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Montgomery AL Real Estate: What A Deal!

Saturday, April 12, 2014
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Real Estate: What A Deal!

1614 Limestone Ct, Montgomery AL 36117
MLS# 308517

1614 limestone ct

What a deal! This spacious Woodmere townhouse has an open floor plan and a great kitchen. Great location convenient to I-85, restaurants, and shopping. Easy lock and leave property with little upkeep.

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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: This One Will Steal Your Heart!

Saturday, April 12, 2014
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Home For Sale: This One Will Steal Your Heart!

1915 Norman Bridge Ct, Montgomery AL 36104
MLS# 308492

1915 Norman Bridge Ct

SUPER CUTE cottage on quiet cul-de-sac will steal your heart! All the character you expect in a Garden District home, freshly painted and nicely updated. And, the bonus is the large master addition with spacious bedroom, jetted tub and split vanities in bath, and walk-in closet. Cozy sunroom off living room will become your favorite hang-out space. Out back is a deck and shady back yard. Priced right, so come take a look!

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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 Real Estate: Bank’s Loss Is Your Gain!

Thursday, April 10, 2014
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Real Estate:

Bank’s Loss Is Your Gain!

3437 Cross Creek Dr, Montgomery AL 36116
MLS# 308411

3437 cross creek dr montgomery al

Bank's loss is your gain! The last Cross Creek house like this that sold went for $71,000 and you are guaranteed that seller will accept $62,000 on this one. Great shape and many extras like a computer room to keep your great room tidy. Don't miss out--put this one on your "must see" list today!

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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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6 Tips For a Quick Home Sale

Thursday, April 10, 2014
by The Hat Team

If you're looking to sell your Montgomery AL home in today’s real estate market, you have most likely already read numerous articles advising you to set a realistic price, pay attention to curb appeal, thoroughly clean and de-clutter, remove large pieces of furniture, repaint in neutral colors, remove personal mementos, and the like.  All of this information is valid and useful, but there are other, less-publicized ways to appeal to potential buyers.  Read on for some creative tips on how to generate interest and get the best price possible.

  1. house soldArrange for a pre-listing home inspection.  In addition to facilitating the sale of your home by reassuring potential buyers, an inspection helps you comply with full-disclosure real estate laws.  You can also have a termite inspection done.
     
  2. Use online venues and your personal networks to market your house.  Put an ad on Craigslist, use sites like Zillow.com or Trulia.com, get your own URL with the house’s address, promote the house through social media like Facebook and Twitter, and send out a copy of your listing to people on your email list.  Sometimes word of mouth is one of the best ways to market a house.
     
  3. Replace all brass fixtures.  Today’s buyers dislike this “cheap” look that may have been fashionable a couple of decades ago, but it has to go if it’s in your home today.  Switch out each light fixture, switch plate, door hinge, knob, and faucet with for ones with a modern oil-rubbed bronze or nickel finish.
     
  4. Add power outlets with USB ports in rooms that lack them, especially in the kitchen, bathrooms, and bedrooms where they’re most needed.  Also, find a place for a wireless router for use with the Internet and flat-screen TVs.
     
  5. Offer more unusual incentives.  Paying a buyer’s closing costs, taking care of HOA fees for the first year,  giving a “redecorating” credit, or providing a home warranty for a set time period have become almost expected perks, but you can consider landscaping services, personalized gift certificates (home supply store or a plant nursery, e.g.) or a flexible closing date.
     
  6. For equally effective, but more expensive buyer magnets, look into outfitting closets for extra storage (top contenders are an entry closet, a kitchen pantry, and a linen closet) or removing much-maligned “popcorn” ceilings.  Click here for DIY instructions or get estimates from a professional.

Selling this spring? Click here for Questions To Ask Before Listing!

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.

Interested in buying a bank-owned home? Get bank-owned listings alerts FREE!

You can reach Sandra by filling out the online contact form below or give her a call anytime.

 

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Montgomery AL Home For Sale: Pristine and Practically New!

Thursday, April 10, 2014
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Home For Sale:

Pristine and Practically New!

3910 Audubon Rd, Montgomery AL 36111
MLS# 308449

3910 Audubon Rd Montgomery AL

Practically new! This home is pristine and ready to move into. Hardwood floors have been refinished and fresh paint on walls, brand new kitchen, and new master bathroom with BIG walk in shower. Split plan puts master bedroom on one end of house and other two bedrooms opposite. Large fenced backyard has producing pecan tree and detached workshop. Don't miss this great buy in Druid Hills!

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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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You can reach Sandra by filling out the online contact form below or give her a call anytime.

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Montgomery AL Real Estate: Southern Charm and Grace!

Wednesday, April 9, 2014
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Real Estate:

Southern Charm and Grace!

42 E Fairview Ave, Montgomery AL 36105
MLS# 208428

Southern charm and grace best describe this South Hull Gem with space galore! Grand entry foyer with dentil molding and classic archways invite you towards large formal living and dining rooms. Steps away from the living room is a cozy den/study with wall of bookshelves and a warming fireplace. Don't miss the enclosed side porch-turned game room (a favorite spot for the kids and teens to hang out!) Large updated kitchen will be the family gathering place, and the sunroom/breakfast room will invite many hours of calm and relaxation. Large fenced yard is manageable, and has wonderful entertaining spots as well as detached parking and workshop/storage. This home even has a basement perfect for wine cellar or safe place for your family!

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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.

Interested in buying a bank-owned home? Get bank-owned listings alerts FREE!

You can reach Sandra by filling out the online contact form below or give her a call anytime.

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Montgomery AL Home For Sale: Guest Suite Offers Lots Of Privacy!

Tuesday, April 8, 2014
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Home For Sale: Guest Suite Offers Lots Of Privacy!

2212 Vaughn Lane, Montgomery AL 36106
MLS# 308331

Lots of privacy even for an extended family! If you have an elderly parent, adult child, or other relative all living under one roof, this property was MADE for you! Spacious design includes a true mother-in-law suite with living area (kitchenette), bedroom, and bath on one end of the house. It even has its own separate entry! Other areas include formal living and dining rooms, den/family room open to breakfast area and kitchen. Large master bedroom with 3 walk-in closets and split design features two vanity areas, garden tub, and separate shower. Another bedroom and bath reside on the first floor, and there is a guest suite and private bath on the second floor. AND, don't miss the HUGE attic area that could be several more rooms, a home theater, work-out area, man-cave, and, of course, awesome accessible storage! Corner lot affords much privacy.

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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.

Interested in buying a bank-owned home? Get bank-owned listings alerts FREE!

You can reach Sandra by filling out the online contact form below or give her a call anytime.

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Negotiating The Sale Of Your Montgomery Home

Friday, April 4, 2014
by The Hat Team

If you’re a seller of a Montgomery home you need to understand the complexities of negotiating. This is particularly true if you are attempting to sell your home by yourself. This is known as a “for sale by owner” or FSBO.

keysMost people understand that selling a home is complicated. But just about the least understood component of being a seller is the need to do a lot of negotiating. Even if you are working with a Realtor it is good to know what is going on, often behind the scenes. Why? So you have an appreciation of what the Realtor is doing for you.

Here are just a few of the types of negotiations you need to be ready to deal with…

  • The buyer’s agent whose sole responsibility it is to protect the best interest of the buyer, not yours.
  • The buyer who wants the best deal possible from you.
  • The home inspection company which is working for the buyer and almost always finds problems with the property for sale.
  • The termite company if there are challenges by the buyer.
  • The buyer’s lender if the structure of the financing requires the seller’s participation.
  • The appraiser if there is a question of value.
  • The title company if there are any challenges with permits, certificates of occupancy, or the survey.
  • The municipal government if there a problems with permits or certificate of occupancy.
  • The survey company if there any discrepancies or challenges.

Every one of the above participants in a real estate transaction has special interests and specialized knowledge about a different component in the sales process. Each one has to be negotiated with on some level to make sure the sale gets to closing smoothly.

It takes a lot of skill to understand everyone’s interests and how those interests fit into the bigger picture. Some of their interests and intertwined, and some are very specific to a given specialty. Some of the interests are very objective and others are very subjective and emotional.

In addition to all of that, your emotions as the seller tend to run high. It is extremely difficult to remain calm and objective when dealing with other people over the sale of your Montgomery home. That is because you are not just selling a house and a property…you are selling the home you and your family have lived in. It’s personal.

The primary message is to be very careful about making a decision to go the FSBO route and be very selective when deciding on a Realtor to be your agent of negotiation.

Ready to sell? Click here for the 7 Essential Steps to Selling Success!

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.

Interested in buying a bank-owned home? Get bank-owned listings alerts FREE!

You can reach Sandra by filling out the online contact form below or give her a call anytime.

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Looking for the Largest Deduction

Wednesday, April 2, 2014
by The Hat Team

IRS allows taxpayers the option to take the standard deduction or the itemized deduction.  The astute taxpayer will compare to see which one will result in the greatest deduction and the election can be made each year.

deductionsThe 2013 standard deduction for a married couple filing jointly is $12,200 and $6,100 for a single taxpayer.  It doesn’t require any proof of actual expense and has no requirement for home ownership.

Items that can be included on Schedule A for itemized deductions include: 

  • Certain taxes paid for state and local income tax, general sales tax, real estate property taxes, personal property taxes or other taxes paid
  • Qualified home mortgage interest, investment interest or possibly, mortgage insurance premiums
  • Charitable contributions
  • Casualty or theft losses
  • Medical and dental expenses that exceed 7.5% of adjusted gross income if born before 1/2/49 or 10% if born after 1/2/49
  • Job expenses and other miscellaneous deductions that exceed 2% of adjusted gross income

A non-homeowner taxpayer who has been taking the standard deduction needs to consider that it isn’t just the ability to deduct the mortgage interest and property taxes.

While the standard deduction might be the obvious choice for a non-homeowner, the combination of the mortgage interest and the property taxes plus other allowable deductions not recognized previously such as charitable contributions, now makes taking the itemized deductions significantly more advantageous.

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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.

Interested in buying a bank-owned home? Get bank-owned listings alerts FREE!

You can reach Sandra by filling out the online contact form below or give her a call anytime.

 

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Montgomery AL Home For Sale: Commanding View From the Front Porch!

Thursday, March 27, 2014
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Home For Sale: Commanding View From the Front Porch!

3174 Cloverdale Rd, Montgomery AL 36106
MLS# 308082

3174 cloverdale rd

Incredible location across from Cloverdale Lower Park!! Commanding view from front porch will be your favorite reason to come home if it's not the updated kitchen with granite counters, custom cabinets and lots of storage. Hardwoods refinished and a separate laundry will keep housework out of sight. Multi room storage building in rear of home will be perfect for all your clutter. This home is move in ready in one of the best locations historic Cloverdale has to offer at this amazing price. Please give us or your favorite agent a call to see today.

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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.

Interested in buying a bank-owned home? Get bank-owned listings alerts FREE!

You can reach Sandra by filling out the online contact form below or give her a call anytime.

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