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Montgomery AL Home for Sale: 1815 Highland Ave

Monday, January 5, 2015
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Home for Sale:

1815 Highland Ave, Montgomery AL 36107
MLS# 314247

Trouble Free Investment!

1815 highland ave
Old world charm including high ceilings, big rooms and huge windows that provide wonderful natural light. Up-to-date mechanicals for trouble-free ownership. Just-redone modern open concept interiors that will attract and retain quality tenants. Good ones already in place--management, too--so snag this investment now!

Marketed by Montgomery real estate experts Sandra Nickel Hat Team, REALTORS.

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ICE Can Save Lives

Monday, January 5, 2015
by The Hat Team

Everyone knows that ice can make a drink cool or reduce swelling, but if you put it on your cell phone, it might just save your life.

ICEThe concept is simple.  Make a contact record in your address book with the name “ICE”, which stands for In Case of Emergency.  In the note section of the record, you would list your name, blood type and medical conditions along with prescriptions and physicians.  You’d also list the people and their phone numbers that can be contacted in case of an emergency.

Several years ago, a British first responder came up with the idea when his emergency unit responded to a call where the victim was unable to communicate due to illness or trauma.  The victim’s wallet didn’t indicate specific persons to be notified in an emergency.  The fireman went through his cell phone to try to identify a relative and wasn’t successful.

That’s when he came up with the idea of a universal entry into the address book for ICE where the necessary parties and special information could be kept.  The story received a considerable amount of publicity and spread across the pond to the United States and into many other countries.

While it isn’t recognized everywhere, it is becoming increasingly more popular.  Even if emergency technicians didn’t find it, the slight possibility that they would find it and it would make a difference would justify the few minutes it will take to create it.  Click here to download a card to carry in your wallet or purse.

Information courtesy of Sandra Nickel Hat Team REALTORS.

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Montgomery AL Home for Sale: 3844 Dalraida Place

Monday, December 29, 2014
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Home for Sale:

3844 Dalraida Place, Montgomery AL 36109
MLS# 313493

Tip Top Condition!

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Workshop to die for!! Owner built with intention of staying forever, but new job has him moving to a new city! If Dalraida school district and move in ready are on your check list look no further! Beautiful real hardwood floors through-out! The kitchen in this home has been updated with granite counter-tops and tile backslash. Opening from kitchen to great room gives a very open feeling. Covered area for entertaining just off kitchen and great room. Fenced, level, and private rear yard for family, friends and pets. All in tip top condition by current picky owner, will leave little if anything for you to do except move in and start Living!! Please call us or your agent of choice to see this super clean well laid out home today!

Marketed by Montgomery Real Estate Expert Sandra Nickel Hat Team.

 

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Montgomery AL Home for Sale: 1204 Federal Drive

Friday, December 19, 2014
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Home for Sale:

1204 Federal Drive, Montgomery AL 36107
MLS# 313873

Located In Beautiful Montgomery Heights!

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This well maintained brick home sits on a large corner lot in beautiful Montgomery Heights. Traditional floor plan provides spacious living and dining rooms. Eat-in kitchen has a wonderful built-in banquette table/sitting area, and sports some really cool display shelving for collectibles. Third bedroom (between kitchen and hallway, often called a "swing" room) has original REAL knotty pine paneling, and has most recently been used as a den/TV room. Other bedrooms are well proportioned, and bathrooms are original but retro-cool! Nice patio out back overlooks huge pecan tree, and single carport is accessed off side street for convenience.

Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor Sandra Nickel, Sandra Nickel Hat Team.

 

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Seriously? I Want To Sell During the Holidays!

Thursday, December 18, 2014
by The Hat Team

If your home is currently on the market, you may be tempted to take it off during the busy December holiday season that is currently upon us.  I would suggest that you leave your home on the market regardless of what time of year it is and do your best to make sure that it shows better than any of the other houses out there for sale.  Selling your home during the holidays  doesn’t have to be overwhelming.  Here are a few tips for selling your home during the busiest time of the year!

  • christmas treeDecorate your home like you have never decorated it before to make it stand out above all the other homes that are for sale during the holiday season.  You may not feel like doing this because you are most likely ready to move out and get on with your life, but if you take the time to make your home look beautiful for the holidays, it is most likely going to get the attention of several buyers that might not otherwise take a second look at your home.  Be sure to have a few showings during the evenings if your Realtor will agree so that you can show off your awesome light display.
     
  • Have tea or hot cocoa waiting for your potential buyers when they walk through your door for a showing.  You may also want to have holiday music playing throughout your home as well.
     
  • Offer some sort of small gift if your potential buyer is willing to purchase your home during the holiday season.  You can make this gift as small or as elaborate as you wish and may want to gear it towards your buyer’s personality.  Your Realtor will be able to help you know what your buyer likes and what kind of incentive will get their attention. 
     
  • If anything in your home needs updating, you may want to go ahead and make these improvements,  However if you don’t have enough money in your pocket to take care of the holiday for your family and make the updates at the same time, you may want to take that into consideration when setting an asking price.  You don’t have to jump through hoops to sell your home, however you DO want to get the best price you possibly can, so weigh the pros and cons of going ahead and taking care of updating versus lowering your price and then figure out which one works best for you and your family. 

Don’t let the holidays overwhelm you and make you think that you can’t sell your home during this time of year.  There is no reason to take your home off the market in December.  All you need to do is bling out your home like a huge Christmas present and I am sure folks will take notice! 

Information courtesy of Montgomery AL Real Estate Experts, The Sandra Nickel Hat Team.

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Montgomery AL Foreclosure Trends for October 2014

Sunday, December 7, 2014
by The Hat Team

In October, the number of properties that received a foreclosure filing in Montgomery, AL was 16% higher than the previous month and 5% higher than the same time last year, according to RealtyTrac.com.

Montgomery AL Foreclosure Status Distribution

The current distribution of foreclosures based on the number of active foreclosure homes in Montgomery, AL.

Auctions accounted for 66.7% of foreclosure activity in October 2014 and Bank-owned properties accounted for 33.3%.

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Montgomery AL Foreclosure Activity by Month

The number of Bank-Owned properties increased 575.0% compared to the previous month and decreased 37.2% from the previous year in October. The number of Auctions decreased 18.2% compared to the previous month and increased 58.8% from the previous year.

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Montgomery AL Foreclosure Geographical Comparison

Montgomery AL foreclosure activity was 0.01% lower than national statistics, 0.01% higher than Alabama numbers and the same as Montgomery County statistics in October 2014.

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Are you or someone you know behind on mortgage payments and facing a Montgomery foreclosure? You do have options. A short sale may be the answer to saving you, your family and your home. I am a Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) with specialized training in helping families avoid foreclosure. Give me a call for a private consultation.

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Sandra Nickel and the Hat Team have distinguished themselves as leaders in the Montgomery AL real estate market. Sandra assists buyers looking for Montgomery real estate for sale and aggressively markets Montgomery AL homes for sale. Sandra is also an expert in helping families avoid foreclosure through short sales and is committed to helping families in financial hardship find options. For more information you can visit AvoidForeclosureMontgomery.com.

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Montgomery AL Home for Sale: 372 Forest Park Dr

Thursday, December 4, 2014
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Home for Sale:

372 Forest Park Dr, Montgomery AL 36109
MLS# 313632

Will Win Your Heart!

372 forest park dr


Lender's loss is your gain! If you can be patient, you can get an incredible buy on this short sale home in desirable Forest Hills. A real neighborhood school is among the many reasons folks just love the area. And good sized rooms and a nice kitchen will win your heart. Finally, the painted concrete floors in the living room are virtually kid and pet proof!

Marketed by Montgomery Real Estate Expert Sandra Nickel, Sandra Nickel Hat Team!

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Montgomery AL Home for Sale: 125 Brantwood

Thursday, December 4, 2014
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Home for Sale:

125 Brantwood, Montgomery AL 36109
MLS# 313666

Check out this GREAT BUY!

125 brantwood
You won't believe the space in this well maintained and updated Morningview charmer! Large living and dining rooms with gorgeous hardwood floors will hold the bulkiest of furniture, and provide lots of space for entertaining. Kitchen will accommodate two cooks, and the sun room off the kitchen is a bright cheery place that can be a breakfast area, keeping room, and another den/activity room. Great 3rd bedroom off kitchen currently used as an office/study, and features classic real paneled walls for that true "lodge" feel. And, the other two bedrooms are spacious and have ample closet space. Master bathroom is an addition with updates, and the hall/guest bath is original and pristine! Large fenced back yard is great for pets, and the one car garage is connected to the house via a real breezeway (no more getting wet bringing in the groceries!) Check out this GREAT BUY...you will be glad you did!

Marketed by Montgomery Realtor Sandra Nickel, Sandra Nickel Hat Team.

 

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Verify With Your Lender

Wednesday, November 26, 2014
by The Hat Team

If you have a mortgage with an escrow account to pay your property taxes and insurance, you expect the company servicing your loan to pay this year’s taxes this year so that you can deduct them on your 2014 income tax return.  property taxAfter all, your monthly payment includes 1/12 the annual amount so there will be money available for them to be paid on time.

IRS requires that expenses must actually be paid in the year that a deduction is to be taken.

The predicament occurs when you’ve made your payments but the mortgage company didn’t pay the taxing authority in the tax year they were due.  If they paid your 2014 taxes in January of 2015, they wouldn’t be deductible for you until you file your 2015 income tax return.

Verify with your lender after you make the December payment that they did indeed pay your property taxes.  The question for your lender’s customer service is: "Have you or will you pay the 2014 property taxes this year so I’m eligible to deduct them on my 2014 income tax return?”

Information courtesy of Montgomery AL Realtor Sandra Nickel, Sandra Nickel Hat Team Realtors.

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Montgomery AL Home for Sale: 104 N Capitol Pkwy

Tuesday, November 18, 2014
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Home for Sale:

104 N Capitol Pkwy, Montgomery AL 36107
MLS# 313484

Not ‘Grandma’s House Anymore!

104 n capitol pkwy

This charming Capitol Heights 1920's bungalow has undergone a facelift and total renovation. No longer "grandma's house" it is now sparkling new with a bright, open feel. Large rooms and great flow will make entertaining and living a breeze. BRAND new master bath will make you feel like you are in new construction, while the charm and character of a vintage home remain. Nothing to do here move in and start enjoying home ownership, minutes from the happening Downtown Market and entertaining Districts!

Marketed by Sandra Nickle Hat Team REALTORS, Montgomery Alabama.

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