2018-01-13 16:33
Are you thinking about selling your home this spring?Although our local market has been booming through the Winter, the big home buying season is closing in. The first day of Spring is… Read More
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2018-01-12 22:18
New Construction in Fairhope FallsFairhope Falls is one of the newest communities in Fairhope that is being built out by DR Horton. This is going to be a large planned community that i… Read More
2018-01-12 17:51
Competitive real estate markets are caused when inventory is low and there are more buyers than sellers. This is also called a “Seller’s Market”. If you’r… Read More
2018-01-10 15:46
Are you self-employed and thinking about buying a home? Check out this mortgage tip from Carmen Hill of Direct Mortgage Loans……“Molotov Cocktail for a Mortgage Loan… Read More
2018-01-07 01:36
Last week I posted about a mortgage lender (Carmen Hill) who I’m very excited about endorsing through livegulfshoreslocal.com, which is one of the largest real estate sites in the coun… Read More
2018-01-04 00:49
The holidays have passed and, yes, I took a few days off. Now, it’s time to go back to work! I am fortunate enough to be in the mix of some of the best Realtors in the coun… Read More
2017-12-31 16:24
Introducing: Carmen HillI’m excited to announce a new partnership with Carmen Hill of Direct Mortgage Loans. With over 24 years experience, Carmen is well-versed with every… Read More
2017-12-21 22:44
Hmmm, when was the last time you looked for a house in the newspaper? When was the last time you even saw an actual newspaper? For quite some time now the internet has been evolv… Read More
2017-12-21 19:24
With so much attention that is given to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, you may be surprised that Foley (which is located just north of the beach) has some of the lowest home prices in Baldwin… Read More
2017-12-19 21:40
Some of us remember the days of The Jetson’s, where your maid was a robot and all you had to do was speak into the air, wanting a glass of juice, and one would appear out of the floor… Read More
2017-12-19 00:21
Tip of the Week: Buyers, Don’t Get Too Friendly with the SellerThe vast majority of the time when I take clients out to look at properties the sellers won’t be home. On a r… Read More
2017-12-18 21:01
Welcome to the series, 9 Steps to Selling Your Home! As you’ll see in this series, there is a science and an art to selling a home effectively. What do I mean by effectivel… Read More
2017-12-18 20:13
Congratulations, you made it to the big day! All of the hard work that you’ve put in (emotionally, mentally, and physically) has paid off. You properly prepared your home… Read More
2017-12-18 14:58
You’ve gone through all of the steps to selling your home and now you’ve reached the most important phase of the process – working with your new buyer from contract to clos… Read More
2017-12-18 01:47
Welcome to Step 7 of the 9 steps to Selling Your Home. Check back for the rest of the series in the coming days.This is where you wanted to be! You spent a lot of time and effort… Read More
2017-12-17 18:14
Welcome to Step 6 of the 9 step Series on Selling Your Home. Check back for the rest of the steps in the next few days.The Process……If you priced your home right accordin… Read More
2017-12-14 21:32
Here’s Step 5 of the 9 part series on Selling Your Home. The remaining steps will be added in the next few days.Effective marketing is in play when your home’s listing is e… Read More
2017-12-14 18:49
Are you curious what high-end, luxury homes sold in Baldwin County last month? Our area has really been active in all price ranges in what is supposed to be an off season month but the… Read More
2017-12-13 22:16
Welcome to Step 4 of the 9 part series on Selling Your Home. Please come back to find the other steps added in the next few days.Wouldn’t it be nice if we could all just buy low… Read More
2017-12-13 16:40
Welcome to Step 3 of the 9 Step Series on Selling Your Home. The rest of the series will be finished in the next few days.So you’ve made the decision to sell and your home has be… Read More
2017-12-12 14:40
Welcome to Step 2 of the 9 step series on Selling Your Home. Please check back soon. The rest of the series will be uploaded over the next few days.So you’ve made the decis… Read More
2017-12-11 19:20
When most people think of a residence in Gulf Shores they think about large condo towers lining the beach. However, this article is going to talk about the best single family neighborh… Read More
2017-12-11 16:48
Tip of the Week: Depersonalize to Sell Your HomeStaging a home to sell has really become more popular in the last 10 years or so and one of the foundations of proper staging is to depersonal… Read More
2017-12-11 04:25
Welcome to Step 1 of a 9 step series on selling your home. Please check back over the next several days for the rest of the series.Are you trying to decide if you should sell your home… Read More
2017-12-09 19:38
For the last several years Foley has been going through an explosion in growth but yet home prices are still some of the lowest in Baldwin County. The reasons for the growth may be due… Read More
2017-12-08 22:25
Fairhope has been called quirky, beautiful, eclectic, affluent, and quaint but one thing is for sure, people love Fairhope. Located in basically the middle of Baldwin County, Fairhope… Read More
2017-12-08 17:57
Growth in Daphne has really blossomed over the last 10 years. Great schools, easy access to Interstate 10, low crime rate, and the availability of outdoor activities has made Daphne ri… Read More
2017-12-08 16:24
With only a little over 8,000 residents, Spanish Fort isn’t the largest but is one of the fastest growing cities in Baldwin County. For the Fall Season (Sept 1st – Nov 30th… Read More
2017-12-07 18:10
LiveGulfShoresLocal.com is rapidly growing and I was finding that the many real estate articles that I’ve written over the years were scattered all over the nearly 1,000 page site.&nbs&hell…Read More
2017-12-06 22:23
Home owners are becoming more and more aware of the benefits of having an energy efficient home. The bonus is that these upgrades can not only save you money now, but they can also inc… Read More
2017-12-06 16:33
Fairhope is a highly sought after city in Baldwin County mainly due to such highlights as its top-notch schools, natural beauty, and the quaint downtown area. Because of this, home pri… Read More
2017-12-06 01:56
What are the Home Values for Bellaton of Daphne AL?Updated 12/5/17Bellaton is one of Daphne’s most popular neighborhoods but you may already own here and find yourself in a position wh… Read More
2017-12-05 18:42
So you look out the window and notice that someone is putting a Sold sign in the front yard of a neighbors’ home that was just listed 2 weeks ago. Your eyes then pan over to the… Read More
2017-12-05 15:40
Your Lake Forest Realtor, Jeff Nelson, has prepared October’s real estate market report for Lake Forest of Daphne AL. Lake Forest is said to be the largest neighborhood in the st… Read More
2017-12-05 15:05
You’re Timbercreek Realtor, Jeff Nelson, has prepared your real estate market update for Timbercreek of Spanish Fort/Daphne. Timbercreek is well-known in the area for being a lar… Read More
2017-12-04 15:38
Tip of the Week: Use a Buyer’s AgentHave you just entered the real estate market and are looking to buy a home? This is a very exciting time and most of us are filled with antici… Read More
2017-12-01 19:38
Well, the holiday season is now in full swing but that doesn’t stop the real estate industry. You may be surprised that thousands of homes will close over the next 30 days and to… Read More
2017-11-30 23:14
The numbers are out! Below you will find the major cities and real estate markets in Baldwin County AL, including information on both, Sold and Active homes. You’ll see ave… Read More
2017-11-30 03:55
I know the title of this page is a little sarcastic but the bottom line is to “actually sell” your home. Most people make decisions in real estate for one of two reasons: t… Read More
2017-11-28 19:33
There really isn’t a formal age range for where the millennial starts and ends, however, most researchers and statisticians have the starting birth in the early 80′s and the endi… Read More
2017-11-27 17:37
Although you may think it’s not the most ideal time of year, having a willing and able buyer for your home may be on your wish list to Santa. Thinking about waiting until after t… Read More
2017-11-25 15:19
Checking your credit score can either be anticipated with great apprehension or become a badge of honor but nearly all of us need to have a decent score. These 3 little numbers can det… Read More
2017-11-21 21:06
Welcome to the series, 11 Steps to Buying a Home! The links below are filled with tips and things to consider to help make your home buying experience a better one. Buying a home… Read More
2017-11-21 17:09
Well, you’ve looked at dozens of homes online, visited several in person, found the one you love, and wrote an offer. It’s been about 5 weeks and now you’ve reached t… Read More
2017-11-21 15:33
All of the conditions of your contract have been met and you’re in the home stretch to closing on your new home but there’s one step left before the big day – the final wal… Read More
2017-11-21 14:28
It’s very easy to get so caught up with getting everything over to the lender, negotiating repairs with the seller, and, not to mention, packing that we may put off setting up all of o… Read More
2017-11-21 02:03
When we sit down to the write the offer for your new home, I’m going to cover all of the many contingencies and provisions of the real estate contract. There are some contingenci… Read More
2017-11-20 22:04
Buying a home is an exciting experience but although it may be tempting to start looking at homes right away there are a few things to put in place before making the big move. Here are… Read More
2017-11-20 18:00
Every home buyer is unique and has their own set of priorities when it comes to what they’re looking for in a mortgage. You have some that want to keep their monthly payments as… Read More
2017-11-19 15:36
So you and your Realtor have looked at several homes and now you have found “the one”. The next move is to actually put pen to paper and make an offer on the home. I… Read More
2017-11-18 02:44
Spanish Fort is not one of the biggest cities in Baldwin County but it’s definitely one of the fastest growing. Although there is a lot of demand for real estate in Spanish Fort… Read More
2017-11-17 20:48
House hunting is a lot of fun but it can be a little overwhelming as well. It can be overwhelming because you want to make the right choice and it’s not everyday that we make a d… Read More
2017-11-16 20:31
Once you have been pre-approved to find out what you can afford in a new home you have built the foundation for the next step – determining what you need to have and what would be nice… Read More
2017-11-16 16:48
Welcome to the third step in a 12 step series on buying a home. Please check back soon to read the rest of the series.Every year the National Association of Realtor puts out their Prof… Read More
2017-11-14 21:22
Here is Step 2 of the 12 Step Series on Buying a Home. Please check back later this week for the completion of the series.With all of the work that goes into buying a home, a Realtor i… Read More
2017-11-14 19:15
Welcome to the first post of a 12 step series on the process of buying a home. Over the next week or so I’ll finish the series and put it in a nice and neat package. So, if… Read More
2017-11-13 18:16
In our market we don’t have very many foreclosures but I do get asked a lot by clients, “Where can I find the best deal?”. Below you will find the areas in Daphne tha… Read More
2017-11-12 22:32
Timbercreek is one of the most sought after neighborhoods in Daphne and Spanish Fort. Both cities are included because the city line runs through part of the neighborhood. A… Read More
2017-11-10 19:38
The numbers are out! Below you will find the major cities and markets in Baldwin County AL, including average prices, homes sold, how many days on the market, average price per foot, an… Read More
2017-11-09 20:20
Although Daphne is the largest city on the Eastern Shore of Baldwin County, you still get the feeling of living in a small town. Despite the fact that Daphne is a city on the move and… Read More
2017-11-07 22:32
We’ve all heard the ole cliche, “location, location, location”, when it comes to holding or increasing value for your property. Not only can living in a great neighbo… Read More
2017-10-27 19:04
The growth in our area of Baldwin County is exploding. Just when you thought there wasn’t any more room, we’re seeing brand new condo towers erected in Gulf Shores and… Read More
2017-10-20 20:40
Properties For Sale Stats:Daphne Single Family HomesMedian list price – $250,000Average price per square foot – $113Average days on the market – 116Percentage of homes with… Read More
2017-10-20 18:31
You’re Timbercreek Realtor, Jeff Nelson, has prepared your real estate market update for Timbercreek of Spanish Fort/Daphne. Timbercreek is well-known in the area for being a lar… Read More
2017-10-19 20:51
I’m Jeff Nelson, your Daphne Realtor, with Bellator Real Estate.Sooner or later we all come to a point in our lives where we need to buy or sell a home (or both) and most people realiz… Read More
2017-10-19 18:27
Your Lake Forest Realtor, Jeff Nelson, has prepared October’s real estate market report for Lake Forest of Daphne AL. Lake Forest is said to be the largest neighborhood in the st… Read More
2017-10-17 20:25
Properties For Sale Stats:DaphneMedian list price – $269,000Average price per square foot – $116Average days on the market – 124Percentage of homes with a price decrease &n&hell…Read More
2017-10-17 18:54
First Things to Do When Moving Into Your New HomeAlthough buying a new home is usually pretty exciting, the thought of actually moving in can be a little daunting. Below you will find… Read More
2017-10-17 17:29
Our new 2018 Calendars are in! If you would like to have an attractive, one page calendar for your refrigerator or desk, I’ve provided a PDF version in the link below. You… Read More
2017-09-12 00:43
I am so proud to have been featured on the mega-realty site Placester that I’m sharing it here with you. Placester has over 400,000 customers (realtors) giving them a platform to… Read More
2017-08-19 21:07
Most of the time when we decide to sell our home it’s not a spontaneous decision. We often start thinking about it weeks, months, or even a year before we put a sign in the front yard… Read More
2017-08-19 19:28
Below you will find the list of various professionals that are used in a real estate transaction. These folks are experts in their fields and happy to serve you.
Carpet Cleaners
FreshSta… Read More
2017-08-18 18:30
Laguna Key of Gulf Shores
When you take Route 59 to Gulf Shores where it dead-ends at The Hangout then take a right and go all the way to the end, you will find Laguna Key. What a peaceful… Read More
2017-08-14 21:03
With so many great condo communities in Orange Beach, it’s easy to get lost when you’re considering buying one of these units for yourself. Below you will find a nice visual of… Read More
2017-08-14 16:07
With all the options that we have here on the Alabama Gulf coast there is no surprise why Orange Beach and Gulf Shores is so popular with folks who love the water. While there are millions… Read More
2017-08-10 20:39
Airports
Mobile Regional Airport(about 1 hour from Central Baldwin) – 251.633.4510US Airways – 800.428.4322Delta – 800.455.2720Continental Express – 800.864.8331Nort… Read More
2017-08-10 18:23
What are the most popular and best selling condo communities in Gulf Shores?
Glad you asked. Well, we are nearing the end of the summer at the beach and condo sales are continuing to surg… Read More
2017-08-09 18:14
Vehicle Registration
Includes cars, trucks, trailers, motorcycles, and motor homes. New Alabama residents must get their vehicles registered within 30 days of moving here. The state requi… Read More
2017-08-07 20:58
Properties For Sale Stats:
Daphne
Median list price – $274,900
Average price per square foot – $115
Average days on the market – 112
Percentage of homes with a price… Read More
2017-08-07 19:37
What are the home values for Churchill of Spanish Fort AL?
Churchill is a new subdivision but has rapidly become one of Spanish Fort’s fastest growing communities. Even though the ne… Read More
2017-08-04 21:42
So you’re ready to make the big move and it’s time to search for your next property. Almost everyone nowadays goes online, types in basic keywords pertaining to their search, a… Read More
2017-07-14 22:27
Are you thinking about selling your home or condo in Baldwin County?
I’ve created a 36 page pre-listing package that I give to all potential home sellers. This comprehensive guide w… Read More
2017-06-29 17:35
Below is a mortgage update from my business colleague, Phillip Barham of National Bank of Commerce. If you are thinking about buying a home or condo in Baldwin County, give him a call to g… Read More
2017-06-13 21:16
You’ve been thinking about a buying a new home or condo but are concerned about all of the costs. Well, you should be but owning a home is typically less costly than renting nowadays… Read More
2017-06-12 22:20
Yes, I know it sounds silly at first but but your home will need to be accessed in order for it to be sold. So why is there a need for this short article to even be written? Here’s… Read More
2017-06-12 21:06
Properties For Sale Stats:
Daphne
Median list price – $276,162
Average price per square foot – $116
Average days on the market – 124
Percentage of homes with a price… Read More
2017-06-11 02:32
Be sure to check out Baldwin County’s locally grown fruits and vegetables at farmer’s markets all across the county. In season from mid-June to mid-September are bell peppers, b… Read More
2017-06-07 17:49
Seafood Gumbo
Ingredients
1 cup vegetable oil1 cup all-purpose flour1 1/2 cups chopped onion1 cup chopped green bell pepper1 cup chopped red bell pepper1 cup chopped celery3 tablespoons mi… Read More
2017-05-05 23:58
You can read the full article here but here is a synopsis of how the tourism market is doing in Foley, Gulf Shores, and Orange Beach.
Highlights from Herb Malone, the president and CEO of… Read More
2017-05-05 23:39
Guacamole
Ingredients:
3 avocados, seeded and peeled1 lime, juiced1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon cumin1/2 teaspoon cayenne1/2 medium onion, diced1/2 jalapeno, seeded and minced2 Roma… Read More
2017-04-30 17:42
You may be a first-time home buyer or purchasing your 6th or 7th property. Either way, it’s important to learn or get re-acquainted with all of the aspects that go into buying… Read More
2017-04-28 21:21
Properties For Sale Stats:
Daphne
Median list price – $277,520
Average price per square foot – $114
Average days on the market – 131
Percentage of homes with a price… Read More
2017-04-27 02:42
So it’s Sunday afternoon, you and your spouse have been considering buying a new house, and you noticed an “Open House” sign in one of your favorite neighborhoods. You… Read More
2017-04-26 17:36
The Spanish Fort real estate market is relatively small compared to the other cities in Baldwin County. However, there were 88 single family homes that sold in the city this past winter… Read More
2017-04-24 20:38
Properties For Sale Stats:
Daphne
Median list price – $272,838
Average price per square foot – $114
Average days on the market – 133
Percentage of homes with a price… Read More
2017-04-20 17:46
Since home prices differ so greatly all over the country, this article focuses on pricing your home or condo in Baldwin County, including the cities of Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, Foley, Fai… Read More
2017-04-19 22:30
Concerning many ideas there are always two sides of the story, the other side of the coin, a matter of opinion, etc..etc….
The same thing goes when wondering whether a seller should… Read More
2017-04-19 19:11
With a total of 187 homes that have sold during the slowest season of the year, Daphne remains to be very active in the Baldwin County real estate marketplace.
All of the data below was ta… Read More
2017-04-05 21:19
Phoenix West – 23972 Perdido Beach Blvd Orange Beach, AL 36561
Phoenix West II – 23450 Perdido Beach Blvd Orange Beach, AL 36561
Phoenix West II, on the outside, seems to get a… Read More
2017-04-05 00:28
Chances are, if you have ever been to Gulf Shores or Orange Beach, you have been through Foley AL. Most people think that Foley is where you go to do all of your shopping, since the majori… Read More
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