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Fun Things To Do In Southern Indiana This Weekend 3/23/22

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Fun Things To Do In Southern Indiana This Weekend 3/23/22

Looking for something fun to do in Southern Indiana this weekend? Here are just a few of the things going on in the 812: 1. Photos With The Easter Bunny The Green Tree Mall in Clarksville is hosting pictures with the Easter Bunny. Stop in and let your kids take a picture with Peter Cottontail. A special pet night will be on April 4th. Online reservations are highly recommended, but not required. 3/25 & 26, 11am-7pm, Prices Vary By Photo Package https://whereisbunny.com/mal

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Fun Things To Do In Southern Indiana This Weekend 3/16/22

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Fun Things To Do In Southern Indiana This Weekend 3/16/22

Looking for something fun to do in Southern Indiana this weekend? Here are just a few of the things going on in the 812: 1. Big 4 Escape & Smash One Year Anniversary Party Our friends at Big 4 Escape and Smash in Jeffersonville are celebrating one year in business by throwing a celebration and the local community is invited. Stop by for games, prizes, music, food, face painting, prize drawings, and more. While you're there, schedule a time to test out one of their escape ro

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An Anniversary Party You Won't Want To Escape From

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An Anniversary Party You Won't Want To Escape From

Our friends at Big 4 Escape and Smash in Jeffersonville are celebrating one year in business by throwing a celebration and the local community is invited. On Saturday March 19th from Noon-8pm, you can stop by for games, prizes, music, food, and more. According to their social media event page, here's what the party will entail: • FREE popcorn • FREE soft drinks • FREE cupcakes • FREE candy • $4 hotdog & French fries • $7 burger & French fries • Carnival Games: Crazy Hat, Ring

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Fun Things To Do In Southern Indiana This Weekend 3/9/22

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Fun Things To Do In Southern Indiana This Weekend 3/9/22

Looking for something fun to do in Southern Indiana this weekend? Here are just a few of the things going on in the 812: 1. 49 Miles Of Misery The Clark County Museum in Jeffersonville presents an exhibit commemorating the 10th anniversary of the tornado outbreak that struck Henryville and other parts of Southern Indiana. See pictures and watch a video detailing the events of that day and the destruction the tornadoes left in their paths. Hands on exhibits will simulate tor

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Fun Things To Do In Southern Indiana This Weekend 3/1/22

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Fun Things To Do In Southern Indiana This Weekend 3/1/22

Looking for something fun to do in Southern Indiana this weekend? Here are just a few of the things going on in the 812: 1. Oklahoma, The Musical Jeffersonville High School Theatre Department presents Oklahoma! This performance by the students of Jeff High will of offer "a fresh view on this pioneering American musical about young love on the frontier." Concessions will be sold at the event. 3/4-6, Showtimes Vary, Tickets Required https://www.showtix4u.com/event-details/608

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Don't Skip The Home Inspection, Here's Why.

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Don't Skip The Home Inspection, Here's Why.

The average age of a purchased home in the United States has grown by 10 years since 2009. Older homes can be marked by character and quality of construction when compared to newer built houses, but like humans, homes tend to have components that break down as they get older. Why does this matter? When buying a home, we recommend that our clients get a home inspection 9unless they have a compelling reason not to) so that they know what they are getting. A home inspection giv

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Fun Things To Do In Southern Indiana This Weekend 2/23/22

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Fun Things To Do In Southern Indiana This Weekend 2/23/22

Looking for something fun to do in Southern Indiana this weekend? Here are just a few of the things going on in the 812: 1. Maple Syrup Festival The legendary LM Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival in Salem is back for another go around. Take a tour, grab some food, check out craft vendors, play games, and of course grab some of the finest maple syrup Southern Indiana has to offer. Click the link below for more details. 2/26 & 27, 9am-5pm, Free Parking & Free Admission http://ww

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Fun Things To Do In Southern Indiana This Weekend 2/16/22

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Fun Things To Do In Southern Indiana This Weekend 2/16/22

Looking for something fun to do in Southern Indiana this weekend? Here are just a few of the things going on in the 812: 1. Rock On Winter Rock On Winter is a live music, multi-band, Christian rock concert event taking place at The Grand in New Albany. 4 bands will take the stage and bring their own unique sounds and songs. Food and drink will be available for purchase at the event. Tickets are expected to sell out, so get your tickets at the link below today. 2/19, 4pm,

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How To Get A Free Credit Report Every Week

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How To Get A Free Credit Report Every Week

Your credit score is the equivalent of your modern day passport to financial opportunities. With good credit you can get better rates on mortgages, car loans, and even some insurance policies. Good credit can open the door to certain jobs, apartments, and more. And if your credit is bad your borrowing costs tend to go up and certain opportunities can disappear. That is why keeping your credit healthy is extremely important to your financial life. Credit Report Your credit re

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Fun Things To Do In Southern Indiana This Weekend 2/9/22

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Fun Things To Do In Southern Indiana This Weekend 2/9/22

Looking for something fun to do in Southern Indiana this weekend? Here are just a few of the things going on in the 812: 1. Candyland Sweet Stroll This event combines a scavenger hunt with candy treats as you stroll through downtown New Albany. Each ticket purchased comes with a goodie bag and a scavenger hunt. Follow the clues on the map as you visit local New Albany businesses and collect a sweet treat made by a local candy maker at each destination. Click on the link be

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Curb Appeal DO's And DON'Ts From A Landscaping Pro

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Curb Appeal DO's And DON'Ts From A Landscaping Pro

Whether your selling your home or just want your home to stand out more, curb appeal counts. Buyers buy with their eyes, so when you're looking to sell you house, the way the front of your home looks counts even more. In Southern Indiana, MLS (Multiple Listing Service) rules state that the first picture of each home listing must be of the front of the house. So whether a buyer is driving by your home or they find it online, the front of the home is the first impression they'l

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Buyers Buy With Their Eyes. How To Prepare Your House For Listing Pictures.

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Buyers Buy With Their Eyes. How To Prepare Your House For Listing Pictures.

American homebuyers primarily shop for homes online before choosing a real estate agent. They crave lots of interior and exterior pictures and many won’t read about a listing that doesn’t have them. For example, a consumer wrote in a forum at CityData.com, “As I am looking at a listing, if there are no pictures, I disregard the listing . . . and if the bedrooms and baths aren’t shown, I disregard the listing.” There are reasons that a listing may not include pictures of the

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Lumber Prices Are Impacting Local Builders And Buyers

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Lumber Prices Are Impacting Local Builders And Buyers

In January of 2020, prior to the rise of the global pandemic caused by Covid-19, lumber prices were hovering around $400 per 1,000 board feet. Today, that same 1,000 board feet of lumber costs around $1,000, or roughly 2.5 times the cost. And as recently as May 2021, the price of lumber was more than $1,600 per 1,000 board feet. To say prices have gone up and are changing rapidly is an understatement. These price changes have had a direct impact on the Southern Indiana real

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Fun Things To Do In Southern Indiana This Weekend 2/4/22

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Fun Things To Do In Southern Indiana This Weekend 2/4/22

Looking for something fun to do in Southern Indiana this weekend? Here are just a few of the things going on in the 812: 1. Chocolate Lover's Weekend Huber's Orchard & Winery in Borden is hosting their annual Chocolate Lover's Weekend. Purchase one of their wine tasting packages and they will help you pair it with the perfect chocolates from local candy maker, Schimpff's. Per Huber's, the chocolates are included with each paid wine tasting. Wine tastings start at $12 per p

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First Time Home Buyer Seminar Offers Expert Guidance And Hors d'oeuvres

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First Time Home Buyer Seminar Offers Expert Guidance And Hors d'oeuvres

Buying a home is a complex transaction full of protentional twists and turns. It requires lots of documentation, paperwork, negotiations, team work, and careful timing. But if you are thinking about buying a home, don't fret. There are experts that have gone before you who can help smooth your path to getting the keys to your new home. The IU Alumni Association of Kentuckiana has put together a group of such experts to help offer tips and maybe even a few tricks to individu

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Free Covid-19 Test Kits Available For Southern Indiana Residents

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Free Covid-19 Test Kits Available For Southern Indiana Residents

Have you been searching for an at-home Covid-19 test kit, but can't find them at stores in Southern Indiana? The federal government just opened up their portal to give four (4) FREE test kits to each home address. We have tested this ourselves and the sign up process is quick and easy. Simply click on the link below, enter some basic information, and per they site your test kits will ship in 7-12 days. Even the shipping is free. Here is the link: https://www.covidtests.gov

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Fun Things To Do In Southern Indiana This Weekend 1/19/22

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Fun Things To Do In Southern Indiana This Weekend 1/19/22

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Here are just a few of the things going on in the 812: 1. Kit Miracle Art Exhibition Southern Indiana artist Kit Miracle will have her artwork on display at the Harrison County Arts gallery in downtown Corydon. Kit describes herself as a "storyteller" who uses paint instead of words to tell stories. You can learn more about Kit and her paintings at the link below, then plan a visit to Harrison County Arts to see them in person.

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Fun Things To Do In Southern Indiana This Weekend 1/12/22

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Fun Things To Do In Southern Indiana This Weekend 1/12/22

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Here are just a few of the things going on in the 812: 1. Family Painting Classes Bring your kids and join in the painting fun with Viva Art (formerly Uptown Art) in New Albany. Your admission fee includes your canvas, paint, brushes, and instruction. The class lasts 2-2.5 hours and no art experiences is necessary. Book you class online at the link below. 1/16, 2pm, $28 per person/painting https://www.vivaart.net/bookaclass htt

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Are Interest Rates Set To Go Up?

This week we got an inside look at what the Federal Reserve Governors talked about prior to their meeting this past December. WHY SHOULD YOU CARE? "That sounds amazing", you say with all the sarcasm you can muster. But below our lead Realtor, Mike Schoonover, talks about why you should care. Take a look: If you want to know what your mortgage rate or monthly payment might be with current rates, email us at 812Living@gmail.com. If you have other questions real estate related

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Fun Things To Do In Southern Indiana This Weekend 1/5/22

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Fun Things To Do In Southern Indiana This Weekend 1/5/22

5 Fun Things is back for 2022. Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Here are just a few of the things going on in the 812: 1. Paint & Sip At Union Restaurant Paint a painting and sip wine, it's as simple and fun as that. Union Restaurant and Gameyard in Jeffersonville is hosting this fun event. For $25 you'll get all of the supplies you need for painting, painting instruction, and a glass of wine. Registration required at the link below. 1/8, 2pm, Cost $25, Ticket

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