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Halloween Safety Revisited

Birmingham Alabama Real Estate, Stephen Wolfe (LivingInBirmingham.com) — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:57:51 -0500

We published this article a couple of years ago, but thought it was worth revisiting. Halloween can be a fun time for all of us with families, but like all else. We need to make sure we are doing the things to make sure it is safe and fun. I found this website, Halloween Safety Guide, while doing some searches on Halloween Safety and thought it would be a benefit to us all. On the site t hey outlined safety tips for kids, parents, pets, parties, costumes, and yard haunts. Some of the tips they gave were:

"Teaching your kids basic everyday safety such as not getting into cars or talking to strangers, watching both ways before crossing streets and crossing when the lights tell you to, will help make them safer when they are out Trick or Treating."
"The best bet is to make sure that an adult is going with them. If you can't take them, see if another parent or a teen aged sibling can go along."
"To keep things moving for either an adult party or child's party, make sure that you have some games, like a scavenger hunt or a murder mystery planned in advance."
"Instruct your children not to eat any treats until they bring them home to be examined by you."
"When building your haunt, make sure that the walk ways are far enough away from things so that people can't trip over them or hurt themselves. This also is good for you, this means that your visitors won't be able to ruin your props and sets. Some people just have to vandalize at this time of year and ruin it for others."
"If you are going to dress your pet in a costume, keep in mind that unless the dog or cat is extremely receptive to this kind of thing, you could be causing it discomfort and stress. Some animals don't mind at all but others do not want to be bothered with this kind of thing. They'll be under enough stress with the festivities going on outside and people at the door constantly so don't cause them any more nervousness then you have to. You may love to dress in costume but then, you aren't a dog or a cat."

These were just some of the tips they listed. It would be a good idea for anyone participating to check out all the lists themselves! It is Halloween Safety Guide. Let's make sure our memories are a treat and not a haunting and frightening remembrance!

See the others in the series!

The Preserve, Hoover AL Real Estate Market Statistics First Quarter 2008

Birmingham Alabama Real Estate, Stephen Wolfe (LivingInBirmingham.com) — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 21:57:06 -0500

Here is how the First quarter looked for Birmingham Alabama Real Estate. As we have always stated that as a homeowner, potential resident, potential seller, or as a real estate consultant, we think it is always important to know the stats about what is happening with Hoover AL Real Estate. For this report we wanted to focus in on The Preserve Real Estate in Hoover, Alabama.

Third QuarterThFirst quarter 2008 Listed Properties

For the First quarter there were 26 Newly Listed The Preserve Homes for Sale. The Average Price was $559,900 and The Median Price was $555,279.

First Quarter 2008 Sold Properties

For the First quarter there was 1 Sold homes in The Preserve AL Real Estate in Hoover, Alabama. The Average Price was $551,549. The Median Price was $551,549 with 0 Average Days on Market, at 100% of list price.

Currently active as of 7/1/08

Currently there are 34 Active The Preserve Homes for Sale with an Average Price of $594,135. The Median Price is $579,900 with 68 Average Days on Market.

If you would like to be contacted as soon as Hoover homes for sale become available in the Hoover area just let us know. To view our Hoover AL Real Estate and Community Tour go to the www.HooverRealEstateChannel.com. For more information about the Hoover Community you can also go to the Hoover Chamber of Commerce.If you would like to be contacted as soon as The Preserve homes for sale become available just let us know, or to get up to date market information go to www.PreserveHomePrices.com

*Note these Birmingham Alabama Real Estate stats are accurate as of 7/08 according to the Birmingham MLS. They are subject to change as agents submit listed and sold properties into the MLS.

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Business Cards

Birmingham Alabama Real Estate, Stephen Wolfe (LivingInBirmingham.com) — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 13:43:52 -0500

I was thinking the other day about business cards and all the different ways we view them. You see, I was basically chastised by a number of real estate agents the other day because my card didn't "fit the mold" of what a Real estate Agent Card should be... in their opinion.

I was told it should be in color, be branded, and have my handsome face on it. (No, really, they said handsome... ok, no they didn't I just added that for an ego boost.)

So how should our cards look?

How do people really view them?

What's really the point of our business cards?

What should be included on our business card?

There are so many questions! But, what is the answer?

My brother sent me this video the other day and I think it might sum up how we are with our cards.

Yes, I know I am making fun of our profession (just a little) but sometimes we just take ourselves and our cards WAY to seriously!

Don't forget... I have made fun of us before: Real Estate Agents and Thier Cars: What Should We Drive?

Brook Highland, Hoover AL Real Estate Market Statistics First Quarter 2008

Birmingham Alabama Real Estate, Stephen Wolfe (LivingInBirmingham.com) — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 15:41:30 -0500

Here is how the first quarter looked for Birmingham Alabama Real Estate. As we have always stated that as a homeowner, potential resident, potential seller, or as a real estate consultant, we think it is always important to know the stats about what is happening with Hoover AL Real Estate. For this report we wanted to focus in on Brook Highland Real Estate in Hoover, Alabama.

First Quarter 2008 Listed Properties

For the first quarter there were 43Newly Listed Homes for Sale. The Average Price was $371,671 and The Median Price was $352,200.

First Quarter 2008 Sold Properties

For the first quarter there were 17 Sold homes in Brook Highland AL Real Estate in Hoover, Alabama. The Average Price was $385,350. The Median Price was $352,500 with 75 Average Days on Market, at 96% of list price.

Currently active as of 7/23/08

Currently there are 56 Active Homes for Sale in Brook Highland with an Average Price of $373,274. The Median Price is $369,900 with 96 Average Days on Market.

If you would like to be contacted as soon as Hoover homes for sale become available in the Hoover area just let us know. To view our Hoover AL Real Estate and Community Tour go to the www.HooverRealEstateChannel.com. For more information about the Hoover Community you can also go to the Hoover Chamber of Commerce.If you would like to be contacted as soon as Brook Highland homes for sale become available just let us know, or to get up to date market information go to www.BrookHighlandHomePrices.com

*Note these Birmingham Alabama Real Estate stats are accurate as of 6/08 according to the Birmingham MLS. They are subject to change as agents submit listed and sold properties into the MLS

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strong negotiating skills to get your home sold quickly for the most money even in this real estate market,
a strong internet marketing plan like our Smart Home Selling Plan. In fact, we may already have a buyer for your property because we understand that over 84% of home buyers today are finding their next house on the internet which is why when you use our plan we make sure they are seeing your home first and we also have a
deep understanding of what's really happening with home values in your real estate market ( Birmingham Real Estate Market Reports by area).

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Brook Highland, Hoover AL Real Estate Market Statistics Second Quarter 2008

Birmingham Alabama Real Estate, Stephen Wolfe (LivingInBirmingham.com) — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 15:41:40 -0500

Second Quarter 2008 Listed Properties

For the second quarter there were 37 Newly Listed Homes for Sale. The Average Price was $355,097 and The Median Price was $319,900.

Second Quarter 2008 Sold Properties

For the second quarter there were 12 Sold homes in Brook Highland AL Real Estate in Hoover, Alabama. The Average Price was $398,270. The Median Price was $330,775 with 72 Average Days on Market, at 95% of list price.

Currently active as of 7/23/08

Currently there are 56 Active Homes for Sale in Brook Highland with an Average Price of $373,274. The Median Price is $369,900 with 96 Average Days on Market.

If you would like to be contacted as soon as Hoover homes for sale become available in the Hoover area just let us know. To view our Hoover AL Real Estate and Community Tour go to the www.HooverRealEstateChannel.com. For more information about the Hoover Community you can also go to the Hoover Chamber of Commerce.If you would like to be contacted as soon as Brook Highland homes for sale become available just let us know, or to get up to date market information go to www.BrookHighlandHomePrices.com

*Note these Birmingham Alabama Real Estate stats are accurate as of 7/08 according to the Birmingham MLS. They are subject to change as agents submit listed and sold properties into the MLS

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Specializing in Selling Birmingham AL Homes

Experience shows that to sell a home in Birmingham AL today requires more than just putting a sign in the yard or putting the property information in the MLS.

Successful home sellers have found they need the advice of skilled Real Estate counsultants like us, who have:

strong negotiating skills to get your home sold quickly for the most money even in this real estate market,
a strong internet marketing plan like our Smart Home Selling Plan. In fact, we may already have a buyer for your property because we understand that over 84% of home buyers today are finding their next house on the internet which is why when you use our plan we make sure they are seeing your home first and we also have a
deep understanding of what's really happening with home values in your real estate market ( Birmingham Real Estate Market Reports by area).

Call me today at - 205-383-3358.

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Old Cahaba, Helena Alabama Real Estate: June Market Statistics 2008

Birmingham Alabama Real Estate, Stephen Wolfe (LivingInBirmingham.com) — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 21:57:27 -0500

We are well underway with 2008, and time to continue our look at the year of market statistics for Birmingham AL Real Estate. As we have always stated that as a homeowner, potential resident, potential seller, or as a real estate consultant, we think it is always important to know the stats about what is happening with Helena AL Real Estate. For this report we wanted to focus in on Old Cahaba Real Estate in Helena, Alabama.

Third QuarterThJune 2008 Listed Properties

For the month of June there were 12 Newly Listed Old Cahaba Homes for Sale. The Average Price was $192,488. The Median Price was $195500.

June 2008 Sold Properties

For the month of June there were 11 Sold homes in Old Cahaba AL Real Estate in Helena, Alabama. The Average Price was $206,059. The Median Price was $200000 with 69 Average Days on Market, at 97% of list price.

Currently active as of 6/8/2008

Currently there are 58 Active Old Cahaba Homes for Sale with an Average Price of $198,602. The Median Price is $189900 with 101 Average Days on Market.

If you would like to be contacted as soon as homes become available in the Helena area just let us know. To view our area Real Estate and Community Tour go to www.HelenaRealEstateChannel.com. For more information about the Helena Community you can also go to the Helena Chamber of Commerce.

*Note these Birmingham AL Real Estate stats are accurate as of 7/08 according to the Birmingham MLS. They are subject to change as agents submit listed and sold properties into the MLS.

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Experience shows that to sell a home in Birmingham AL today requires more than just putting a sign in the yard or putting the property information in the MLS.

Successful home sellers have found they need the advice of skilled Real Estate counsultants like us, who have:

strong negotiating skills to get your home sold quickly for the most money even in this real estate market,
a strong internet marketing plan like our Smart Home Selling Plan. In fact, we may already have a buyer for your property because we understand that over 84% of home buyers today are finding their next house on the internet which is why when you use our plan we make sure they are seeing your home first and we also have a
deep understanding of what's really happening with home values in your real estate market ( Birmingham Real Estate Market Reports by area).

Call me today at - 205-383-3358.

Stephen Wolfe - Birmingham Alabama Realtor

Carrington Lakes, Trussville Alabama Real Estate Market Statistics June 2008

Birmingham Alabama Real Estate, Stephen Wolfe (LivingInBirmingham.com) — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 21:57:59 -0500

We are well underway with 2008, and time to continue our look at the year of market statistics for Birmingham AL Real Estate. As we have always stated that as a homeowner, potential resident, potential seller, or as a real estate consultant, we think it is always important to know the stats about what is happening with Trussville AL Real Estate. For this report we wanted to focus in on Carrington Lakes Real Estate in Trussville, Alabama.

Third QuarterThJune 2008 Listed Properties

For the month of June there were 12 Newly Listed Carrington Lakes Homes for Sale. The Average Price was $340,000. The Median Price was $300,000.

June 2008 Sold Properties

For the month of June there were 5 Sold homes in Carrington Lakes AL Real Estate in Trussville, Alabama. The Average Price was $254,200. The Median Price was $229,000 with 333 Average Days on Market, at 96% of list price.

Currently active as of 6/8/08

Currently there are 77 Active Carrington Lakes Homes for Sale with an Average Price of $339,438. The Median Price is $318,900 with 237 Average Days on Market.

If you would like to be contacted as soon as Trussville AL Homes for Sale become available in the Trussville area just let us know. To view our Trussville AL Real Estate and Community Tour go to the www.TrussvilleRealEstateChannel.com. For more information about the Trussville Community you can also go to the Trussville Chamber of Commerce

If you would like to be contacted as soon as Carrington Lakes homes for sale become available just let us know, or to get up to date market information go to www.CarringtonLakesHousePrices.com. To view our Carrington Lakes Real Estate and Community Tour go to the Carrington Lakes Real Estate and Community Tour.

*Note these Birmingham AL Real Estate stats are accurate as of 7/08 according to the Birmingham MLS. They are subject to change as agents submit listed and sold properties into the MLS.

Looking to Buy Birmingham Alabama Real Estate?

Specializing in Selling Birmingham AL Homes

Experience shows that to sell a home in Birmingham AL today requires more than just putting a sign in the yard or putting the property information in the MLS.

Successful home sellers have found they need the advice of skilled Real Estate counsultants like us, who have:

strong negotiating skills to get your home sold quickly for the most money even in this real estate market,
a strong internet marketing plan like our Smart Home Selling Plan. In fact, we may already have a buyer for your property because we understand that over 84% of home buyers today are finding their next house on the internet which is why when you use our plan we make sure they are seeing your home first and we also have a
deep understanding of what's really happening with home values in your real estate market ( Birmingham Real Estate Market Reports by area).

Call me today at - 205-383-3358.

Stephen Wolfe - Birmingham Alabama Realtor

Crestline, Mountain Brook AL Real Estate Market Statistics First Quarter 2008

Birmingham Alabama Real Estate, Stephen Wolfe (LivingInBirmingham.com) — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 21:58:31 -0500

We are well underway with 2008, and time to continue our look at the year of market statistics for Birmingham AL Real Estate. As we have always stated that as a homeowner, potential resident, potential seller, or as a real estate consultant, we think it is always important to know the stats about what is happening with Mountain Brook AL Real Estate. For this report we wanted to focus in on Crestline Real Estate in Mountain Brook, Alabama.

Third QuarterThFirst QuFirst Quarter 2008 Listed Properties

For the First Quarter there were 32 Newly Listed Crestline Homes for Sale. The Average Price was $631,884. The Median Price was $532500.

First Quarter 2008 Sold Properties

For the First Quarter there were 8 Sold homes in Crestline AL Real Estate in Mountain Brook, Alabama. The Average Price was $784,089. The Median Price was $625000, with 54 Average Days on Market, at 96% of list price.

Currently active as of 7/23/2008

Currently there are 44 Active Crestline Homes for Sale with an Average Price of $587,275. The Median Price is $499500 with 64 Average Days on Market.

If you would like to be contacted as soon as homes become available in the Mountain Brook area just let us know. To view our area Real Estate and Community Tour go to the www.MountainBrookRealEstateChannel.com For more information about the Mountain Brook Community you can also go to the Mountain Brook Chamber of Commerce.

*Note these Birmingham AL Real Estate stats are accurate as of 7/08 according to the Birmingham MLS. They are subject to change as agents submit listed and sold properties into the MLS.

Looking to Buy Birmingham Alabama Real Estate?

Specializing in Selling Birmingham AL Homes

Experience shows that to sell a home in Birmingham AL today requires more than just putting a sign in the yard or putting the property information in the MLS.

Successful home sellers have found they need the advice of skilled Real Estate counsultants like us, who have:

strong negotiating skills to get your home sold quickly for the most money even in this real estate market,
a strong internet marketing plan like our Smart Home Selling Plan. In fact, we may already have a buyer for your property because we understand that over 84% of home buyers today are finding their next house on the internet which is why when you use our plan we make sure they are seeing your home first and we also have a
deep understanding of what's really happening with home values in your real estate market ( Birmingham Real Estate Market Reports by area).

Call me today at - 205-383-3358.

Stephen Wolfe - Birmingham Alabama Realtor

Crestline, Mountain Brook AL Real Estate Market Statistics Second Quarter 2008

Birmingham Alabama Real Estate, Stephen Wolfe (LivingInBirmingham.com) — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 21:58:53 -0500

We are well underway with 2008, and time to continue our look at the year of market statistics for Birmingham AL Real Estate. As we have always stated that as a homeowner, potential resident, potential seller, or as a real estate consultant, we think it is always important to know the stats about what is happening with Mountain Brook AL Real Estate. For this report we wanted to focus in on Crestline Real Estate in Mountain Brook, Alabama.

SecondThird QuarterThFirst QuSecond Quarter 2008 Listed Properties

For the First Quarter there were 39 Newly Listed Crestline Homes for Sale. The Average Price was $628,531. The Median Price was $549000.

Second Quarter 2008 Sold Properties

For the First Quarter there were 26 Sold homes in Crestline AL Real Estate in Mountain Brook, Alabama. The Average Price was $704,288. The Median Price was $640000, with 86 Average Days on Market, at 96% of list price.

Currently active as of 7/23/2008

Currently there are 44 Active Crestline Homes for Sale with an Average Price of $587,275. The Median Price is $499500 with 64 Average Days on Market.

*Note these Birmingham AL Real Estate stats are accurate as of 7/08 according to the Birmingham MLS. They are subject to change as agents submit listed and sold properties into the MLS.

Looking to Buy Birmingham Alabama Real Estate?

Specializing in Selling Birmingham AL Homes

Experience shows that to sell a home in Birmingham AL today requires more than just putting a sign in the yard or putting the property information in the MLS.

Successful home sellers have found they need the advice of skilled Real Estate counsultants like us, who have:

strong negotiating skills to get your home sold quickly for the most money even in this real estate market,
a strong internet marketing plan like our Smart Home Selling Plan. In fact, we may already have a buyer for your property because we understand that over 84% of home buyers today are finding their next house on the internet which is why when you use our plan we make sure they are seeing your home first and we also have a
deep understanding of what's really happening with home values in your real estate market ( Birmingham Real Estate Market Reports by area).

Call me today at - 205-383-3358.

Stephen Wolfe - Birmingham Alabama Realtor

Crestline, Mountain Brook AL Real Estate Market Statistics June 2008

Birmingham Alabama Real Estate, Stephen Wolfe (LivingInBirmingham.com) — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 21:59:31 -0500

We are well underway with 2008, and time to continue our look at the year of market statistics for Birmingham AL Real Estate. As we have always stated that as a homeowner, potential resident, potential seller, or as a real estate consultant, we think it is always important to know the stats about what is happening with Mountain Brook AL Real Estate. For this report we wanted to focus in on Crestline Real Estate in Mountain Brook, Alabama.

Third QuarterThJune 2008 Listed Properties

For the month of June there were 17 Newly Listed Crestline Homes for Sale. The Average Price was $620,065. The Median Price was $429900.

June 2008 Sold Properties

For the month of June there were 7 Sold homes in Crestline AL Real Estate in Mountain Brook, Alabama. The Average Price was $794,114. The Median Price was $770000, with 158 Average Days on Market, at 92% of list price.

Currently active as of 7/23/2008

Currently there are 44 Active Crestline Homes for Sale with an Average Price of $587,275. The Median Price is $499500 with 64 Average Days on Market.

*Note these Birmingham AL Real Estate stats are accurate as of 7/08 according to the Birmingham MLS. They are subject to change as agents submit listed and sold properties into the MLS.

Looking to Buy Birmingham Alabama Real Estate?

Specializing in Selling Birmingham AL Homes

Experience shows that to sell a home in Birmingham AL today requires more than just putting a sign in the yard or putting the property information in the MLS.

Successful home sellers have found they need the advice of skilled Real Estate counsultants like us, who have:

strong negotiating skills to get your home sold quickly for the most money even in this real estate market,
a strong internet marketing plan like our Smart Home Selling Plan. In fact, we may already have a buyer for your property because we understand that over 84% of home buyers today are finding their next house on the internet which is why when you use our plan we make sure they are seeing your home first and we also have a
deep understanding of what's really happening with home values in your real estate market ( Birmingham Real Estate Market Reports by area).

Call me today at - 205-383-3358.

Stephen Wolfe - Birmingham Alabama Realtor

Country Views - Sites on The Real Estate Road Part 9

Birmingham Alabama Real Estate, Stephen Wolfe (LivingInBirmingham.com) — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 13:27:27 -0500

I was out showing houses the other week and ended up in some rural areas on the outskirts of Birmingham. Something about being out in the country seems nostalgic to me, and since I always bring my camera with me, I took some pictures and wanted to share them with you.

Like I said before, something about nature always grabs my attention, much like these guys. Standing at attention basking in another beautiful day,

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Country Views - Sites on The Real Estate Road Part 8

Birmingham Alabama Real Estate, Stephen Wolfe (LivingInBirmingham.com) — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 13:25:48 -0500

Stacked up out by the back porch waits a load of logs waiting to warm you on a cool night. Might even be waiting to cook you a batch of smores.

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Country Views - Sites on The Real Estate Road Part 7

Birmingham Alabama Real Estate, Stephen Wolfe (LivingInBirmingham.com) — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 13:24:35 -0500

A few days ago I posted a view from the back porch, well here is another way turning slightly to the left, still up there on that porch swing?

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Country Views - Sites on The Real Estate Road Part 6

Birmingham Alabama Real Estate, Stephen Wolfe (LivingInBirmingham.com) — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 13:23:11 -0500

Yes, it’s a cow. You just don’t see them anywhere in Birmingham. Alabama is not THAT country. There was a field of them across the road from the home I was showing.

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Country Views - Sites on The Real Estate Road Part 5

Birmingham Alabama Real Estate, Stephen Wolfe (LivingInBirmingham.com) — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 13:21:29 -0500

Pockets of flowers growing in rocks and natural areas are pretty much everywhere.

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