Jan 31 2011
Mobile Eastern Shore Real Estate For Sale:
180140 Quail Run, Fairhope AL 36532
MLS# 171958
This home is the best value in Grand Manor and is directly on the golf course. You will enjoy the beautiful views but with the privacy you desire. Make this home yours!! It is priced to sell.
Learn more about 180140 Quail Run and other Mobile Eastern Shore real estate for sale by visiting JudySells.com.
Jan 28 2011
A vital step in the home buying process is a professional appraisal of the Mobile Eastern Shore real estate you wish to purchase. An appraisal is an objective analysis of the property’s market value and is required by lenders to make certain that the property is worth at least as much as the amount of the loan you are requesting. Your personal approval is accomplished early in the loan process, but final commitment usually hinges on a satisfactory appraisal, and the lender will study the completed report carefully before determining whether or not the piece of real estate qualifies to serve as security for your loan.
Appraisers are experienced and knowledgeable professionals whom are licensed by the state to estimate real estate values. They must follow rules set forth in the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). Once the appraiser has determined the highest and best use of the Mobile Eastern Shore real estate, i.e., the most profitable utilization of the property, he/she will then go about estimating the home’s market value through the use of three basic approaches.
The Cost Approach
The Cost Approach: a set of procedures through which a value indication is derived by estimating the current cost to construct a reproduction of the existing structure, deducting the accrued depreciation and adding the estimated land value. The principle of substitution is the basis of the cost approach, in that no rational person will pay more for a property than the amount for which he can obtain, by purchase of a site and construction of a building, with undue delay, a property of equal desirability and utility. Appraisers typically make use of published cost figures when calculating the cost to construct a building. These sources of data are available online and in printed form. Land value is determined by a comparison of the subject site with other similar sites that have recently sold.
The Sales Comparison Analysis
While cost and income considerations are important, the Sales Comparison Analysis is regard as the industry standard for residential properties. Appraisers get to know the neighborhoods in which they work. To assure that any effects (positive or negative) of its location will be reflected in the sales comparison analysis, the appraiser should select comparable sales from within the same neighborhood whenever possible. If this is not possible, the appraiser may need to make “neighborhood” or “location” adjustments for any sales that are not subject to this same neighborhood characteristic.
Jan 24 2011
Mobile Eastern Shore Homes For Sale:
668 Washington Drive, Fairhope AL 36532
MLS# 169231
Located in a REAL neighborhood, this home offers an oversized and private lot. You will welcomed home by the wide front porch that is just perfect for a swing! There is even a great deck with a built in workshop. Outside you will notice the new roof and fresh exterior paint while inside you will enjoy the cozy rooms with so much charm. This home boasts both formal and informal living spaces, a nice kitchen with a breakfast bay along with great storage.
Learn more about 668 Washington Drive and other Mobile Eastern Shore homes for sale by visiting Judysells.com.
Jan 21 2011
Want to save energy, water, and money–and help Planet Earth at the same time? How? Go Green with these suggestions from Realtors, contractors, and environmental groups. Not only will you reap the benefits now, you will also gain monetarily when you sell your Mobile Eastern Shore home.
1. PLANT TREES AND SHRUBS; This is the top recommendation by realtors. Native trees, shrubs, and plants require less water (and thus less maintenance) than traditional plants, provide shade, and are relatively inexpensive. The addition of these items adds appeal to your yard and will attract home buyers who are willing to pay more for such enhancements.
2. REPLACE ALL AIR FILTERS on a regular basis to increase the efficiency of your heating/AC systems.
3. WEATHERSTRIP AND CAULK ALL DOORS AND WINDOWS: You would be quite surprised at the amount of heat and air that escapes from your Mobile Eastern Shore home on a daily basis–and at what that loss costs you each month!
4. INSTALL PROGRAMMABLE THERMOSTATS; Why pay for heating or air conditioning when you aren’t at home?
5. RETHINK YOUR PLUMBING: There are many green plumbing products on the market today, some of which will even earn you a tax credit. Green plumbing can include new layouts, low-flow toilets and shower heads, energy efficient and tankless hot water heaters, a hot water demand system, and solar hot water heating. Each of these features will save energy, water, and money and will produce fewer pollutants. Check with your water and power companies to see if they give rebates for making these improvements.
6. USE AUTO TURN OFF POWER STRIPS to reduce the amount of energy being used.
Jan 17 2011
Mobile Eastern Shore Real Estate For Sale:
10525 Couny Road 1, Fairhope AL 36532
MLS# 171390
Beautiful bayfront cottage with 75 feet of Mobile Bay frontage. This cottage features an open floor plan with large bedrooms. Outside you will find a wonderful screened porch and deck where you can enjoy the beautiful sunsets. All of this on a large ¾ acre bulkheaded lot.
Learn more about 10525 County Road 1 and other Mobile Eastern Shore real estate for sale by visiting JudySells.com.
Jan 14 2011
One of the most complex and significant events in people’s lives is the purchase or sale of their real estate–and most people turn to an agent to assist them in these transactions. Before you select a professional real estate agent, however, you should determine if he/she is qualified to handle your Mobile Eastern Shore real estate business, what he actually does, and how he is paid.
REQUIREMENTS: All real estate brokers and sales agents must be licensed by their state. Although the rules and regulations of individual states vary, most require educational courses, a written examination, and license renewal every 1 or 2 years. Usually between 30 and 90 hours of formal coursework are required in topics such as real estate principles, contracts, and 
ethics to ensure that the agent has a thorough knowledge of the fundamentals and legal aspects of the field. Many states also have a continuing education requirement. In addition, many agents are members of the National Association of Realtors, an organization designed to provide an exchange of ideas to improve the industry as needed in order to protect the consumer and provide quality service.
SERVICES PROVIDED: A good agent wears many hats and is knowledgeable about many aspects of real estate. An agent handling your Mobile Eastern Shore real estate business should:
QUALITIES TO LOOK FOR: You will want someone who:
Jan 10 2011
Mobile Eastern Shore Homes For Sale:
756 Washington Drive, Fairhope AL 36532
MLS# 171064
Welcome home to this completely renovated home on an amazing lot. The renovated kitchen boasts granite countertops, new appliance, and plank ceilings. New HVAC unit downstairs, new plumbing, new roof, new windows, new cultured marble showers and tub units, and new lighting fixtures throughout. There has been $65,000 worth of upgrades done on this house, under a 10 year warranty. Move in ready!!
Learn more about 756 Washington Drive and other Mobile Eastern Shore homes for sale by visiting JudySells.com.
Jan 03 2011
Mobile Eastern Shore Real Estate For Sale:
164 Clubhouse Circle, Fairhope AL 36532
MLS# 170928
Welcome home to this elegant home with fabulous views of the #17th fairway of Rock Creek golf course. This home boasts an oversized living room, formal dining room and a massive kitchen with a sitting area. The home has many built-ins for displaying your library or other treasures. There is a main level master with a separate office. Enjoy being able to control the audio, visual, lighting and other components of the home with the home control system, Creston system.
Learn more about 164 Clubhouse Circle and other Mobile Eastern Shore real estate for sale by visiting JudySells.com.
