Archive for April 9th, 2006

Greenfield apartments for deaf seniors model for others

Sunday, April 9th, 2006 by Kathy Kennebrook

The developer of a Greenfield affordable residential community for seniors who are deaf, hard of hearing or blind and deaf is hoping to expand the concept in Wisconsin and nationwide.
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Realty franchises put power in their people

Sunday, April 9th, 2006 by Kathy Kennebrook

Touting an agent-friendly approach, two national real estate firms have stormed into the Birmingham market and are growing quickly. Offering profit-sharing plans and other financial and educational incentives, local franchises of Keller Williams Realty Inc. and Exit Realty Corp. International are attracting an increasing number of sales agents and, with them, a larger piece of […]

A housing bubble here in Birmingham? Not likely

Sunday, April 9th, 2006 by Kathy Kennebrook

In recent months, media attention has driven national speculation over a potential "bubble" in home prices. But some reports make widespread claims based on data from specific housing markets, which do not reflect a national trend. While some areas in the country are, indeed, experiencing the "bubble" effect, Birmingham clearly is not.
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Farther afield

Sunday, April 9th, 2006 by Kathy Kennebrook

Whether seeking old-world luxury or a peaceful, reasonably-priced place to retire or raise a family, Birmingham-area house hunters have a wealth of options.
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Residential growth reaches in all directions

Sunday, April 9th, 2006 by Kathy Kennebrook

A look at housing starts over the past few years paints a clear picture of where families of the future will live, and Birmingham-area numbers portray unincorporated Jefferson and Shelby counties as popular choices.
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