🆕 🏡 NewListing!! This stunning 1.5-story home in Richmond has it all! Featuring 6 bedrooms, a finished walk-out basement, a luxurious kitchen with black stainless appliances, and a cozy two-story great room with a gas log fireplace 🔥. The primary suite on the main level offers pure comfort with wood floors, a tray ceiling, and a walk-in shower & tub. Upstairs, enjoy extra bedrooms, an office, and a bonus room!

The basement is perfect for entertaining, with a second kitchenette, a huge family room, and more! Outside, relax on the covered porch or in the flat, fenced backyard. This home is move-in ready and waiting for you! 🏠✨

Contact us today to schedule your tour! 📞 859-353-4501

Welcome to 1028 Rubrum Way, Richmond, KY! This stunning 5-bedroom, 3-bath home offers luxurious living on a picturesque 1-acre lot. With its open-concept family room and kitchen, this home provides a spacious and inviting environment. High ceilings and elegant bamboo floors create a modern yet warm atmosphere throughout the main living areas. The kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring a double oven, granite countertops, and a large island with a gas cooktop and seating, perfect for entertaining. Enjoy your meals in the cozy eat-in area or utilize the separate dining room, which can also function as an office space.

This smart home is equipped with Alexa-enabled smart lights and a fireplace that can be controlled with voice commands. The beautiful first-floor primary en-suite offers a serene retreat with a sitting area and two closets. The primary bath features a luxurious jetted tub, a tiled shower, and dual vanities for your comfort. Upstairs, you’ll find an extra-large fifth bedroom, which can also serve as a versatile entertainment space or bonus room.

For those who need ample storage and workspace, the expansive heated 4-car garage is perfect, offering comfort and convenience year-round. The outdoor space is just as impressive, with professionally landscaped gardens, multiple irrigation zones, and a four-board wood fence enclosing the backyard. Relax and unwind on the covered back patio, complete with a cozy gas fireplace table that conveys with the home, creating the perfect spot to enjoy your private and serene oasis.

Don’t miss out on this beautifully upgraded home that combines modern conveniences with luxury and comfort. Schedule a tour today to see why 1028 Rubrum Way is your dream home!

Welcome to The American Dream TV! With local Realtor host Amanda Marcum, today I am incredibly honored to show you around one of my favorite locations here in Central Kentucky, Chenault Vineyards. Chenault is a 500-acre incredible property featuring a winery, wedding venue, and concert amphitheater—this place has it all! We are going to get a behind-the-scenes look at everything with General Manager Christina Pennington. Let’s go check it out! Bonus: Take a tour of a local home for sale at 1007 Warriors Trace, conveniently located not far from Chenault Vineyards.

 If you’re thinking about selling your house, you should know there are buyers who are ready and able to pay today’s high prices. But they want a home that’s move-in ready. A recent press release from Redfin explains:

“Buyers are still out there and they’re willing to pay today’s high prices, but only if the house is in really good shape. They don’t want to spend extra money on paint or new appliances.”

It makes sense when you think about it. They’re having to pay a lot of money for a house in today’s market. That means they may not be able to easily afford upgrades after they move in. So, if your home is outdated or needs some work, buyers might pass it by or offer a lower price than you were hoping for.

And there are a lot of homes that need upgrades right now. Millions are entering their prime remodel years, meaning they’re between 20 and 39 years old. Maybe yours is one of them. According to John Burns Research and Consulting (JBRC), the number of homes in their prime remodel years is high and growing (see graph below):

If your house falls into this category, it's important to consider making selective updates to help it appeal to buyers, so it sells faster. But how do you know where to spend your time and money?

Why You Need a Real Estate Agent

By working with a local real estate agent to be strategic about the improvements you make, you can be sure you’re making a smart investment. Put simply, not all upgrades are worth the cost. As Bankrate says:

“Before you spend money on costly upgrades, be sure the changes you make will have a high return on investment. It doesn’t make sense to install new granite countertops, for example, if you only stand to break even on them, or even lose money.”

 And, as that same Bankrate article goes on to say, that’s where a local real estate agent comes in:

“. . . a good real estate agent will know what local buyers expect and can help you decide what needs doing and what doesn’t.”

Your agent will know what buyers in your area are looking for and what they're willing to pay for it. By working together, you can avoid spending money on upgrades that won't pay off. Instead, they’ll fill you in on which changes will make your house more appealing and valuable.

Bottom Line

Selling a house right now requires more than just putting up a For Sale sign. You need to make sure it’s in good condition to attract buyers who are willing to pay today’s high prices.

The way to do that is by making smart improvements that will give you the best return on your investment. Let’s work together so you know what buyers are looking for and what your house needs before selling. 

🌟🏡 Hi friends! Today, we're going to tour the Merrick Plan by Payne Homes! 🏡🌟

The Merrick Plan features almost 1600 finished/living square feet with a wide open flow in the main living areas. This home comes equipped with:

✨ Engineered wood floors in the kitchen/dining/living areas, tile in the laundry & baths, and carpet in the bedrooms 🪵🛋️🛏️ ✨ All 3 bedrooms feature walk-in closets & come wired for a ceiling fan 👚🔌 

✨ Highlights include:

Granite countertops in the kitchen 🍽️🔹

Stainless steel appliances 🍴✨

Concrete patio 🏞️

Double sinks in both bathrooms 🚿🛁

Tiled walk-in shower in the primary bath 🚿🔸

Cute covered front porch, coat closet, and a laundry room 🧥🧺

Plus, the HOA fee is only $250/year! 🌟

Magnolia Pointe offers a unique location in Richmond with amenities like a dog park 🐶, family park 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦, fishing lakes 🎣, and walking trails 🚶‍♀️🌳.

🌟🏡 Hi friends! Today, we're going to tour the Gavin Plan by Payne Homes! 🏡🌟

The Gavin Plan might be small, but it's mighty with a very functional flow and layout. 

This ranch home features:

✨ WIDE open and flexible kitchen/living/dining spaces 🍽️🏠✨ A large primary ensuite with a walk-in closet, double sinks, and a fiberglass walk-in shower with a bench 🚿🛏️

✨ Highlights include:

   - Kitchen island with breakfast bar 🥐☕

   - Pantry and granite countertops 🍽️🔹

   - 9' ceilings for a spacious feel 🌿

   - Laundry/mudroom 🧺

   - Walk-in closets in both secondary bedrooms 👚👕

Plus, the HOA fee is only $250/year! 🌟

Magnolia Pointe offers a unique location in Richmond with amenities like a dog park 🐶, family park 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦, fishing lakes 🎣, and walking trails 🚶‍♀️🌳.

Join us on this tour and see why the Gavin Plan is perfect for you! 🎥✨ Want to see it in person? Call me 📲 859-353-3501

Welcome to the American Dream! With local Realtor host Amanda Marcum, take a deep dive into the splendor of Boones Trace in North Richmond, Kentucky. This suburb of Lexington is an ideal option for people to live who want some really great neighborhood amenities, space between houses and 24/7 security! If you’d like to learn more about what Richmond and Madison County have to offer!

📢 Hi friends! Amanda Marcum here again with an extra special guest, Susan Hatfield from Benchmark Mortgage right here in Richmond, KY! 🏡✨

Today, we're diving into the hot topic: "The Cost of Waiting!" 🤔💸 Is it a good time to buy? My answer is always YES, but Susan says, "It depends!"  and it depends on things like your 📊 your credit score, 💼 your assets and 🏠 how long you plan to stay in the property.

Amanda and Susan break down some historical numbers 📈 to give you better insight into what waiting might cost you. Is it a good time to buy or not? Well, you definitely have to look at the math! 🔢✅

Tune in to get the facts and make the best decision for your unique situation! See you all next time! 👋😊

📊🏡 It's that time of the month again! Let's circle back and look at April market statistics. We're excited to have Susan Hatfield from Benchmark Mortgage with us today to give insights on the market, interest rates, and loan types. 📈🏠

Here are some key stats for Madison County:

150 homes sold 🏡

Average sale price: $318,000 💰

98% List to sales price ratio 🔄

50 days on the market ⏳

141 new listings in April 🆕

As for rates, things should stay around the same. We’re nearing the 7% mark for a conventional loan. 📉💸

Thanks for tuning in, and we'll see you next month! 🙌✨

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