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Montgomery AL Home for Sale: 372 Forest Park Dr

Thursday, December 4, 2014
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Home for Sale:

372 Forest Park Dr, Montgomery AL 36109
MLS# 313632

Will Win Your Heart!

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Lender's loss is your gain! If you can be patient, you can get an incredible buy on this short sale home in desirable Forest Hills. A real neighborhood school is among the many reasons folks just love the area. And good sized rooms and a nice kitchen will win your heart. Finally, the painted concrete floors in the living room are virtually kid and pet proof!

Marketed by Montgomery Real Estate Expert Sandra Nickel, Sandra Nickel Hat Team!

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Montgomery AL Home for Sale: 125 Brantwood

Thursday, December 4, 2014
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Home for Sale:

125 Brantwood, Montgomery AL 36109
MLS# 313666

Check out this GREAT BUY!

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You won't believe the space in this well maintained and updated Morningview charmer! Large living and dining rooms with gorgeous hardwood floors will hold the bulkiest of furniture, and provide lots of space for entertaining. Kitchen will accommodate two cooks, and the sun room off the kitchen is a bright cheery place that can be a breakfast area, keeping room, and another den/activity room. Great 3rd bedroom off kitchen currently used as an office/study, and features classic real paneled walls for that true "lodge" feel. And, the other two bedrooms are spacious and have ample closet space. Master bathroom is an addition with updates, and the hall/guest bath is original and pristine! Large fenced back yard is great for pets, and the one car garage is connected to the house via a real breezeway (no more getting wet bringing in the groceries!) Check out this GREAT BUY...you will be glad you did!

Marketed by Montgomery Realtor Sandra Nickel, Sandra Nickel Hat Team.

 

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6 Creative Home Buying Strategies

Saturday, November 22, 2014
by The Hat Team

The number of available properties for sale nationwide has dropped dramatically over the past 12 months according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR). If you’re a homebuyer searching for real estate chances are you have found a low inventory of properties.

homve buyerA low inventory of properties also tends to cause bidding wars to come back. That means homebuyers have to get more creative. Paul Bishop, VP of NAR suggests going beyond the usual market tactics to help you be the first to find homes. Simply getting pre-qualified for a mortgage is not enough anymore.

Here are some tips for creative strategies…

  1. Head off the competition by finding “pocket listings.” These are listings that have been contracted for, but haven’t reached the market or been posted on the MLS. There are various reasons for this to happen, many times at the seller’s request. However, the listing broker knows the property is for sale. Tell your agent you want to know immediately of any new properties for sale.
     
  2. Get real-time information. Most potential homebuyers depend on the normal flow of information from MLS sites or other sources like Realtor.com. Ask your agent about real-time MLS alerts – emails that go out immediately when a listing goes live. This avoids waiting hours or days before you know about new home for sale.
     
  3. Tell your Realtor you want to be notified immediately when the inventory of properties changes – and make sure he or she knows exactly what you are looking for! That does three things for you: it forces you to be very specific about what you want; it tells your Realtor valuable information about your wants; and, it signals just how serious you are about moving on a purchase quickly.
     
  4. Don’t be too quick to reject what you think are bad listings! Look past the need for paint, or bad lighting, or unflattering photos. Make sure not to superficially reject any listing that could be a treasure that is just packaged poorly.
     
  5. Set your search criteria a bit higher than your actual target price. You are then looking for real estate that is over-priced so you can keep an eye on them to come down.
     
  6. Look out for would-be sellers. Tell your Realtor to check property listings that expired weeks or months ago. Get him to contact the sellers to see if they are considering coming back on the market. They may jump at someone like you who is ready to buy!

Develop a strong relationship with your Realtor, get pre-qualified for a mortgage, make sure your credit is clean, and then let your agent know that you are ready to move quickly when the right property comes along. Read here for more general buying tips.

Information provided by Montgomery Real Estate Expert Sandra Nickel, Sandra Nickel Hat Team Realtors.

 

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Montgomery AL Home for Sale: 104 N Capitol Pkwy

Tuesday, November 18, 2014
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Home for Sale:

104 N Capitol Pkwy, Montgomery AL 36107
MLS# 313484

Not ‘Grandma’s House Anymore!

104 n capitol pkwy

This charming Capitol Heights 1920's bungalow has undergone a facelift and total renovation. No longer "grandma's house" it is now sparkling new with a bright, open feel. Large rooms and great flow will make entertaining and living a breeze. BRAND new master bath will make you feel like you are in new construction, while the charm and character of a vintage home remain. Nothing to do here move in and start enjoying home ownership, minutes from the happening Downtown Market and entertaining Districts!

Marketed by Sandra Nickle Hat Team REALTORS, Montgomery Alabama.

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Montgomery AL Home for Sale: 3032 Gilmer Ave

Monday, November 17, 2014
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Home for Sale:

3032 Gilmer Ave, Montgomery AL 36105
MLS# 313356

Feels Like a Warm Embrace!

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This wonderful craftsman style house has tons of character from the crown molding down to the beautiful hard wood floors! From the spacious living room with fireplace, to the peaceful sunroom, to the light filled breakfast room there are plenty of places to cozy up in this amazing house. There is so much that is new in this old house - fabulous new chef's kitchen, new master bath, new roof and fresh paint throughout. This house feels like a warm embrace, it could be your first or next dream home!

Marketed by Sandra Nickel Hat Team Realtors.

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Montgomery AL Foreclosure Trends for Sept 2014

Friday, October 31, 2014
by The Hat Team

In September, the number of properties that received a foreclosure filing in Montgomery, AL was 9% lower than the previous month and 8% lower than the same time last year, according to RealtyTrac.com.

Montgomery AL Foreclosure Status Distribution

The current distribution of foreclosures based on the number of active foreclosure homes in Montgomery, AL.

Auctions accounted for 94.3% of foreclosure activity in September 2014 and Bank-owned properties accounted for 5.728.6%.

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Montgomery AL Foreclosure Activity by Month

The number of Bank-Owned properties decreased 81.8% compared to the previous month and 88.2% from the previous year in September. The number of Auctions increased 20.0% compared to the previous month and 57.1% from the previous year.

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Montgomery AL Foreclosure Geographical Comparison

Montgomery AL foreclosure activity was 0.01% lower than national statistics, 0.02% higher than Alabama numbers and the same as Montgomery County statistics in September 2014.

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Are you or someone you know behind on mortgage payments and facing a Montgomery foreclosure? You do have options. A short sale may be the answer to saving you, your family and your home. I am a Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) with specialized training in helping families avoid foreclosure. Give me a call for a private consultation.

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Sandra Nickel and the Hat Team have distinguished themselves as leaders in the Montgomery AL real estate market. Sandra assists buyers looking for Montgomery real estate for sale and aggressively markets Montgomery AL homes for sale. Sandra is also an expert in helping families avoid foreclosure through short sales and is committed to helping families in financial hardship find options. For more information you can visit AvoidForeclosureMontgomery.com.

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Montgomery AL Home for Sale: 8843 Stoneridge Place

Friday, October 24, 2014
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Home for Sale:

8843 Stoneridge Place, Montgomery AL 36064
MLS# 312986

Carefree Living!

8843 stoneridge pl
This one owner home has been immaculately maintained and has lots of extras! While many neighboring properties are brick in the front and siding on sides and rear, this one is ALL BRICK. Plus there is a comfy LARGE screened porch which acts as another living space most of the year. Originally a three bedroom floor plan, this owner opted to have the third bedroom converted to a den/TV room (no closet.) Deer Creek affords a lifestyle that includes friendly neighbors, walking trails, tennis, swimming, biking, and is pet friendly! Owners have sense of safety here, and an attached garage affords additional security and convenience. If you are looking for a carefree home to start out in, or looking for a wonderful space to downsize, yet not give up precious amenities, you might want to view this home. BTW, GREAT school zones and roof is only 5 years old!

Marketed by Montgomery Realtor Sandra Nickel, Sandra Nickel Hat Team.

 

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Midtown Montgomery Real Estate Market Report for September 2014

Friday, October 24, 2014
by The Hat Team

Forget a sea view mansion. CnnMoney.com reports in Hong Kong, parking spaces are some of the hottest properties on the market.

Hong Kong is a densely populated city and eager have pushed prices for parking spaces to record highs in recent months with prime spaces now selling for far more than the luxury cars that park in them.

In May, a single space in a residential neighborhood on Hong Kong Island went for 4.24 million Hong Kong dollars ($547,000), making it the most expensive parking space ever sold in the territory.

Knowing what mere parking spaces are selling for in Hong Kong certainly puts our own real estate market into perspective.

Take a look at September’s real estate sales statistics.

September 2014 Midtown Montgomery Real Estate Market Update

Midtown Montgomery real estate sales statistics for September 2014, show the number of homes sold increased by 19% when compared to September 2013. The average sales price decreased by 30% to $125,516 for the month. The median sales prices decreased by 35% to $100,350, and market times decreased by 54 days.  The highest selling price decreased by 26%, and the lowest selling home price decreased by 68% compared to September 2013.

Midtown Montgomery  September 2014  September 2013
Homes Sold 25 31
Average Selling Price $125,516 $180,690
Median Selling Price $100,350 $153,500
Days On The Market 124 178
Highest Selling Price $400,000 $545,000
Lowest Selling Price $6,500 $20,000

For the latest Midtown Montgomery real estate market conditions in your area, please call me at 800-HAT-LADY or visit HomesForSaleInMontgomeryAlabama.com.

Information is provided by the Montgomery Area Association of Realtors and is deemed accurate but not guaranteed. Courtesy of Montgomery Realtor Sandra Nickel, Sandra Nickel Hat Team.

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Montgomery AL Home for Sale: 351 Winthrop Court

Monday, October 13, 2014
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Home for Sale:

351 Winthrop Court, Montgomery AL 36104
MLS# 312768

Lovely & Updated Garden District Home!


You have to come check out the unique floor plan in this wonderfully updated and added on to Garden District bungalow! Step from the fabulous front porch inside to find a formal dining room with a lovely antique craftsman fireplace and mantle, large foyer leading to the family room/den area, a spacious bright kitchen with a great island/breakfast bar and plenty of cabinets. If you enjoy the outdoors, you will love the back deck and beautifully landscaped back yard.

Marketed by Montgomery Realtor Sandra Nickel, Sandra Nickel Hat Team Realtors.

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Montgomery AL Foreclosure Trends for August 2014

Friday, October 3, 2014
by The Hat Team

In August, the number of properties that received a foreclosure filing in Montgomery, AL was 43% higher than the previous month and 22% lower than the same time last year, according to RealtyTrac.com.

Montgomery AL Foreclosure Status Distribution

The current distribution of foreclosures based on the number of active foreclosure homes in Montgomery, AL.

Auctions accounted for 71.4% of foreclosure activity in August 2014 and Bank-owned properties accounted for 28.6%.

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Montgomery AL Foreclosure Activity by Month

The number of Bank-Owned properties decreased 4.3% compared to the previous month and 42.1% from the previous year in August. The number of Auctions increased 77.4% compared to the previous month and dropped 9.8% from the previous year.

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Montgomery AL Foreclosure Geographical Comparison

Montgomery AL foreclosure activity was 0.01% lower than national statistics, 0.03% higher than Alabama numbers and the same as Montgomery County statistics in August 2014.

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Are you or someone you know behind on mortgage payments and facing a Montgomery foreclosure? You do have options. A short sale may be the answer to saving you, your family and your home. I am a Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) with specialized training in helping families avoid foreclosure. Give me a call for a private consultation.

Search all Montgomery AL Real Estate And Homes For Sale.

Sandra Nickel and the Hat Team have distinguished themselves as leaders in the Montgomery AL real estate market. Sandra assists buyers looking for Montgomery real estate for sale and aggressively markets Montgomery AL homes for sale. Sandra is also an expert in helping families avoid foreclosure through short sales and is committed to helping families in financial hardship find options. For more information you can visit AvoidForeclosureMontgomery.com.

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