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Is There a Gulf Shores Housing Bubble Looming?

September 19, 2016 by Malcolm Bond

Among several housing-related stories making the news around here locally asks the question, Is there a Gulf Shores housing bubble in our future? Before we can attempt to answer the question, let’s define what is meant by a “housing bubble.” What exactly is a "Housing Bubble?" A “housing bubble” is an increase in housing prices fueled […]

DIY Update: Gulf Shores Home Improvement Ideas

September 16, 2016 by Malcolm Bond

When it comes to Gulf Shores home improvement ideas, the list of potential projects can get lengthy – and expensive. If you’re like most homeowners, you’re probably only interested in those improvements that won’t cost much money and that can pay for themselves or add to your home’s value. Usually, the key to keeping the […]

Gulf Shores Economy and Housing: Future Trends to Watch

September 13, 2016 by Malcolm Bond

The Gulf Shores economy and housing, of course, is a subset of the national economy and housing market. As such, it’s important to keep abreast of recent changes and future trends in the economy – and how they will ultimately affect the overall housing market. Let’s examine five areas of interest in the economy and what we […]

Avoid These 5 Gulf Shores Home Selling Mistakes

September 10, 2016 by Malcolm Bond

So, you entered the Gulf Shores home selling market. And, so far your house is still unsold. There could be several reasons your home hasn't sold yet. Perhaps the economy isn't right for your prospective purchaser. Maybe your home doesn't have enough curb appeal. Maybe it's just plain bad luck that the right buyer hasn't […]

Gulf Shores Flood Insurance: Could it Happen to You?

September 7, 2016 by Malcolm Bond

If you’re like most people, the only time you think about Gulf Shores flood insurance coverage is when a natural disaster occurs someplace else – to somebody else. While it’s only natural to have an “out of sight, out of mind” philosophy regarding your insurance coverage, recent events in Louisiana are enough to make us […]

Hidden Costs – A First-Time Gulf Shores Home Buying Tip

September 3, 2016 by Malcolm Bond

Here's an important Gulf Shores home buying tip. A home search can often be fraught with unexpected costs – not only for first-time buyers, but even for the most seasoned home purchasers. If you’re in the process of looking for your first home, there are a few things you should know to keep hidden or surprise costs […]