Go to jail, go directly to jail, do not pass go, do not collect $200. - 06/29/07 09:15 AM
Well, unfortunately for Alabama's former governor and the founder of HealthSouth, they just received their "GO DIRECTLY TO JAIL CARDS" yesterday. After months of trials and appeals these guys are taking a trip, and it's not to Disneyland.Former Alabama Gov. Don Siegelman was sentenced to more than seven years in federal prison and former HealthSouth … (0 comments)
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West Alabama Experiencing Worst Drought of the Century - 06/28/07 03:59 PM
Dead grass, withered plants, and suffering crops are the talk of West Alabama. We're in a drought, of this there is no doubt.For that past couple of years, West Alabama has experienced abnormally dry springs and summers. In fact, West Alabama is now about 15 to 17 inches below normal for … (1 comments)
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Jesus must be a REALTOR(r). - 06/28/07 07:17 AM
I recently read about a top producing agent who is approaching the $1 billion dolllar volume mark (or close to it) in his career. That's a lot of sales.This particular agent offers a "I guarantee to sell your home in 39 days." type of guarantee. Now I don't claim to have the genius of Einstein, … (9 comments)
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Tuscaloosa County Home Sales for May 2007 - 06/25/07 03:17 PM
The Tuscaloosa housing market numbers for May showed some slight improvements over the previous month.The total number of homes sold was 245, with new construction sales coming in at roughly 54 out of 245, which is 22% of the existing inventory. The total number of homes sold in April 2007 was … (0 comments)
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New Tuscaloosa Development Will Bring Condos and Big Retailers to Town - 06/25/07 10:10 AM
Midtown Village seems to be moving along quickly. This is the first development of its kind in the city of Tuscaloosa. Midtown is a mixed-use community located on McFarland Blvd. in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
Presently, this mixed-use community is offering 1,2, & 3 bedroom condos (214 out of 224 already sold) on location … (0 comments)
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Finding your purpose in life - "finding your music" - 06/24/07 07:08 AM
I recently read a blog on Active Rain that referenced a YouTube video of an opera singer on one of the talent reality shows. It's sparked a wave of emotions from my soul.
For several years, I've been an advocate of "finding the music within you." Now I don't necessarily mean music, … (0 comments)
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Excuse me, are these your panties? - 06/23/07 06:42 AM
Are these your panties?A couple of years ago, while working in the title insurance business in another market, I heard a story about a seller who came home after an open house and found a pair of panties under his bed. He subsequently fired the agent.Now, here I am, two years … (10 comments)
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Tuscaloosa County Market Report - Home Sales Activity - 06/22/07 02:34 PM
May 2007 Housing Stats# Homes Sold: 245New Const Sold: 54(22%)# Homes on Market: 1819New Const Active: 586(32%)AVG DOM: 96AVG Selling Price: $168,234Median Selling Price: $148,456 April 2007 Housing Statistics# Homes Sold: 184 New Const Sold: 47 (26%)# Homes on Market: 1849 New Const Active: 586 (32%)Avg DOM: 110Avg Selling Price: $181,476Median Selling Price: $149,900 … (0 comments)
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New Listing in Greymont Subdivision - Tuscaloosa, Alabama - 06/22/07 02:26 PM
Here's a real beauty of a home:4 Bedrooms, 3 baths, 5" pine plank flooring, ceramic tile, furniture bathroom vanities, and on and on. Also, there is an upstairs bonus room that is already stubbed for a full bath. This bonus room could be finished out to add an additional 900 sq. … (0 comments)
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Aaaaaachhewwwwww - Bless you, now let me see some I.D. - 06/21/07 12:11 PM
It appears that George Orwell may have been more in touch with the future than we all may have thought. Who knew that the day would come when we would have to have our driver's license scanned just to buy some cough syrup?The Tuscaloosa City Council committee agreed to endorse an … (1 comments)
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Listing Du Jour - Tuscaloosa, Alabama - 06/21/07 11:54 AM
This is some kind of home in a great family oriented neighborhood. The 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home has actually received a nature award for the backyard. This home has more storage than you will ever need.The home as a formal dining and living room, a large family room with built-in … (2 comments)
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Tuscaloosa Listing of the Day - Wednesday June 20, 2007 - 06/20/07 01:52 PM
Buy this 4 bedroom, 2 bath garden home with big back yard for the price of a 3 bedroom.This home is located in Fields Crossing subdivision, located by Hillcrest High School on Hwy 69 South in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.Brand new construction with all of the upgrades including hardwoods and ceramic tile. The … (1 comments)
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Home Sale Statistics for the state of Alabama (Feb 2007) - 06/20/07 09:53 AM
Here are the most recent statewide home sale stats for Alabama: Total Homes Sold: 4,069Average Selling Price: $155,632Average Days on Market: 128Total Homes Listed: 36,702Trivia Question: Can anyone calculate the absorption rate? … (0 comments)
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Waiting on $62.5 million. - 06/20/07 09:50 AM
An exciting new mixed-use development is in the works for Tuscaloosa, but can only happen with the stroke of our Governor's pen. The North River Town Center, which is going to be a mixed-use development in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, would create approximately 1,000 jobs and generate $9 million in annual sales tax revenue for our … (0 comments)
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Billion Dollar Agent - 06/19/07 07:24 AM
Well, I'm halfway through the new book by Steve Kantor, Billion Dollar Agent. Yes, I've had the book for over a week now, but I'm trying to take it slowly because the information contained in the book is amazing.Steve contacted over 70 top producers and asked them questions about how they … (6 comments)
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Tuscaloosa's Riverwalk - a breath of fresh air. - 06/19/07 07:18 AM
When you visit Tuscaloosa, bring your walking shoes. The recently completed Riverwalk, located along the Black Warrior River in Tuscaloosa, Alabama is a place for walking, running, or sitting along the beautiful bank of the Black Warrior River.
I've noticed more and more people running and walking along the river, having picnics, … (0 comments)
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Tuscaloosa, Alabama Listing of the Day - 06/19/07 07:06 AM
This lovely 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home is located in Northport, Alabama, convenient to the new Tuscaloosa County High School. This home has two kitchens, a master bedroom on the main level and three additional bedrooms on the upper level. Currently priced at $174,900, it's a bargain.Call Zero Commission Real Estate … (0 comments)
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Summertime Fun for Kids in Tuscaloosa, Alabama - 06/18/07 08:23 AM
The Tuscaloosa Parks and Recreation Authority (PARA) is offering a wide variety of fun activities for kids in the Tuscaloosa area this summer. Para offers day camps that include field trips, movie days, swimming, and art activities for kids.
PARA day camp is available for kids from kindergarten to eighth grade. The … (0 comments)
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Monday Morning Market - Tuscaloosa, Alabama Listing of the Day - 06/18/07 06:54 AM
Sometimes referred to as "the Pizza Hut house," this 5 bedroom, 4 bath home is perfect for a large family, or someone who wants to get half their mortgage payment paid for by renting out the lower level of the home. This home has two full kitchens, one on the main … (0 comments)
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New Trends in Residential Construction for the Tuscaloosa, Alabama Area - 06/17/07 09:35 AM
The Home Builders Association of Tuscaloosa's 46th annual Parade of Homes begins today and features 49 newly constructed homes. I thought it would be fun to give an overview of some of the up and coming new features that are being added to new homes in our area.Now bear in mind, … (0 comments)
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Now open for 92,000 fans - Bryant- Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Alabama - 06/17/07 09:21 AM
In 1929, the University of Alabama opened the George Hutcheson Denny Stadium. Now the stadium is renamed for the legendary UA football coach Paul "Bear" Bryant, and the former UA president, George Denny.In 9129, the stadium could only hold 12,000 people. In 1937 the University expanded the stadium to bring capacity up … (0 comments)
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Lake Tuscaloosa - one of the south's most beautiful secrets. - 06/17/07 09:02 AM
Everyday I get a little bit of paradise as I drive across the dam on Lake Tuscaloosa, located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
Now that the baby boomers have had a taste of hurricanes down at the Gulf Coast, they are gobbling up beautiful lake front properties across the southeast. You still get water, … (0 comments)
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The Most Incredible Father's Day - from one to three in a day! - 06/17/07 07:31 AM
Just seven months ago, we were a family of three. My wife, my eleven year old daughter, and me. We lived the normal, active lifestyle and although we wanted more children, we had accepted that fact that we may never have more children.Then we got the phone call. "Would we be interested … (1 comments)
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Tuscaloosa Homebuilder's Parade of Homes - 06/16/07 07:16 AM
I want to contgratulate my broker, Harold Matthews of Mark Matthews Real Estate and Construction for winning the coveted Silver Award (2nd place) in the Tuscaloosa Association of Homebuilder's 2007 Parade of Homes in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.The Parade of Homes tour takes place on June 17th and 24th of this month. The … (0 comments)
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Alabama Politics means Riches for those at the trough. - 06/16/07 07:11 AM
Published Saturday, June 16, 2007, The Tuscaloosa NewsShelby and Sessions are millionairesBy Ben Evans The Associated PressWASHINGTON | Most Alabama members of Congress are millionaires, led by Republican Sen. Richard Shelby, who along with his wife owns at least $10 million in assets and could be worth as much as $35 … (0 comments)
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Article on Living Longer with Optimism - 06/16/07 07:06 AM
Here's an article that I included in my monthly newsletter last month. Enjoy.Could Optimism be the Secret to Living a Longer, Happier Life? Recent scientific research now confirms the secret ingredient to a longer life-an optimistic attitude. And there's even better news...anyone can learn to be more optimistic. A 2004 Dutch … (0 comments)
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I pulled the trigger and hired a coach today! - 06/14/07 12:16 PM
In several of my blogs I asked questions about hiring a personal real estate coach. I finally made the decision to "pull the trigger" and ride the bullet! I've researched a lot of real estate coaches and consultants and after speaking with several clients of one particular "coach," I have made … (2 comments)
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Tuscaloosa Sporting News - 06/14/07 12:12 PM
Well, it looks like the new king of Alabama football, Nick Saban has agreed to an eight year contract worth more than $30 million dollars. Wow!His contract pays about $4 million a year. So, I guess that makes him the highest paid coach in college football history. This is in no … (0 comments)
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Alabama Football Fans - Great home for you. - 06/13/07 05:12 AM
If you happen to be a die hard Alabama football fan, I have the perfect listing for you.6 Bedrooms, 5 baths, 2 half baths, located across the cul de sac from Alabama's new head football coach.The neighborhood is incredible and Tuscaloosa is a great place to live. Priced at $899,000.Check out … (0 comments)
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The death of the traditional real estate brokerage (run for your lives!). - 06/13/07 04:40 AM
Zillow. Redfin. Google. Trulia. Do these names sound familiar to you lately? It seems like every other real estate article that's written lately includes one of these companies. Oh my gosh, the discounters are going to ruin our business! Google's going to get into the real estate business! Watch out for … (0 comments)
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Over the river in Northport, Alabama - 06/12/07 04:26 AM
Therer's still a little bit of Mayberry in Northport, Alabama. Northport is a growing city located right over the bridge from Tucaloosa, Alabama. Although Northport is incorporated, many people still consider it to be a part of Tuscaloosa.
The downtown area, close to the Black Warrior river, is a throwback to what … (0 comments)
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Why live in Birmingham, AL when you can have Tuscaloosa? - 06/11/07 04:56 AM
Several weeks ago our University (University of Alabama) hosted the annual football "A" game day. That's where the college team divides into two sides (offense and defense) and plays a game to introduce the players and coaches to a host of fans.
The game takes place in the stadium and is open … (2 comments)
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Good legislation for Realtors in Alabama - 06/11/07 04:47 AM
Recently, I received a call from the "city revenue department" in a very small town (population 400). The community is adjoining the city where my office is located and I happened to have one listing in this small town. It appeared that if I was doing business in this small … (3 comments)
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Tuscaloosa, Alabama Housing Stats - 06/11/07 04:39 AM
Here's a rundown on our local market:
Number of homes sold in May 2007: 234
New construction represented 23% of the market with 53 newly constructed homes sold. We have approximatly 1,819 home on the market with 586 of those homes being new construction (32%).
Average days on the market actually dropped a few … (0 comments)
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Declarations versus Affirmations - 06/10/07 06:18 AM
In the book, Secrets of the Millionaire Mind, the author promotes making declarations instead of saying affirmations. You know what I'm talking about? The statements that we've heard all of the motivational speakers tell us to say everyday.Instead of saying an affirmation like, "I am rich," when you may be dirt poor, … (0 comments)
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Absorption rate. - 06/09/07 06:58 AM
Recently, I'm hearing more and more trainers use the term, "absorption rate." I had always heard developers use this term to figure out if a certain development might be profitable in a certain area, but really never looked it up.This term is used to let you know how long it takes … (4 comments)
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Millionaire Mind Intensive Seminar - 06/09/07 06:40 AM
Several blogs ago I posted some information about a great book that I read entitled, "Secrets of the Millionaire Mind." Well, as a follow up to the book, the author puts on a three day intensive seminar based on the principles in this book.
I've hear that the seminar is outstanding and … (0 comments)
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A Four Hour Work Week? - 06/01/07 07:28 AM
I'm currently reading "The Four Hour Work Week" by Timothy Ferriss and I think it should be required reading for every entrepreneur (i.e., real estate agent) or entrepreneur wannabees.I liked the book so much that I purchased 100 copies to give away. I have reserved twenty copies for my fellow Active … (6 comments)
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