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Come and see why Celebrities, wealthy People from all over the world and Sheiks own farms right here in the Bluegrass.

just 40 minutes to Lexington Bluegrass Airport - just 3 miles to town

       

30 yrs in business and we are members of the Better Business Bureau

Boyle County Chamber, Lincoln County Chamber and Taylor County Chamber of Commerce
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So what about Lexington, KY...

http://www.CommerceLexington.com/

BLUEGRASS Rankings

#1  - BEST CITIES FOR FINDING A JOB After surveying more than 18,000 employers in 100 metropolitan areas to find out who’s hiring, who’s firing and who plans to
maintain their current staff levels in the second quarter of 2011, results showed that Lexington–Fayette, KY, is the metropolitan area with the most optimistic forecast of all for hiring this spring.    
Forbes, 2011

#2  - MOST EDUCATED WORKFORCE
This ranking is based on the percentages of Lexington’s workforce that are high school graduates or that have attained a bachelor’s or more advanced degree. We are thrilled with our jump to #2 from our #11 ranking in 2007.    
Business Facilities, 2008

#1  - MID-SIZE COMMUNITY
The Fourth Economy Community Index ranked Lexington the top Mid-sized community because it is ideally positioned to attract modern investment and manage economic growth. The index measured investment, talent, sustainability, place, and diversity.    
Fourth Economy, 2011

#6  - LOW COST MANUFACTURING CENTER
Business Facilities magazine, a highly respected economic development trade publication, deemed Lexington as the #6 metro for Low Cost Manufacturing in its annual metro rankings.    
Business Facilities, 2010

#7  - BEST CITY IN TERMS OF BUSINESS COSTS
Competitive Alternatives is KPMG’s comprehensive guide for comparing business
costs. Among US cities studied, Lexington is the seventh most economical city to do business in 2010.    
KPMG Competitive Alternatives, 2010

#4  - BEST PLACE FOR BUSINESS AND CAREERS
Lexington has been ranked as high as #5 in recent years and we are thrilled to be back in the top ten at #9 in 2010. The ranking takes into consideration solid job growth, the education of our labor force, and low business costs.   
Forbes 2011

EDITOR’S LOCATION PICK, BUSINESS FACILITIES, 2010
“Lexington is no horse-and-buggy town. In fact, it is rapidly emerging as Kentucky’s high-tech hub. Hardly a week goes by without another ribbon-slicing at a cutting edge facility. “

A TOP 5 BEST BUY FOR RECENT COLLEGE GRADS AND YOUNG PROFESSIONALS WHO’S YOUR CITY BY RICHARD FLORIDA
Choosing a spouse and choosing a career are important life decisions - but perhaps even more predictive of our all- around personal happiness is our choice of living location, argues Richard Florida. As globalization makes the world effectively smaller, economic growth concentrates in certain mega-regions of large superstar cities, leaving other regions in the proverbial dust. The areas where we live are also affected by our increasingly mobile culture, housing priorities that change as we age and the global economy.

#2  - BEST CITY FOR RELOCATING FAMILIES
Population growth, availability of top-rated colleges and universities, and a new Green Living index, along with various other factors, allowed Lexington to be rated the #2 small metro for relocating a family.
                    Worldwide ERC & Primacy Relocation, 2008

#2  - BEST CITIES FOR EDUCATION
These cities were ranked the best education options, based on graduation rates, test scores and more. Parenting magazine states: “With its an excellent pupil/teacher ratio (13.8:1) and high reading scores, Lexington, is a city with education as a top priority. “
Parenting, 2010

#7  - BEST CITY TO RAISE A FAMILY
Cities were ranked using a statistical analysis of more than 30 factors that parents
deem vitally important, including crime and safety, education, economics, housing, cultural attractions, and health. The top cities were the ones that best complemented family life.
Children’s Health, 2008

#48  - BEST CITY TO LIVE IN WORLDWIDE
As recently as 2006, Lexington was rated as one of the top 50
cities to live in worldwide. The rating was based on an evaluation of 39 criteria, including political, social, economic, and environmental factors, personal safety and health, education, transport, and other public services.
Mercer Consulting, 2006

#7  - QUALITY OF LIFE METRO
Business Facilities magazine, a highly respected economic development trade publication, deemed Lexington as the #7 metro for Quality of Life in its annual metro rankings.
Business Facilities, 2010

100 BEST COMMUNITIES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE
“Lexington/Fayette County provides lo- cal youth with opportunities for non- school hour programming and places to play and learn to increase social and teambuilding skills and ensure success in high school and beyond. A three- time 100 Best winner, Lexington continues to strive to be a better place for its youth by keeping them engaged in school and preventing them from dropping out. ”
America’s Promise Alliance, 2010

TOP TEN CITY OF THE FUTURE
The ‘American Cities of the Future 2011/12’ focuses on a mixture of hard data and expert opinion to rank cities which have the best prospects for in- ward investment, economic development and business expansion.          
FDi Intelligence, 2011

#13  - PERCENT OF POPULATION WITH AN ADVANCED DEGREE
Among cities of 250,000 people or more, Lexington holds the #13 position with 16.2% of its population over age 25 attaining a masters, professional, or doctorate degree.
                              US Census Bureau, 2010 ACS

#6  - BEST VALUE CITY
With a cost-of-living index of 89.1, Lexington is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Lexington’s diversified economy
has largely protected it from the recession affecting the rest of the nation.
Kiplinger, 2011

#5  - COLLEGE SPORTS TOWN
College Sports in Lexington are certainly first-rate, but it is the low crime, solid housing market, and especially the qualityof its public schools that tryuly makes it one of the best college sports towns in America.   Forbes 2009

10  - COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES
within 40 miles of Lexington, ten colleges and Universities call the Bluegrass home.  Three public universities, including the state’s flagship, the University of Kentucky, join the region’s largest community and technical college and six liberal arts colleges to maintain Lexington’s reputation in early America as the “Athens of the West.”

75,000  = STUDENTS ENROLLED WITHIN 40 MILES OF LEXINGTON

13,000  = ANNUAL GRADUATES IN THE BLUEGRASS

Among cities of 250,000 people or more, Lexington holds the #13 position with 38.7% of its population over age 25 attaining a bachelor’s
degree or higher.
US Census Bureau, 2010 ACS

#13  - TOP HOTSPOT FOR YOUNG, TALENTED WORKERS Rebecca Ryan and Next Generation Consulting named Lexington as a top hotspot among their “Midsize Magnets” in the 2009 NextCities Report.  
        NextCities, 2009

#3  - BEST PLACES TO RETIRE
“Downtown Lexington boasts plenty of entertainment options for retirees, including the circa-1922 Kentucky Theatre - which shows independent and classic films - the
Lexington Farmers Market, dozens of restaurants, and the Rupp Arena, home to the university's storied basketball program. ”
CNNMoney, 2010

#9  - BEST AFFORDABLE PLACE TO RETIRE
Lexington was noted as having “low property taxes and cost of living” as well as “dozens of major companies, the University of Kentucky, and horse farms. It enjoys a diverse economy with a mix of agriculture, government, health care, and education.”
Women’s Health, 2009

#6  - BEST MID-SIZE PLACE TO START A SMALL BUSINESS
The top cities in this list have excelled in grow- ing their economies, having a pool of affordable workers, offering stable housing markets, and
keeping crime rates low, among other characteristics.
CNNMoney, 2009

#14  - CITY FOR SALARY VALUE
The experts at Salary.com uncovered the top US cities for building personal net worth, taking into account local salaries, cost of living, and unemployment relative to the national average.

#25  - GREENEST CITY
Lexington placed 25th in Popular Science’s 50 Greenest Cities for 2008. The rankings were based off of four categories: electricity, transportation, green living, and recycling/green perspective.        
Popular Science, 2008

#25  - AMERICA’S 50 BEST CITIES Lexington has great schools, parks, and a high percentage of college-educated residents.
It has below average unemployment and a low default rate.
BusinessWeek, 2011
 
BEST PLACES TO LIVE THE SIMPLE LIFE
 “...this is one of those rare southern towns that offers four distinct seasons, and the relaxed graciousness of the Old South...Lexington also boasts rich African American roots, an impressive history, and distilleries that produce some.
AARP Magazine, 2009
 

LEXINGTON, KY - A PLACE OF A LIFETIME

“Bordered by sharp hills and steep, dark ravines and giving way to lowlands, floodplains, and corn fields to the west, the Bluegrass is Kentucky’s beating heart. Its geographical and spiritual center is Lexington, home of the University of Kentucky, a city encircled by burley, bourbon, and thoroughbreds, but grown nearly independent of them.”
50 Places of a Lifetime, America; National Geographic Traveler, 2001

For a full list of all the great things people have said about Lexington and the Bluegrass, please visit us at http://bgrankings.locateinlexington.com. To find out how to make the Bluegrass your new home, please contact us at (859) 225-5005 or email GGreathouse 'at sign' CommerceLexington.com

Lexington's Civic Center at Triangle Park -

How far is Lexington and Louisville?

Lexington - KY's favorite city is just 28 miles = 35 minutes; Louisville is 70 miles = 1 hr and a little.  Lexington is sprawling south towards Danville.  There are a number of shopping opportunities closer than "downtown" Lexington.  Several in Nicholasville, just twenty minutes away.  If you can't find it in Danville (rare), Lexington/Nicholasville has everything.

(photos by JeffRogers and DanDry)

Back to the Harrodsburg/Danville/Perryville area

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How is the cost of living in the Harrodsburg / central Kentucky area?

Cost of living is, what I consider, some of the lowest in the country.  Groceries are similar to most parts of the country as is gasoline, etc. However, for most people taxes and insurance are some of their greatest expenses. Property tax rates are approximately .0092- example a new home on a few acres worth $100,000 - taxes are $920 per year.  Insurance companies vary, but we have some of the lowest insurance rates in the country. Electric is another great deal here.  We have two different electricity providers - depending on area - it is either 3.9 cents or 5.2 cents per kWh (2004 rates).

Are there opportunities in the area?

There are many opportunities here.  There are not enough services for the population that we have.  A lot of people like to work at the college, factories or hospital here because of the benefits.  Which leaves a huge opportunity for service businesses and tourism is big here also.  Jobs - pay may be lower here compared to NY or CA, but expenses are way lower. I personally think the lifestyle is far better here.  Ours is. Without exorbitant expenses, you are given many freedoms and opportunities to spend this extra cash on yourself or your future.

We talk about costs of living, but quality of life is more important to us here.  The Bluegrass region has spectacular landscape and scenery and we are close to great antique shopping, all of historic bourbon distilleries, several wineries and several cities.  There is always a day trip or weekend trip to enjoy.

just 18 miles away is Award-Winning, Talon Winery - what a glorious place

images courtesy of Award-Winning, Gold Medal Talon Winery

and then there's Elk Creek Vineyards nearby - along with 18 others

images courtesy of Elk Creek Vineyards

and of course, there are the Bourbon distilleries!

We are becoming known as the Napa Valley of Bourbon and here's why -  Bourbon is Kentucky and we are rapidly becoming the tourist attraction to the younger crowd.  Boomers are interested in Wine, but Gen Xers are now more interested in Distilled Spirits and we are in the right place at the right time.

   

   

Call Ken 859-494-5521 cell - today for a showing and to tour the grounds.

more info on this property at www.BluegrassTeam.com

A lot of people ask us about the area weather. Originally from the NorthEast, I think this is a weather bargain. All four seasons, none too harsh or long. I often get asked if we have snow. Sometimes yes, some years no. When we do get snow, it is usually 2" or 3", 2 or 3 times a year and it lasts for 2 or 3 days. That is a fair answer. No hurricanes, no crazy weather like that.

Magazine features Danville as place to retire

HOUSTON - Where to Retire magazine, the only magazine in America geared to helping people with retirement relocation, has selected Danville to profile as a top retirement spot in its January/February issue.

According to editor Alan Fox, Danville has many of the qualities that are important to today's retirees.

"Historic and scenic Danville is a Kentucky Certified Retirement Community. Full of country charm with rolling hills, sprawling horse farms and recreational opportunities on lakes, rivers and streams, Danville is ideal for nature lovers. Centre College and the Community Arts Center draw entertainment like touring Broadway shows, concerts, lectures and numerous festivals. Several area colleges also offer continuing education classes. With five districts on the National Register of Historic Places, a thriving cultural scene and plenty of outdoor activities, Danville offers retirees a well-rounded lifestyle," Fox said.

Each year, 700,000 Americans move to new towns to retire.

Generally healthier, better educated and more affluent than retirees who stay put, relocating retirees bring significant economic benefits to their new states and home towns. Nationally, two dozen states and hundreds of towns seek to attract retirees as a source of economic development.

Where to Retire magazine was launched in 1992 with the goal of helping its readers find the ideal place to retire. It has a national circulation of 220,000.

Source: Advocate Messenger, Danville, Kentucky

Progressive Farmer features Boyle County as top 10 places to live in the Southeast

   

What's the Weather Like here?

You can see below the 4 inches +/- per month average of rain that usually comes in short bursts, then the sun comes out. With plenty of water and abundant sunshine - it is no wonder how we keep these rolling, bluegrass fields so lush and green.

People often ask about snow - an honest answer is - we get 2"-3" at a time, 2 - 3 times a year, and it is gone in 2 -3 days.  now sometimes we get 6", but I see it many years where we get no snow all year.

What about Financing?
Seller may help with financing if needed -

A lot of our clients first call their local bank. Most banks do not lend on land out of state - that just makes sense, right?

Good financing is easily available here. There are tons of lenders right here in Harrodsburg/Danville/Lexington who lend on land,  a home or rental property

Call me, I am glad to help.

Call today and own a piece of some of the most beautiful land on the planet -

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call Ken Garcia 859-494-5521 cell for a private showing -
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Land sells quickly and when its gone, its gone. Start a Legacy, own a piece of the Bluegrass.

We just had guests in from out of state and we were driving them around the area - they said "Wow, this looks like Ireland, Tuscany or Provence - stone walls, rolling hills, everything green."  That is quite a compliment to us here, we think it is beautiful too.

CNN . com and Business2 . com have recently had several articles stating the SouthEast is the most undervalued area in the nation. What does that tell you?  Massive appreciation is coming as more people discover Kentucky and the high quality of life we have - and that our land prices and our cost of living are "on sale".

How much longer can you afford to put off your dream?

if you've been with me all the way down here - bless your heart.  If you have, then you will also want to go to:

http://www.KYLandSales.com/KYLSFlyer.pdf --- and get more info on more property and the area

       

31 yrs in business and we are Accredited members of the Better Business Bureau

Boyle County Chamber, Lincoln County Chamber and Taylor County Chamber of Commerce

Call Ken today for a showing and to tour the grounds.

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