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Pelham AL Real Estate Market Statistics February 2008 2008-03-08 01:22:09 It's finally 2008, and time to begin our look at a new year of market statistics for the area. As we have always stated that as a homeowner, potential resident, potential seller, or as a real estate consultant, we think it is always important to know the stats about what is happening with Pelham AL Real Estate
. February
2008 Listed PropertiesFor the month of February there were 37 Newly Listed Properties. The Average Price was $246,752. The Median Price was $206,518, and the Price Range was $133,900-$849,900.February 2008 Sold PropertiesFor the month of February there were 21 Sold Properties. The Average Price was $269,213. The Median Price was $257,000, and the Price Range $124,920-$489,900 with 89 Average Days on Market
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Helena AL Real Estate Market Statistics February 2008 2008-03-08 00:31:15 It's finally 2008, and time to begin our look at a new year of market statistics for the area. As we have always stated that as a homeowner, potential resident, potential seller, or as a real estate consultant, we think it is always important to know the stats about what is happening with Helena
AL Real Estate
. February
2008 Listed PropertiesFor the month of February there were 66 Newly Listed Properties. The Average Price was $214,077. The Median Price was $188,250, and the Price Range was $82,900-$669,900.February 2008 Sold PropertiesFor the month of February there were 27 Sold Properties. The Average Price was $221,336. The Median Price was $200,000, and the Price Range $126,000-$455,559 with 85 Average Days on Market
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Don't Forget to Move Your Clocks! 2008-03-07 23:34:11 March 9, 2008, Sunday at 2:00 am it is time to Spring Forward and move you clock ahead one hour. For some of us it just the thought of loosing an hours sleep that makes us wonder.... WHY?Well this year I decided to find out for myself and I thought I might share it with you. The idea actually first started in 1784. Thank you Benjamin Franklin! Funny, the idea really started as kind of a joke after noticing the amount of oil that was used by his lamps at certain times of the year. It looks like conservation and thrift aren't new ideas at all.As a serious idea it was in 1907 that William Willett wrote Waste of Daylight where he noted that, "Everyone appreciates the long, light evenings. Everyone laments their shortage as Autumn approaches; and eve Read more:Clocks
For A Good Pizza Call Dave: Dave's Pizza in Homewood, Alabama 2008-03-07 22:23:40 The addiction for us began just a few years after they opened their doors in 1993. For a while there we went almost every week. I am sure our welcome was well worn out. So, you can imagine, when we had the opportunity to partner with Dave's Pizza
, we jumped right at it! One of the reasons we enjoyed Dave's so much was because it was not one of the big chains. Dave's, which opened in 1993, is family owned and operated in Homewood, and ALL the ingredients are made in house; the dough is made fresh daily and the veggies are sliced fresh daily as well so you know you are not just getting another pizza, you are getting the best!Their family friendly atmosphere with Alfresco dining, great music, and an above average beverage list is perfect for a special night out for two up to all sorts of Read more:Alabama
Trussville AL Real Estate Market Statistics February 2008 2008-03-06 22:21:50 It's finally 2008, and time to begin our look at a new year of market statistics for the area. As we have always stated that as a homeowner, potential resident, potential seller, or as a real estate consultant, we think it is always important to know the stats about what is happening with Trussville AL Real EstateFebruary
2008 Listed PropertiesFor the month of February there were 83 Newly Listed Properties. The Average Price was $304,203. The Median Price was $284,900, and the Price Range was $145,000-$849,900.February 2008 Sold PropertiesFor the month of February there were 15 Sold Properties. The Average Price was $247,828. The Median Price was $220,000, and the Price Range $127,250-$463,576 with 93 Average Days on Market
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Hoover AL Real Estate Market Statistics February 2008 2008-03-06 01:10:05 It's finally 2008, and time to begin our look at a new year of market statistics for the area. As we have always stated that as a homeowner, potential resident, potential seller, or as a real estate consultant, we think it is always important to know the stats about what is happening with Hoover
AL Real EstateFebruary
2008 Listed PropertiesFor the month of February there were 191 Newly Listed Properties. The Average Price was $381,824. The Median Price was $319,900, and the Price Range was $99,900-$1,500,000.February 2008 Sold PropertiesFor the month of February there were 91 Sold Properties. The Average Price was $338,121. The Median Price was $297,580, and the Price Range $128,000-$1,950,000 with 70 Average Days on Market
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Mountain Brook AL Real Estate Market Statistics February 2008 2008-03-06 00:02:20 It's finally 2008, and time to begin our look at a new year of market statistics for the area. As we have always stated that as a homeowner, potential resident, potential seller, or as a real estate consultant, we think it is always important to know the stats about what is happening with Mountain
Brook AL Real EstateFebruary
2008 Listed PropertiesFor the month of February there were 47 Newly Listed Properties. The Average Price was $809,495. The Median Price was $627,750, and the Price Range was $295,000-$2,999,000.February 2008 Sold PropertiesFor the month of February there were 8 Sold Properties. The Average Price was $507,375. The Median Price was $453,250, and the Price Range $272,500-$1,000,000 with 68 Average Days on Market
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Vestavia Hills AL Real Estate Market Statistics February 2008 2008-03-04 12:04:45 It's finally 2008, and time to begin our look at a new year of market statistics for the area. As we have always stated that as a homeowner, potential resident, potential seller, or as a real estate consultant, we think it is always important to know the stats about what is happening with Vestavia AL Real EstateFebruary
2008 Listed PropertiesFor the month of February there were 70 Newly Listed Properties. The Average Price was $546,578. The Median Price was $407,450, and the Price Range was $149,900-$3,500,000.February 2008 Sold PropertiesFor the month of February there were 19 Sold Properties. The Average Price was $483,845. The Median Price was $462,900, and the Price Range $144,250-$1,050,000 with 106 Average Days on Market
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Homewood AL Real Estate Market Statistics February 2008 2008-03-04 11:40:29 It's finally 2008, and time to begin our look at a new year of market statistics for the area. As we have always stated that as a homeowner, potential resident, potential seller, or as a real estate consultant, we think it is always important to know the stats about what is happening with Homewood AL Real EstateFebruary
2008 Listed PropertiesFor the month of February there were 52 Newly Listed Properties. The Average Price was $325,680. The Median Price was $278,900, and the Price Range was $160,900-$997,780.February 2008 Sold PropertiesFor the month of February there were 11 Sold Properties. The Average Price was $314,264. The Median Price was $257,000, and the Price Range $165,000-$545,000 with 106 Average Days on Market
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Public Perception: A Lesson Learned 2008-02-28 10:44:25 OK, guys (and gals) it is time we make some changes to public perception!I was meeting some clients at one of their offices recently to get a contract signed. As the husband and I walked to the wife's office we were introduced to some of her co-workers. The wife, kindly, introduced me as their "new best friend" since I was helping them in this home buying process.One of the coworkers responded, "Oh, Where is your badge and you aren't passing out business cards to everyone!" I responded, simply, that I didn't believe in pushy sales. We kindof laughed, and the husband added, "You don't have to be pushy, if your reputation speaks for itself."Now, that's the story, but I had some Aha! moments as we were working that I thought were necessar Read more:Perception
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Focus On Capture and Beyond 2008-02-26 11:28:49 Jeff Turner was off twittering away this morning when he mentioned an article that got my attention, What Top Photo Pros Know: Focus
on Capture on Centredaily.com.A statement was made in the article that really resonated with me deeply when it comes to what we do as real estate consultants. The quote was...For international fashion photographer James Russell, the moment of capture is key in the client relationship. "The first image on the screen sets the tone of the day. That first shot should make them say, 'wow', without hesitation or us adding qualifiers or explanations. Every project has multiple objectives, obviously on some level to immediately please, but more importantly to do anything within reason to win."Post-production tools are employed more than ever -
"Good Deals" on Foreclosures in Alabama 2008-02-25 17:05:27 Over the past few months we have been getting lots of calls from people asking about foreclosures. Obviously they have been listening to the main stream media and the masses who say that now is the time to get a foreclosure because you can get a "good deal."The problem with this is the definition of "good deal" and what really makes a "good deal."One of the things a lot of these buyers do not seem to realize is that a number of the foreclosures will need some to a lot of work and TLC. Let me add that we are not saying that ALL or MOST of them will, just that some will. This we know is true due to the fact that we have shown some that fit that description.Another thing a lot of buyers do not realize is the concept of "Rights of Recemption." Read more:Alabama
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Protection In Foreclosure 2008-02-25 16:09:14 "'Tis the season," I have heard it said before talking about the atrocities of disappearing pets around Halloween and home break-ins or pick-pockets at Christmas.... but it looks like it can be said again about this season of increased foreclosures.If you or someone you know, for some unfortunate series of events, is in a season of foreclosure, you need to be careful. You are not just in a season, you have become a target.There are some things you can do to protect yourself though from one of the biggest hunters out there.First you need to know what this hunter is. It is mortgage fraud. Freddie Mac has done an excellent article, Avoiding Mortgage Fraud, about the dangers of Mortgage Fraud that gives some excellent insight and advice. One of the biggest schemes Freddie Mac points out is Read more:Foreclosure
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Birmingham Recycles! 2008-02-21 12:07:40 I recently ran across an article on The Terminal addressing the need for not just recycling, but to Learn How To Recycle.Rebecca Schiffman, an independent film maker, put togther a video for the Alabama Environmental Council, showing Birmingham
AL how to start recycling in the area.The video gives some great information, as you can see for yourself below, such as a phone number to call to to get your recycling bin in Birmingham. (The number is 311)Obviously this is something important to do, not just for yourself, but for the Birmingham Area as well.
Romeo and Juliet, February 22-24, 2008 2008-02-20 13:23:14 Romeo and Juliet
, the story of a tragic love that sought to break the binds of a family feud and prove that love truly does conquer all.It's in Birmingham this weekend at the Samford Wright Center performed by the Alabama ballet. According to the Alabama Ballet website, it... "Set to Prokofiev's majestic score, Alabama Ballet traces this classic tale in which young love is first discovered and tragically ended. Stirring, passionate, and heartbreaking, Alabama Ballet's Romeo & Juliet was also the subject of Alabama Public Television's Emmy-nominated documentary, The Making of Romeo & Juliet. With its universal themes and enduring storyline, this classic production is a must-see."This is definitely a show that shouldn't be missed, AND so you don't mi Read more:February
Kids Market and Mom 2008-02-20 12:42:54 For the past week and a half moms from all around the Birmingham area have been flocking to an old FoodWorld store at 4525 Southlake Parkway in Hoover bringing items such as books, art, toys, furniture, and clothes for both boys and girls.How do I know this? I was one of the many husbands who got to help! I walked in there on Wednesday morning, February 20, and was amazed at the amount of items already on display ready for the BIG SALE!According to the Kids Market
and Mom website, "Kid's Market and Mom is the most unique and exciting way to purchase high quality, low cost prior-owned clothing and furniture for your children. Unlike garage sales where you feel pressured to haggle about prices, all articles at Kid's Market and Mom are clearly marked with the consignee's desired sale price. N
Parliament House Hotel... It's Time To Say Goodbye! 2008-02-20 12:13:10 Bob Hope, President Nixon, Doris Day, Ray Charles, Joe Namath, and Bear Bryant... They all have one thing in common with hosts of other dignitaries, celebrities, and athletes. They all spent time at the ParliamentHouseHotel
in downtown Birmingham.On Sunday, February 17 2008, Birmingham said goodbye to an old friend who went to the rubble grave with lots of memories. Sunday morning it was imploded and crumbled to it's grave.So, goodbye Parliament House Hotel...You can see the video below.The Birmingham News did a piece on the hotel and it's destruction: Parliament House hotel, home to both celebrities and squatters, to be imploded Sunday Read more:Goodbye
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The House of The Future! 2008-02-16 18:29:40 It's new and exciting! (Ok, not any more) It has a dishwasher! An electric razor! An electric toothbrush!It's the House
of The Future
!This was a feature for years in Disneyland spotlighting all of the big ideas of the future. It is amazing to think of how things have changed over the pasty 50 years, but they sure have!What do you think are the next big things to come? Are there any big ideas you have for the home future?Why don't you share some of them with us here and let's see just how big we can really dream...
Trussville AL Real Estate Market Statistics January 2008 vs January 2007: Now and Then 2008-02-16 17:58:31 With so much media coverage about "the state of the real estate market" being broadcast, we chose to start doing a now and then segment to show how the market has changed from one year to the next. As we have always stated that as a homeowner, potential resident, potential seller, or as a real estate consultant, we think it is always important to know the stats about what is happening with Hoover AL Real Estate
. In January
2007, there were 81 properties listed during the month. The average price was $285,487 and the median price was $269,900. The listed price range was $62,200-$579,900.In January 2008, there were 83 listed properties during the month. The average price was $321,975 and the median price was $287,900. The listed price range was $45,000-$1,300,000.In January 2007, t Read more:Market
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Hoover AL Real Estate Market Statistics January 2008 vs January 2007: Now and Then 2008-02-16 16:52:57 With so much media coverage about "the state of the real estate market" being broadcast, we chose to start doing a now and then segment to show how the market has changed from one year to the next. As we have always stated that as a homeowner, potential resident, potential seller, or as a real estate consultant, we think it is always important to know the stats about what is happening with Hoover
AL Real Estate
. In January
2007, there were 231 properties listed during the month. The average price was $412,109 and the median price was $302,838. The listed price range was $132,650-$2,995,000.In January 2008, there were 203 listed properties during the month. The average price was $419,585 and the median price was $334,000. The listed price range was $35,900-$4,999,000.In January 20 Read more:Market
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Mountain Brook AL Real Estate Market Statistics January 2008 vs January 2007: Now and Then 2008-02-16 16:32:37 With so much media coverage about "the state of the real estate market" being broadcast, we chose to start doing a now and then segment to show how the market has changed from one year to the next. As we have always stated that as a homeowner, potential resident, potential seller, or as a real estate consultant, we think it is always important to know the stats about what is happening with Mountain
Brook AL Real Estate
. In January
2007, there were 56 properties listed during the month. The average price was $679,312 and the median price was $549,950. The listed price range was $320,000-$2,100,000.In January 2008, there were 40 listed properties during the month. The average price was $964,510 and the median price was $589,500. The listed price range was $249,900-$5,800,000.In Jan Read more:Market
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Vestavia Hills AL Real Estate Market Statistics January 2008 vs January 2007: Now and Then 2008-02-16 16:17:06 With so much media coverage about "the state of the real estate market" being broadcast, we chose to start doing a now and then segment to show how the market has changed from one year to the next. As we have always stated that as a homeowner, potential resident, potential seller, or as a real estate consultant, we think it is always important to know the stats about what is happening with Homewood AL Real Estate
. In January
2007, there were 76 properties listed during the month. The average price was $431,205 and the median price was $325,000. The listed price range was $168,000-$1,250,000.In January 2008, there were 81 listed properties during the month. The average price was $482,577 and the median price was $425,000. The listed price range was $209,900-$1,200,000.In January 2 Read more:Hills
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Homewood Alabama Real Estate Market Statistics January 2008 vs January 2007: Now and Then 2008-02-15 12:40:19 With so much media coverage about "the state of the real estate market" being broadcast, we chose to start doing a now and then segment to show how the market has changed from one year to the next. As we have always stated that as a homeowner, potential resident, potential seller, or as a real estate consultant, we think it is always important to know the stats about what is happening with Homewood AL Real Estate
. In January
2007, there were 70 properties listed during the month. The average price was $376,235 and the median price was $273,487. The listed price range was $164,900-$1,200,000.In January 2008, there were 62 listed properties during the month. The average price was $391,563 and the median price was $354,000. The listed price range was $110,000-$1,199,000.In January 2 Read more:Market
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Do We Know What Thrills Them? 2008-02-15 11:13:01 It's been a while since I wrote about the importance of clear communication, but a few things here recently have pursuaded me to again, readress this concept.I was showing someone some homes and they made a remark about the fact that I had not shown them any homes listed by us. I pointed out that we didn't have any listings that specifically met thier criteria so I wasn't going to be showing them any of them.As the converstation went on, they made a comment about another agent they had stopped working with, fired, because all they would show them was thier personal listings or only listings from thier office. Also, most, really none of them were what they were looking for.WOW! I thought, aren't we supposed to be looking out for the buyer? As real estate consultants we take serious th Read more:Thrills
Autism Awareness 2008-02-15 09:42:55 I received an email from a fellow real estate agent this week, Peggy Lucas, about a campaign to help with AutismAwareness
, funding, and research.A band, Five For Fighting, has joined with this effort, and is donating money for each viewing of this video. The information behind this campaign can be found at... WhatKindOfWorldDoYouWant.com.On the site, it give the ability to embed the video on a site, and, as you can see, I have done so below. As a former educator I know the potential that children with this condition have and the need for more research and development. Please watch the video and if compelled join with Five For Fighting financially to help fight this.
Birmingham Alabama Snow in March 2008-03-08 19:12:48 Well, I know compared to a lot of the world this isn't much, but for those of here in Birmingham
, Alabama
... It's a "Winter Storm" (please hold the laughter)I went out and took some pictures and thought they might be fun to share. Any of my Alabama friends please feel free to add any of your photos in the comments section. Also, why don't you share some of the "Snowy Day" activities you had today.That poor little "Welcome" frog needs to get some clothes on! I guess he hasn't heard the forecast that there is still a chance of more snow today here in Alabama.Snow in March
. What fun in Birmingham, Alabama.Alabama friends, don't forget to share your pics and activities of this wintery day in March!
Birmingham Luxury Home Real Estate 2008 Market Statistics (Up To 3/14/08) 2008-03-14 23:31:08 The Birmingham
Alabama Luxury
Home Market
continues to be a topic of discussion in many areas due to the sales data. It seems that this market may be fairing better than other available markets. Therefore we feel that it needs mention. Let me note for this article, we are classifying luxury properties as those that sell/list for one million or more.Sold PropertiesSo far for 2008, we are 2 down from the same period in 2007 at 14 homes that have sold in the million dollar plus in the Birmingham luxury home market. The highest price home sold was $1,950,000 and the average million dollar plus home that sold, sold for $1,302,647 which is down $319,825 from the same time period last year. Average days on market for the sold luxury homes was 105 days, which is down 113 days from the same time fr Read more:Estate
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Vestavia Hills Home for Sale! 2008-03-14 22:08:11 FREE! Search hundreds of homes for sale at VestaviaHomeSearch.com!Coventry is one of Vestavia's most sought after neighborhoods! This 5 bedroom, 3 bath home is absolutely gorgeous with a remodeled kitchen featuring granite countertops, new slate floors, designer backsplash, and stainless appliances. The Great Room, Dining Rooms and Office have new hardwoods. The two baths on the main level have new cabinets, plumbing fixtures, and designer tile. All three bedrooms on the main level, the 2 bedrooms in the basement, and the basement den all have new carpet as well. The Great Room brick fireplace is looking for someone to stop by, relax, and bask in the warmth of a glowing fire. The decks beckon you to enjoy the sights and sounds of a peaceful creek out back. Right of redemption may apply. Th Read more:Hills
Hoover Home for Sale! 2008-03-14 21:42:24 FREE! Search 100's of homes for sale in Hoover
at HooverHomeSearch.com!Priced to sell at $263,050!! Seller extremely motivated and will pay $4000.00 toward purchaser's closing costs plus $13050 for the needed repairs. Bring us an offer!!!! Beautiful hardwood floors are in the foyer and dining room. The kitchen is large with a breakfast nook overlooking the natural, wooded backyard, with an 8 foot deep inground, heated pool with diving board and slide! The large great room has a fireplace that is just the place for quality family time. The master suite is large with trey ceiling and H-U-G-E walk in closet (formerly used as an office) and the luxurious master bath with jetted tub is the perfect place to relax after a long day. The basement has an additional bedroom with a full bath making it
Trussville Alabama Home for Sale! 2008-03-14 21:24:29 FREE! Search 100's of homes for sale in Trussville at TrussvilleHomeSearch.com Here is an immaculate 4 bedroom, 2.5 Bath home with a basement den that is move in ready. This home features a gorgeous hardwood floor entry, living room with crown molding, a marble gas log fireplace and a great arched window. The separate dining room has an arched door way, crown molding and a chair rail. The large kitchen is open and roomy, with a breakfast nook with a bay window, plenty of cabinet space and a view of the wooded back lot. The master bedroom is on the main level and is spacious whose master bath features jetted garden tub with a tile surround, dual vanity, separate shower and walk in closet. This home has plenty of storage including easily accessible walk in attic storage! A large deck off of Read more:Alabama
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