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Midtown Montgomery Real Estate Market Report for January 2014

by The Hat Team
Take a look at sales figures in our local real estate market for January 2014.
 

Midtown Montgomery real estate sales statistics for January 2014, show the number of homes sold increased by 9% when compared to January 2013. The average sales price increased by 56% to $ 179,337 for the month. The median sales prices increased by 46%, and market times increased by 18 days from January 2013.  The highest selling home price increased by 42%, and the lowest selling home price decreased by 28% from January 2013.

Midtown Montgomery  Jan 2014 Jan 2013
Homes Sold 23 21
Average Selling Price $ 179,337 $ 78,478
Median Selling Price $ 110,000 $ 59,000
Days On The Market 137 119
Highest Selling Price $ 640,000 $ 369,000
Lowest Selling Price $ 6,500 $ 9,000


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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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Information is provided by the Montgomery Area Association of Realtors and is deemed accurate but not guaranteed.

Montgomery AL Home For Sale:

1815 St Charles Ave, Montgomery AL 36107
MLS#307231

Great Architectural Features Add Character!


1815 st charles ave

Good layout and GREAT bones! This Capitol Heights charmer is waiting for a new owner to update and make it shine. Great architectural features and original stained doors and doorways have been left in-tact and add to the character of this gem.

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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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The Rate-Payment Relationship

by The Hat Team

A ½% increase in interest rate may not sound like much but it is roughly equivalent to a 5% increase in price.  It becomes obvious when you compare the payments.

rate-paymentIf you financed 100% of the cost of a $250,000 home at 4.5% interest for 30 years, the payment would be $1,266.71 per month.  If the mortgage rate went up to 5%, the payment would be $1,342.05.  If the home increased 5% in value, the $262,250 loan at the lower 4.5% rate would have payments of $1,330.05.

The two payments are close enough to justify the statement that a ½% change in interest is approximately equal to 5% change in price.

Each time interest rates go up, fewer people can qualify to buy a seller’s home.  The mortgage rules that went into effect this year require buyers to meet specific payment to income ratios.  As demand picks up for the seasonal market, most experts expect rates to increase.

Buyers will be doubly challenged in the current market because prices are rising (NAR reports 11% last year) along with the anticipated mortgage rates.  Buyers who wait will inevitably be paying more to live in the same home had they acted sooner.

Check out on how Interest Affects Price for a home in your price range.

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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: 6408 Chaprice Lane

by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Home For Sale:

6408 Chaprice Lane, Montgomery AL 36117
MLS# 307156

Carefree Living!!

6408 chaprice lane

Carefree living with access to Shakespeare Park! You will adore this well maintained garden home centrally located in Montgomery. Spacious great room has fireplace and open plan makes it feel larger than it really is. And, the split plan means owners have privacy from guests. Cozy side porch and patio make a great place to relax, and there is even covered parking! Very little yard to maintain, so this one truly is lock-it and leave-it!

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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.

Investing In Real Estate With Your IRA

by The Hat Team

You probably already know that you can invest your IRA money in stocks and bonds and even in mutual funds if you so desire, but did you know that you can also invest those IRA funds in Montgomery real estate?  Doing so, however, is a bit complicated, and IRS rules concerning such purchases must be followed to the letter. 

real estate investingUsually, when you take money out of an individual retirement account before you reach age 59 1/2, the IRS considers these premature distributions. In addition to owing any tax that might be due on the money, you'll face a 10 percent penalty charge on the amount.  This is not the case, however, when you use the money to buy your first investment property.  (Note: Technically, you don't have to be purchasing your very first home or building. You qualify under the tax rules as long as you, or your spouse, didn't own a principal residence at any time during the previous two years.)  You can use up to $10,000 in IRA funds toward this purchase. If you're married, and you and your spouse are both first-time buyers, you can each pull from retirement accounts, giving you $20,000 to use.

The restrictions are many (and perhaps time-consuming) and include the following:

  • You will need to find an IRS custodian who handles these investments (and the options are currently limited).  Generally banks and brokerage firms do not handle IRA distributions for real estate transactions.
  • Only the custodian may handle your IRS funds.
  • The type of property you buy must be for investment only and may not be used by you or by relatives. 
  • All proceeds from the investment will go back into your IRA fund.  Likewise, however, all expenses must be paid from that fund, so you must have enough liquidity in your IRA to cover such costs.
  • You must let the IRS know that you used the retirement money early for a tax-acceptable purpose by filing Form 5329.
  • You must use the IRA funds within 120 days of withdrawal to pay qualified acquisition costs. This includes the costs of buying, building or rebuilding a home, along with any usual settlement, financing or closing costs.

The above information applies only to traditional IRSs.  To learn about the procedure for an Roth IRA, click here.

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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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The BEST Home In Oak Forest!

by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Home For Sale:

105 Oak Forest Dr, Montgomery AL 36109
MLS# 306897

The BEST Home In Oak Forest!


105 oak forest dr

Probably the BEST home in Oak Forest/Dave Bradley! Immaculately maintained and updated, this 2 bedroom home feels like a three with enclosed bonus room off kitchen, currently used as main bedroom. Oozing with charm, the updated kitchen has a retro feel with plenty of cabinet space. The gem of this property is the covered outdoor living area out back overlooking above-ground swimming pool and private fenced yard (complete with garden area and sandbox!) There is even a basement for storage and workspace. Don't miss the views off the back of the house...feels like you are on a hill looking down through a valley. Call us today to view this special home.

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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.

 

Old House Charm!

by The Hat Team

Montgomery Multi-Family:

383 Felder Ave, Montgomery AL 36014
MLS# 307051

Old House Charm!

383 felder ave
Tenants love the old-house charm of these spacious apartments (total 2431 sq ft in 2 units, each with a bonus room as well). And you'll love the fact that they stay rented and at premium prices, too. Add central heat and air and you'll even be able to push them up even higher. Architectural shingle 35 year roof just over a year old, exterior totally rehabbed. And just a block or so to Pine Bar, True and all the action in Cloverdale Village, so hop on this one 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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Perfect For Small Business!

by The Hat Team

Montgomery Real Estate:

2114 Mt Meigs Rd, Montgomery AL 36107
MLS# 306903

Perfect For Small Business!

2114 mt meigs rd
Classic cottage in good condition is perfect for your office or small business. Great traffic and visibility, and close to downtown and Interstate. Plenty of parking on site with spaces in front and in rear.

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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.

 

Just Some Rouge and Lipstick Needed!

by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Home For Sale:

1912 Windsor Ave, Montgomery AL 36107
MLS# 306956

Just Some Rouge and Lipstick Needed!

1912 windsor ave


Good bones, just needs a little TLC and some fresh lipstick and rouge! Would make a great first time home or perfect investment property for years of income flow! Located in charming Capitol Heights.

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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.

 

Find a Better Return

by The Hat Team

A certificate of deposit will generate a cash flow based on the interest rate that it pays which is the only way it generates a return for the investor.

return on investmentAn investment in a stock that doesn’t pay dividends, would need to be worth more than you paid for it to earn a profit.  On the other hand, a stock that paid dividends could make the investor a profit even if it sold for the same price that he paid for it.

Investors can profit four different ways with an investment in rental real estate.

1. Cash flows that result from having a surplus after collecting the rent and paying the expenses.

2. Equity build-up results from a portion of each monthly payment reducing the unpaid balance.

3. Tax benefits can result from the depreciation allowed on the property and the preferential long-term capital gains tax rate.

4. Appreciation benefits the investor when the value of the property increases.

The most conservative investors in real estate make decisions to purchase a rental property based on its ability to generate a cash flow and reduce the mortgage through normal amortization.  If the property can offer an acceptable rate of return compared to other available investments, the tax benefits and possible appreciation become an added bonus.

With increased rents and low mortgage rates for investors, rental property can offer significantly higher returns than many of the available alternatives.  Contact me for more information- [email protected]; you may be amazed about what is available in the market.

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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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