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We always have an eye out for the latest in Louisville market developments and building projects. We love helping our clients achieve success, so each time they celebrate another successful businesses venture, we like to celebrate with them. Here we will share news, events, stories of interest and helpful real estate lessons and tidbits.

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• With Great Sadness We Announce the Passing of Bernard A. Dahlem

  March 19, 2018 | 2 minutes

  Bernard Asman Dahlem, 88, passed away peacefully on March 6, with his family by his side. He was born in Louisville, Kentucky on July 21, 1929, to Joseph Charles Dahlem and Helen Asman Dahlem. Bernie graduated from the Kentucky Military Institute and the University of Louisville where he earned his Bachelor and Master of Science…

• A Tribute to Robert L. Hunt

  January 29, 2018 | Less than a minute

  It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear friend and former colleague Bob Hunt.  Bob’s entire 41 year career was dedicated to the success of Dahlem Construction Co.  He started as a carpenter and retired as our Senior Vice President in charge of Operations for the construction company.  Under Bob’s…

• International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) Nexus R(etail) Evolution conference Recap

  January 26, 2018 | 2 minutes

  During the first week of January, Jim Dahlem attended the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) Nexus R(etail) Evolution conference in Palm Beach, Florida. The conference, which focused on the evolution of business and the impact on retail real estate, was chock full of useful information. Below, we hope you enjoy Jim’s recap of the…

• Jim Dahlem Speaks at Louisville 2018 Real Estate Economic Outlook

  January 24, 2018 | Less than a minute

  Louisville real estate professionals discuss the future of all real estate sectors at the #CCIM sponsored 2018 Real Estate Economic Outlook.

• 2018 Real Estate Economic Outlook

  January 18, 2018 | Less than a minute

  Jim Dahlem will be speaking at the 2018 Real Estate Economic Outlook on January 23rd.  Experts on the retail, industrial, office, multi-family and residential real estate will share their thoughts on what to expect for 2018 and beyond.  Register now!!

• Christmas Décor at The 1000 Building

  December 18, 2017 | Less than a minute

  ‘Tis the season to be decorating, and no one loves Christmas décor like the team at Dahlem. People around town often tell me how much they love the Christmas decorations we did at The 1000 Building, where we turned the “1000” into a candle and three wreaths. During casual conversation, people will often say things…

• Investment Sale in the Heart of Jeffersontown

  September 07, 2017 | Less than a minute

  Louisville, KY – Dahlem Realty Company is pleased to have represented the owners in the sale of the former Quality Exhaust and Automotive Repair Center building located at 10318 Taylorsville Rd., in Jeffersontown, Kentucky. This 3,538 square foot building sits on approximately 0.4 acres at the corner of Taylorsville Road and Watterson Trail, and is…

• Approximately 5,000 People Didn’t Get the Message Brick and Mortar Retail is Dead

  September 06, 2017 | 2 minutes

  The retail industry has good reason to be optimistic. The Gross Domestic Product has increased to 3.00%, and the unemployment rate has dropped to 4.30%, the lowest since 2001. Inflation remains under control and energy prices have dropped, which puts more discretionary money in the consumer’s pocket. With the tightening job market, one would expect wages to…

• Jim Dahlem Shares His Experience from ICSC

  August 28, 2017 | 1 minute

  This week, Jim Dahlem shares his insightful comments about his experience at the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC). Stay tuned for more of Jim’s experiences at these events in the future. On August 16, 2017, I attended the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) Ohio, West Virginia, Western Pennsylvania, and Indiana conference. Over 600…

• The Estate of Homer and Mary Short

  August 16, 2017 | 2 minutes

  A Family Business in Need of a Change The Estate of Homer and Mary Short was charged with liquidating a 600,000 square foot parcel of commercial real estate located in Paintsville, Kentucky. This shopping center, which was developed over time by the patriarch of the family, Homer Short, required a buyer who understood the intricacies…