Honoring Our Heroes

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Your house is on the market and the holiday season is here. Just because you are trying to sell your house does not mean you cannot still make it feel like home. Especially this time of year. And let’s face it, unless you are a Scrooge, twinkle lights and holiday décor make a home feel more inviting and cheerful than ever. But, when making your home festive for the season, it is important to remember that buyers need to be able to picture the home as their own. Overdoing it could keep buyers away and hurt your chances of selling.
Here are some tips for staging your house for the holidays:

Still confused about how to decorate to most appeal to buyers? Here are some more dos and don’ts:
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The bottom line is, don’t be afraid to decorate and enjoy the holiday season in your home even if it’s on the market and being shown. Just remember to keep it simple and enticing to potential buyers.
If you are in the market to buy or sell a home (or both), let Sandra Nickel and her Hat Team of Professionals assist you with all your real estate needs! Call them today at 334-834-1500 and check out https://www.homesforsaleinmontgomeryalabama.com for more information!
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If you are planning to put your house on the market in 2022, there is no time like the present to start getting organized for the process of staging, showing and moving out of your home.
Begin now by following the tips listed below and you won’t feel so overwhelmed when it’s time for that first open house!



If your goal is to sell your house for the best possible price as quickly as possible, then you definitely want to be prepared! So, don’t wait! Think positive and get ready to stage and sell your home now.
If you are in the market to buy or sell a home (or both), let Sandra Nickel and her Hat Team of Professionals assist you with all your real estate needs! Call them today at 334-834-1500 and check out https://www.homesforsaleinmontgomeryalabama.com for more information!
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Halloween or Hallowe'en (a contraction of "All Hallows' evening"), also known as Allhalloween, All Hallows' Eve, or All Saints' Eve, is a celebration observed in many countries on 31 October, the eve of the Western Christian feast of All Hallows' Day. It begins the observance of Allhallowtide, the time in the liturgical year dedicated to remembering the dead, including saints (hallows), martyrs, and all the departed.
Montgomery AL Home For Sale:
3111 Malone Dr, Montgomery AL 36106
MLS# 505892 | 2 Bedrooms | 2 Baths | 1,980 Square Feet | Hillwood West

Fabulous move-in ready townhouse in popular Hillwood! This one story townhouse has such a wonderful floor plan that you will not believe how spacious every room is! The eat-in kitchen is huge and beautifully updated with granite counter tops, tiled back splash, tons of cabinets, nice sized pantry, and stainless appliances. It opens to the large living room and the den/formal dining room with built-ins… a great space to use for whatever suits your needs. The enormous master had 3 walk-in closets and an en suite bath with split granite vanities and tiled shower. The guest bedroom is on the opposite end and has two large closets. There is a cozy covered patio and small yard with just enough grass for a pet but not a lot of upkeep. The location in Midtown Montgomery is so convenient and walking distance to restaurants and shopping. Check it out today!
Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor Lauren Keen, Sandra Nickel Hat Team!
As you probably already know, 2020 was a banner year for the housing market. The market set record numbers and per year-end analysis by Zillow, the U.S. housing stock increased by nearly $2.5 trillion over the past year. Yes, you read that right…TRILLION. That is the largest net gain for a year-long period since 2005. The appreciation of current homes accounted for about $2.2 trillion, while $274 billion came from new construction.
It was a bit surprising to many that the Covid-19 pandemic did not deter interest from homebuyers. In fact, for a multitude of reasons, demand grew. And the resulting competition between buyers meant that properties sold quickly. But, things can change quickly, especially in the housing market. So, as the end of the year approaches, let’s look at changes that have occurred already over the past several months.
HOME PRICES ARE UP

With so many people seeking to buy new homes, the prices in the U.S. skyrocketed. The median home sale price for the country’s second quarter was just under $375,000. Last year, at the same time, the median was around $322,600. That is a 16% increase!
BUYERS ARE STILL LOOKING FOR HOMES
Along with home prices rising, there has been a shortage of homes available for sale. But that has not slowed down buyers. In fact, in almost every part of the U.S. people still want to buy homes. With the market so hot, homes have been selling quickly. Some people may be moving for “normal” reasons (job transfer, downsizing) but others have been influenced by the pandemic to find homes that offer more space and the ability to work remotely. It does appear, however, that the extreme urgency to buy a home has slowed down in the past month or two.
WHAT ABOUT MORTGAGE RATES?

Mortgage rates hit all-time lows at the height of the pandemic. And since June, the rate has continued to go down. The 30-year mortgage rate was below 3%; 2.77% to be exact, during the second week of August, 2021. But it’s predicted by many economists and housing authorities that rates will go up into the low-to-mid 3% range by the end of the year, rather than in the high 2s we’ve seen this past summer.
WHAT ARE BUYERS INTERESTED IN?

It’s not just about numbers. There has been as shift in what is most important to the majority of homebuyers. Per a Zillow survey in North Carolina, 40% of homebuyers are ONLY interested in purchasing a newly constructed home. And only 35% of the respondents said they would consider buying an existing home. It was also learned from the survey that buyers are interested in homes that might provide revenue through renting it out or at least renting a portion of the property to another person, couple, or family. An astounding 32% of respondents said that the opportunity to rent out their home was a major factor in their decision to purchase a home.
While it’s hard to predict where the housing market is heading as we approach 2022, you can be sure that it will continue to change as the world is constantly changing. That being said, now is a great time to buy or sell a home and Sandra Nickel and her Hat Team of specialists can help you do that!
If you are in the market to buy or sell a home (or both), let Sandra Nickel and her Hat Team of Professionals assist you with all your real estate needs! Call them today at 334-834-1500 and check out https://www.homesforsaleinmontgomeryalabama.com for more information!
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806 E Edgemont Avenue, Montgomery, Alabama
MLS #505230
4 bedrooms | 2 baths | 2,394 sq ft | Cloverdale/Idlewild

NEW, NEW, NEW! Another gorgeous remodel in the historic Cloverdale area. This 4 bedroom and 2 bath is completely new! There is much more here than meets the eye to this corner lot home including new electrical, plumbing, A/C and roof just to name a few. The interior has been completely redone. A spacious master bedroom and bathroom have been added and the kitchen has been expanded to provide an open atmosphere with views to the formal living & great room. The kitchen boasts all new stainless steel appliances including a gas stove, custom range hood, refrigerator, granite countertops, cedar beams and hard tile floor. New LED ceiling fans and can lights throughout. Refinished original wood flooring throughout and new carpet in one of the two entertainment areas. New insulated vinyl windows throughout the entirety of the home that easily open & provide better insulation (a rarity in Cloverdale)! New LED electric fireplace in the living room is sure to dazzle your guests and provide warmth this winter with none of the hassle. Fresh paint throughout the home including the casework and crown molding! Within walking, biking or a short drive to all the Cloverdale attractions. Call me or your favorite realtor today to see!
Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor Brennan Parker, Sandra Nickel Hat Team!
Halloween is around the corner, so if you are thinking of turning your home into a spooky haunted house, now is the time to start planning! Here are some tips for creating a frighteningly fun experience for trick or treaters who come to your house this year:




These are just a few ideas to help you start to plan a fantastic Halloween Haunted House!
Happy Haunting!
If you are in the market to buy or sell a home (or both), let Sandra Nickel and her Hat Team of Professionals assist you with all your real estate needs! Call them today at 334-834-1500 and check out https://www.homesforsaleinmontgomeryalabama.com for more information!
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1114 E. Main Street Prattville AL 36066
MLS# 505499 | 2 Bedrooms | 1 Bath | 999 Square Feet | Prattville
If you are looking for a cheerfully cute, clean place to call HOME OR OFFICE, this newly renovated property is your solution! Move-in ready house that features beautiful hardwood floors, fresh paint, a fully equipped all-electric kitchen, granite countertop island, dishwasher and disposal. The new energy efficient heat pump and added insulation will save on utilities, and the roof is only three years old. Washer and dryer connections are in the roomy carport storage room. Huge shaded back yard is partially fenced. Conveniently located near downtown and close to both bases. Check it out today!
Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor Lauren Keen, Sandra Nickel Hat Team!
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