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Montgomery AL Foreclosure Trends - May 2011

Friday, July 8, 2011
by The Hat Team

There were 1,161 Montgomery AL foreclosure homes for sale with 111 new foreclosures in May 2011. The average selling price of a Montgomery AL home was $120,478 and the average foreclosure selling price was $115,922 a $4,556 savings, according to RealtyTrac.com.

Montgomery AL Foreclosure Activity and 30 Year Interest Rate

Montgomery interest rates averaged 4.64% in May while the number of foreclosed homes decreased from 171 in April to 111 in May.

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Foreclosure activity is based on the total number of properties that receive foreclosure filings – default notice, foreclosure auction notice or bank repossession – each month. Interest rate is based on the average 30-year fixed rate from Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey.

Montgomery AL Foreclosure Geographical Comparison

Montgomery AL foreclosure activity was 0.06% lower than national statistics. 0.04% higher than Alabama and the same as Montgomery County statistics for the month of May.

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Montgomery AL Foreclosure Activity by Month

The number of Bank-Owned properties decreased from 121 homes in April to 52 in May. The number of Auctions increased from 50 to 59. There is a 6-month rising trend.

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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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Happy Fourth of July Montgomery!

Wednesday, June 29, 2011
by The Hat Team

“America is best described in one word--freedom” Dwight D. Eisenhower

flagAs Americans, we celebrate Independence Day on July 4th to honor our nation’s birthday and the Declaration of Independence. It is day replete with parades, cookouts, picnics, waving flags, and fireworks--and a heavy dose of patriotism.

DISTINCTIVE DATES:

  • JULY 4, 1776: The Second Continental Congress completed its work on the Declaration of Independence.
  • JULY 8, 1776: Independence Day was first Celebrated in Philadelphia on, and the Liberty Bell was sounded on that day.
  • JULY 4, 1804: The first public celebration was held at the White House
  • JULY 4, 1826: Both Thomas Jefferson and John Adams died on this day.
  • JULY 4, 1941: Independence Day was first celebrated as a federal legal holiday

“There is nothing wrong with America that cannot be cured with what is right with America.” Bill Clinton

PATRIOTIC PLACES:

Ever been to Liberty, MO? How about Libertyville, New Liberty, North Liberty, or East Liberty--all in Iowa? And then there are the eleven places with Independence in their names and five which feature Freedom; Freedom, CA, is the largest of these. Five more towns sport the word America, but only one can lay claim to Patriot, and that is a spot in Indiana with a population of 202.

Did you know that there is a one-gun salute fired at noon on July 4th on every capable military base? It is called the Salute to the Union.

IT’S A GRAND OLD FLAG:

And there are specific rules about displaying it proudly and properly.  Here you can brush up on the do’s and don’t's for honoring Old Glory.

Be sure to take time to honor our military and their families for the sacrifices they make each and every day so we can be free! Something as simple as saying ‘Thank you’ can make a Vets day!

FABULOUS FOOD:

Having a cookout or picnic with friends and family? Think about foods that come in patriotic colors--white snow cone cups filled with red and blue berries, or use the three colors to make napkins which you tie with red, white, and blue patterned shoelaces instead of napkin rings. Be sure to offer hot dogs, hamburgers, cole slaw, potato salad, baked beans, and watermelon for an all-American meal. Maybe even Mom’s apple pie to top it off! Get many delicious recipes and grilling ideas and safety tips.

FIREWORKS FINALE:

Nearly every U.S. city or town offers an exciting fireworks display to end the day’s festivities, and we’re never too old or too young to ‘ooh and ah’ at the spectacle. Some notable shows are held at the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, the Charles River in Boston, Mt. Rushmore, the Rose Bowl, and the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Perhaps the longest celebration is fittingly held in Philadelphia--a 9 day festival culminating in back-to-back fireworks!

George Washington once said, “Liberty, when it begins to take root, is a plant of rapid growth.” Do remember, however, that such a plant needs to cherished, taken care of, nourished, and protected by each and every American.

HAVE A SAFE AND HAPPY FOURTH!!!

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Midtown Montgomery Real Estate Sales - May 2011

Thursday, June 23, 2011
by The Hat Team

Despite the ups and downs of the housing market, home owners and non-owners alike consider owning a home essential to the American Dream according to a survey conducted on behalf of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) by Public Opinion Strategies of Alexandria, VA, and Lake Research Partners of Washington, D.C.

The survey results show that Americans see beyond the immediate housing market to the enduring value of homeownership. An overwhelming 75 percent of the people who were polled said that owning a home is worth the risk of the fluctuations in the market, and 95 percent of the home owners said they are happy with their decision to own a home.

One of the more striking aspects of the survey results is the intensity of sentiment among potential voters, according to Celinda Lake, president of Lake Research Partners. “People believe overwhelmingly that owning a home is an anchor to the American Dream,” she says. “It’s an anchor to your retirement, and it’s an anchor to your personal economic well-being.”

Among the other survey results:

73 percent said owning a home is one of their goals
• Homeownership and a retirement savings program are considered by voters to be their best investments.
• 80 percent of home owners would advise a close friend or family member just starting out to buy a home.
• Saving for a down payment and closing costs is the biggest barrier to homeownership.
• Americans believe that owning their own home is as important as being successful at their job or being able to pay for a family member’s education.

Owning a home is not just a commodity to people. It is a core value.

Now take a look at how the Midtown Montgomery real estate market performed in May.

Midtown Montgomery real estate sales statistics for May show the average sales price decreased by 10% to $150,975 when compared to May 2010.  The number of homes sold decreased by 51% in May.  The median sales prices decreased by 6%, while market times increased 15% or 18 days.  The highest selling home price decreased by 36%, and the lowest selling home price increased by 59%.

Midtown Montgomery May 2011 May 2010
Homes Sold 22 45
Average Selling Price $ 150,975 $ 166,925
Median Selling Price $ 111,450 $ 118,900
Days On The Market 121 103
Highest Selling Price $ 480,000 $ 750,000
Lowest Selling Price $ 12,500 $ 5,100

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.

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Montgomery AL Foreclosure Trends - April 2011

Friday, May 27, 2011
by The Hat Team

There were 1,311 Montgomery AL foreclosure homes for sale with 171 new foreclosures in April 2011. The average selling price of a Montgomery AL home was $163,408 and the average foreclosure selling price was $93,093 a $70,315 savings, according to RealtyTrac.com.

Montgomery AL Foreclosure Activity and 30 Year Interest Rate

Montgomery interest rates averaged 4.84% in April while the number of foreclosed homes decreased from 228 in March to 171 in April.

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Foreclosure activity is based on the total number of properties that receive foreclosure filings – default notice, foreclosure auction notice or bank repossession – each month. Interest rate is based on the average 30-year fixed rate from Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey.

Montgomery AL Foreclosure Geographical Comparison

Montgomery AL foreclosure activity was 0.01% higher than national statistics. 0.10% higher than Alabama and 0.01% higher then Montgomery County statistics for the month of April.

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Montgomery AL Foreclosure Activity by Month

The number of Bank-Owned properties decreased from 151 homes in March to 121 in April. The number of Auctions decreased from 84 to 50. There is a 6-month rising trend.

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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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Midtown Montgomery Real Estate Sales Statistics - April 2010

Friday, May 20, 2011
by The Hat Team

Home sales are expected to stay on an uptrend through 2012, although the performance will be uneven with mortgage constraints weighing on the market, according to real estate experts.

Lawrence Yun, National Association of Realtors chief economist, said existing-home sales have been underperforming by historical standards and will rise gradually but unevenly. “If we just hold at the first-quarter sales pace of 5.1 million, sales this year would rise 4 percent, but the remainder of the year looks better,” Yun said. “We expect 5.3 million existing-home sales this year, up from 4.9 million in 2010, with additional gains in 2012 to about 5.6 million – that’s a sustainable level given the size of our population.”

Now take a look at how the Midtown Montgomery real estate market performed in April.

Midtown Montgomery real estate sales statistics for April show the average sales price decreased by 10% to $129,495 when compared to April 2010.  The number of homes sold decreased by 33% in April.  The median sales prices decreased by 20%, while market times decreased 20% or 27 days.  The highest selling home price decreased by 5%, and the lowest selling home price increased by 29%.

Midtown Montgomery April 2011 April 2010
Homes Sold 29 43
Average Selling Price $ 129,495 $ 144,517
Median Selling Price $ 100,000 $ 125,000
Days On The Market 105 132
Highest Selling Price $ 649,000 $ 683,000
Lowest Selling Price $ 8,500 $ 6,000

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.

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Montgomery AL Foreclosure Trends - March 2011

Thursday, May 5, 2011
by The Hat Team

There were 1,420 Montgomery AL foreclosure homes for sale with 243 new foreclosures in March 2011. The average selling price of a Montgomery AL home was $136,478 and the average foreclosure selling price was $101,691 a $34,788 savings, according to RealtyTrac.com.

Montgomery AL Foreclosure Activity and 30 Year Interest Rate

Montgomery interest rates averaged 4.84% in March while the number of foreclosed homes increased from 150 in February to 228 in March.

montgomery al foreclosure

Foreclosure activity is based on the total number of properties that receive foreclosure filings – default notice, foreclosure auction notice or bank repossession – each month. Interest rate is based on the average 30-year fixed rate from Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey.

Montgomery AL Foreclosure Geographical Comparison

Montgomery foreclosure activity was 0.05% higher than national statistics. 0.12% higher than
Alabama statistics for the month of March.

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Montgomery AL Foreclosure Activity by Month

The number of Bank-Owned properties increased from 43 homes in February to 151 in March. The number of Auctions decreased from 112 to 92. There is a 6-month rising trend.

montgomery al foreclosure

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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Montgomery AL Real Estate: Understanding Shadow Inventory

Thursday, April 28, 2011
by The Hat Team

Shadow inventory is the number of foreclosed properties currently owned by banks (or will be owned in the future) that are sitting empty and are not currently for sale. 

Many analysts use the “tip of the iceberg” analogy to describe the 'shadow inventory' situation, feeling that a massive number of distressed properties and underwater loans sits just below the surface. Some believe that the number of potential homes for sale greatly exceeds the number currently on the market. No significant appreciation of Alabama real estate and home prices will take place until the shadow inventory that exists works its way through the real estate market.

The map below shows the number of months it would take to clear the shadow inventory by state. The months’ supply is estimated by dividing the shadow inventory and the monthly number of distressed sales. As you can see, Alabama has 8 months of shadow inventory to contend with.

 

Now take a look at how the Midtown Montgomery real estate market performed in March.

Midtown Montgomery real estate sales statistics for March show the average sales price decreased by 2% to $135,457 when compared to March 2010.  The number of homes sold decreased by 47% in March.  The median sales prices decreased by 8%, while market times decreased 34% or 65 days.  The highest selling home price decreased by 26%, and the lowest selling home price decreased by 50%.

Midtown Montgomery March 2011 March 2010
Homes Sold 20 38
Average Selling Price $ 135,457 $ 138,275
Median Selling Price $ 120,500 $ 130,500
Days On The Market 129 194
Highest Selling Price $ 350,000 $ 470,000
Lowest Selling Price $ 4,500 $ 9,000

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.

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Montgomery Real Estate For Sale: 2216 Country Club Dr

Wednesday, March 30, 2011
by The Hat Team

Montgomery Real Estate For Sale:

2216 Country Club Drive, Montgomery AL 36106

MLS# 282804

This charming 1940's cottage backs up to the Montgomery Country Club Golf course. With views from most rooms in the house, you will never get tired of your big, pretty "back yard". And, with a large heated and cooled building out back, uses are endless (workshop, studio, crafts, or just great storage.) The back yard is perfect for entertaining or just relaxing and enjoying the views. Don't pass up this rare opportunity to live on highly desired Country Club Drive!

Learn more about 2216 Country Club Drive and other Montgomery Real Estate by visiting HatTeam.com.

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How To Choose An Agent for Your Montgomery AL Real Estate

Friday, March 25, 2011
by The Hat Team

One of the most complex and significant events in people’s lives is the purchase or sale of their real estate--and most people turn to an agent to assist them in these transactions. Before you select a professional real estate agentmontgomery al real estate, however, you should determine if he/she is qualified to handle your Montgomery AL real estate business, what he actually does, and how he is paid.

REQUIREMENTS: All real estate brokers and sales agents must be licensed by their state. Although the rules and regulations of individual states vary, most require educational courses, a written examination, and license renewal every 1 or 2 years. Usually between 30 and 90 hours of formal coursework are required in topics such as real estate principles, contracts, and ethics to ensure that the agent has a thorough knowledge of the fundamentals and legal aspects of the field. Many states also have a continuing education requirement. In addition, many agents are members of the National Association of Realtors, an organization designed to provide an exchange of ideas to improve the industry as needed in order to protect the consumer and provide quality service.

SERVICES PROVIDED: A good agent wears many hats and is knowledgeable about many aspects of real estate. An agent handling your Montgomery AL real estate business should:

  • be familiar with your target area
  • represent a buyer or seller in the purchase or sale of real estate
  • search for suitable buyers and/or properties
  • assist in procuring financing for your Montgomery AL real estate
  • examine comparable sales to determine fair market value
  • ensure that all terms of the contract are met

QUALITIES TO LOOK FOR: You will want someone who:

  • is organized
  • is knowledgeable about the business
  • is confident in his abilities
  • is skilled in negotiations, contracts, and financing
  • acts in your best interest
  • is ethical and trustworthy
  • maintains confidentiality
  • is open in disclosing pertinent facts

HOW THE AGENT IS PAID: Since all agents work with a broker, they are paid a portion of the sales commission (commonly paid by the seller). Percentage divisions of the commission vary, but often office costs, such as advertising, are deducted from the agreed upon amount. Neither the buyer nor the seller pays the agent directly.

It is important that you choose a real estate agent wisely and that you establish and maintain a good working relationship with him/her. Carefully check credentials, ask about services provided, and determine his familiarity and success in the area before signing any agreement.

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To Sell Or Not to Sell Your Montgomery AL Home?

Sunday, March 6, 2011
by The Hat Team

Shall I sell now or wait to see what happens in the real estate market? That is a decision facing numerous homeowners in this period of economic upheaval and uncertainty. For those who are forced to leave their Montgomery AL home because of a job transfer, a need for a smaller home, and/or a desire for a smaller mortgage payment, the question becomes one of whether to rent or sell their current property. Oh, for a crystal ball…       

There are, however, some valid reasons to sell at the present time. Many in the real estate or financial fields believe that the timing for home sales may not be as opportune for a long period in the future as it is now, and they base their “sell now” advice on the following reasons:

  • question markWould-be buyers in the fourth quarter of the year are historically serious buyers who are very apt to buy during this season. Thus, the seller may have fewer ‘lookers’ but more motivated purchasers.
  • Interest rates right now are invitingly low and provide a real incentive for the serious buyer of a Montgomery AL home. These fallen rates can also be an advantage to the seller who wants to buy another home.
  • If you do want to purchase another home, especially if you want to “trade up”, this is an optimum time to do so. The prices of more expensive houses have also dropped, sometimes considerably, and bargains are to be had in that market. Remember, too, that because there is a smaller pool of buyers for “high end” properties, those sellers may be more than willing to negotiate and lower their asking price.
  • Renting out your Montgomery AL home rather than selling it is not a financially secure consideration. As the economy worsens, renters will be looking to pay lower rents, so your rental income may very well be less than your monthly mortgage payments and expenses, a situation you certainly want to avoid.
  • The on-going foreclosure fiasco and the ensuing moratoriums positively support the idea of selling now. Many homes currently in the process of foreclosure are being removed from the market, and serious buyers are rightfully cautious about purchasing any short sale or foreclosed property. Therefore, your home, the one with a clear title and no irregularities, will be part of a new, “safe” inventory, one that will definitely attract buyers.
  • Once the moratoriums are removed, many “experts” expect that there will be a glut of distressed properties on the market, a situation that will most likely drive prices down even lower and greatly swell the inventory with which you will have to compete. Add to that the fact that the end of the first quarter traditionally brings a large increase of listings, and your Montgomery AL home could be easily overlooked.

It would appear, then, that there is no time like the present to sell your home. Opportunity is knocking--don’t let it pass you by!

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