News and Advice Blog

Breaking Down the Language of Mortgages

What throws a lot of people, and especially first-time homebuyers, is the plethora of types of mortgages, each of which comes with its own set of pros and cons.

Going Green Part One

"...energy-efficiency is becoming a significant selling feature in both new and existing homes."

Rental Realities: Property Management to the Rescue

“Our job is to protect the property and our client,”

How much do you know about selling a house

So you think you’ve got this real estate stuff figured out. How hard can it be to sell a house in Alabama’s current market, where homes might receive multiple offers within 48 hours of listing?

What is my home worth?

That makes May one of the busiest months of the year for Realtors like Anita Latham, broker/owner of RE/MAX First Choice and appraisers like Tom Horn of Thomas C. Horn Real Estate Appraisal. Like their colleagues, Horn and Latham track area pricing trends year-round.

Ten things to consider before you FSBO

Let’s be honest. Realtors have pretty obvious reasons to discourage owners from DIY house sales. For Sale By Owner (FSBO) properties don’t yield commissions for sales agents.