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Baldwin County AL 2008 Real Estate Wrap-Up

By Barbara Reeves | Published: February 2, 2009

Baldwin County saw a total of 1109 home sales in 2008, compared with 1312 sales in 2007. This is a drop of 15.5% in the volume of sales transactions. Average price per square foot of living space dropped by nearly 14% during the year. The time spent on the market surprisingly dropped in the 4th quarter after … Continue reading Baldwin County AL 2008 Real Estate Wrap-Up

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‘Snowbirds’ Boost AL’s Gulf Coast Economy

By Barbara Reeves | Published: January 12, 2009

In most locations of the country, winter has set in; but in Alabama’s Gulf Coast seasonal visitors have been coming out for the warmer climate.  “Snowbirds,” as winter visitors are referred to, have flocked to the Baldwin county beaches for some recreation and to get away from the harsh weather conditions in other parts of … Continue reading ‘Snowbirds’ Boost AL’s Gulf Coast Economy

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Baldwin County Planning and Zoning Commission Held Work Session for Horizon 2025 Plan

By Barbara Reeves | Published: November 21, 2008

The Comprehensive plan for Baldwin County is steadily coming along.  Last night the Baldwin County Planning and Zoning Commission work session was held to talk about how the Horizon 2025 document would be implemented.  The Genesis Group prepared the report based on input from political leaders in 2007 and residents; the current questions for the … Continue reading Baldwin County Planning and Zoning Commission Held Work Session for Horizon 2025 Plan

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Alabama Gulf Coast Homeowners paying less taxes than nearby areas

By Barbara Reeves | Published: November 17, 2008

While many Gulf Coast homeowners are concerned about the increasing property taxes, Alabama Revenue Commissioner Time Russell explained last Thursday that these taxes are still much lower than other parts of the country.  Last week’s “Coffee with the Mayor” resulted in a discussion about property taxes to help Baldwin County residents understand the current situation.  … Continue reading Alabama Gulf Coast Homeowners paying less taxes than nearby areas

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Daphne AL Offers a Buyers’ Market

By Barbara Reeves | Published: November 10, 2008

October 2008 MLS data for Daphne AL shows 445 homes on the market with an average sales price of $310,231 which is unchanged from Sepember. The median price of $230,000 is down about 4% over the same time period. The median is the point where there are the same number of prices lower than higher. These … Continue reading Daphne AL Offers a Buyers’ Market

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Daphne AL Officials to Discuss Property Taxes and affordable Homeowners Insurance

By Barbara Reeves | Published: November 10, 2008

This Thursday, Alabama Revenue Commissioner Tim Russell will be speaking at the Daphne AL City Hall.  The event entitled “Coffee with the Mayor” will begin at 8:30 a.m. and cover topics of interest to city leaders and local residents.  The two major topics of discussion will be property taxes and homeowners insurance.  And although the … Continue reading Daphne AL Officials to Discuss Property Taxes and affordable Homeowners Insurance

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Daphne AL Officials Discuss a More Efficient City Recycling and Trash Pick up

By Barbara Reeves | Published: October 23, 2008

Earlier this month, Daphne Alabama officials discussed some options for making the city’s trash and recycling pick up programs more cost effective.  The city has lost money in the past on recycling efforts, as reported in Baldwin County Now online, and officials discussed in a recent meeting how they could make money in order to … Continue reading Daphne AL Officials Discuss a More Efficient City Recycling and Trash Pick up

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Proposed Daphne AL Subdivision Plans in Flood-Prone areas Bring Legal Battle

By Barbara Reeves | Published: October 8, 2008

Recently Baldwin County Alabama officials have been in the midst of a legal battle involving developments in flood-prone areas.  The county’s planning and zoning commission voted last Thursday night 10-0 to appeal a ruling by the Alabama Supreme Court unless it is amended by the judge.   This decision was based on a previous decision … Continue reading Proposed Daphne AL Subdivision Plans in Flood-Prone areas Bring Legal Battle

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Daphne AL Home Prices Softer in September

By Barbara Reeves | Published: October 8, 2008

September 2008 data for Daphne shows 464 homes on the market with an average sales price of $310,003 which is down 3.5% since August. The median price of $239,450 is down about 4% for the same time period.  These homes have been on the market an average of 133 days.  In September, 29 homes sold in … Continue reading Daphne AL Home Prices Softer in September

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Baldwin County Bicentennial Park to Boost Local Economy

By Barbara Reeves | Published: October 1, 2008

The topic of discussion today at Daphne Alabama’s Public Library was focused on the construction of Baldwin County Bicentennial Park.  This park will include 367 acres of land near Stockton on Highway 225 and will commemorate the area’s 200th anniversary as well as be a pull for tourists.    Included in the park will be … Continue reading Baldwin County Bicentennial Park to Boost Local Economy

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