Sandra Nickel's (hatteam) Blog

Does growing a lush and vibrant lawn seem out of reach for you? Don’t worry! The grass CAN be greener on your side of the fence. With spring imminent, now is the perfect time to start working on a thick carpet of grass for your yard.Here are some tips for growing and maintaining a lawn that will ...

March is here and chances are the winter doldrums are getting to you. Now is a good time to start tackling some home maintenance tasks that will remind you that spring is right around the corner!Clean Your GuttersOnce the last frost of winter has passed, it is important to have your gutters and d...

1400 Midlane Court, Montgomery, AL 36106MLS# 5344902 Bedrooms | 2 Baths | 2,099 Square Feet | Cloverdale Do you love the Cloverdale area, but are just not an "old house" person? This home might just be for you! Built in 1991 in the cul-de-sac of a quiet street just across from the Montgomery Coun...

Spring is approaching and with it, prime time for real estate transactions. Many people will be looking to purchase homes meaning home buying will become a “competitive sport”. This means that you will need to stand out to sellers if you want to “win” the house of your dreams. One way to show tha...

1254 Westmoreland Avenue, Montgomery, AL 36106MLS# 5332984 Bedrooms | 3 Baths | 2,843 Square Feet | Cloverdale This Old Cloverdale cottage might look unassuming from the street, but once inside you will be in awe! Casual living spaces blend with sunny nooks for reading, awesome live/workspace, a ...

4750 Regal Street, Montgomery, AL  36116MLS# 5332482 Bedrooms | 1.5 Baths | 1,120 Square Feet | Narrow Lane Colony Townhouse Great investment property! This 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath townhome would be a great addition to your portfolio! Property has been well-maintained over the years. Extra storage in...

3253 Montezuma Road, Montgomery, AL 36106MLS# 5332442 Bedrooms | 1 Bath | 1,440 Square Feet | Cloverdale/Idlewild This 2 bedroom, 1 bath Cloverdale cottage is sure to charm you from the moment you see it! Two large bedrooms, 1 full bath plus a bonus room that could be used as an office or nursery...

Today’s homebuyers are environmentally conscious, and they are looking for homes that are eco-friendly. Luxury homebuyers especially want design elements that support sustainability.  The National Association of Realtors' 2020  Report on Sustainability stated that 63% of members noted that promot...

When people think about where they might retire, the first place that comes to mind is Florida. But Florida is far from the only place that is great for retirement. According to moneyrates.com, Alabama is one of the top ten places to retire in America in 2023. Between its rich culture and warm we...

Perhaps you have imagined your dream house. You’ve pictured it in your mind, created lengthy Pinterest boards with images, but can only hope that you might find it in real life. Some buyers must look for a long time before finding the home of their dreams, but others know right away.When reality ...