CNN Week 6 – Workforce Housing Tax Credit, Squatter Removal and More

CNN Week 6 – Workforce Housing Tax Credit, Squatter Removal and More

Coming off of its first week-long break, the legislature slowed down a bit last week, using only two legislative days. Continue reading for a brief summary of REALTOR®-relevant news from the week. ...
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State Treasurer Young Boozer Helps REALTORS® Secure Unclaimed Property

State Treasurer Young Boozer Helps REALTORS® Secure Unclaimed Property

The Alabama Association of REALTORS® recently partnered with State Treasurer Young Boozer to successfully recover almost $20,000 in unclaimed property owed to AAR from 15 years ago.
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Alabama’s February Housing Market Kickstarts Spring Rebound with Increase in Home Sales

Alabama’s February Housing Market Kickstarts Spring Rebound with Increase in Home Sales

According to the February Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report, Alabama experienced its first increase in home sales activity since June of last year.
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AREC Holds March 2024 Meeting

AREC Holds March 2024 Meeting

The Alabama Real Estate Commission (AREC) hosted a few meetings in March, including its regular monthly commission meeting. Read on for the meeting summary. 
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8 Front Yard Landscaping Mistakes That Will Ruin Your Home's Curb Appeal

8 Front Yard Landscaping Mistakes That Will Ruin Your Home's Curb Appeal

Landscaping can make or break the appeal of your home. Learn 8 common mistakes people make in their yards and how to avoid them. 
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4 Common Buyer Objections and How to Resolve Them

4 Common Buyer Objections and How to Resolve Them

Buyers commonly raise objections to express concerns, not to stop the buying process. Discover the most frequent objections and how to overcome them.
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The First Ladies of AAR: Celebrating Women’s History Month

The First Ladies of AAR: Celebrating Women’s History Month

As we celebrate Women’s History Month this March, we pay tribute to the profound impact of women on history, culture, and society. Within the Alabama Association of REALTORS®, there’s no better ...
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National Association of REALTORS® Reaches Agreement to Resolve Nationwide Claims Brought by Home Sellers

National Association of REALTORS® Reaches Agreement to Resolve Nationwide Claims Brought by Home Sellers

The National of REALTORS® announced an agreement to end litigation of claims brought on behalf of home sellers related to broker commissions. 
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The South’s Best Cities On The Rise 2024

The South’s Best Cities On The Rise 2024

The South has become a hub for growth and is seeing a steady increase in population. From natural beauty to booming food scenes, there's a lot to enjoy in these rising ...
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Fed Expected to Begin Rate Cuts in June

Fed Expected to Begin Rate Cuts in June

The U.S. Federal Reserve is predicted to cut its key interest rate in June of this year according to economists. Read more on what changes we may see. 
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