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30-Year Fixed Mortgage Rates Are Falling, But Are Still Above Record Low


Although mortgage rates are still above the record lows, 30-year fixed mortgage rates are decreasing. These rates do vary state by state. Fifteen-year fixed mortgage rates fell as well this week, as did 5-1 adjustable rate mortgages. Georgia’s thirty-year mortgage rates were the lowest, at 5.32%. At this time last year the average rate for a [...]

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The Best Way To Get Your Mortgage “Modified”


If you are finding yourself in a position where you are having trouble making your mortgage payments, you may be able to ask your borrower for a modification. A refinance is more advantageous but if you are ineligible due to inadequate income, a low FICO score, have little or no equity in your home or [...]

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If You Are Concerned About Your Credit Score, This Information Could Help You Improve It


If you are concerned about your credit score, there is new information about what credit scoring companies deem important. One change that is being made is that there is a significantly more negative importance on a person that carries their credit balance near the limit. Experts are suggesting that people try to keep all balances owed [...]

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Eastern Shore Housing Activity Update


On the Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay, the community of Spanish Fort saw 8 homes sold in April for an average price of $222,312 ($111.15/ sq ft). One year ago, there were 13 sold for $238,114 ($104.14/ sq ft). Although values have dropped  some, the declines are minimal compared to most other areas locally and certainly … Continue reading Eastern Shore Housing Activity Update

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Strong Buyer’s Market in Mobile County


April was another challenging month nationwide for housing, and Mobile County had mixed reaction. In the Springhill/ USA area, April saw 8 homes sold for an average of $222,312 ($111.15/sq ft). There are currently 152 active listings averaging $484,080 ($140.97/ sq ft) .  One year ago, the average sales price in Springhill/ USA was $210,315 or $99/sq foot for 20 sales. … Continue reading Strong Buyer’s Market in Mobile County

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Eastern Shore Housing Report for February


In Spanish Fort, there are 121 homes on the market with an average price of $344,439, unchanged from January’s $344,717. Homes pending sale rose from an average of $314,633 to $320,164. Maybe the most important figure is that of homes actually sold. In February, sales activity rose from 7 homes with an average sales price of $152,357 … Continue reading Eastern Shore Housing Report for February

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Fairhope Home Sales Taking a Hit


Real estate sales in this very popular Southern city have been hit quite hard by the shaky economy. In January 2009, nine homes sold, compared with eleven in January 2008. The big difference is in the average sales price of $254,947 compared with $399,700 one year ago. That translates to $109.30 per square foot compared with $146.41 last … Continue reading Fairhope Home Sales Taking a Hit

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How Did Fairhope Real Estate Fare in 2008?


Its nomination recently as the second nicest small town in the South is reflected in Fairhope’s ability to hold onto real estate value, with 2008 average home sales prices dropping by only 1.5%.  The price per square foot dropped 7% and the total number of sales dropped dramatically by 47%. So fewer homes sold, but … Continue reading How Did Fairhope Real Estate Fare in 2008?

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Daphne


Daphne Year Homes sold Average $/SF Average Price Average Days on Market 2007 480 $113.35 $252,077 94 2008 349 $107.31 $239,861 117   It is no surprise that there were fewer homes sold in Daphne in 2008 compared with 2007. The average price per square foot of living space dropped by 5.6% and the average sales … Continue reading Daphne

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Baldwin County AL 2008 Real Estate Wrap-Up


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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