The Judy Niemeyer Team Blog

In this confusing market, the decisions you make about your real estate investments are critical. On any given street, you will find homeowners going through short sales or foreclosures, as well as those reveling in the joy of a new home they bought at a substantial discount. You will also find people incredibly concerned with what to do next with their property.

That is why you need to go to lunch with your realtor. We’ve been studying the market every day throughout this drama. That’s how we make our living. We HAVE to know what is selling, who is buying, how to negotiate with a lender, when to hold and when to fold. Your property is unique, as is your financial situation. To make sound decisions about your real estate, you have to look at all the aspects of the market.

Our advice will come from several directions. We want to make sure selling or buying is your best option. For some of our clients, now is the time to get out and downsize. For others, we are negotiating upgrades. But for some we are saying, “sit tight and wait this out”. Until we sit down and look closely at your specific situation, it is all guesswork. So give is a call. Let’s have a discussion about where you are and where you want to be.

Happy Holidays from beautiful Fairhope, Alabama! I sincerely hope that your holiday has been memorable and that the upcoming New Year brings the best to you and your family.  Please be sure to check out my latest podcast at

http://www.talkrealty.com/judyniemeyer  This month’s edition covers the Mobile and Eastern Shore real estate market activity and then we’ll discuss how recent market activity and low interest rates are bringing stability to one of the best real estate markets in recent history! As always, I’m just a phone call away if you have questions concerning any of our properties; whether you’re considering buying, selling, or renting, our professional and knowledable team is ready to assist you. Best wishes for a safe and wonderful New Year!

Seasons Greetings to you and yours! Did you know that Santa is coming to Ashurst and Niemeyer?
I’d like to invite you to join us this Thursday, December 22 from 2 – 4 pm, be sure to bring your children, grandchildren and camera to capture that special moment with Jolly old St. Nick! They’ll be sweets for the little ones and lots of merriment for all!

From the Ashurst and Niemeyer family to yours, the Happiest of Holiday Seasons! Come join us this Thursday!

Did you get a chance to venture to downtown Fairhope last weekend? The Christmas parade was a festive success and the turnout was fantastic! There was also a meet-and-greet book signing with noted author Glen Beck, these two events meant standing room only in Fairhope’s French Quarter and surrounding areas. This week promises to be just as busy, starting on Thursday, December 8 at 2 pm with “Tea for Two” at the Fairhope Museum of History. This week’s featured speaker is Bobby Green of Green Nurseries, who tells about growing up 100% Fairhope, his nursery business and about being a nationally recognized Heritage Camellia specialist. A $2 donation is suggested, garden enthusiasts should not miss this one. Saturday, December 10 is “Fairhope Santa Saturday”; Santa will be in front of the Fairhope Welcome Center in downtown Fairhope from 10:00 – 12:00 pm. Children are welcome to visit and parents may bring their cameras to take pictures. Live entertainment will be provided; for more information, call 251-929-1466.
How does a true Farmhouse with fabulous lake views and rolling land privacy sound?
I’ve got just the home for you, with 4 beds, 5 baths and a half bath too! This rustic but formal home features heart pine floors, 5 fireplaces, gourmet kitchen with morning area, oversized front and back porches, even a gunite pool! Enjoy the breezes and marvel at the sunsets! Please call me for more details, this is a truly special and unforgettable home.

I hope that you and your family had a wonderful Thanksgiving! Perhaps you’ve shifted into “Christmas time” gear by now, decorated your tree and started your shopping. All that running around can leave even the most seasoned holiday elf frazzled so why not take some time to enjoy an ‘artistic weekend’ in Fairhope? Festivities get underway 6-8 p.m. Thursday with the ESAC Members’ Christmas Party and Reception of the Members’ Open Show. Make sure to find your “spot” downtown Friday night for the
Fairhope Magical Christmas Parade, which starts at 7 p.m. The fun continues from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, when the Art Center hosts Mobile Ballet Eastern Shore’s “Nutcracker Tea” with storytelling by Connie Cozart. Holiday beverages, treats and hors d’oeuvres will be served, but seating is limited. Tickets are $25 and available at the Art Center or by calling 928-2228 Ext. 107 or 626-8932. The weekend concludes with a special holiday recital featuring the Mobile Symphony String Quartet from 2 to 4 p.m. on December 4. Tickets are $15, call the Art Center at 928-2228 ext. 107 for more information. The magic of the Holiday Season is upon us, take time to enjoy everything that our lovely area has to offer!

I had the opportunity to visit one of our “near and dear” landmarks earlier today, the Marriott Grand Hotel in Point Clear, Alabama. Preparations were being made to welcome the holiday season; it seemed that everywhere, there were strands of bright twinkling lights being hung, festive decorations being unveiled and of course, the most magnificant Christmas tree that seemed to reach to the ceiling and beyond! While we won’t be having a white Christmas here in the Deep South, we can still enjoy the holiday season and all that comes with it. Wondering what to get that special someone for the holidays? How about our lovely home offered at 150 Clubhouse Drive? This wonderful house has just been reduced, all it needs is a new family to make it feel like home. Please contact me for more details or to schedule a private showing. All of my current listings can also be found right here on my website. Let’s not forget about Thanksgiving though! From our family to yours, here’s wishing you a blessed and abundant Thanksgiving Day. We are truly grateful for your past, present and future patronage!

The housing market is finally showing positive signs! The multiple listing service for Baldwin County reports that active listings from Spanish Fort to Point Clear are less than total sales since January 1, 2011. That’s great news! There are presently 926 active residential listings on the market but 956 homes have closed since January 1, 2011. BUYERS SHOULD BE READY TO BUY!

On a more personal note close to home, don’t forget the annual lighting of the trees this Thursday, November 17 in beautiful downtown Fairhope. If you’ve never been, grab the family and come join us! The best place to view this magnificent sight is close to the intersection of Fairhope Avenue and Section Street. Our mayor, Tim Kant, will turn off all lights in downtown Fairhope, giving everyone a sense of total darkness. Within minutes, the downtown trees are lit up with thousands of lights. The begins at 5:30 pm and the Lighting Ceremony begins at 6:00 pm sharp. There will be plenty of holiday music to get you in the Christmas spirit, courtesy of our many talented local school bands and Mrs. Claus will be on hand to assist the little ones with their Christmas lists that she will take back to the North Pole with her! It’s truly a special, magical time in our city of Fairhope, we hope that you’ll come join us for the festivities! Judy

Hello, and thanks for stopping by to read my blog. Please check back often, we’ll have alot to share with you. Enjoy this fabulous “first taste of Fall” weekend!

Have you ever chosen a paint color from one of those little paint chips only to get home and discover the newly painted wall in your Mobile Eastern Shore home doesn’t look anything like the paint chip? Frustrating isn’t it? Sherwin Williams has a great tool to eliminate that frustration!

The Sherwin-Williams Color Visualizer is an online color tool that allows you to choose the right colors for your Mobile Eastern Shore home. You can view how your room will look when painted with one of their 1,500 colors. Once you have found your perfect paint colors, you can print the color information and a coupon to bring to your local Sherwin-Williams paint store. You can choose from one of their sample scenes or upload your own photo!

View the Demo.

Launch the Color Visualizer.

Have fun brightening up your ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­Mobile Eastern Shore home!

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The Judy Niemeyer Team knows that selling or buying a Mobile Eastern Shore home is a major event in your life. It represents one of the largest single investments you may make in your lifetime. It is, therefore, our Goal to make this experience a seamless one. Whether buying Mobile Eastern Shore real estate or marketing Mobile Eastern Shore homes for sale, we will provide unparalleled professional, quality service and the most productive approach to achieving your goals.

You can contact Judy by email or by calling 251-990-0569.

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Mobile Eastern Shore Real Estate For Sale:

7374 Dairy Road, Fairhope AL 36532

MLS# 181141

True farmhouse with incredible views of the lake and fabulous rolling land that offers privacy.  This home boasts heart pine floors, five fireplaces, a main level master and a guest bedroom.  You will enjoy cooking in the gourmet kitchen with a morning area.  Enjoy your morning coffee on either the oversized front or back porch.  Outside you will find a gunite pool and guest house.  Feel the breezes and watch the sunrise across this beautiful property.

Learn more about 7374 Dairy Road and other Mobile Eastern Shore real estate for sale by visiting JudySells.com.

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