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Older homes appeal to many due to their charm and endurance. But living in an older home can become cumbersome as its parts age and break. You can update your little piece of history without changing the overall ambiance that attracted you to begin with. Here are some simple and budget-friendly w...

101 S Capitol Parkway, Montgomery, AL 36107MLS# 5376953 Bedrooms | 2.5 Baths | 2,188 Square Feet | Capitol Heights Do you love the charm and character of classic historic homes but don't want to deal with old house issues? Well, here is the perfect house for you! This vintage historic Capitol Par...

Big houses mean “big work”. The care and maintenance of a larger home can be overwhelming. You might be looking to downsize and simplify. There are a plethora of benefits of living in a smaller house. First, it costs less money…which frees up funds for other things you enjoy like travel and hobbi...

Spring is a great time to sell a house. In fact, per a Zillow study, homes listed between May 1 through May 15 sold, on average, around 18.5 days faster than homes not listed during this period. Add this to the fact that the largest number of buyers are actively searching for homes in the months ...

There was some good news for buyers this week as mortgage rates continued a recent downslide. So, if you are questioning whether you should buy or rent a home, now may be a great time to lock into a rate.Buying is often considered to be financially better than renting over the long run because yo...

8529 Westhampton Court, Montgomery, AL  36117MLS# 5354615 Bedrooms | 4 Baths | a Half Baths | 4,228 | WynlakesPicture yourself living in pampered luxury in this executive Wynlakes home, one of Montgomery’s premier residential communities. This custom-built, Mediterranean-inspired home features an...

1067 Magnolia Curve, Montgomery, AL 36106MLS# 5356133 Bedrooms | 2 Baths | 1,821 Square Feet | Cloverdale Beautifully situated on the corner of Magnolia Curve and Boultier, you will find this adorable home ready for its new owners! Excellent Midtown Montgomery location in Cloverdale for walking t...

Spring has sprung and there’s nowhere better to celebrate the season than Montgomery!Here are some special events going on in and around the Montgomery area this spring that you won’t want to miss:Easter Bunny Meet & GreetApril 5-7, 2023 – 6:00 PM to 7:30 PMThe Party Palace1032A US 231, Wetumpka,...

610 Ponce De Leon Avenue, Montgomery, AL 36106MLS# 5352363 Bedrooms | 2 Baths | 1,521 Square Feet | Cloverdale/Idlewild  Have you always dreamed of living in a Cloverdale cottage? Well, here is your opportunity!! Spend your evenings walking to nearby parks and restaurants or relax on your front p...

With spring’s arrival and summer just around the corner, many people enjoy spending time outdoors to savor the warmer weather. Unfortunately, there are some not-so-pleasant aspects of spending time outside such as bugs, rain, and hot, humid days.Whether you have a deck, patio, or balcony (any out...