henderson ky: Credit Card Protection Tips for Evansville, IN and Henderson, KY! - 01/29/13 02:04 AM
 Did you know that this time of year is the worst for credit card fraud? That’s because credit cards are used heavily during the holidays, and consumers aren’t as anxious to examine their statements in January and February! The Better Business Bureau has tips to help you protect yourself, and I’ve added my own thoughts as well!
1. Always get receipts and keep them. Make sure you have a printout of your online order confirmation. Keep all physical receipts from brick-and-mortar locations. If a clerk asks if you want your receipt, say yes!  Be sure to read your billing statements every … (3 comments)

henderson ky: Beautiful Ranch Style Home in Henderson City! - 01/17/13 02:43 PM
Beautiful Ranch Style Home In Henderson City! … (3 comments)

henderson ky: Great Events for Great Causes in Henderson, KY and Evansville, IN! - 11/19/12 10:00 PM
As the holidays draw near, we have are a number of family events coming up in Henderson, KY and Evansville, IN! Best of all, you can have a good time while helping worthy causes in our area! Here are a few recommendations for you!
Henderson, KY celebrates the annual Turkey Trot 5k Run on Thanksgiving Day, November 22! Registration begins at 8:00 a.m., race begins at 9:00 a.m.! All skill levels and walkers are welcome. Work up a healthy appetite while you run, walk or stroll to benefit the Brain Injury Adventure Camp.
The recommended entry fee is $25, which … (0 comments)

henderson ky: Could Your "Core Score" Help You Buy an Evansville Home? - 11/05/12 03:56 PM
If you would like to become a homeowner in Evansville, IN or Henderson, KY, but your credit history is lean, having a good "Core Score" could help you. Unlike traditional credit reporting that relies on your record of credit card payments, car payments, and consumer loans, your Core Score takes other payment behaviors into account. Here's how it works!
The Core Score does not replace the credit histories and scores compiled by Experian, TransUnion or Equifax. Instead, it supplements these reports by including data that is normally not a part of your credit profile. Depending on your situation, this could help, … (0 comments)

henderson ky: How to Find Home Buying Bargains in Henderson, KY! - 09/24/12 04:37 PM
Now that summer is over, another busy season is upon us - the season of the motivated home seller! If you have been waiting to buy a home in Henderson, KY, autumn is a great time for serious home shopping!
Here are a few things to look for when scouting for homes that may have motivated sellers:
Days on Market. Buyers have been very picky this year, and good homes can be overlooked for cosmetic reasons that have nothing to do with value. Also, the longer a home remains on the market, the less interest buyers tend to have in it, … (0 comments)

henderson ky: Credit Score Facts for Henderson, KY Short Sellers - 09/10/12 04:12 PM
 
For Henderson homeowners who need to consider selling their home through a short sale, one of the primary concerns involve the impact to their credit score. Home sellers often have the impression that a short sale does not harm their credit score as badly as a foreclosure would.
While short sales are preferable to foreclosures, FICO makes no distinction between the two for credit score purposes. In a recent blog from August 2012, FICO explains that a foreclosure event and a short sale amount to the same high-risk default category, and therefore the score damage is about the same.
Per … (0 comments)

henderson ky: Mobile Apps for your Henderson, KY Home Search - 07/16/12 06:16 PM
Can you believe we’re half way through July already? If you’re hoping to buy a home in Henderson, KY before the beginning of the school year, there’s still plenty of time. If you’re on the hunt for a new home, chances are you’re doing so online. With 54.9 percent of U.S. mobile subscribers using a smart phone, according to a recent Nielsen report, I thought I’d suggest some free (and cheap) mobile applications home buyers and home sellers will find useful to navigate the Henderson, KY real estate market. Of course, there’s no substitute for the guidance of a real estate … (0 comments)

henderson ky: Celebrate the 4th of July in Henderson, KY - 07/02/12 06:39 PM
Happy 4th of July! Festivities surrounding the 4th of July are always such great ways to kick-off summer here in Henderson, KY. There’s a lot to do if you’re planning to stay in town and celebrate with friends, family and neighbors. Horse racing, food, children’s activities, live music, and of course fireworks! The best part of the day happens when the sun goes down and the gorgeous firework display lights up the sky. Here’s my abbreviated guide to how to celebrate the 4th of July in Henderson, KY.
Opening Day at Ellis Park
Celebrate opening day at Ellis Park in Henderson, … (0 comments)

henderson ky: Celebrate Mother's Day in Henderson, KY - 05/07/12 06:03 PM
Many of us have a special person in our lives we like to show our appreciation for on Mother’s Day. Whether it’s a mother, stepmother, grandmother, foster mother, aunt, friend or any other woman who has made a difference in your life, there are many ways to show her you care this weekend in Henderson, KY! Below you can check out my Mother’s Day guide. Feel free to leave a comment if you have any additional ideas for how to celebrate Mother’s Day in Henderson, KY this weekend.
Mother’s Day Tea Party
Grab your prettiest hat and the guest of honor … (0 comments)

henderson ky: Catch a Glimpse of This Fabulous Home! - 04/24/12 02:37 PM
Catch a Glimpse of this Fabulous Home! … (2 comments)

henderson ky: Now is the Time to Buy a Home in Henderson, KY! - 04/23/12 08:14 PM
Did any of you go to Henderson Tri-Fest last weekend? If so, leave a note in the comments and let me know your favorite memory! I love these types of events that bring the whole community together for fitness, food, fun and fundraising. If any of you traveled to Henderson from out of state, I hope you enjoyed your time here. There are sure to be a lot of great events like Henderson Tri-Fest going on as the weather gets warmer and I can’t wait to meet some of you out in the community.
As we all know, the Henderson, KY … (0 comments)

henderson ky: Spring Happenings: Henderson Tri-Fest - 04/09/12 08:13 PM
The spring market is really heating up and I’ve had a lot of out-of-towners coming to Henderson, KY to find their next home. If you’re thinking about making a move to our area, mark your calendar for the weekend of April 20th - 22nd to jumpstart your Henderson, KY home search. I’d be glad to show you some of the homes on the market, and you can take advantage of the opportunity to mingle with your future neighbors and community members at this year’s Henderson Tri-Fest.
Organized by the Breakfast Lions Club, what is now one of the largest festivals … (0 comments)

henderson ky: Use the Latest Technology to Stay Up-To-Date With the City of Henderson! - 02/27/12 02:28 PM
One of the most important roles I play as a Henderson, KY real estate agent is that of a community resource, and I do my job well. Some things, however, are best addressed and answered by the city of Henderson, KY, and I consider it part of my responsibility to let my community know how they can get those answers. Luckily, technology is so advanced today that you can essentially do anything with it, and the city of Henderson, KY has caught on to that! Now, there are a couple smartphone apps that you can use to stay in-the-know about Henderson’s … (6 comments)

henderson ky: Avoid High Homeowner’s Insurance Rates on Your Henderson, KY Home! - 02/13/12 03:30 PM
One of the most important fees that Henderson, KY home buyers need to consider when beginning their search is homeowner’s insurance. It’s important to invest in this to protect your property from accidental damage or liability. As Henderson, KY real estate agent, I feel that it is important to help guide people who are buying a home through the process of obtaining insurance. After all, if you don’t have a strong insurance policy on your home, then should there be any damage done, you won’t have the coverage and protection that you need to rebuild.
While this is a necessary expense … (0 comments)

henderson ky: Your February Event Roundup for Henderson, KY! - 01/30/12 04:19 PM
Can you believe how quickly January has flown by? It seems like just yesterday that we were creating our list of resolutions for a new year and getting over the holiday hustle. One of the best parts about living in Henderson, KY is that winter doesn’t slow us down. We still have a well-rounded variety of awesome community events that are bound to pique your interest and keep you involved in the area’s happenings all season long. As your Henderson real estate agent, I feel that it is part of my responsibility to ensure that all of you are in the … (0 comments)

henderson ky: Avoid These Common Homeowner Mistakes When Filing Your Henderson, KY Tax Return! - 01/16/12 03:40 PM
Tomorrow marks that time of year that is commonly known as tax season. As a Henderson real estate agent, part of my job is educating members of my community about all the benefits that come with being a homeowner, and getting certain tax deductions is only one of them. For many Henderson, KY homeowners, doing your taxes is difficult enough without factoring in all of the tax benefits. The complicated ins and outs of homeowner tax breaks can result in costly errors that will drive the IRS to your doorstep if you don’t take the right precautions and carefully calculate each … (0 comments)

henderson ky: Credit Tips for Henderson, KY Home Buyers! - 01/02/12 08:04 PM
Welcome to 2012! The New Year is a great time to make a fresh start! As your Henderson, KY real estate agent, I’d like to share some information that could help everyone improve their credit score.
Good credit is a must these days, whether you are buying a home, looking for a job, or applying for insurance. A good credit score can open doors; a weak credit score can be a barrier to opportunity. Sometimes the only thing holding buyers back from the Henderson, KY real estate market is a mortgage approval.
Also, small improvements in your credit score can … (4 comments)

henderson ky: Give Back this Holiday Season in Henderson! - 12/05/11 04:49 PM
When I think of the holidays, the first word that comes to mind is “giving.” We give gifts to our friends and family, and we give our time and energy to host holiday parties and show the people in our lives how much we care about them. In the spirit of giving, the city of Henderson, KY really rallies together during the holiday season. Whether you’re giving back by participating in a charity event or showing your community support by taking part in a town event, in Henderson, KY, the holiday season is in full-swing.
As your Henderson, KY real estate … (0 comments)

henderson ky: Avoid These Mistakes When Pricing Your Henderson, KY Home! - 11/21/11 06:02 PM
There’s no denying it: selling your home in this real estate market is not easy. Home prices are going down, and as much value as you may feel your home has, the current Henderson, KY real estate market conditions might say differently. In this buyer’s market, pricing your home is imperative to getting your property sold quickly and for the best price possible. While this might sound simple enough, pricing your Henderson, KY home for sale is far from easy. It is an art form that will require some help from your Henderson real estate agent.
As someone who as lived … (3 comments)

henderson ky: I don't like seeing sellers pay premium prices for discounted services. - 02/16/10 07:12 PM
I may ruffle a few feathers with the questions below, but I don't like seeing sellers pay premium prices for discounted services.
I see it every week, after week, after week.  And, it continues to surprise and dismay me!  Sellers are getting ripped off in my market......and they keep listing with the same agents! 
There are tons tools available today such as digital cameras, video, multitudes of free listing sites, blogging sites, social media, Twitter and many agents are continuing to do the MINIMUM for their sellers.  They take a few pictures, no virtual tour let alone a *gasp* video.
Now, … (4 comments)