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The Gulf Shores Economy: Saving vs Spending

December 6, 2015 by Malcolm Bond

Recent statistics show Americans are saving faster than they are spending. The shift in consumer spending habits in the Gulf Shores economy began during the most recent recession. The trend looks like it will continue heading into the holiday shopping season and beyond. The Frugal Gulf Shores Economy Americans saved over $40 billion in October alone. The […]

Gulf Shores Home Improvements: No Regrets?

December 4, 2015 by Malcolm Bond

Statistics show nearly 75% of homeowners took on do-it-yourself (DIY) Gulf Shores home improvements in the past three years. According to a recent survey from Zillow Digs, 40% of them regretted that decision. It’s an age-old question: Should you hire a professional remodeler or do a project yourself? Getting the job done right the first time by somebody who knows how to do […]

Gulf Shores Housing: Rent on the Rise

December 2, 2015 by Malcolm Bond

Rent increases seem to be the norm rather than the exception in the Gulf Shores housing market. While increases affect renters at all income levels, those near the bottom are being hardest hit. Rent Inflation Affects Gulf Shores Housing Higher rents are having a greater impact on the lower-cost housing units than on the higher-cost units say […]

Gulf Shores Home Buying in December

November 30, 2015 by Malcolm Bond

When you think about "shopping" in December, it's normally in retail stores, not the Gulf Shores home buying market. However, the month of December could be a great time to shop for a new home. This may be especially true for potential buyers who may have been outbid during the more active home buying months. […]

Gulf Shores Real Estate Myths

November 28, 2015 by Malcolm Bond

If the Gulf Shores real estate market isn't confusing enough at times, many people have misconceptions that make it even more so. Often these myths dissuade others from entering the home buying or home selling maze. Don't believe everything you hear. Here are a few popular real estate myths. Gulf Shores Real Estate – Misconceptions Myth: With […]

Gulf Shores Home Improvements Include Painting

November 24, 2015 by Malcolm Bond

If you’re a homeowner, you probably already know that a remodeler’s best friend is paint. Painting is relatively easy, it’s cheap and it can make a big difference in the appearance of your home. Therefore, it should be at the top of your Gulf Shores home improvements checklist. Here are a few tips and tricks […]