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Bluegrass Culture, Commentary, & News
Historic Bluegrass Spring Houses
Exploring these indispensable outbuildings of the past
You’ll find the lovingly-restored historic spring house pictured here on our listing at 4750 KY Hwy 1842 North.
Spring houses were traditionally used in the Bluegrass as a way to keep food and other perishable items cool before the invention of refrigeration. They were small, […]
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May 15, 2023
Why is that street named…?
A sampler of stories about Lexington streets & roads
Lexington, Kentucky scene as captured by drone
Who decides? Historically, street names typically signified landmarks (Higbee Mill), people (Patterson) or topography (High Street). Today, most residential roads have been named by developers.
Limestone – Originally called Mulberry Street, the road was renamed to signify […]
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May 6, 2023
Q&A with broker Zach Davis
We visited with broker Zach Davis for a spring Q & A. Read on to discover the best meal in Lexington, the Kentucky books he’s been reading lately, and the career he almost had.
What have you read recently?
I am late to reading Cornbread Mafia but can’t stop thinking about it. […]
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May 6, 2023
Warhol’s Bluegrass Derby Visit
In 1982, Governor John Y. Brown hosted artist Andy Warhol for the Kentucky Derby (along with Alan Greenspan and LBJ’s eldest daughter). In addition to festivities at Cave Hill, Warhol attended the Madden party and perhaps the Derby Breakfast held at the Kentucky Horse Park. Pictured here are Warhol’s images […]
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May 6, 2023
The First Three Commandments of Farm Real Estate
Let graciousness guide you–and more–
We’ve been busier than ever and the proliferation of rapid-fire sales leaves us ever-mindful of our values & principles.What’s at the heart of a successful farm transaction? What’s the essence of an exceptional broker? We’ve been pondering these ideas since 1984.Without any further ado, we’d like to […]
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May 6, 2023
How does a nearly forty-year-old brand still relevant in today’s world?
Broker Zach Davis says “the Kirkpatrick & Co. brand has always been associated with fine properties and expertise. We’ve taken that heritage and ran with it.”
Along with that expertise, the brokerage is committed to what they call “white-glove service.” The majority of Kirkpatrick & Co. clients are immersed in their […]
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May 6, 2023
We’re Not for Everyone
Kirkpatrick & Co. isn’t for everyone – here’s why.
Fit is everything, from riding boots to company culture. Maybe you’ve bandied the idea of “fit” around the interviewing table a time or two, trying to parse if a candidate will meld with your team. You know just how hard it can be to determine.The […]
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May 6, 2023
On Private Listings
Welcome to the world of bespoke brokerage
“The right to be let alone is indeed the beginning of all freedom.” William O. Douglas, Public Utilities Commission v. Pollak, 343 U.S. 451, 467 (1952) (dissenting)
You might be surprised to learn that many closed listings in our market are private offerings. Private or “pocket” listings […]
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May 6, 2023
Why is exclusive representation for buyers essential?
You probably know our portfolio includes some of the finest farm properties in Central Kentucky. What you may not know is how crucial expert representation is when buying, too. When representing buyer interests, Kirkpatrick & Co. associates access every property currently listed, as well as those “privately” listed, unavailable via public search. The majority of […]
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May 6, 2023