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1247 Felder Ave: Charming Old Cloverdale Cottage with Stunning Renovations!

Friday, September 7, 2018
by The Hat Team

1247 Felder Ave Montgomery Al 36106

MLS# 439734

3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 1,810 sqft | College Park

Incredible renovation on charming Old Cloverdale cottage....New kitchen with white marble counters, new cabinets, soft close drawers, pot filler over farm sink, hard tile floors and the list goes on. Spacious open concept living , dining kitchen with gorgeous refinished hardwoods. Two good size bedrooms complemented with a totally renovated hall bath with soaking tub and separate shower... main sweet has incredible size closet and attached bath that will take your breath away. Perfect size house not too big to heat and cool economically .... Great room arrangement which flows well.. new patio off main bedroom and another off dining for entertaining...almost forgot it comes with its own white picket fence. hurry and see this great property before its gone.....give us or your favorite agent a call to see today.....thanks for showing...you will be glad you did.... 

 

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3046 Lebron Road: Duplex Investor Opportunity!

Thursday, September 6, 2018
by The Hat Team

3046 Lebron Road Montgomery Al 36106 

MLS# 436609

2 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom | 2 Unit Duplex | Cloverdale

Location... Location... location...Make money while you sleep. Handy man special!!! Bring your paint and hammer. This duplex needs some love, but is almost rent-able as is....Walk to all of the Cloverdale Hot Spots.... Call us or your favorite agent to see today. Sold as -is ... 

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3230 Wellington Rd: Wonderful large family home in popular Cloverdale Idlewild

Thursday, September 6, 2018
by The Hat Team

3230 Wellington Rd,  Montgomery, AL 36106

MLS# 439478

5 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | 2,507 sqft | Cloverdale

Wonderful large family home in popular Cloverdale Idlewild. This 5 bedroom 3 full bath home, has a lot to offer with great living spaces including a formal living room/dining room, a family room with vaulted ceiling and space off the kitchen for a breakfast room. And you can't beat the awesome front porch and shaded by mature trees. A lot of house for the neighborhood, check it out today. 

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Steps for Maintaining Your Historic Home

Wednesday, September 5, 2018
by The Hat Team

Historic homes are beautiful, and to keep them that way, it’s important to take steps to maintain their old-world charm.  Here are steps you can take to keep your old home properly protected and preserved:

KEEP UP WITH REGULAR MAINTENANCE - Routine maintenance like cleaning and painting (especially the exterior) are vital to minimizing issues that might mean costly repairs. It’s a good idea to develop a maintenance schedule and follow it as best you can.

LIMIT CHANGES - When repairs must be made, try to keep original details intact. For example, if some trim needs to replaced due to rot or infestation, only replace the parts that are damaged. This will save wood and money and help preserve the historic fabric of the house.  If you do have to replace something completely, take photos prior to removing anything so that it can be duplicated to retain the character of the home.

KEEP HISTORIC WINDOWS - If you have early twentieth century (or earlier) windows, you are going to want to keep them. They were made to be repaired, not replaced.  It is possible to make old windows more energy efficient.  Save Big Bucks by Restoring Your Old Windows & Making Them Energy Efficient

TAKE SPECIAL CARE WITH MASONRY -  While brick and masonry are long-lasting components, they will need maintenance and eventually, repairs.  Educate yourself about proper ways to care for and repair them.  Restoration Guide: Masonry and Brick Exteriors

EMBRACE THE QUIRKS - You don’t have to “fix” everything. You can repair and stabilize structural damage while keeping elements that show how your home has aged over the generations.

KEEP HISTORIC INTERIOR FEATURES - While you will surely want to update some aspects of your home, try to hang on to the charming features that make it unique. Things like transoms, paneled doors, moldings and such are features that make your home special.

KEEP PLASTER WALLS - Plaster is a remarkable material that is superior to modern day drywall.  In recent years, preservation contractors have discovered the Benefits of Preserving Plaster Walls. Damaged plaster walls can be repaired, and if necessary, only replace the damaged portions.

CHERISH THOSE OLD HARDWOOD FLOORS - Retaining the old floors in a historic house requires special care.  Be careful not to over-sand them, destroying the antique character in the process. Old floors were hand-planed, and hand-sanding is the best way to maintain their character.  Taking Care of Your Wood Floors

The most important step you can take to maintain your historic home is to educate yourself. Lots of information can be found online and there are Old House Specialists that can help you! Also be sure to check out these regulations for historic homes in Montgomery AL: Historic Designation and the Architectural Review Process

If you are interested in purchasing a historic home in Montgomery, AL let Sandra Nickel and her Hat Team of Professionals assist you with your search.  Call them today at 334-834-1500!

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Enjoy a Safe and Happy Labor Day Weekend!

Friday, August 31, 2018
by The Hat Team

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3000 Pinehill Road: Custom-built One Owner Home in Pinehaardt Estates

Thursday, August 30, 2018
by The Hat Team

3000 Pinehill Road, Montgomery, AL 36109

MLS# 439125

4 Bedrooms | 3.5 Bathrooms | 2,434 sqft | Pinehaardt Estates

Wonderful custom-built one owner home in Pinehaardt Estates. This large family home includes a formal living/dining room, kitchen with breakfast area, huge family room with gas log fireplace, four spacious bedrooms and three full bathrooms (one is a Jack and Jill, one is handicap accessible). There is a covered back porch and deck with access from family room and main bedroom, and an unusually tall attached double carport. Don't miss the extremely large daylight basement that has dry wall and plumbing that could be finished out for a home office, media room or just additional living space. Plentiful storage and workshop space is already set up, access is available from inside and outside the house. Conveniently located to Gunter and Downtown. Check it out today! 

 

3000 Pinehill Road, Montgomery, AL 36109
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3230 Wellington Road: Awesome Cloverdale Idlewild Home Boasting 5 Bedrooms

Thursday, August 30, 2018
by The Hat Team

3230 Wellington Road, Montgomery, AL 36106 

MLS# 439478

5 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | 2,507 sqft | Cloverdale Idlewild


Wonderful large family home in popular Cloverdale Idlewild. This 5 bedroom 3 full bath home, has a lot to offer with great living spaces including a formal living room/dining room, a family room with vaulted ceiling and space off the kitchen for a breakfast room. And you can't beat the awesome front porch and shaded by mature trees. A lot of house for the neighborhood, check it out today.

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Selling in the Fall is a Great Idea - Here’s Why!

Thursday, August 23, 2018
by The Hat Team

While summer is considered by many to be the hottest time for selling a house (both literally and figuratively), sometimes circumstances require you to sell during a different time of the year.  This fall might be exactly the right time to sell.  Homes are still in demand and there is a good chance you will find a buyer before the end of the year.   Here are some perks to selling in the fall:

- Buyers are seriously looking in the Fall. They want to get settled into a new house before the holiday season begins.  The pressure is on for them to find their new home quickly and this puts you (the seller) in the driver’s seat when it comes to negotiations.

- There is less competition in the fall. Many sellers need to close and move before school starts, so fewer houses are for sale.  With less to choose from, buyers can’t afford to be quite as picky.

- You will be dealing with different types of buyers.  Families often move in the summer to accommodate school schedules. Empty Nesters and Millennial Home Buyers are more likely to be looking in the fall. In addition, employers who need to relocate their workers often wait for fall to avoid the hot market during spring and summer.  A speedy closing is the goal of most of these buyers, which means you are more likely to get the best price possible for your house.

- Fall is pretty.  The weather is cooler; the leaves are changing colors and fall décor can make homes look and feel warm and cozy.  This is a great time of year to dress up your house to entice buyers.

So, if you have been thinking about putting your house on the market, don’t wait until spring.

Contact Sandra Nickel and her Hat Team of Professional Realtors at 334-834-1500 and get your house listed and sold this Fall!

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Happiness is: A Back-to-School Routine

Wednesday, August 15, 2018
by The Hat Team

With kids heading back to school, it can be challenging to transition from a summer schedule to a more demanding school year schedule.  Establishing a morning routine will help keep everyone organized.  Here are some tips for creating an effective routine for your family:

     Set a time for waking up on school mornings and stick to it.  Consistency is key.  By waking up at the same time every day you will develop a pattern of wakefulness and sleepiness each day.  It’s equally important to go to bed the same time every night, especially for young children who need 10 to 11 hours of sleep. Once you have determined what time your kids need to get up to get ready for school, you can then easily determine what time they need to go to bed. Child Sleep - Recommended Hours for Every Age

     Prepare for each day the evening before.  Make sure that school bags are packed up and placed in a designated spot to be picked up the next morning.  Have your children choose their outfits the night before as well. Plan for lunches if your children will be bringing them from home. Have them ready to grab and go. Get the day off to a good start by having everything organized and ready to go.

     Create a “to do” list for your children that includes everything they need to do before leaving for school. Brushing teeth, getting dressed, putting on shoes, eating breakfast etc.  You can find Free Printable Charts or you can have your children make their own.  Place it where you know they will see it first thing every day.

     Make sure you leave enough time for a healthy breakfast. Any breakfast is better than none, but try to avoid having sugary sweets for breakfast every day.  Your kids need fuel for their bodies and minds to be successful at school.  Ten Best Breakfasts to Feed Your Kids

     Leave the house with plenty of time to get to the bus stop (or school, if you are driving).  Arriving to school calmly and with time to spare sets a positive tone for the day.

Setting a consistent routine will make mornings more pleasant and the school day more successful!

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

Photo Credit: thebabysleepsite.com

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Retirement - A Time to Sell

Wednesday, August 8, 2018
by The Hat Team

With more and more Baby Boomers reaching retirement age, they will be asking themselves if they should sell their homes. This is a time in their lives to finally enjoy the fruits of their labor and the last thing many want is to have to take care of a large home or be tied down to a big mortgage. Today’s housing market has low inventory of starter and trade-up properties, meaning there are a lot of buyers out there competing for homes.  So, the question retirees need to ask themselves is, “should we sell now?”.  Consider these questions to find your answer:

  1. Will you be able to afford your home once you have retired?  It’s important to think long term about the monthly costs of staying in your home.  Even if you have paid off your mortgage, you will still be responsible for Property Taxes, insurance, HOA fees, and utilities.  Then there are home repair costs.  If you are living on a limited monthly income, an unexpected, costly home repair can be devastating. 
  2. How much Equity  do you have in your current home?  If you have a lot of equity built up in your current home, you can use that to purchase a retirement home and have little or no mortgage, freeing up your monthly income for other things. 
  3. Can you keep up with home maintenance? Maybe you are someone who enjoys yard work and other home maintenance tasks, but depending on your age and health, these chores can become more challenging with time.  A condo with an HOA fee might be the way to go so that you can enjoy your golden years with the peace of mind in knowing that you don’t have to do maintenance work yourself.
  4. Do you feel secure in your home?  Criminals prey on the elderly.  It’s a sad, but true fact.  Elderly homeowners are often targets for scams and break-ins.  Home security systems are helpful, but living somewhere that has 24-hour security, such as a manned gate-house and resident only access can provide you the security you need to be able to relax and enjoy retirement.
  5. Is your current home set up property for limited mobility?  As people age, getting around can get more challenging.  People are living longer, more active lives these days, but that doesn’t mean that you will always want to climb the stairs to your bedroom. And what if you must use a wheel chair at some point?  Are your doorways and hallways wide enough? Will you have easy access to a bathroom and shower?  Homes in retirement communities are built with these things in mind and often offer the best of both worlds…activities to keep you busy and entertained and accommodations for any physical needs you might have in the future.
  6. Is your current home in a convenient location?  There are many things to consider about location.  Are you close to a hospital and drug store?  Can you easily get to shopping and entertainment venues?  Are your grandchildren close by?  Maybe you are living in a fantastic school district, which was great when your kids were growing up, but doesn’t really serve you now.  If that’s the case, take advantage of the resale value that will give you and sell so that you can find a home that is more conveniently located for you.

If you are considering selling so that you can find your perfect forever home, contact Sandra Nickel, a Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES), and her Hat Team of professional Realtors and let them help you get your house on the market and sold for the best possible price. Call them today at 334-834-1500!

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