story began as a sad one when he was found severely malnourished by members from Kentucky Humane Society. Since that time, we, along with many friends and people across the state and country have been following along with Ethan’s story as the great folks at Kentucky Humane post daily updates of his progress. We get so excited when there’s an Ethan Update and often comment and laugh with the stories they...

Market Stats: January 2021

Market Stats: January 2021

You see that Averages Sold Price? It's jumped up over $30,000 from this time last year. Surprised Why?? Because of that "Active Residential Inventory" number. It's over HALF of what we were this time last year. 

LESS inventory = GREATER demand = HIGHER selling prices

You NEED someone to help you navigate this market we're in; that's where I come in! Give me a call!

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Recommendation Mondays: Sweet & Spicy Chili

It's another Recommendation Monday! 

This chili recipe is a staple in my house, especially when cold weather hits like today. ❄️

The longer you leave it in the crockpot, the better it is! My hubs and I like spicy foods, so we tend to load ours with lots of Tabasco and other HOT ingredients but feel free to play around with what you like; you can’t go wrong! And trust me on the Fritos—it makes this recipe even better!

Recommendation Mondays: Sweet & Spicy Chili

Let me know if you try it and what you think! 

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Recommendation Mondays: NPR's Up First

Recommendation Mondays: NPR's Up First

Confession Time with Ashley....

I’m don’t like keeping up the news. It’s overwhelming and confusing and there are a ton of things I’d rather do! But, I made a goal to keep myself educated on current events and listen to more podcasts rather than music when I’m in the car, so I want to share something that’s been helping me over the last few weeks. Enjoy my new little segment called Recommendation Monday.

I’ve been listening to NPR's Up First podcast thanks to a recommendation from a friend of mine. They’re about 10-15 mins long every day and they give a small snippet of some of the top stories going on in the world. I like the fact that they’re short, so I don’t feel like I’m having to commit to a long segment, and many of the correspondents break down complicated issues in easy-to-understand language.

Are there any other educational podcasts that you recommend? Let me know in the comments below!

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Market Stats: December 2020

Despite the twists and turns of 2020, the housing market was booming. I'm sure you've heard Realtors and other experts going on and on about low inventory and low mortgage rates. Here's what we're seeing in our area.

Market Stats: December 2020

December 2020 market stats show that across Central Kentucky, we have less than half of the inventory we had at the same time in 2019. We've also seen a 64% drop in the Days on Market for new listings. With mortgage rates below 3%, buyers can pay significantly lower mortgage payments than ever before; as long as they can get an offer accepted. Sellers are seeing multiple offers come in on their homes; many above asking price or without contingencies.

For Sellers who are contemplating making a move, let's chat about your strategic options! Buyers, make sure you KNOW what you're looking for in a new home and are ready to jump when THE ONE comes along because you've got a lot of competition.

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Home Maintenance Tips: January 2021

Kick the year off right with January's Home Maintenance Tips! Keep the cold outside where it belongs and protect your home from leaks and damage.

January 2021 Home Maintenance Tips

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