In our Gulf Shores Real Estate News for July 2015: American Dream: Not What It Used to Be Owning a home is no longer the American dream it once was. The lingering effects of the Great Recession and housing bust have altered Gulf Shores homeownership – a change likely to ripple through the Gulf Shores housing […]
Gulf Shores Real Estate News – September 2014
In our Gulf Shores Real Estate News for September 2014: Gulf Shores Home Sales Outlook Stronger Economists are more optimistic about the outlook for Gulf Shores home sales over the next two years due to stronger job creation. The annual pace of existing home sales nationwide will likely rise to 5.25 million units in the […]
Steps For A Healthy Gulf Shores Home
During the winter months, people tend to spend more and more time indoors. It's important to pay attention to the air in your home, and know whether you have a healthy Gulf Shores home, or one that could be responsible for making you sick. There are several things that could be responsible for you not […]
Reasons Your Gulf Shores Home Isn’t Selling
Ever wonder why your Gulf Shores home isn't selling and others around you are snapped up in a matter of days from the time they go on the market? While a lot of it has to do with price and local inventory, a whole host of factors can combine to make a home sit and […]
Winning a Gulf Shores Home Bidding War
Gulf Shores home bidding wars have become increasingly common since the housing market turned around. Here are a few tips for buyers and sellers on handling multiple offer situations. Tips for Winning a Gulf Shores Home Bidding Battle Keep it Clean The cleaner the offer, the better. That means fewer contingencies or no contingencies. Cash […]
Gulf Shores Home Improvements That Don’t Really Add Value
Everyone who owns a Gulf Shores home must face routine maintenance, such as replacing worn-out plumbing components or staining a deck, but some choose to make improvements with the intention of increasing the home's value. Certain projects, such as adding a well thought-out family room – or other functional space – can be a wise […]
Rent or Buy a Gulf Shores Home?
With both Gulf Shores home prices still at attractive levels and interest rates at all-time lows, now may be the time to buy your dream home. The question renters are always asking is, "is it cheaper to own or to buy a Gulf Shores home?" Stacy Johnson looks at owning versus renting in this short […]
Is Your Gulf Shores Home Insured Against Meteorites?
If a Meteorite were to hit your Gulf Shores home, does your insurance cover that? It’s been an odd time lately for Earth and celestial objects. A 10-ton meteorite crashed into the earth and exploded near the Russian city of Chelyabinsk, injuring hundreds and causing widespread panic. Meanwhile, a 143,000-ton asteroid passed just 17,000 miles […]
Determining Average Cost of Gulf Shores Homeowner Insurance
Trying to determine what the average cost of Gulf Shores homeowner insurance might be can be tricky, and is also determined by a whole list of factors and circumstances. Learn about some of those factors that make up your insurance rates by watching this short video… Before you can make sure your Gulf Shores homeowner […]
Downsizing to a Smaller Gulf Shores Home Not Always Smart
Downsizing to a smaller Gulf Shores home is not always simple, painless, or smart. Financially, it may not be all that beneficial either. Selling a Gulf Shores Home in a Fragile Market Millions of Americans age 50 and older are looking around their spacious homes and are deciding they don’t need all that room anymore. […]