Glasgow, Kentucky

Glasgow is a very unique town of approximately 15,000 residents. With a small town atmosphere this community stays on the cutting edge of technology and trends. This socially diverse community takes pride in it's unique blend of old time preservation and modern day progress. Where else would you see an Amish horse and buggy sharing the road with a brand new sports car? People still meet for breakfast at a downtown drug store (opened in 1895) before going to work at their computers with high-speed internet access. Summertime concerts on the square and high school football games on the radio keep up community pride. Glasgow has grown consistently over the years and offers many restaurants and shops. T. J. Samson community Hospital provides the latest advancements in medicine and many industries call Glasgow home. While promoting growth, residents are preserving historic downtown through projects like Renaissance Glasgow.

The City of Glasgow was named by early settlers after Glasgow, Scotland. Residents of the community acknowledge their Scottish pride though festivals and traditions. The Highland Games are held every summer and draw visitors from around the world. Glasgow hosts many other annual events. Mammoth Cave National Park and Barren River Lake State Park are also large attractions to the area.

Located in Barren County in South Central Kentucky, Glasgow is half-way between Louisville and Nashville. The area is easily accessed by interstate I-65 and the Cumberland Parkway. Barren County is rich with beautiful farmland and gently rolling hills.

SCHOOLS

Glasgow Independent Schools

Board of Education, 1108 Cleveland Avenue, Glasgow, KY 42141  (270) 651-6757

 

Barren County Schools

Board of Education, 202 W Washington St., Glasgow, KY 42141 (270) 651-3787

 

Glasgow Christian Academy

600 Old Cavalry, Glasgow, KY 42141  (270) 651-7729

 

Bowling Green Technical College

1845 Loop Dr., Bowling Green, KY  (270) 901-1000

 

Western Kentucky University

Bowling Green Main Campus (270) 745-0111 

Glasgow Campus (270) 659-6900

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UTILITIES

Glasgow Electric Plant Board

Electric, Cable & Internet
100 Mallory Drive, Glasgow, KY, www.glasgowepb.net, (270) 651-8341

 

Farmers Rural Electric Cooperative
504 S. Broadway, Glasgow, KY, www.farmersrecc.com , (270) 651-2191

 

Atmos Energy

Natural Gas
(270) 954-4321

 

Glasgow Water Company

Water & Sanitation
126 E. Public Square, Glasgow, KY, www.glasgowh2o.com , (270) 651-3727

 

Windstream Telephone Company

Telephone & Internet
(800) 347-1991

 

South Central Rural Telephone

Telephone & Internet
1399 Happy Valley Rd., Glasgow, KY, www.scrtc.com, (270) 678-2144

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WEATHER

Glasgow enjoys a mild climate throughout most seasons. In the summer temperatures rise into the 80's & 90's by late afternoon and precipitation varies. As the leaves turn beautiful colors in the fall, the air becomes drier and les humid and temperatures drop to the 60's & 70's. Glasgow usually enjoys a mild winter with an average annual snowfall of less than 10 inches. With spring comes rain showers and blooming flowers! The average annual rainfall is 47 inches and the average temperature is 60 degrees.

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MOVING CHECKLIST

Moving is considered the third most stressful human experience, right behind death & divorce! This checklist is designed to help make things a little easier.

  1. Have your car serviced, go to the dentist and/or doctor. these will be things you won't have to worry about again until after you are settled.

  2. Have a yard sale, take things to consignment or donate to a charity. Now is the time to lessen your load and organize what you have got.

  3. Obtain community information about your new area. Visit schools and child care facilities and find out procedures for enrolling if you have children. Arrange for transfer of records from their current school.

  4. Book movers or reserve any moving vehicles and/or trailers. Locate the drop off location for any moving trucks/trailers so that you don't have to worry about turning in late. Research storage options, if needed.

  5. Sign up for a change of address with the post office. Contact all utilities, credit card companies, organizations, clubs, magazines, etc. for information on forwarding bills or transferring memberships and subscriptions.  Send change of address cards to family and friends.

  6. Check out insurance companies in your new area. Arrange for homeowners insurance prior to closing on new property.

  7. Begin packing and labeling boxes by the rooms in which they will go.

  8. Be sure to save and/or back up computer files before packing your PC.

  9. Be sure to pack change of clothes, toiletries, medicines, children's favorite toys, etc. where they are easily accessible.

  10. Eat-in! Make and effort to use up any perishables by eating at home, having people over for dinner, or baking some farewell treats for your neighbors.  Defrost and clean any refrigerators and freezers that are going to be moved.

  11. Cancel any services that require notice.  Arrange for utility services at your new home.

  12. Return all rented materials such as videos and library books.

  13. Check for things you may need to pick-up, such as dry-cleaning, things being repaired, things on order and anything in storage or safety deposit box.

  14. Update e-mail address and internet service if necessary.

  15. Close or transfer bank accounts.

  16. If you have children, schedule a babysitter for the moving day.

  17. Do a final walk-thru to check for any missed items at your old home.

  18. Finish any last minutes cleaning and take out the garbage.

  19. Set the thermostat to 55 degrees and turn off the hot water heater.

  20. Plan to arrive at your new home before the movers (they may charge extra if they have to wait).

  21. Have a new driver's license made.

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SELLING A HOME

The two most important factors when selling a home are price and condition. Your Real Estate agent will be able to provide a comparable Market Analysis (CMA) to determine market value. A CMA is not an appraisal but does use similar sales to determine value.

Go through your home and look closely for anything that is in need of repair or update. Read the following tips for preparing to list & open house CHECKLIST

The following is a list of some items you may want to address just prior to putting your house on the market.

  1. Clean the windows inside and out.

  2. Organize the closets. Cluttered or overfilled closets make them seem smaller and inadequate.

  3. Remedy any noticeable squeaks or creaks.

  4. Fix leaky faucets.

  5. Give the bathroom a good scrubbing! People will look behind the shower curtain.

  6. Trim the trees and landscaping, remove broken or dead limbs and add fresh mulch if needed. In the Spring and Summer put out some colorful and inexpensive flowers.

  7. A little caulk can go a long way. Fill in cracks around trim, woodwork, fixtures, etc.

  8. If you have outgrown your home you may consider placing some belongings in storage. Your home should not feel crowded or cluttered.

  9. Replace light bulbs and make sure that all switches are working properly (including closets and garage).

  10. Make any necessary repairs.  Your REALTORŪ can advise you what repairs should be made prior to listing.  Call our affiliated company, Jerry A. Botts Construction, Inc., for all your repair and construction needs at (270) 651-1592. 

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BUYING A HOME

The first step towards buying a new home is to find out what you can afford. Use mortgage calculators & worksheets to become familiar with your financial situation. As soon as possible you should visit your mortgage lender and become pre-qualified for a home loan. Although it is no guarantee, pre-qualification will give you a good idea for how much you can be approved. this step will not only help you narrow your search, but will also reinforce your financing contingency when you make an offer. Don't forget to consider insurance and taxes as part of your monthly or yearly expense.

Most home purchases are made by people that must sell their current home to be able to buy a new home. In this case you should have a firm contract on your present house, or at least put it on the market, before your house hunting gets serious.

When you find the home that you have been searching for it is important to have proper inspections done. A qualified professional may be able to identify problems or areas of concern that the average consumer may overlook. Nobody wants unpleasant surprises and repairs shortly after buying a home. Botts Real Estate & Auction Company recommends that all consumers have a whole-house, termite and moisture inspection on any property prior to making a purchase. Contact local inspection companies to learn more about this topic.

Traditionally the real estate boom is during the Spring and Summer months. The weather is usually more accommodating for moving than in winter and families with school age children often prefer to get settled in a new home before the school year starts.

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