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Create a Bold, Beautiful Autumn Flower Bed

Thursday, September 24, 2020
by The Hat Team

Autumn gardens bring to mind vivid, jewel toned hues such as scarlet, deep purples and gold.  It is not too late to add a burst of autumn colors to your landscaping.  But, before planting, research what kind of flowers and plants will do best in your area.  To help, here is a list of some that will thrive in Montgomery. Hardiness Zones 8A & 8B

Goldenrod: This low maintenance beauty has been erroneously blamed for causing hay-fever.  The real culprit is rag weed.  The pollen in goldenrod is too heavy to fly in the air.  Instead, it sticks to the legs of the butterflies and insects that feed on its nectar.  It blooms late in the season and is deer and drought resistant.

Chrysanthemums:  Commonly called “mums”, these richly hued plants are true sign       of fall. When buying mums, look for ones labeled “hardy mums” or “garden mums” for the best chance of having them thrive throughout the season.  Plant them as soon as you buy them.  Late August is not too early.  Given the opportunity to develop a strong root system, they will last longer. When to Plant Mums

Helenium: Part of the daisy family, this cheery flower blooms in yellow, orange and red bringing a vibrant ambiance to your garden. These tough, easy-to-grow perennials bloom late in the season and last a long time.

Asters: Available in a variety of hues in shades of pink, purple, blue and white, these perennials bloom from mid to late fall.  Loved by bees, butterflies and other pollinators, they provide a late feeding opportunity for them.   Plant them as soon as they are available in early fall so that they can establish a strong root system.

Pansies: One of the most popular cool weather annuals, pansies are favorites for fall flowerbeds. They are very hardy and can continue to bloom through winter and into spring, thereby adding lively color to your garden almost year ‘round! The ideal time to plant pansies in hardiness zone 8 is late October.

With temperatures cooling a bit, now is a great time to get outside and bring a bold, beautiful autumn aesthetic to your flower beds!

If you are in the market to buy or sell a home, let Sandra Nickel and her Hat Team of Professionals assist you with all your real estate needs!  Call them today at 334-834-1500!

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3346 Montezuma Rd: Epitome of a Cloverdale Charmer!

Friday, September 18, 2020
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Real Estate For Sale:

3346 Montezuma Rd, Montgomery AL 36106

MLS# 479771| 3 Bedrooms | 2 Baths | 2,041 Square Feet | Cloverdale

3346 Montezuma Rd

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The epitome of a Cloverdale charmer! From the inviting front porch you will walk in to find a bright living room with a beautiful mantle, a large dining room and cheerful eat-in kitchen. Right off the kitchen is a cozy family room/den that opens onto the wrap around deck, which gives you plenty of room to entertain family and friends in this adorable house. There is one bedroom downstairs and two up, all with pristine hard wood floors. You can move right in to this immaculately kept home in Midtown Montgomery that has been cared for by the same family for decades. Come see for yourself today!

Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor Lauren Keen, Sandra Nickel Hat Team!

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3146 Malone Dr: Tons Of Space and Tons of Storage!

Wednesday, September 16, 2020
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Real Estate For Sale:

3146 Malone Dr, Montgomery AL 36106

MLS# 479667 | 3 Bedrooms | 2.5 Baths | 2,163 Square Feet | Hillwood

3146 Malone Dr

This one level, end-unit home in Midtown Montgomery is larger than most on the street, and has tons of storage! The great room has a wet bar, stone fireplace and plenty of space for all the furniture you don't want to leave behind when you downsize. The formal dining room is big enough for your table and china cabinet, and the eat-in kitchen has room for a breakfast table & chairs. The large sun room off the kitchen overlooks a private enclosed courtyard with nice planting beds for gardening. A half bath off sun room has additional storage for holiday decorations. The attached covered garage with a rear entry from alleyway provides off street parking and easy covered entry into the home. The bedrooms have low maintenance wood floors and lots of closet space!

Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor Billy Young, Sandra Nickel Hat Team! 

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3127 Mastin Lane: Great Investment Opportunity!

Tuesday, September 15, 2020
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Real Estate For Sale:

3127 Mastin Lane, Montgomery AL 36106

MLS# 479794 | 4 Bedrooms | 2 Baths | 2,172 Square Feet | Cloverdale/Idlewilde

3127 Mastin Lane

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Great investment and income producing property in the heart of the Cloverdale/Idlewilde neighborhood in Midtown Montgomery. Each of the two units has hardwood floors, large living/dining room combo, and updated kitchen with two bedrooms and a bath upstairs. Both units also have a covered back porch and a rear deck with a nice back yard area. Each unit currently rents for $750 per month. Perfect for young professionals, college students, or live on one side and let your tenant pay your mortgage!

Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor Billy Young, Sandra Nickel Hat Team! 

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2284 Carter Hill Rd: A Beautiful Remodel

Saturday, September 12, 2020
by The Hat Team

2284 Carter Hill Rd, Montgomery AL 36106

MLS# 479398

3 Bedrooms | 2 Baths | 2,156 Square Feet | Country Club Estates

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Another beautiful remodel done by Clayton Mitchell. This is a great house at a great price, right in the heart of Midtown Montgomery. Close to Cloverdale, Huntingdon, ASU, Zelda Rd shopping and a growing Downtown! A very spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with a fully renovated kitchen complete with new custom countertops, new sink, new flooring, new plumbing, new cabinets, new vent hood and SO MUCH MORE! The back den area is a separate entertainment space that is very large and features new flooring, new drywall ceiling, new blinds, new paint and more. The former Jack and Jill bathroom has been converted and renovated to make a true master bathroom off the master bedroom. Master bathroom updates include a new toilet, new shower and shower door, new trim and new shelving. The exterior has been tastefully repainted and cedar shutters have been added. The backyard backs up to a city park that is well maintained as well as a potential BBQ PIT off the back of the house. There is fresh paint throughout and all hardwood floors have been refinished. Also a new dishwasher and refrigerator. TOO MANY UPDATES TO LIST. Give me a call or txt to go see!

Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor Brennan Parker, Sandra Nickel Hat Team! 

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Happy Labor Day!

Monday, September 7, 2020
by The Hat Team

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School-Day Lunch Preparation 101

Wednesday, August 19, 2020
by The Hat Team


It’s that time of year again. Back to school. Whether your children are headed back to their school, or you have set up a classroom at home, it is important to maintain a routine. And that includes preparing healthy, nutritious lunches. Curb chaotic mornings by organizing your kitchen in a way that makes lunch prep a breeze!  The following tips will help:

  1.  MAKE A LIST

Do not just wing it.By creating a menu of items that you will use for your kids’ lunches, you will not only save time in the mornings (because you will not spend time trying to decide what to pack in their lunch bag), you will also have a handy, dandy shopping list for when you go grocery shopping.Here are some school lunch ideas to get you started. School Lunch Ideas

  1. MAKE YOUR FRIDGE LUNCH BOX FRIENDLY

Organize the space in your refrigerator to make lunch prep quick and easy.Clear plastic bins with labels can be used to divide things up by type of food/drink or by day of the week.Experiment with these ideas and find the one that works best for you. Organizing Your Fridge

  1. CREATE A STAGING CENTER

Have a designated spot in the kitchen for lunch prep.A basket or bin for lunch bags/boxes will mean that you will never be frantically searching for them in the morning.Have your kids empty them of containers/trash when they get home from school and place them in the designated area. Keep containers handy and make sure you have enough counter space to accommodate everything you will need.

  1. HAVE A SUPPLY STATION

Clean out a drawer or cabinet near your staging center and keep all your lunch prep supplies in one spot.Stock up on baggies, containers, napkins, straws, plastic utensils, foil, saran wrap etc.

  1. STOCK PANTRY WITH “SCHOOL LUNCH ONLY” ITEMS

Avoid the frustration of going to grab something for your child’s lunch only to discover there is none left.Create an area in your pantry that is only for school lunches.An over-the-door hanging shoe rack is a great space-saver and can be used to store school snacks.

Whether you prepare your children’s lunches, or you have them do it themselves, being organized will make the process easier and quicker.

If you are in the market to buy or sell a home, let Sandra Nickel and her Hat Team of Professionals assist you with all your real estate needs!  Call them today at 334-834-1500!

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3144 Le Bron Rd: Perfect For a Growing Family!

Tuesday, July 14, 2020
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Home For Sale: 3144 Le Bron Rd, Montgomery AL 36106

MLS# 474491 | 5 Bedrooms | 3 Baths | 2981 Square Feet | Cloverdale/Idlewild

3144 Le Bron Rd

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You will find plenty of room to spread out in this nearly 3,000 square foot home in Midtown Montgomery! Whether it's a growing family, or multigenerational, there is space for everyone. A cozy sunroom welcomes you upon entrance and is the perfect spot for morning coffee. Spacious living and dining rooms afford entertaining spaces for friends and family, while the large den/family room off the kitchen is the perfect spot for more intimate family time. With two bedrooms and a bath downstairs and another three bedrooms and two baths up, plus plenty of storage space. A mudroom off the kitchen serves as pantry area, with space for a stand up freezer and an additional refrigerator, and access to laundry area. There is a big deck off the back of the house for outdoor living. Located in the heart of historic Cloverdale/Idlewild and convenient to parks, dining, and entertainment!

Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor Billy Young, Sandra Nickel Hat Team. Lean more on our About page.

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3104 S Hull St Cottage in Pristine Condition

Wednesday, July 1, 2020
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Real Estate For Sale: 3104 Hull St, Montgomery AL 36105

MLS# 474910 | 2  Bedrooms | 1.5 Baths | 2,20 SF | South Hull District 

3104 S Hull St

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Absolutely stunning cottage in pristine condition! Situated on a corner lot, this lovely home was renovated in 2016 with a totally new kitchen, a laundry room addition and a half bath addition. It truly has a modern feel with the open floor plan and high ceilings. It flows beautifully from the living room to a step-up area perfect for an office or a reading room, to the dining room that's open to the gorgeous kitchen. The bedrooms are huge and can be closed off at the hallway. The stone patio is adorable and overlooks a great back yard. Other fabulous features are the new appliances, a tank-less water heater, redone hard wood floors and the usable one car garage! Check out this wonderful Midtown Montgomery house today before it's gone!

Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor Lauren Layfield, Sandra Nickel Hat Team.

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Festive Fruits & Vegetables for July 4th

Wednesday, July 1, 2020
by The Hat Team

With Independence Day approaching, you probably have red, white and blue on your mind! If you want to serve a July 4th meal with the appropriate celebratory colors, use these colorful, healthy fruits and vegetables!

STRAWBERRIES

These ruby red treasures are filled with vitamins, fiber, antioxidants, potassium and manganese.  They are also low in calories and are sodium, fat and cholesterol free!  And they taste like a guilt-free sweet treat! Make them extra special on Independence Day with this fun recipe: Red, White & Blue Strawberries


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RADISHES

Packed with vitamins E, A, C, B6 and K as well as potassium, phosphorous, magnesium, copper, calcium, iron and manganese, red radishes are a wonderful option for your festive 4th of July meal! This Crunch Garden Salsa made with crisp radishes and cucumbers will be the hit of the party…serve with blue tortilla chips for a special touch!


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PEARS

Did you know that pears can actually help manage prediabetes?  Antioxidants found in pears help prevent rapid carb digestion that can cause blood-sugar spikes.  Raw pears are great for sweetening bitter salads, and poached pears are a yummy dessert.  Try this pear recipe for your Independence Day gathering: Pear Salad With Dried Cherries and Candied Walnuts


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CAULIFLOWER

Don’t let the mild taste of cauliflower fool you. It is full of vitamins and minerals! One cup of raw cauliflower contains 77% RDA vitamin C, dietary fiber, protein, vitamin K and potassium. And it’s only 25 calories!! Riced cauliflower is fantastic as a substitute for carb heavy white rice. And cauliflower crust on a pizza saves you lots of calories!  Here is a fun cauliflower appetizer recipe for July 4th: Buffalo Cauliflower


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BLUEBERRIES

These scrumptious treats are packed with nutrients! Low in calories and high in fiber, they also have antioxidants which play a role in preventing cell damage and reducing the risk of chronic disease.  Try this delectable blueberry recipe for your July 4th gathering: Cape Cod Blueberry Pie


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BLACKBERRIES

They may be called blackberries but these sweet treats are actually dark blue and offer several health benefits.  One cup of blackberries has nearly 8 grams of fiber, 40% RDA for manganese, and 34% RDA for vitamin C.  This same serving also provides 24% RDA for Vitamin K which is necessary for blood clotting and plays an important part in bone health. For a unique Independence Day entrée try this recipe for Blackberry Glazed Chicken


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Whatever you decide to serve on July 4th this year, we hope you are able to spend the day celebrating with family and friends.  Happy Independence Day!

If you are in the market to buy or sell a home, let Sandra Nickel and her Hat Team of Professionals assist you with all your real estate needs!  Call them today at 334-834-1500!

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