Hoover Real Estate

HOOVER REAL ESTATE

2009-09-11T09:04:00.003-05:00

We are building a playground in Birmingham, Al and we need your help. This is a 1 day project to be completed in 6 hours. The YWCA in central Alabama is sponsoring this with the Kaboom organization and Home Depot to bring enjoyment and fun to children in the area. For more information contact me @ 205 222 3500.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors-Access Realty

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2009-09-11T09:02:00.001-05:00

Weichert $8000 Tax Credit Countdown

2009-07-07T08:01:00.001-05:00

Hoover Real Estate

2009-06-29T07:58:00.001-05:00

If you need to buy or sell your home give me a call.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate

2009-06-27T08:27:00.001-05:00

http://www.foreclosuresalabama.net/Home you can check out my other website.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Foreclosures and Short Sales

2009-06-27T07:59:00.002-05:00

Good morning there are a lot of houses that are in short sale status and foreclosure in Hoover, Al. If you know of anyone trying to buy a house that is not working with an agent have them give me a call. ie Tax assessed value on this property is $2,600,000 and is on the market for $900,000. there are many others give me a call.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate

2009-05-15T07:07:00.001-05:00

When Is a Real Estate Agent a REALTOR®?
A real estate agent is a REALTOR® when he or she becomes a member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®, The Voice for Real Estate®, the world's largest professional association. The term "REALTOR®" is a registered collective membership mark that identifies a real estate professional who is a member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® and abides by its strict Code of Ethics.
Founded in 1908, NAR has grown from its original nucleus of 120 members to more than 1 million today. NAR is composed of REALTORS® who are involved in residential and commercial real estate as brokers, salespeople, property managers, appraisers, counselors, and others who are engaged in all aspects of the real estate industry.
Members belong to one or more of 1,700 local associations/boards and 54 state and territory associations of REALTORS® and can join one of our many institutes, societies, and councils. Additionally, NAR offers members the opportunity to be active in our appraisal and international real estate specialty sections. REALTORS® are pledged to a strict Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
Working for America's property owners, the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® provides a facility for professional development, research, and exchange of information among its members.Check out the Public Awareness Campaign television and radio spots that encourage consumers to rely on the expertise and integrity of REALTORS®.Now in its ninth year, the NAR advertising campaign runs February through November on network and cable television and network and satellite radio. This year's commercials help consumers understand the real value of working with REALTORS®. From their voluntary adherence to a Code of Ethics to their incomparable knowledge of real estate processes, REALTORS® are the experts of residential and commercial property transactions.

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ROD HICKS
WEICHERT, REALTORS ACCESS REALTY
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate

2009-05-12T08:50:00.002-05:00

http://www.foreclosuresalabama.net/

New web site please check it out.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate

2009-05-11T07:55:00.001-05:00

Persist With Passion Until the Desired Results are Attained. If your trying to sell or buy a home do what it takes to get the desired results.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate

2009-05-07T07:36:00.002-05:00

Daily Real Estate News May 6, 2009

Five Maintenance Issues Owners Shouldn't Ignore Consumer Reports magazine advises home owners not to put off important maintenance projects, noting that waiting until the economy rebounds could end up making the repairs more costly while putting a family's health at risk. The magazine identifies five crucial maintenance issues:
Check the gutters: Clogged gutters, broken fasteners and separations where the gutters meet the fascia board will lead to roof leaks if they haven’t already.
Inspect the roof: Cracked, curled and mussing shingles mean a roof is nearing the end of its useful life. Cracks around chimneys, skylights, and roof valleys can also suggest the roof might be leaking.
Look for bugs: Termites and carpenter ants can bore through a home in a few short years. Probe the sill plate on top of the foundation with a screwdriver to check for rotten wood. Also look for carpenter ants and termites along windowsills and walls.
Avoid mold: Mold and mildew can cause musty odors, dank air, and make residents sick. Check under carpets and around windows for visible mold or mildew.
Don’t ignore cracks: Foundation cracks wider than 3/16 of an inch can be a problem. These require examination by a structural engineer. Source: Consumer Reports (05/04/2009)

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate

2009-05-04T04:01:00.002-05:00

Daily Real Estate News April 28, 2009

Housing Analysts Predict the Bottom Is Near The bottom of the housing decline is near, predicted analysts and home builders attending the National Association of Home Builders’ semiannual Construction Forecast Conference last week.Mark Zandi, chief economist of Moody’s Economy.com, facetiously picked a date when home prices would stop falling: Dec. 15, 2009. Other observers weren’t so precise, but they did generally agree that the federal government’s efforts to shore up the market would take effect by the end of 2009 or early in 2010.Analysts also predicted that consumers will spend less on remodeling. Eric Belsky, executive director at Harvard University’s Joint Center for Housing Studies, predicted that spending on remodeling would fall 12.3 percent by the end of this year compared to last.Analysts project that the credit crisis will loosen, although people with blemished credit records may continue to have trouble getting mortgage loans.Source: The Wall Street Journal, June Fletcher (04/24/2009)

ROD HICKS
WEICHERT,REALTORS ACCESS REALTY
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate

2009-04-30T05:34:00.000-05:00

Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 1:47pm CDT Modified: Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 3:37pm
Hoover Mayor Petelos considers run for governor
Birmingham Business Journal - by Lauren B. Cooper Staff
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Hoover Mayor Tony Petelos said Wednesday he is "strongly" considering a run for Alabama governor in 2010.
Petelos said he’s been talking with people around the state about running as a Republican nominee, but has yet to form a campaign committee or take official action.A decision could be made by June 1, he said, when candidates are allowed to begin raising campaign funds.
Petelos currently is in his second term as mayor of Hoover. A former legislator in the state’s House of Representatives, the Ensley native previously served as Alabama’s commissioner of the Department of Human Resources, a spot appointed by Gov. Fob James. He now sits on its board, an appointment made by Gov. Bob Riley, who cannot run again because of term limits.

Hoover Real Estate

2009-04-28T07:42:00.001-05:00

The Top 50 in overall performance was compiled by reviewing more than 2 million restaurant reviews that have been appearing on OpenTable.com, which operates a restaurant reservation Web site. Winners come from22 states. Highlands Bar & Grill is owned by chef Frank Stitt, who also owns Bottega.

Hoover Real Estate

2009-04-22T06:51:00.007-05:00

1049 Legacy Drive Greystone Legacy HOOVER, AL - $650,000 Very nice house click on details to see. MLS number 411452 check it out on Realtor.com

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate

2009-04-21T07:27:00.002-05:00

Daily Real Estate News April 14, 2009How to avoid the Vacant Home Look Selling a home that is vacant can be harder than selling a lived-in home, experts say. Here are some ideas from Pam and Dave Pettigrew, certified residential specialists with Prudential Rocky Mountain in Fort Collins, Colo., on what practitioners and sellers should consider to protect an empty property and get it sold.
Give the house a lived-in look. Get a neighbor or family member to make the house look occupied by parking a car in the driveway, opening and closing the drapes and taking in any mail.
Groom the yard. Use a lawn service during the summer to keep the grass cut and a snow removal service in the winter to scrape the walks and driveway.
No outstanding nicks. Hide the effects of missing furniture. Paint and replace rugs so there are no faded spots or blemishes on the walls. Cover accent paint that alone looks odd.
Leave some furniture. A few chairs, tables, lamps and beds (or empty mattress boxes with spreads) give buyers a sense of space.
Keep the utilities on. Set the thermostat at a comfortable level during the winter and summer.
Hire a maid. Make sure the home remains spotless.
Check the homeowner’s policy. Understand the coverage when the home is vacant.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate

2009-04-14T02:38:00.002-05:00

A lot of people has heard the children song "sitting on the fence post chewing my bubble gum". If you are still sitting on the fence about a house it's time to get off that fence. Houses are selling so give me a call and let me know if I can help. You also might qualify for the $8000.00 tax credit!!!!!!!!!!!

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate Sales Commission

2009-04-13T06:42:00.002-05:00

We @ Weichert Real Estate do things different. During these economic conditions we can use all the help you can get, Also trying to sell your house you need as much exposure as you can get. The following is an example of our packages. We can customize the package to match your needs.
WEICHERT, REALTORS ACCESS REALTY

PACKAGE 1 3.5 % SELLING AND LISTING SIDE COMMISSION PLUS $500.00 PAID UP FRONT AND $195.00 ARCHIVAL FEE PAID AT CLOSING. LISTING IN MLS, REALTOR.COM SIGN IN YARD WE COMMUNICATE WHEN THERE WILL BE A SHOWING. 6 Month in MLS
PACKAGE 2 4.5 % SELLING AND LISTING SIDE COMMISSION PLUS $300.00 PAID UP FRONT AND $195.00 ARCHIVAL FEE PAID AT CLOSING. THE REST SAME AS PACKAGE 1
PACKAGE 3 6% SELLING AND LISTING SIDE COMMISSION $195.00 ARCHIVAL FEE PAID AT CLOSING. 2 OPEN HOUSES EVERY MONTH PROPERTY OWN BLOG ADDRESS WITH EXTRA PICTURES COMMUNICATE WEEKLY AND EVERYTHING IN PACKAGE 1

Rod Hicks
Weichert Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate Sales Commissions

2009-04-10T00:07:00.002-05:00

If you are thinking about selling your house let me know. We have several commission plans Starting at 3.5 % and up. Other fees may apply. This includes the selling agent and listing agent. Give me a call. let us show you the packages we have available.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate

2009-04-10T00:02:00.002-05:00

Alabama’s energy cost ranks in the middle of the country, according to a new study released by .The council’s report ranks Alabama 23rd among the 50 states, tied with Ohio.The index ranks states according to two major energy costs affecting small businesses, individuals and families: The price of regular gasoline at the pump and the cost of electricity.
Raymond Keating, the council’s chief economist and author of the report, said making energy more affordable and abundant should be a key objective for policy makers to help small businesses survive the current economic turmoil.
“In tough economic conditions such as these, elected officials at all levels of government need to be aware of how their policies impact energy costs, and in turn small businesses,” Keating said in a news release.
According to the index, the lowest cost states are: 1) Wyoming; 2) Idaho; 3) Utah; 4) Kentucky; and 5) West Virginia.
The highest cost states are: 46) Massachusetts; 47) Rhode Island; 48) Alaska; 49) Connecticut — tied with New York — and 50) Hawaii.

Hoover Real Estate

2009-04-08T07:31:00.000-05:00

Market Conditions
by Realty Times Staff
According to the National Association of Home Builders, buyers could be gearing up for a return to the market.
In a survey for Century 21 Real Estate last month among prospective first-time home buyers who indicated they were likely to purchase a home in the next two years, a majority – 78 percent – said that now is a good time to buy a home. Of those responding to the online poll, 68 percent said that now is a better time to buy than six months ago.
And its not just good news there. The new home market is seeing promising numbers as well. Single-family permits were up 11 percent in February.
"With affordability up dramatically, reports from our builders in the field indicate that foot traffic in new homes is on the rise and consumer interest is increasing with each passing day. These are encouraging signs that the housing market may be finally reaching a bottom," said NAHB Chairman Joe Robson.
Published: April 8, 2009

Hoover Real Estate And Foreclosures

2009-04-06T06:04:00.002-05:00

If you are sitting on the fence post and still waiting for prices to drop you don't have to. Just give me a call and we will make an offer on where you want to be. If you need anything that involves real estate residential or commercial give me a call.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access realty
205 222 3500

Tax Credit

2009-04-03T07:31:00.002-05:00

http://www.realtor.org/wps/wcm/connect/RO-Content/ro/government_affairs/gapublic/american_recovery_reinvestment_act_home
The bill provides for a $8,000 tax credit that would be available to first-time home buyers for the purchase of a principal residence on or after January 1, 2009 and before December 1, 2009. The credit does not require repayment. Most of the mechanics of the credit will be the same as under the 2008 rules: the credit will be claimed on a tax return to reduce the purchaser's income tax liability. If any credit amount remains unused, then the unused amount will be refunded as a check to the purchaser.
This link will help you with the credit.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate

2009-04-03T07:13:00.002-05:00

April is here and houses are selling. If you are in the market for buying or selling a house give me a call and let us show you what are team can do.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Esate

2009-03-25T07:51:00.000-05:00

Light at the End of the Tunnel? U.S. Home Prices Rise for First time in 12 Months
RISMEDIA, March 25, 2009-U.S. home prices rose for the first time in 12 months, showing an increase of 1.7% on a seasonally-adjusted basis from December to January, according to the Federal Housing Finance Agency’s (FHFA) monthly House Price Index. December’s previously reported 0.1% increase was revised to a 0.2% decline, and for the 12 months ending in January, U.S. prices fell 6.3%, and the U.S. index is 9.6% below its April 2007 peak.
The FHFA monthly index is calculated using purchase prices of houses backing mortgages that have been sold to or guaranteed by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac.
For the nine Census Divisions, seasonally-adjusted monthly price changes from December to January ranged from -0.9% in the Pacific Division to +3.9% in the East North Central Division.
Month-to-month changes in the geographic mix of sales activity explain most of the unexpected rise in prices in January. The January home sales reflected in the FHFA data disproportionately occurred in areas with the strongest markets.
While it is difficult to perfectly control for changing geographic mix in estimating house price indexes, the data suggest that if one were to remove those effects, the change in home prices in January, while still positive, would have been far less dramatic.
It also should be noted that sales volumes, in absolute terms, were relatively low in the month. Accordingly, the estimation imprecision associated with the January estimate is relatively large and subsequent revisions to the monthly figure could be significant.
For more information, visit http://www.fhfa.gov/.

Hoover Real Estate Lease Purchase

2009-03-25T07:46:00.001-05:00

There are still properties out there out there are for lease purchase. If you or someone you know is interested in a home give me a call.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate

2009-03-18T18:39:00.001-05:00

If you are looking for a house give me a call we have some with zero down as well many others with lucrative terms.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate

2009-03-16T00:08:00.003-05:00

Be wise when you sell or buy property. Get a Realtor involved they know the market and can help you make a wise decision.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate

2009-03-11T07:00:00.002-05:00

A tax credit of up to $8,000 is now available for qualified first-time home buyers purchasing a principal residence on or after January 1, 2009 and before December 1, 2009. Unlike the tax credit enacted in 2008, the new credit does not have to be repaid. If you need more information let me know.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate Birmingham, Al

2009-03-09T09:15:00.002-05:00

Wow what a month houses are still selling. Prices have been discounted and deals are out there. If you need help selling or buying a house give me a call.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate

2009-03-03T01:26:00.000-06:00

Wow all you can say that there are some bargains out there. Just executed a contract that client bought a house for 65,000. 3 bedrooms and move in ready. Give me a call if I can help.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate

2009-02-25T04:55:00.000-06:00

The time is now whether you are downsizing in your home or getting a larger one. Foreclosures are abundant as well as short sales so give me a call and lets make your dream come true.

Rod Hicks
205 222 3500
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty

Hoover Real Estate

2009-02-20T08:02:00.000-06:00

RISMEDIA, February 20, 2009-”Those who do not study history are condemned to repeat it.” So spoke Sir John Buchan, the First Baron of Tweedsmuir, back in the mists of time often referred to as “the good old days.”
Well, I may not be as old as the Baron, but I did live through President James Earl Carter, 21% prime interest rates, 20% inflation, Paul Volker and his attempt to strangle inflation by strangling the money supply, and that famous “WIN (Whip Inflation NOW!)” button the White House handed out. The period I am referring to was in the 1970s and early 1980s, and it effectively reduced the purchasing power and the true value of the dollar forever.
It wasn’t that long ago that we lived in a different economy altogetherAmericans often affectionately remember the 50s, when Ike was president, America was the benefactor of the world, and life was so simple. Then, a man making $10,000 annually was quite successful. Then, a home might cost $13,000. A nice Ford or Chevy might cost $2,300; New and gleaming and using 22 cent-a-gallon gasoline.
But it was only in 1971 that I bought my first home for $33,690 in Chelmsford, MA; the same year I purchased a new 454 Corvette Roadster for $5,100 out the door. Then, $50,000 a year was the equal of my dad’s $10,000 in earning power.
I remember how excited I was when I finally had $100,000 in savings-I was wealthy, I thought, and my future seemed assured. When the pardon of Richard Nixon jolted America into changing administrations, the Peanut Farmer, James Earl Carter of Plains, Georgia, was elected to the Presidency of the United States. The wreckage his administration presided over made it possible for “The Great Communicator” to be elected in 1981; and by the time that happened, houses were $300,000 and cars cost about $30,000.
Personally, I wasn’t noticing the effects of inflation, yet-after all, we sold that original home and moved into a beautiful new home that cost $86,000 just as President Carter took office. Although I sold that home for north of $200,000 a mere five years later, it never occurred to me that our currency was being debased; no, I thought I was a brilliant investor!
Whatever happens, the stage is set for inflation to come back with a vengeance.Discounts abound, but prices of durable goods are increasing.
In the 1970s those gurus of the Federal Reserve told us that “M1 (an arcane measurement referring to the ‘money supply’-the total number of dollars in circulation), was the most key statistic to watch, for if the money supply grew too quickly, inflation would persist and continue.” We then became a nation of M1 watchers, and the Fed attempted to control the most complex economy in the world by watching that one statistic and throttling the economy with interest rate surges that brought about disintermediation, the death of the savings bank industry and that set the stage for the rise of Merrill Lynch and Wall Street to replace banks and savings and loans as purveyors of the American mortgage.
Interest rates were so high banks couldn’t keep deposits because they were subject to interest rate restrictions. “Let them compete-take the shackles off the banking industry” Washington thundered, and so the Garn-St. Germaine banking act was passed, allowing the community bank ‘to compete’ with Merrill Lynch.Predictably, Merrill Lynch won. King Pyrrhus couldn’t have put it better: “One more such ‘victory’ and I am undone.” We are all paying for that ‘victory’ today.
The savings and loan industry abandoned 50 years of thrift and sound banking practices and put insured deposits into junk bonds sold by that ever-smiling Michael Milliken and his henchmen instead of local mortgages. When the dust cleared, there was no mortgage expertise left, no savings and loan industry recognizable to anyone left, and Wall Street had achieved their goal of displacing the community bank and becoming the “one stop shop” for all things financial (See; Sanford Weil, Citigroup, et al).
In any case there can be no debate that the trillions of dollars about to be pumped into the economy-while they will save us-will also bring inflation back; unless-of course-all that stuff about M1 and the money supply, and all those pronouncements by Paul Volcker, then-Chairman of the Fed, were mistaken . Since Mr. Volcker has now returned in a quasi-official capacity to advise the President’s team, I’d guess we’re in for inflation, now, and part of his mission is to try to minimize it.
Good luck Tim Geithner.
Our new secretary of treasury is reportedly a brilliant man– perhaps a little forgetful about taxes, but nonetheless, brilliant, by all accounts. Together with the rest of the Obama team, he will need every bit of that intelligence and brilliance to help this great country of ours avert total meltdown, but I believe that the team will indeed accomplish that and we will make a recovery, led in part by housing. It’s never smart to bet against the United States of America.
But when the money supply is increased by an amount equivalent to 20 or 30% of Gross Domestic Product or more-naturally or unnaturally, inflation must result. That means that prices of all fixed assets rise to keep pace with the devaluation of the currency. We won’t be taking the wheelbarrow to the market full of dollar bills to buy a loaf of bread, as happened in Germany after WWI, but we will be going on a pretty thrilling ride for a while.
Now, what is going to happen to home prices over the next few years?
I am not as formally schooled in such matters as our current leaders are. I’m just a guy who has seen this movie, too. It is my belief that a side effect to saving America’s economy will be a robust increase in inflation. I believe that Inflation will regain all the “value” we lost in housing over the past two years, and that it will regain it in five years or less. Simply put, to put the brakes on inflation, government must inhibit the recovery. The people in power aren’t going to do that. Inflation is a necessary evil compared to a full scale depression and an acceptable trade off for most of us. (And oil won’t stay at about $40 a barrel too long, either!)
So, tell your clients the truth: Interest rates will never be this low again in their lifetimes. Home prices won’t be this low again in their lifetimes. This is the perfect storm economically, but it also the perfect time to buy a home; provided that you buy it as a home and not a piggy bank. It’s just a nice side benefit that five years from now, the home you bought today will have appreciated so much that you’ll be thinking (just like I did in 1979): “What a smart investor I am!”
This just happens to be the perfect confluence of opportunity and necessity: we must fix the economy and we’re going to, whatever it takes. Inflation is an unavoidable side effect. Buy that house this year!
About the Author: Mike Parker specializes in online marketing services for Realtors® and real estate professionals.

Hoover Real Estate

2009-02-20T07:39:00.000-06:00

Going going gone that's right things are selling at discounted prices. You have seen the commercials sitting on the fence post waiting for the right time. Give me a call and let me prove to you why this is a great time.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500
rhicks@weichert.com

Hoover Real Estate

2009-02-14T12:17:00.000-06:00

Over the last several weeks houses have been selling. The prices are lower and the offers are being taken. Give me a call and lets see what we can do.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate

2009-02-09T10:14:00.000-06:00

When you are looking for a bargain on a house give me a call. I will do everything in my power to get you the best deal out there. If you are selling a house I will get the most out of your house at the quickest time possible.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate

2009-02-08T07:35:00.000-06:00

Spring is coming and we are selling houses. Remember in a buyers market you have to have your home priced properly. If you are thinking about selling your house give me a call. We have a 60 day marketing plan. We do not ask for 6 month listings. If you need my help let me know.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500
rhicks@weichert.com

HOOVER REAL ESTATE

2009-02-06T06:42:00.001-06:00

Open house this weekend @ 467 Paige Drive Hoover, Al call me for time.
02/07/2009

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate

2009-02-06T06:32:00.000-06:00

We will have Open houses on 02/07/2009 and 02/08/2009 in the Birmingham area. We will be at 304 Liberty Court in Chelsea, Al on Saturday 11AM to 1PM and 02/08/09 from 12:30PM to 2:30PM. Come on out and see this magnificent home.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

New Site for Open Houses in Birmingham

2009-02-05T09:40:00.001-06:00

Weichert, Realtors has just launched a new site for Open Houses in the Birmingham area.

Each week the site is updated with the open houses coming up for the weekend.

The new open house site is www.8YellowBalloons.com

It already has the upcoming houses for the weekend of February 7th and 8th 2009. If you are looking to buy a home in the Birmingham Area, 8YellowBalloons.com is your one stop resource for open house times and directions.

Hoover Real Estate

2009-02-05T07:16:00.000-06:00

I have a listing located @ 467 Paige Drive we are looking for offers.
If you want to make an offer let me know.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500
rhicks@weichert.com

Make an offer on Real Estate

2009-01-28T10:13:00.000-06:00

If you found something that you really think could be your dream home don't hesitate make an offer. The worse thing is they say no. But in today's market people are considering all offers very carefully. f you ever need my help give me a call.

Rod Hicks
205 222 3500
Weichert Realtors Access Realty

BARGAINS BARGAINS AND MORE BARGAINS IN REAL ESTATE

2009-01-23T09:47:00.000-06:00

Every day is different in the Real Estate market go out and look at whats out there. If you like it make an offer and see what happens. If you need my help on this do not hesitate to call me.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

FORECLOSURES AND MORE FORECLOSURES

2009-01-22T17:55:00.000-06:00

If you are looking for a bargain, there is a lot of them. Don't miss out on a home that you want please give me a call if you see something you want to see.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Property Listed

2009-01-22T17:52:00.001-06:00

If a property is listed in the Birmingham MLS system I can show you that property give me a call.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Real Estate Commission

2009-01-22T17:47:00.000-06:00

In 99% of most cases Real Estate Commission is paid by the seller. So if you have a buyers agent working for you they are out to get the best deal for you. Fell free to contact me at 205 222 3500

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty

Short Sales and Foreclosures

2009-01-20T07:48:00.000-06:00

Buyers can find the process for buying a foreclosure property through a real estate agent is the same as a normal purchase. Buyers must verify their income, have good credit and be able to show they can make their mortgage payment. Buyers can find foreclosure properties up to 40% off their market value. Also, if homeowners think they might lose their home, contact a real estate agent about selling the property as a short sale. We can tell you about the process.
Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Foreclosures

2009-01-19T09:23:00.001-06:00

If you are looking for a foreclosure or a bargain give me a call. Every day there are new ones out there at tremendous discounted prices. give me a call.
Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Mountain Brook AL 3783 Dover Drive

2009-01-10T06:55:00.000-06:00

Click on link to sehttp://bhammls.net/BAARReports/ListitLib/report_builder.aspx?category=1&r1=Va%2Ea%29Us0%2Ed73drYsXZ&m1=nzCncbGP&footer=79828375677372&maillog_id=SRO8957546e tThis great house at a low price

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate

2009-01-10T06:13:00.000-06:00

Well things have sure changed in the last few months in the Real estate business. Many people that has made lower offers are sometimes are excited when an offer is accepted. If you find a house you want to make an offer on please make it. If you ever need help in making offers please don't hesitate to call me.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500
rhicks@weichert.com

Hoover Birmingham Real Estate

2008-09-01T18:28:00.000-05:00

Well I hope everyone had a great labor day holiday. We had a view showings over the weekend . People are looking for bargains so I can tell you now there is a bunch out there. Sold 2 foreclosures last week. Give me a call if I can assist you.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Real Estate

2008-08-27T03:49:00.000-05:00

I would like to share my knowledge with you if you are planning on buying or selling your home. please give me a call.
Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Help

2008-08-27T03:38:00.000-05:00

We need to buy a home and we don't know the process. Here is a couple of steps. Remember the seller pays the agent that sells the house not you(the buyer). In today's market if you find a house and you want to make an offer most sellers wants a letter from your mortgage company that you are approved. We can show you how to go through the process very easily.
Give me a call.
Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty

WOW

2008-08-27T03:36:00.000-05:00

Houses are still selling but have to be priced competitively. Let me run a price trend analysis on your house. This will show what realistically you could get out of your home.

Rod Hicks
205 222 3500
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty

Selling Your Home

2008-08-27T03:33:00.001-05:00

We have the ability to still sell your house even in a down market. If you need details please don't hesitate to call me. Remember we don't get paid if we don't sell your house. You have a need we have a solution.
Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Foreclosures

2008-08-27T03:30:00.000-05:00

If you don't know how to buy a foreclosed property your in luck. Let me show you how easy the process is. Give me a call 205 222 3500 Rod Hicks Weichert, Realtors Access Realty

Green Springs

2008-08-27T03:28:00.000-05:00

Folks this house over looks the city of Birmingham, Al if you want an entertainment house this one is for you. Please give me a call and let me show this home to you. Rod Hicks 205 222 3500

Rock Mountain Lakes

2008-08-27T03:26:00.000-05:00

Beautiful home located in Rock Mountain Lakes motivated seller wants you to look at and make offer on the property call me for details. Rod Hicks Weichert, Realtors -Access Realty 205 222 3500

Birmingham Real Estate

2008-08-27T03:18:00.000-05:00

As everyone knows I am a Realtor. The market in Birmingham is still down however if you are trying to buy a house there are a lot of bargains out there.
If you have a question please don't hesitate to ask. Will be back shortly
Rod Hicks 205 222 3500

Selective Immersion draws Rave Reviews from Real Estate Students

2008-05-15T07:21:00.001-05:00

New Teaching Method helps Students Pass Real Estate Exam

(Birmingham, AL) A new method of teaching and instructing students has recently shown amazing results in students who have attended Real Estate Success Institute in Birmingham, Alabama. The teaching method is referred to as "selective immersion" by the originator of the technique, Mike Carraway.

After spending years sitting through real estate classes and in many cases having trouble staying awake, Mr. Carraway decided to do something about the "old school" methods of instruction to make sure students were engaged and really enjoyed classes and learned from them.

"I have taken the pre-license class in 3 different states and also have had to sit through Continuing Education classes in all these states. One thing they all have in common is that all of them consisted primarily of lecture, lecture, lecture." Mr. Carraway says that is not effective in appealing to all of the different learning styles that students use.

According to Mr. Carraway, because some students are visual learners, some are aural learners, some are active learners, and some are tactile learners, the classroom content must address all of these styles of learning. In addition, classroom content must focus on one subject area at a time. The subject area can contain many subareas, but, all of the learning types and teaching styles must be used to insure that all of the students grasp the main concepts first, and then the sub-concepts second.

"The idea is to totally immerse the student in the subject, and engage them in many different ways", says Carraway. Real Estate Success Institute uses a 2 week or 10 day format for the required 60 hour pre-license class.

"The 2 week format provides an excellent venue for the selective immersion teaching technique.", says Carraway. His students are drawn into the subject with engaging stories that illustrate the main points, role plays that further illustrate the subareas, question and answer sections, challenge quizes, and games akin to Jeopardy. In essence, the student is totally immersed in that particular subject for that day through a wide variety of activities. But it doesn't end in the classroom.

"All of our students are instructed to do 2 activities each evening - read their notes - and make up flashcards." But, Carraway says, the students are told to spend no more than 45 minutes each evening on these activities. He says that during the classroom time, students form new neural pathways in their brains that make new synaptic connections. These new pathways quickly disappear unless they are reinforced a few hours later. That's why the evening activities are so important.

"The first thing we do the next day is a quick review of the day before, further reinforcing these new neural connections." Carraway says he can always tell which students have not completed their 45 minutes of evening activities: he gets blank stares the next day from those students.

The results from this teaching method have been nothing short of amazing. Most of the students that attend the Alabama 60 hour pre-license class pass the state real estate exam the first time they take it. His school, Real Estate Success Institute draws students from the entire state of Alabama from as much as 5 hours away. Some students even book a hotel room for their 2 week stay and return home during the weekend break.

"I am very proud of the students who are accepted into the class, who do the activities, and who are helping us produce a successful track record for this new instructional technique."

Some of Carraway's past students have interesting comments on the classes. Debbie from Montavallo said, "The in-class exercises really reinforced the information; you are actually learning this stuff and didn't even realize it at the time." This comment tends to substantiate Carraway's claim of selective immersion being a really new and unique teaching method. Another student, Joe K., said, "The classroom was filled with real life examples and a multitude of professionals from the real estate marketplace.", which is referring to quick appearances from professionals in the business such as attorneys, home inspectors, and a variety of others.

Carraway says that having quick guest appearances for 10 minutes or so provides even more stimulation for the students. According to Carraway, stimulating the students constantly is what it's all about. "We live in a video game, reality TV show world. Our teaching method takes that into account and uses continual stimulation to help students learn new concepts."

Selective Immersion as a teaching technique looks like it could be the next new wave in schools and instructional programs. "It takes a lot of work on the instructors part, but to me, it's worth it if all of the students pass the exam the first time."

Real Estate Success Institute can be found on the web at www.BirminghamRealEstateSchool.com and can be reached by calling 205-833-6325. The school is located just off of I-59 in the Roebuck area near Trussville, Alabama. The address is 1100 East Park Drive, Suite 104.
"If you are looking for a fast paced, exciting class where you will get the information you need, learn the concepts you need to know, and remember them, then our 2 week pre-license class is for you."

Mike Carraway is a Real Estate Broker, Certified Real Estate Instructor, Author, Motivational and Sales Training Speaker and is the Real Estate Success Institute administrator. The school website is http://www.BirminghamRealEstateSchool.com Mike Carraway has been active in the real estate business for the last 21 years and owns the 2 office company WEICHERT, REALTORS - Access Realty in Birmingham, Alabama and the website is located at http://www.access1000.com He also maintains a weblog at http://www.access1000.blogspot.com

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Mike Carraway
Broker/Owner
WEICHERT, REALTORS - Access Realty
1100 East Park Drive, Suite 104
Birmingham, AL 35235
office - 800-840-0165
fax - 205-833-3350
4500 Valleydale Road, Suite 160
Birmingham, AL 35242
office - 995-3939
fax - 995-3929
www.Access1000.com
www.BirminghamRealEstateSchool.com
www.Access1000.blogspot.com
www.WEICHERT.com

Hoover Real Estate Hoover, Alabama

2008-03-27T08:46:00.000-05:00

We have new listings in the Hoover, Al area. Please contact me so we can email you the listings.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
rhicks@weichert.com

Changing Times In The Real Estate Market

2008-03-27T08:43:00.000-05:00

Every day you see something new in the Real Estate market contact a Real Estate professional yo help you through the steps.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Home Buyers Seminar

2008-03-05T11:40:00.000-06:00

Thursday night March 6 2008
7PM at 1100 East Park Drive Birmingham, Al 35235
Call Rod Hicks for more Information
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate

2008-02-15T12:32:00.000-06:00

Things are happening in Hoover in the Real Estate Market. Give me a call.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Gardendale Jamestown Manor

2008-02-13T10:25:00.000-06:00

My oh my what a deal!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Jamestown Manor click on link on right and call me NOW>

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate

2008-02-12T15:21:00.000-06:00

111 Oxford Way woo hoo what a deal freinds if you ever thought about changing or buying a new home you need to see this one. $359,900 with a pool. $5000.00 incentive if closed by 02/28/08 Appraised for $415,000

Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
Rod Hicks
205 222 3500

Career In Real Esate

2008-02-10T09:20:00.000-06:00

Have you ever thought about a creer in Real Esate are Career nights are on Tuesday please give me a call.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate

2008-02-10T09:16:00.000-06:00

As we can see mortgages are going down. This is the best time to purchase a new home are next home buyers seminar is March 6th @ 700 PM. please call for information.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Deals

2008-02-08T12:32:00.000-06:00

There are a lot homes in the market place that has tremendous savings. Call me and let me know if I can help you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate

2008-02-05T18:24:00.000-06:00

We are having a home buyer seminar on March 6 2008 @ 700pm if you want to come please give us a call.

Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate

2008-01-31T10:07:00.000-06:00

Just listed a property in Hoover River Walk Townhomes very good price give me a call would like to show it to you.
Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

Hoover Alabama Real Estate

2008-01-30T10:27:00.000-06:00

Some of our agents are needing help getting more houses to sell if you know of anyone let us know.
Rod Hicks
205 222 3500
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty

Real Esate Hoover

2008-01-30T09:52:00.000-06:00

We are excited about the Real Estate market things are selling call us and ask us why.

Rod Hicks
205 222 3500
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty

Get Your Alabama Real Estate License in 2 Weeks!

2008-01-30T07:03:00.001-06:00

Real Estate School Announces 2 Week Pre-License Class

(Birmingham, AL) The Real Estate Success Institute has just announced the start date of it's next 2 week Alabama Pre-License Class. It will begin on Monday, February 18th at 9am and will run from Monday thru Friday from 9am to 4pm for two weeks concluding on Friday, February 29th, 2008.

For anyone wishing to enroll in the class, the school has a website at www.BirminghamRealEstateSchool.com . Students can get directions to the school, download a school application, make payment for the class, and get questions answered.

Past students from the class have raved about the format and how well prepared they were to take the state real estate exam. Interviews with previous students indicate that nearly 90% of the students passed the exam on their first attempt.

"I am so glad I chose this school. I passed the very first time I took the state exam and so did most of the students in my class." Dennis P., Cullman.

With the real estate market already coming off of it's recent bottom and markets around the country and in Birmingham heating up, there has never been a better time to make real estate a career. You can call 205-833-6325 for information on the classes or visit the website.

www.BirminghamRealEstateSchool.com

Hoover Real Estate Birmingham Al

2008-01-29T16:34:00.000-06:00

We are having a buyer seminar in the next few weeks please call for information.
Rod Hicks
Weichert, Realtors Access Realty
205 222 3500

New Buyers

2008-01-29T08:35:00.000-06:00

Have a question about Real Estate don't be afraid to ask. I would be glad to answer any questions that you might have please call I will do everything in my power to help you. Rod Hicks 205 222 3500

Rock Mountain Lakes

2008-01-23T14:51:00.001-06:00

New listing 299,900 3 bedrooms 3 1/2 baths please call me for your real estate needs Rod Hicks 205 222 3500

Real Estate

2008-01-15T11:13:00.000-06:00

MY OH MY THERE ARE A LOT OF BARGAINS OUT IN THE REAL ESTATE MARKET RIGHT NOW. GIVE ME A CALL @ 205 222 3500 ROD HICKS WEICHERT, REALTORS ACCESS REALTY

First time home buyers

2008-01-04T08:53:00.000-06:00

We at Weichert, Realtors Access Realty have a great program for first time home buyers give me a call and I will help you set it up.
Rod Hicks
205 222 3500

Real Estate

2008-01-01T18:20:00.000-06:00

Need answers in real estate please give me a call I will do everything i can to make your dreams come true. Rod Hicks 205 222 3500

Bargains

2007-12-30T16:48:00.000-06:00

That is right, there are a lot of bargains in the real estate market in Birmingham, Al. Give me a call and let me see if we can help you. Rod Hicks Weichert, Realtors Access Realty 205 222 3500

Hoover Real Estate

2007-12-30T16:07:00.000-06:00

Looking for a forclosure or a great rate on a home please don't hesitate to call
Rod Hicks 205 222 3500

Real Estate

2007-12-28T10:38:00.000-06:00

New house listed @ Greystone Farms please call for information Rod Hicks
205 222 3500 This is Weichert International relocation BRING ALL OFFERS!!!!!

Hoover Real Esate

2007-12-27T13:15:00.000-06:00

New listing in Green Springs nice home for 179,900 please call Ro dHicks 205 222 3500

Foreclosures

2007-12-21T13:04:00.000-06:00

As we see from all the media foreclosures are on the rise. It is no better time to buy a new home since prices are so low. Anything that you desire in the Real Estate Industry do not hesitate to call me. 205 222 3500

2007-12-20T14:47:00.001-06:00

Hoover Real Estate

2007-12-20T08:34:00.000-06:00

When buying or selling a home you must have a good attorney. In my opinion a good attorney can save you a lot of mistakes and money. The one I use is the firm Najjar Denaburg. Jeremy Crowe is the attorney I use. You can contact Jeremy @ 205 250 8400. If you are thinking about buying or selling a home please call me @ 205 222 3500.

Hoover Real Estate

2007-12-19T09:21:00.000-06:00

12/19/2007 Today we have a listing on Paige Drive that has offered a lease purchase option please call 1 888 842 2416 for details.

Hoover Real estate

2007-12-18T09:52:00.000-06:00

This blog will keep you updated for your real estate needs in Hoover, Al 1 888 842 2416 call anytime!!!!!!!!!!!!