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Characteristics Home Buyers Are Looking For In Today’s Real Estate Market

Friday, August 7, 2015
by The Hat Team

Today we are going to let you in on a few ideas of what characteristics home buyers are looking for these days so that you can get top dollar for your home.  There is no better time than now to get busy about getting your home ready to sell.

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  • One of the most important things that home buyers these days are looking for is that there is a laundry room in the home.  Most folks do not want a laundry closet but an actual room where they can escape in order to get their laundry done.  A great way to catch the eye of the women of the family is to have a nice laundry room  with updated appliances and a few extras as well.  Many of these extra’s can be done DIY style.
     
  • Exterior lighting is another way to catch potential home buyer’s attention quickly.  As the days grow longer and it stays light longer many folks will be driving around looking at homes late into the evening.  By lighting your home up on the outside you are doing a great service towards selling your home more quickly. 
     
  • Replacing old windows for new energy efficient windows is a characteristic that many home buyers may be looking for.  With the high costs of energy these days, folks are doing all they can to lower their electric bills.  Buying energy efficient windows will help lower electric bills dramatically.
     
  • Extra storage space in your garage is a feature that most men will love in a new home.  By taking time to add some extra storage in your garage before a sale you may be adding extra change in your pocket. 
     
  • Eat-in kitchens are essential for a home to have for most people these days.  If your kitchen is not eat-in you may want to do a little bit of remodeling before you put your house on the market. 
     
  • Kitchen pantry storage is of up-most regard for most home buyers these days as well.  If you already have adequate pantry space then it would be a good idea for you to purchase some organizational shelves and such to make it less cluttered and more organized. 

These are just some of the many characteristics that potential home buyers are looking for in today's market.   If you can, it will serve you well to add at least one of these to your home before you put it on the market.

Information provided by Montgomery AL Realtors Sandra Nickel Hat Team.

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Who is Your Champion?

Thursday, August 6, 2015
by The Hat Team

warriorThe Super Bowl and World Series determine the football and baseball champions. Since there can only be one champion, the other team loses the competition. In feudal times, a knight might champion for the king or a patriotic, romantic or religious cause.

Fierce competition can occur when buying or selling a home because each party wants to get the “best deal” possible. When the buyer and seller are not equally matched, and they rarely are, it is important to have a champion on your side to fight for your cause.

The price of the home, the type of financing and concessions, personal property, closing dates and possession are just a few of the many things that can be negotiated in a contract. Since the seller wants to get the most for their house and the buyer wants to pay the least, their causes are diametrically opposed.

Even after the contract is signed, removing the contingencies can cause considerable negotiations. The inspections or the appraisal could be the source of reevaluating the terms and provisions of the contract.

Negotiating the sale or purchase of a home is definitely a competition and you need a champion on your side.

Information provided by Montgomery AL Realtors Sandra Nickel Hat Team.

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Montgomery AL Home For Sale: 2036 Gorgas St

Wednesday, August 5, 2015
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Home For Sale:

2036 Gorgas Street, Montgomery AL 36106
MLS# 319970

Great House With Plenty Of Space!

2036 gorgas st
Looking for room to spread out? Check out this spacious brick home conveniently located in Midtown! Hard wood floors throughout, large living room, dining room and eat-in kitchen. Master bedroom downstairs with updated tiled shower and walk-in closet. Upstairs are two bedrooms and extra space for a play room, den or whatever meets your needs. Nice covered deck overlooking the back yard. This is a great house with plenty of space, check it out today!

Marketed by Montgomery AL Real Estate Experts Sandra Nickel Hat Team!

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Montgomery AL Home For Sale: 3103 S Hull Street

Wednesday, August 5, 2015
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Home For Sale:

3103 S Hull Street, Montgomery AL 36105
MLS# 319985

Vintage Home Lovers Alert!

3103 s hull street

Calling all vintage home lovers!! Less than $55.00 per sq. ft. and with a sparkling salt water cool pool in desirable Midtown Montgomery!! Live near Cloverdale without the Cloverdale price!! Home features original stained wood work which is so hard to find. Original baths with the right period look including beautiful tile work. Large living and formal dining rooms or entertaining. Enclosed side porch to relax. Kitchen is updated and has breakfast bar! Optional active neighborhood association is a great way to get involved and meet your neighbors. Single car attached garage houses laundry. Short drive to area hot spots! Huge 15k price reduction from previous listing! Motivated Owner says sell, sell, sell!! Their loss is your gain. Call us or your favorite agent to view today before someone beats you to one of, if not THE, best values in the Historical South Hull District.

Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtors Sandra Nickel Hat Team!

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Montgomery AL Home For Sale: 530 Martha Street

Wednesday, August 5, 2015
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Home For Sale:

530 Martha Street, Montgomery AL 36104
MLS# 314982

Damsel In Distress!

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Damsel in Distress! This richly detailed Queen Anne cottage has great bones and a bad case of neglect! With time and money, you can rescue her and create a home you'll be proud to call yours. A soaring barrell-vaulted ceiling in the entry hall announces grandeur-to-be. Must see to appreciate.

Marketed by Montgomery Real Estate Experts Sandra Nickel Hat Team!

 

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Midtown Montgomery Real Estate Market Trends - June 2015

Friday, July 31, 2015
by The Hat Team

If you are contemplating putting your house on the market, you may want to see if you have some of the top features home buyers are looking for.

  • A large laundry room is on the list of must-haves for most home buyers these days.  The bigger the better when it comes to laundry rooms. Painting this room a fun color is also a great idea.  If you have not yet updated your washer and dryer it may be a good time to do that as well. 
  • Landscape lighting is a plus if you want your house to stand out above all the others on the market.  Taking a photo of your home at night with all the landscape lighting lit may be a good way to market your home in real estate magazines.  Also if you want to add ambiance to the inside of your house you can add wall lanterns in entrance ways and hallways. 
  • A finished garage is an excellent feature that many home buyers are looking for.  You can add drywall and paint as well as paint the floor of your garage.  You will be amazed at what a difference doing this will make to your home.  Make sure to add a lot of storage areas so that the man of the house will be happy about buying your home. 
  • An "eat-in" kitchen  is a must have these days.  If you don’t currently have an “eat-in” kitchen, you may want to knock out a wall to make this possible.  It could be the difference of selling your home or not selling your home.  

Take a look at June 2015's real estate sales statistics.

June 2015 Midtown Montgomery Real Estate Market Update

Midtown Montgomery real estate sales statistics for June 2015, show the number of homes increased 55.56%. The average sales price decreased by 30.46% to $141,904 for the month. The median sales price decreased by 12.95% to $126,225, and market times decreased by 42 days.  The highest selling price decreased by 11.49% from June 2014.

Midtown Montgomery  June 2015   June 2014
Homes Sold 42 27
Average Selling Price $141,904 $204,063
Median Selling Price $126,225 $145,000
Days On The Market 145 187
Highest Selling Price $770,000 $870,000
Lowest Selling Price $1 $9,249

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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Midtown Montgomery Home For Sale: 2757 Fairmont Rd

Thursday, July 30, 2015
by The Hat Team

Midtown Montgomery Home For Sale:

2757 Fairmont Rd, Montgomery AL 36111
MLS# 319851

It’s All About the Space!

2757 fairmont rd

It's all about that SPACE, 'bout that SPACE! Versatile spaces allow for creative use of rooms (formal living room is used as a family-sized dining room, formal dining room as a sitting room.) Family time will be enjoyed in the over-sized den with cozy fireplace and wall of built-ins for books and collectibles. HUGE master bedroom is sure to please with its own lounging area which boasts a cozy fireplace, and opens to a cool screened porch. Relaxing is made easy on the spacious covered patio overlooking a shady back yard… perfect for summer cook-outs and parties. And on top of everything else… it’s in desirable Midtown Montgomery!

Marketed by Montgomery AL Real Estate Experts Sandra Nickel Hat Team.

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Midtown Montgomery Home For Sale: 1282 Glen Grattan

Thursday, July 30, 2015
by The Hat Team

Midtown Montgomery Home For Sale:

1282 Glen Grattan, Montgomery AL 36111
MLS# 319736

Wonderfully Spacious Edgewood Estate!

You will feel like you are finally "HOME" in this wonderfully spacious Edgewood estate in Midtown Montgomery. You certainly will not feel cramped inside or out, as there is more than enough square footage inside for your family to spread out, and plenty of entertaining and play space outdoors. The interior spaces flow generously from formal to casual. Well-proportioned Master bedroom and bath, as well as two other bedrooms with a jack-and-jill bath are located downstairs. Upstairs, there is a large bonus/media/play room and another big bedroom with private bath (could be 2nd Master!). Lovely private back yard boasts gardens, private patio areas and a covered loggia with an outdoor fireplace, making it a great outdoor living room even in the colder months. Big corner lot provides plenty of space and privacy from neighbors.

Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtors Sand Nickel Hat Team.

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Midtown Montgomery Home For Sale: 3319 Lexington Road

Thursday, July 30, 2015
by The Hat Team

Midtown Montgomery Home For Sale:

3319 Lexington Road, Montgomery AL 36106
MLS# 319782

Old House Lovers Dream!

3319 lexington rd

Old house lovers hurry to see this quaint very original 1930’s cottage in Midtown! Hardwood floors, arched openings, original double porcelain drain board sink are only a few of its charms. Butler’s pantry with original built-ins is to die for. Three good size bedrooms and two beautifully original baths will be just for your liking if you don't like period incorrect renovations. Screened-in porch at rear overlooks private back yard. Detached double garage for what ever you desire up to and including storing your rolling stock. This is truly a special home with unusual crazy brick pattern on exterior. Pull down stairs leads to a floored attic perfect for storage or future expansion. Call us or your favorite agent before someone else beats you to your dream home!

Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtors Sandra Nickel Hat Team!

 

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What's Stopping You?

Wednesday, July 29, 2015
by The Hat Team

The majority of tenants say they’d like to own a home but continue to pay rent and missing out on financial and emotional advantages. There seems to still be a lot of misinformation in the marketplace.

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There are a number of programs for low or no down payment options. Veterans can get into a home with no down payment or closing costs. In qualifying areas, USDA has zero down payment programs. FHA requires 3.5% down payment and there are conventional programs for as little as 3% and 5% down.

People with credit issues need expert opinions about their specific situation. Borrowers with bankruptcies or foreclosures may be eligible to purchase again after certain periods of time. There are short-term fixes for some types of credit problems. There is an extended list of individual issues that a skilled mortgage professional may be able to overcome.

Most tenants realize considerably lower cost of housing by owning once the appreciation, amortization and tax savings are considered. The savings in the first year alone could easily be more than the down payment required.

Plug in your own numbers in a Rent vs. Own to see what your real cost of housing may be. Contact us for a recommendation of a mortgage professional who can give you accurate information about your situation.

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Information courtesy of Montgomery AL Real Estate Experts The Sandra Nickel Hat Team.

 
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