Funny you ask. I get asked this question a lot and I have my own thoughts, but it’s nice to know that other professionals agree. In addition to experiencing the local Birmingham market from a first hand experience, I read a lot of market data to assist me in my real estate appraisal business. Local […]
What are the best indicators of a recovery for the real estate market?
March 2, 2012 By 2 Comments
In a recent article by the Alabama Center For Real Estate (ACRE) it was reported that January 2012 residential home sales in the state of Alabama were up 17.6% from a year ago (2011). This announcement followed up the news that 2011 saw an increase of 2% over 2010. Great news, right? Of course any […]
Happy Memorial Day and Past Week Round Up- Blog Posts Worth Repeating
May 30, 2011 By 2 Comments
Well, today is Memorial Day, a time when we give thanks to those that have served our country. I just wanted to say “Thank You” to all of those that have served in the past, are currently serving, and to those that have paid the ultimate price for freedom. If it were not for you, […]
HVCC One Year Later:Are We Better Off?
April 6, 2010 By 6 Comments
Well, its been almost one year since HVCC has been in effect (come May 1, 2010 it will be 1 year). The question everybody is asking is: Are we better off? From my own experience as an appraiser I have to say “No”. Since the HVCC was put into motion I have seen average appraisal […]
Why So Many Vacant Houses?
March 20, 2010 By 5 Comments
I say this as if I don’t know the answer. I think I know part of the answer. In the day to day business of an appraiser we have to look at lots of houses in the MLS, both closed sales and active listings. I would say that at least half of the ones I […]
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