Statewide
Alabama’s new home sales down slightly in June
July 28, 2021
New home sales in June decreased 6.3% year-over-year (Y/Y) from 1,070 to 1,003 closed transactions, ending 23 consecutive months of Y/Y gains.
Demand remains strong in Alabama’s housing market
July 22, 2021
June home sales in the state increased 14.4% year-over-year (Y/Y) from 7,198 to 8,234 closed transactions, marking 13 consecutive months of Y/Y gains and the highest monthly sales total in the ...
Income growth struggles to keep pace with rising home prices
July 7, 2021
The prices of homes in the US have been increasing at great rates, currently at the “fastest rate on record.” While it is concerning for the average homebuyer that prices are ...
Alabama’s new home sales up slightly in May
June 30, 2021
According to the Alabama Realtors, May new home sales in the state increased 1.1% year-over-year (Y/Y) from 852 to 861 closed transactions, marking 23 consecutive months of Y/Y gains.
Alabama’s housing inventory reaches another record low in May
June 22, 2021
Housing inventory in the state continued to tighten, reaching another record low of 9,363 listings across the state in May, a decrease of 2.3% from April and down 45.1% from one ...
Alabama’s housing inventory reaches another record low in April
May 21, 2021
Housing inventory in the state continued to tighten, reaching another record low of 9,582 listings in April, down 1.4% from March and 46.6% from one year ago, also a record decline. ...
Alabama’s housing inventory reaches another record low in March
April 22, 2021
Homes listed for sale decreased 46.4% from 18,122 listings one year ago to 9,721 in March, a record low.
Alabama’s housing inventory reaches record low in February
March 22, 2021
Homes listed for sale decreased 44% from 17,770 listings one year ago to 9,950 in February, a record low.
Alabama’s new home market continues growth in January
February 24, 2021
January new home sales in the state increased 14.7% year-over-year (Y/Y) from 652 to 748 closed transactions, marking 18 consecutive months of Y/Y gains.
Alabama home sales grow in January amid tight inventory
February 19, 2021
January home sales in the state increased 17.2% year-over-year (Y/Y) from 4,122 to 4,829 closed transactions, marking eight consecutive months of Y/Y gains.
Alabama's real estate market continues growth in December
January 22, 2021
December home sales in the state increased 24.2% year-over-year from 5,116 to 6,355 closed transactions.
Christopher Lee Returns to ACREcom to Discuss Future-Proofing Your Company for Success
January 19, 2021
Christopher Lee, president and CEO of CEL & Associates, will be speaking at the 21st annual commercial real estate conference (ACREcom) on February 26, 2021.
Space Command Selection set to Blast Off Huntsville Real Estate
January 14, 2021
The Air Force notified Governor Kay Ivey that the preferred site for United States Space Command will be Redstone Arsenal, located in Huntsville, Alabama.
Alabama’s November new home sales increase from one year ago
January 4, 2021
November new home sales in the state increased 19.8% year-over-year (Y/Y) from 713 to 854 closed transactions, marking 17 consecutive months of Y/Y gains.
Alabama’s real estate market continues growth in November
December 22, 2020
Home sales in Alabama increased for the sixth consecutive month in November, rising 23.3% year-over-year.
Economy shows signs of recovery but challenges lie ahead
December 3, 2020
The housing sector rebounded somewhat quickly from lows seen earlier in the year, but the overall economy is recovering at a slower pace.
New home sales continue to trend upwards in October
November 25, 2020
New home sales in Alabama increased 33% from one year ago and are now up 22% year-to-date.
November 2020 Residential Real Estate Webinar
November 19, 2020
Alabama Center for Real Estate Research Coordinator Stuart Norton shares data and insights on the Alabama residential real estate market for transactions closed in October 2020.
Alabama home sales post another significant gain in October
November 19, 2020
Total residential sales are now up almost 11% year-to-date after rising over 30% (Y/Y) in October.
Housing affordability declines in the third quarter of 2020
November 3, 2020
Significant gains in median sales price were offset somewhat by falling mortgage rates.
Alabama home sales up significantly in September
October 22, 2020
September home sales in the state increased 21.9% year-over-year from 5,510 to 6,719 closed transactions.
October 2020 Residential Real Estate Webinar
October 22, 2020
Alabama Center for Real Estate Data Analytics Coordinator Stuart Norton shares data and insights on the Alabama residential real estate market for transactions closed in September 2020.
Alabama’s August home sales up 9% from one year ago
September 22, 2020
Homes listed for sale decreased 30.1% from 21,198 listings one year ago to 14,816 in August.
Alabama home sales up again in July 2020
August 24, 2020
Homes listed for sale decreased 27.9% from 21,865 listings one year ago to 15,772 in July.
Housing affordability decreases from Q1 2020
August 11, 2020
Although median family incomes were on the rise in 7 of 12 metro areas, and rates on a 30-year fixed mortgage are nearing historic lows (composite rate of 3.23% in Q2 2020), ...
Decatur area residential sales rebound in June
July 24, 2020
June residential sales in the Decatur area (Morgan and Lawrence Counties) increased 15.8% year-over-year from 146 to 169 closed transactions.
Alabama home sales rebound in June 2020
July 23, 2020
Homes listed for sale decreased 24.7% from 21,804 listings one year ago to 16,421 in June.
The housing quartile not doing so well during COVID-19
July 13, 2020
The conditions for the 25% quartile struggling to make rent and mortgage payments are not making their way into the housing headlines and are being overlooked by the homebuilding industry and ...
Residential markets in twelve of the 50 largest US metros show signs of recovery
July 10, 2020
Twelve of the fifty largest metropolitan areas in the United States have reached the January recovery baseline according to the Realtor.com
Translating it to Alabama
The Counselors of Real Estate release "2020-21 Top Ten Issues Affecting Real Estate"
June 30, 2020
The list is comprised from an annual study conducted among the Counselors’ members and is intended to bring attention to the trends and burgeoning issues most impacting the commercial real estate ...
May new home sales in Alabama increase 7.2% from one year ago
June 29, 2020
New home sales represented 15.7% of all residential sales in May, up from 12.4% one year ago.
Alabama home sales decline as anticipated in May 2020
June 23, 2020
Sales are now down slightly (-0.2%) year-to-date, and are likely to decline in the months ahead due to the growing economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hardest Hit Alabama Reopens to Help Families Affected by COVID‐19
June 22, 2020
The Alabama Housing Finance Authority (AHFA) has taken action to help Alabama families affected by the COVID‐19 pandemic by reopening Hardest Hit Alabama (HHA).
Adults living with a parent or grandparent hits an all-time high
June 12, 2020
According to recent data from the U.S Census Bureau, the number of adults living with a parent or grandparent hit 32 million in April, a record high.
A preview of May 2020 sales activity in select Alabama markets
June 9, 2020
This article provides a preview of closed sales activity during May 2020, which provides limited insight regarding the impact of the pandemic to residential sales activity.
A summary of residential market indicators for the week ending May 29, 2020
June 2, 2020
Residential markets nationwide and in Alabama faced inventory shortages for several years before the pandemic, and one of the more notable outcomes thus far is the effect on residential listings. ...
New home sales rise unexpectedly in April 2020
May 28, 2020
New home sales represent a significant portion of all residential sales nationwide, usually around 10-12%.
Housing starts decline in all four regions during April 2020
May 26, 2020
Economic data from April 2020 showed a quick decline in overall business activity across the nation.
Looking Up & Forward
World Police & Fire Games 2025 in Birmingham
May 22, 2020
The plethora of “worst-ever” economic reports during this COVID-19 outbreak has overshadowed some Look Up & Forward economic news for the Alabama economy.
Statewide residential sales fall 8.9% in April 2020
May 21, 2020
As expected, residential sales activity slowed during April. Sales prices, however, remained somewhat stable as inventory remains limited.
Realtor.com releases updated economic and housing forecast
May 19, 2020
Danielle Hale, chief economist for Realtor.com, recently released a revised economic and housing forecast.
Valuing CRE during a period of “Material Change”
May 15, 2020
While valuation uncertainty rises during peaks and troughs to market cycles, lenders and investors still struggle to define the new normal and determine where it is safe to re-enter the market ...
Your Guide to a Winning Strategic Sales and Marketing Plan
May 15, 2020
When followed, sales and marketing plans have proven to be a valuable lighthouse in an ocean of possibilities.
National Perspective: The Pandemic’s Impact to Residential Real Estate
May 14, 2020
During the NAR Virtual REALTORS® Legislative Meetings held May 11 - 15, 2020, Dr. Lawrence Yun, chief economist for NAR, analyzed the impact of the coronavirus pandemic to residential markets in the ...
April 2020 residential sales down in several markets while prices remain stable
May 12, 2020
With the March 2020 sales data largely unaffected by the pandemic, this is the “first month” so to speak when measuring the impact of the coronavirus with closed sales activity. ...
Auto manufacturers restart their engines
May 11, 2020
As Alabama and other states reopen their economies in a measured fashion to balance the public health risks with the fiscal risks, a key industry sector to monitor is automobile sales ...
Record job losses highlight pandemic's economic toll
May 8, 2020
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported Total Nonfarm Payroll Employment fell by 20.5 million jobs in April and the unemployment rate rose to 14.7%.
Mortgage applications rise as rates hit historic lows
May 7, 2020
Buyers are incentivized by historically low rates, but finding (and financing) that new house has become somewhat more challenging in the COVID era.
What Is Connecting Businesses and Real Estate Before and During COVID-19?
May 5, 2020
The COVID-19 outbreak came during our most technologically advanced age; however, there are some decades old infrastructure items that are keeping us connected today - and vital to our reconnection post ...
Amid declining national numbers, Alabama’s housing starts increase in March 2020
May 4, 2020
Going against national trends, single family building permits in Alabama increased 1.2% month-over-month and 21.2% year-over-year.
Pandemic Insurance
May 1, 2020
Pandemic insurance has become more top-of-mind as states begin to reopen and assess the damage to businesses and commercial real estate.
New listings decline further while home sales prices remain stable
April 30, 2020
Even as residential markets are in “peak season,” historically speaking, new listings are becoming even more scarce as some potential sellers decide to wait out the pandemic.
Alabama's spring 2020 new construction market
April 28, 2020
Although the March 2020 data reflects little disruption in Alabama’s new construction sales, April-June numbers will help better measure the impact.
While we shelter in place, who's still working?
April 27, 2020
A disproportionate amount of COVID-19 coverage globally has been – and continues to be – dedicated to “what’s not working.” This article’s focus is pivoting to “who’s still working.”
Real Estate Matters Podcast
The impact of COVID-19 on the rural land industry
April 23, 2020
Interest in rural land, and the resulting lifestyle, has risen since mid-March as many find fresh air and space more appealing now than ever before.
Strong March numbers aside, the impact of COVID-19 will be better seen in Spring and Summer data
April 21, 2020
Total sales increased 6.6% year-over-year, but April and May sales are the wildcard as the coronavirus pandemic unfolds.
Existing home sales post a surprising gain in March 2020, but the real wildcard is April and May
April 21, 2020
While sales are currently up 7.1% year-to-date, they are likely to moderate amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Changes appearing in the process of residential home sales
April 20, 2020
The impact of COVID-19 pandemic continues to unfold and changes emerge in home showing preferences, mortgage lending requirements and appraisal protocol.
A review of March 2020 home builder sentiment and mortgage application data
April 17, 2020
The housing-related data this week doused cold water on March’s hopes by the housing industry that record low interest rates and Realtors pivoting to virtual home tours would mitigate COVID-19 damage ...
real estate matters podcast
COVID-19's Impact on Student Housing
April 16, 2020
There was some concern at the beginning of the pandemic that student housing could be the first domino to fall, given the swift closure of colleges across the nation.
webinar
IREM Region 5 Webinar: Navigating COVID-19
April 16, 2020
The IREM Region 5 leadership participated in a panel discussion on the impact of coronavirus on the property management industy on April 16, 2020.
New residential listings decline sharply even as spring buying season begins
April 13, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has slowed listings during this otherwise busy time as they decreased 19% month-over-month.
Real Estate Matters Podcast
Considerations for commercial tenant rent during COVID-19 with David Skinner
April 9, 2020
Because of the economic slowdown, some tenants are asking for rent concessions due to the shutdown, and that raises a few questions. An ideal solution will work out best for both ...
Five pieces to the appraisal puzzle during COVID-19
April 8, 2020
Although the guidelines that U.S. financial institutions must adhere to for “Federally Related Transactions” are now a decade old, they are still the road map for appraisers when performing an appraisal ...
The Paycheck Protection Program
April 6, 2020
If your company is facing outstanding expenses as a result of COVID-19, assistance is available through the Payroll Protection Program (the “PPP”) recently passed by Congress and signed into law by President ...
Alabama housing starts post big gain in February 2020
April 6, 2020
Based on large year-over-year permit gains in January and February, housing starts are off to a fast start, yet uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic clouds the forecast somewhat.
Economic Rulers and Benchmarks Made Obsolete by COVID-19
April 3, 2020
The BLS Jobs report of -700k for March doesn’t measure up to the jobless claims, airline passengers or drop in oil demand measures.
A look beneath the surface of the first month of COVID-19 economic data
April 3, 2020
A review of economic data featuring ISM manufacturing data, ADP Private Payrolls data with another record Jobless Claims report double that of last week’s record, and March’s auto sales.
Why delay your rent, when the government may pay it?
April 1, 2020
For most commercial tenants, having the federal government pay the rent is a better option than asking landlord to delay the rent.
12 years later: how the coronavirus housing market differs from the Great Recession
March 31, 2020
A recap of Alabama’s residential markets in the lead-up to the Great Recession (2001-2007) and the six years leading up to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Federal Relief Plan Clears Senate as Unemployment Claims Rise
March 27, 2020
Congress took historic action Wednesday by passing $2 trillion in virus relief while initial jobless claims reached a seasonally adjusted rate of 3.28 million for the week ending March 21, 2020. ...
How COVID-19 May Impact your Office’s Real Estate Decisions
March 27, 2020
While office tenants are generally able to operate from home, this has added plenty of strain for many operations that are not adjusted to a work-from-home model and have critical business ...
CCIM webinar
Coronavirus and CRE: Government Finance Interventions
March 27, 2020
K.C. Conway discusses the pros, cons, and considerations for industry professionals regarding the Federal Reserve's recent interventions to stimulate the economy, the FDIC's loan modification guidance to banks, the new loan ...
NAIOP webinar
NAIOP COVID-19: Impacts on Appraisals and Building Management Webinar
March 26, 2020
NAIOP is offering a webinar series on the topics on everyone’s mind related to the COVID-19 public health crisis and our industry.
Stimulus, Stocks & the Alabama Housing Market
March 26, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has brought quick and drastic changes to our daily lives and routines.
CCIM WEBINAR
The Impact of Coronavirus on the Industry
March 25, 2020
K.C. Conway shares helpful insights and tips for commercial real estate professionals to navigate the ever-changing environment as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
Nation waits on Congress
Fed and other agencies step up
March 24, 2020
The Federal Reserve along with many other government agencies, housing authorities, industry associations, corporations, and small businesses are literally throwing everything they have to prevent a depression.
Statewide Residential Sales Remain Strong in February 2020 While Uncertainty Lies Ahead
March 23, 2020
While February sales results were very encouraging, up 7.2% year-over-year, they do not reflect the current turmoil in the stock market or the sizable hit to the global economy expected from ...
Fast and Furious
March 20, 2020
The big takeaway from this week is that unimaginable stimulus is coming in probably 2-3 waves that is going to target workers first, cities and states second to shore up unemployment ...
Home is still a good place to be for COVID-19 isolation and investment
March 19, 2020
ACRE has been communicating with home builders since the onset of this outbreak in February at both the state and national levels to assess how early spring traffic and sales are ...
CCIM Institute Commercial Investment Real Estate Podcast
Coronavirus and Its Impact on Commercial Real Estate
March 18, 2020
K.C. Conway discusses the pandemic, how CRE practitioners can weather the storm, and how to future-proof new investments on the CCIM Institute Commercial Investment Real Estate podcast
Federal Reserve Cuts Rate in Reaction to Spread of Coronavirus
March 4, 2020
On Tuesday, March 3, 2020, the yield on the 10-year treasury dropped below 1% for the first time in history.
Single Family Building Permits Up Significantly in January 2020
March 2, 2020
After a strong year in 2019, single family building permits post another year-over-year gain in January 2020.
Highlights from Alabama's January 2020 Residential Sales
February 24, 2020
Properties listed for sale were especially tight in January, decreasing 17% from one year ago.
Statewide Residential Sales Up Significantly in January
February 21, 2020
Total residential sales increased 23.2% from January 2019.
ACRE Forecasts Sales Growth in Most Residential Markets in 2020
February 12, 2020
Statewide residential sales are expected to rise 1.9% in 2020.
Wednesday Insights
February 12, 2020
February 12, 2020
Highlights from Alabama's December 2019 Residential Sales
February 4, 2020
Total closed sales were up almost 20% during December.
ACREcom2020: Learn to Leverage LinkedIn with Cherie Moman, ACRE’s Director of Education, Marketing and Communication
February 4, 2020
Moman will discuss how to break through the noise and leverage LinkedIn for businesses and careers by building a compelling organic presence on the digital platform.
Alex Flachsbart Returns to ACREcom20 with Opportunity Zones Updates
January 31, 2020
Hoping to incentivize investment in low-income areas through federal tax deferrals, Opportunity Zones were created by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017.
ULI Emerging Trends Panel to Discuss Recent Report at ACREcom 2020
January 31, 2020
The report is published every year by the Urban Land Institute (ULI) and is a comprehensive study on emerging trends impacting commercial real estate.
All-Star Panel of Alabama Real Estate Capital Experts Discuss Industry’s Future at ACREcom 2020
January 31, 2020
The panel includes Chad Hagwood of Hunt Real Estate Capital, Cynthia Stanford from Regions Bank, and Steve Clikas of Protective Life.
ACREcom20 Keynote: The 2021 Birmingham World Games Impacts on the City with CEO Nick Sellers
January 31, 2020
The World Games 2021 Chief Executive Officer, Nick Sellers, is the featured lunch keynote at ACREcom 2020, “Building the Future.”
ALAres 2020: The Next Generation of Selling with Lexi Edwards
January 30, 2020
The Gen Z consumer is very different from previous generations; they communicate differently, and have different perspectives, goals, and experiences.
Prestigious Cybersecurity Professional to Speak at both ALAres and ACREcom 2020
January 27, 2020
According to an FBI public service announcement, Business E-mail Compromise/E-mail Account Compromise victims in the real estate sector rose over 1100% between 2015-2017.
ACRE's Stuart Norton to Speak at ALAres 2020
January 24, 2020
Residential markets across the state will have plenty of momentum in 2020 as 2019 was yet another record year.
Looking Back at ACRE's 2019 Residential Sales Forecast
January 24, 2020
The 2019 residential sales forecast was accurate to within 6.5% of actual sales statewide.
REBAC Hall of Fame Winner Marki Lemons-Ryhal to Speak at ALAres 2020
January 22, 2020
Ryhal is an Inman and six-time NAR conference and expo featured keynote speaker and is also a podcaster and international best selling author.
Distinguished Industry Leaders Attending ACREcom as Featured Speakers on the Industry CEO Panel
January 22, 2020
Greg Fine, CCIM; Tom McCormick, SIOR; Jim Amorin, Appraisal Institute; and Denise Froemming, IREM will participate on the Industry CEO Panel at ACREcom20 on Friday, February 7, 2020, at The Club ...
Green Street CPPI Unchanged in December, Up 2.5% in 2019
January 21, 2020
With interest rates near record lows and risk appetites back to normal levels, pricing should continue to see support in 2020.
Alabama’s Fastest Selling Markets (November 2019)
January 17, 2020
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created the following rankings based on average days on market (DOM) for closed transactions during November 2019.
Markets With the Most Sales Growth in October 2019
January 16, 2020
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on year-over-year (Y/Y) growth in total residential sales during October.
Market Spotlight: Tuscaloosa
January 14, 2020
Properties are selling fast in the Tuscaloosa area thus far in 2019. With an average of 56 days on market YTD, the area is the fourth fastest selling market in the ...
ACREcom20: Building the Future
January 6, 2020
Join ACRE at the 20th Annual Alabama Commercial Real Estate conference at The Club in Birmingham on Friday, February 7.
ALAres 2020: Agents of Change
January 4, 2020
Join ACRE & BAR at the 4th Annual Alabama Residential Real Estate conference at The Club in Birmingham on Thursday, February 6.
Listing Trends in Alabama’s Metro Areas (October 2019)
December 16, 2019
Since 2010, statewide months of supply has slowly dwindled to 4.0 months, and in that same time period median sales price has increased an average of 2% per year.
Single Family Building Permits Increase 18% in October 2019
December 10, 2019
Highlights from Alabama’s October 2019 Residential Sales
December 6, 2019
Markets With the Strongest Price Growth in October 2019
December 3, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on year-over-year growth in median sales price during October 2019:
Alabama In the Middle of the Pack Among the Best States For the Middle Class
December 2, 2019
Alabama tied with Florida for 29th in a recent study by Smart Asset ranking the best states for the middle class in America.
Alabama’s Fastest Selling Markets (October 2019)
November 29, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on average days on market (DOM) for closed transactions during October 2019.
Small Market Update: Third Quarter 2019
November 27, 2019
A 3Q19 review of Alabama's small residential markets.
Business Park Development Announced in Opelika Opportunity Zone
November 25, 2019
A new business park development is underway at 3000 Hi Park Drive, just northeast of the Auburn University Regional Airport in Opelika, Ala.
Ask the Experts: Construction in Alabama
November 21, 2019
Frank Anderson, business and development manager, at Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC provides some of his expertise on what issues the Alabama construction industry is facing and how Brasfield & Gorrie is ...
Alabama Homeownership Rates Down Slightly in the Third Quarter
November 18, 2019
While homeownership rates nationwide were on the rise during the third quarter of 2019, they decreased slightly in Alabama during the same period.
Market Spotlight: Birmingham
November 8, 2019
Birmingham is Alabama’s fastest selling market thus far in 2019.
How Affordable is Housing in Alabama? (Q319)
November 7, 2019
The Alabama Statewide Housing Affordability Index (AHAI) decreased 0.75% 3Q19 to 199.5 when compared to Q2’s score of 201.0.
Listing Trends in Alabama’s Residential Markets
November 7, 2019
The statewide months of supply for September 2019 is 3.9 months, down 17% from one year ago.
Statewide Average Days on Market Reaches a Record Low in September 2019
November 5, 2019
Properties sold in September 2019 moved 8 days faster than one year ago, and the statewide year-to-date DOM average improved 10.8%, dropping from 103 days in 2018 to 92 in 2019. ...
Single Family Building Permits Increase 11% in September 2019
November 4, 2019
While Alabama’s permits are up 4.8% year-to-date (YTD), they are down 0.5% in the south region and down 3.4% nationwide, hinting that new construction markets in Alabama are going against regional ...
Top 5 Most Improved Markets (September 2019)
November 1, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on year-over-year (Y/Y) growth in total residential sales during September 2019.
Top 5 Markets for New Construction (September 2019)
October 31, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on new construction as a percentage of total residential sales during September 2019.
K.C. Conway Receives American Property Tax Counsel's Martin S. Katz Memorial Award
October 30, 2019
The American Property Tax Counsel (APTC) presented its prestigious Martin S. Katz Memorial Award to ACRE Director of Research and Corporate Engagement K.C. Conway at the Annual APTC Client Seminar in ...
Highlights from Alabama’s September 2019 Residential Sales
October 25, 2019
Alabama’s Fastest Selling Markets (September 2019)
October 24, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on average days on market (DOM) for closed transactions during September 2019.
Adaptive Reuse Projects Help Revitalize Downtown Birmingham
October 23, 2019
Renewed interest in downtown Birmingham has led to a significant increase in adaptive reuse projects in recent years
Clayton McKinnon, Hoar Construction
Ask the Experts: Construction in Alabama
October 22, 2019
Clayton McKinnon, director of business development - commercial, at Hoar Construction provides some of his expertise on what issues the Alabama construction industry is facing and how Hoar is keeping up ...
Heidi Smith to Discuss TVA's Role in Economic Development at 2nd Annual NALCOM CRE Forum
October 18, 2019
Heidi Smith, Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) General Manager, Global Business, will be the keynote speaker at the 2nd Annual NALCOM CRE Forum on October 23, 2019 in Huntsville, Ala.
Sidewalk Film Center Brings Independent Cinema to Birmingham’s Theater District
October 18, 2019
Sidewalk aims to be to not only to enhance the culture of Birmingham but also to be a strong economic impact to the area.
Auburn and Hoover Among Money.com “The Best Places to Live in America”
October 16, 2019
According to money.com, Auburn and Hoover were both ranked in the top 100 best places to live in America. Auburn placed No. 66 on the list and Hoover came in ranked ...
Highlights from Alabama’s August 2019 Residential Sales
October 11, 2019
Single Family Building Permits Increase 7% in August 2019
October 9, 2019
While Alabama’s permits are up 4.1% year-to-date (YTD), they are down 2.2% in the south region and down 4.7% nationwide, hinting that new construction markets in Alabama are going against regional ...
Inventory Trends in Alabama’s Residential Markets (August 2019)
October 8, 2019
Since 2008, inventory has consistently trended downwards with approximately 23,600 listings in 2018, a decline of 42.8% from peak levels and a 9.4% decrease from the previous year.
Market Snapshot Panel at NALCOM CRE Forum
October 7, 2019
A panel of market leaders focusing on the impact of local organizations on the Huntsville community will present at the 2019 NALCOM Commerical Real Estate Forum on October 23, 2019, in ...
Alabama Wage Growth vs. Home Price Appreciation
October 2, 2019
As total wages and salaries in Alabama have been on a steady climb since 1998, the cost to purchase a home has shown a similar pattern of growth.
Top 5 Markets for New Construction (August 2019)
September 30, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on new construction as a percentage of total residential sales during August 2019.
Ronnie Lee Phillips to Discuss the CRE Market Cycle: 2020 & Beyond at the 1st Annual Alabama Appraisal Forum
September 27, 2019
Ronnie Lee Phillips, principal advisor at RealStar Realty Advisors LLC, will present on the how to use the momentum of the real estate market cycle at the 1st Annual Appraisal Institute ...
Top 5 Markets for Home Price Appreciation (August 2019)
September 26, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate has created these rankings based on median price appreciation in August 2019.
CCIM 3Q19 CRE Insights Paper
Changes in Store: 5 Predictions for the eVolution in Retail
September 25, 2019
This 3Q19 CRE report details five predictions for the future of retail real estate that debunk several primary myths behind the glut of bankruptcies and store closings in the past decade. ...
Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington to Present at the 1st Annual Appraisal Institute Fall Forum
September 25, 2019
Alabama’s Fastest Selling Markets (August 2019)
September 24, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on average days on market (DOM) for closed transactions during August 2019.
KC Conway to Preview CCIM Insights Paper “Retail e-Volution” at 1st Annual Alabama Appraisal Institute Forum
September 23, 2019
K.C. Conway will present on how the changing Alabama economy plays into retail commercial real estate via ACRE and CCIM’s new Insights paper “Retail e-Volution” on October 2, 2019, in Birmingham, ...
Highlights from Alabama’s July 2019 Residential Sales
September 10, 2019
Alabama Cities Where You Can Afford to Buy a Home with $65,000 Annual Income
September 9, 2019
According to the Alabama Housing Affordability Index for the 2Q19, there were five metro areas identified as cities where the average Alabamian making roughly $65,000 a year can afford to own a ...
Top 5 Most Improved Markets (July 2019)
September 5, 2019
Julie Melander to Discuss the Top 10 Issues in the Real Estate Industry at the 2nd Annual Alabama Retail Real Estate Forum
September 4, 2019
Melander will present the Keynote Lunch Session at the 2019 Alabama Retail Real Estate Forum powered by ICSC and ACRE on September 19, 2019, in Birmingham, Ala.
Market Spotlight: Dothan
September 4, 2019
For this month’s market spotlight we are heading to a region that accounts for approximately one-fourth of the nation’s peanut crop, Southeast Alabama.
Inventory Trends in Alabama’s Residential Markets (July 2019)
August 30, 2019
Alabama’s inventory is steadily trending downwards, declining 10% Y/Y in July 2019.
Top 5 Markets for Home Price Appreciation: July 2019
August 30, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on median price appreciation in July 2019.
Single Family Building Permits Increase 8% in July
August 29, 2019
While Alabama’s permits are up 3.7% year-to-date (YTD), permits are down 3.3% in the south region and down 5.5% nationwide, hinting that new construction markets in Alabama are going against regional ...
Top 5 Markets for New Construction (July 2019)
August 27, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on new construction as a percentage of total residential sales during July.
Alabama’s Fastest Selling Markets (July 2019)
August 26, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on average days on market (DOM) for closed transactions during July 2019.
Brian Lindley to Discuss Chick-fil-A’s Caring Strategy at the 2nd Annual Alabama Retail Real Estate Forum
August 23, 2019
Brian Lindley, executive director of real estate at Chick-fil-A, will present on Chick-fil-A’s commitment to Franchisees and to customer care and how that has played out over time.
KC Conway to Retell the Retail Story at the 2nd Annual Alabama Retail Real Estate Forum
August 16, 2019
KC Conway, director of research and corporate engagement at the Alabama Center for Real Estate, will present on the changing landscape of retail real estate. Conway will touch on adaptive reuse, ...
NFIB Reporting Small Business Optimism High
August 15, 2019
The latest NFIB Small Business Optimism Index for the July 2019 period just registered it second highest reading for 2019.
Industrial Real Estate Forecast
August 11, 2019
Industrial continues to be the darling of the commercial real estate industry, but what impact could tariffs, new supply, and our economic cycle have on the sector?
House Price Index for Mobile Metro Area Nearing Pre-Recession Peak
August 9, 2019
Mobile’s house price index is on the rise and if current price appreciation trends continue, the index will reach a new high of 192.33 by the end of 2019.
Industry Panel to Discuss Tenants Changing the Retail Landscape at the 2nd Annual Alabama Retail Real Estate Forum
August 7, 2019
The ICSC Retail Real Estate Forum will feature a panel of retail industry innovators focusing on strategies for retail success, online integration and customer loyalty through brand experience.
Single Family Building Permits Rebound in June
August 6, 2019
While permits for new single family housing units decreased 8% nationally and 8.7% in the south region, they rebounded in Alabama during June.
Arlington Properties Jim Dixon to Deliver Lunch Keynote at at the 4th Annual Alabama Real Estate Management Forum
August 6, 2019
Jim Dixon, President of Arlington Properties, will present on the importance of fostering a strong culture and a commitment to a vision in the real estate industry at the 2019 Alabama ...
Small Market Update: Second Quarter 2019
August 5, 2019
A 2Q19 review of Alabama's small residential markets.
Boxer Properties and Stemmons Enterprise Andrew Segal to Discuss the Impact of Technology on the Next Generation of Property Managers at the 4th Annual Alabama Real Estate Management Forum
July 30, 2019
Andrew Segal, Chairman and CEO of Boxer Properties and Co-Founder of Stemmons Enterprise, will present on what skills the next generation of property managers will need at the Alabama Real Estate ...
Top 5 Most Improved Markets (Junen 2019)
July 29, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created the following rankings based on year-over-year (Y/Y) growth in total residential sales during June 2019.
Top 5 Markets for Home Price Appreciation: June 2019
July 26, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on median price appreciation in June 2019:
5Q Cyber’s Don Goldstein to Discuss the Importance of Cyber Security in Commercial Real Estate at the 4th Annual Alabama Real Estate Management Forum
July 24, 2019
Don Goldstein, CEO of 5Q Cyber, will present on trending cyber security issues within the commercial real estate industry at the 2019 Alabama Real Estate Management Forum powered by IREM and ...
Inventory Trends in Alabama’s Residential Markets (June 2019)
July 23, 2019
Alabama’s Fastest Selling Markets (June 2019)
July 19, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on average days on market (DOM) for closed transactions during June 2019.
Top 5 Markets for New Construction (June 2019)
July 18, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on new construction as a percentage of total residential sales during June 2019.
NiceNets’ Chuck Niswonger to Discuss Big Data and AI Technology at the 4th Annual Alabama Real Estate Management Forum
July 11, 2019
Chuck Niswonger, President at NiceNets Consulting LLC and Chairman of the Investment Management Advisory Council, will present on big data and AI technology at the 2019 Alabama Real Estate Management Forum. ...
New Construction Permits Decline in May, Up 3% YTD
July 1, 2019
While permits for new single family housing units increased 6.5% nationally and 8.8% in the south region, they decreased in Alabama during May.
Inventory Trends in Alabama’s Residential Markets
June 30, 2019
Alabama’s residential market today is quite different from that during the Great Recession, mostly because inventory levels have been tight for several years now, while total sales are at record levels. ...
Alabama’s Fastest Selling Markets
June 29, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on average days on market (DOM) for closed transactions during May.
Top 5 Markets for New Construction
June 28, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on new construction as a percentage of total residential sales during May.
Top 5 Most Improved Markets - May 2019
June 27, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created thse rankings based on year-over-year (y/y) growth in total residential sales during May 2019.
Top 5 Markets for Home Price Appreciation - May 2019
June 25, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on median price appreciation in May 2019.
Population as a Driver of Total Home Sales
June 14, 2019
A graphical look at total homes sales in Alabama from January - April 2019 through the lens of population size.
Statewide Home Sales on Pace for Another Record Year
June 13, 2019
A graphical look at Alabama residential home sales in January, February, March and April from 2004-2019.
June Jobs Perspectives
June 7, 2019
Just when things were going so well the first four months of 2019, the Vroom economy has had to pull off the race track for a refueling pit stop.
Inventory Trends in Alabama’s Residential Markets
June 7, 2019
Inventory statewide is trending downwards, declining 10.4 percent y/y in the first quarter of 2018.
How Affordable is Housing in Alabama?
June 5, 2019
Real estate markets throughout Alabama had a strong first quarter in 2019.
Small Market Update: Quarter 4
June 3, 2019
A 1Q19 review of Alabama's small residential markets.
Top 5 Markets for Home Price Appreciation
May 31, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on median price appreciation in April 2019.
New Construction Permits Up Again in April
May 29, 2019
While permits for new single family housing units declined 4.3 percent nationwide and 5.8 percent in the south region, they increased in Alabama during April.
Top 5 Most Improved Markets
May 22, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on year-over-year growth in total residential sales during April 2019.
Top 5 Markets for New Construction
May 21, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on new construction as a percentage of total residential sales during April 2019.
Alabama’s Fastest Selling Markets
May 20, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on average days on market (DOM) for closed transactions during April 2019.
The Impact of Baby Boomers on the Housing Market
May 17, 2019
The approaching increase in the older American population calls for swift action to produce affordable housing, enhance accessibility and aging in place tactics, and form a variety of housing selections. ...
Inventory Trends in Alabama’s Residential Markets
May 6, 2019
Inventory statewide is trending downwards, declining 9.9 percent y/y in the first quarter of 2019.
New Construction Permits Rebound in March
April 30, 2019
While permits for new single family housing units declined 9 percent nationwide and 2.8 percent in the south region, they increased in Alabama during March 2019.
Alabama’s Fastest Selling Markets - March 2019
April 29, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on average days on market (DOM) for closed transactions during March 2019.
ACRE Unveils New "exploRE” Multimedia Platform
April 25, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate (ACRE) today announced its newly designed multimedia platform.
Top 5 Most Improved Markets
April 24, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on year-over-year (YoY) growth in total residential sales during March.
Top 5 Markets for New Construction
April 23, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on new construction as a percentage of total residential sales during March.
Alabama Counties with the Largest Property Tax Payments in 2018
April 17, 2019
Although Alabamians pay their property taxes in October, taxes are on everyone’s mind as federal and state income tax returns are due in April.
New Construction Permits Decline in February 2019
April 15, 2019
Alabama was not immune to the permit slowdowns seen nationally and within the south region.
ADDITIONAL CONTRIBUTION BY CHRISTIAN SCHOERNER
What Is the Best Month to Sell a House?
April 9, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate addressed this question by analyzing closed transactions from the state’s metro areas in 2018.
Alabama’s Fastest Selling Markets - February 2019
April 2, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on average days on market (DOM) for closed transactions during February.
Top 5 Markets for Home Price Appreciation
April 1, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on median price appreciation in February.
Top 5 Most Improved Markets
March 26, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on year-over-year (YoY) growth in total residential sales during February.
Top 5 Markets for New Construction In February
March 25, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on new construction as a percentage of total residential sales during February.
Price-to-Rent Ratio
March 22, 2019
One crucial metric can be used as a tell-all on whether or not the market is strong for income-producing residential properties - Price-to-Rent ratio.
additional contribution by Christian Schoerner
Five Alabama Markets to Watch in 2019
March 20, 2019
While it will be intriguing to see how statewide real estate performs in 2019, there are five local markets we are keeping our eye on: Phenix City, Mobile, Huntsville, Athens, and ...
Alabama Begins 2019 With Gain in New Single Family Permits
March 19, 2019
A prolonged slowdown in new construction activity at the nationwide level could be interpreted as a warning sign for Alabama’s new construction market, although the downturn would not hit Alabama until ...
Top 5 Metro Areas for Single Family Building Permits in 2018
March 12, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on total single family building permits in 2018.
Strategies to Address Office Tenant Improvement Allowances
February 28, 2019
There are two ways to address the Tenant Improvement Allowance, a very important component of your office lease.
Top 5 Most Improved Markets in January
February 27, 2019
Top 5 Markets for New Construction In January
February 26, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on new construction as a percentage of total residential sales during January.
Alabama’s Fastest Selling Markets - February 2019
February 25, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on average days on market (DOM) for closed transactions during January 2019.
Overcoming Self Doubt
February 22, 2019
Self-doubt is one of the most difficult hurdles to overcome. It can become a persistent, powerful voice that holds us back from stepping out and daring boldly!
Logistics Infrastructure Unprepared for E-Commerce
February 19, 2019
“Logistics Infrastructure: Transformational Opportunities” highlights the importance and impact of logistics infrastructure on the “why” and “where” decisions for commercial real estate.
How Affordable is Housing in Alabama?
February 14, 2019
The Alabama Housing Affordability Index (AHAI) for the fourth quarter of 2018 increased 1.88 percent from the third quarter score of 183.8 to 187.3.
Small Market Update: Quarter 4
February 10, 2019
A 4Q18 review of Alabama's small residential markets.
NAR's Amanda Stinton to Discuss Sustainability at the 3rd Annual Alabama Residential Real Estate Conference
February 4, 2019
Amanda Stinton, director of leadership & sustainability for the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), will present at the third annual Alabama Residential Real Estate Conference and Expo on February 7 at The ...
Opportunity Alabama Founder Alex Flachsbart to speak at ACREcom
January 31, 2019
Alex Flachsbart, founder of Opportunity Alabama, will present during the afternoon session at the 19th Annual Alabama Commercial Real Estate Conference & Expo (ACREcom) on Friday February 8, 2019, at The ...
Annemarie DiCola to Present Lunch Keynote Address at ACREcom
January 29, 2019
Annemarie DiCola, CEO of Trepp LLC and 2019 Chair of the Counselors of Real Estate, will present the lunch keynote address at the 19th Annual Alabama Commercial Real Estate Conference & ...
Alabama’s Fastest Selling Markets
January 24, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on average days on market (DOM) for closed transactions during December.
Top 5 Most Improved Markets in December
January 23, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on year-over-year (YOY) growth in total residential sales during December.
Academic Panel Will Provide Insights to CRE Outlook and Emerging Trends at ACREcom19
January 22, 2019
The afternoon session of the 19th Annual Alabama Commercial Real Estate Conference & Expo (ACREcom) will feature a first of its kind, academic roundtable with the leading thought leaders from universities ...
Top 5 Markets for New Construction In December
January 17, 2019
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on new construction as a percentage of total residential sales during December 2018.
Steve Weikal to Present Morning Keynote Address at ACREcom
January 16, 2019
Steve Weikal, the Head of Industry Relations at the MIT Center for Real Estate, will present the morning keynote address at the 19th Annual Alabama Commercial Real Estate Conference & Expo on ...
Jim Lawrence to Moderate Panel at ACREres 2019
January 15, 2019
Renowned and beloved real estate educator Jim Lawrence will lead the RRC panel at ACREres, the Alabama Center for Real Estate’s third annual residential real estate conference and expo on February ...
Alabama’s Fastest Selling Markets
December 29, 2018
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on average days on market (DOM) for closed transactions during November 2018.
Top 5 Most Improved Markets in November
December 28, 2018
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on year-over-year (YOY) growth in total residential sales during November.
ACREres 2019: Leading EDGE
December 20, 2018
The third annual ACREres residential conference and expo will be held on Thursday, February 7, 2019, at The Club in Birmingham.
Top 5 Markets for New Construction In November
December 19, 2018
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on new construction as a percentage of total residential sales during November.
Top 5 Metro Areas for Year-To-Date Building Permits
December 11, 2018
Single-family building permits for new construction in the United States, the Southern region, and statewide in Alabama all increased in October of 2018 compared to last month and last year. ...
Top 5 Markets for Year-to-Date Home Price Appreciation
December 4, 2018
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on year-to-date median price appreciation through October 2018.
Top 5 Most Improved Markets in October
December 3, 2018
The Alabama Center for Real Estate these rankings based on year-over-year (YOY) growth in total residential sales during October.
Alabama Center for Real Estate and CCIM Institute Release 4Q18 Paper
November 28, 2018
K.C. Conway, ACRE’s Director of Research and Corporate Engagement and the CCIM Institute’s Chief Economist, released a white paper on November 27, 2018, titled "Commercial Real Estate Finance Disruption: Deja Vu ...
Top 5 Fastest Selling Markets in October
November 27, 2018
Fall 2018 real estate statewide has been strong in Alabama, including increases in total sales and median price.
Top 5 Markets for New Construction In October
November 26, 2018
Rankings created based on new construction as a percentage of total residential sales during October.
Opportunity Zone Update: New Guidelines Provide Clarity
November 20, 2018
Recently, the Trump administration released 74 pages of new proposed regulations for opportunity zones geared toward increasing tax-advantaged investments in low-income areas
Top 5 Counties for Year-To-Date Building Permits
November 14, 2018
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on total year-to-date single family building permits through September 2018.
Battle of the Liens – Lender vs. Builder!
November 12, 2018
The Alabama Supreme Court recently reached a controversial decision on whose lien takes priority – the Lender's mortgage or a builder's materialman lien –when a builder is not paid for his ...
Top 5 Markets for Year-to-Date Home Price Appreciation
November 5, 2018
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created this ranking based on year-to-date median price appreciation through September.
Highlights from September Residential Sales
October 31, 2018
In Alabama, inventory levels continue to decline as residential listings decreased 8.9 percent from one year ago.
Top 5 Most Improved Markets in September
October 29, 2018
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on year-over-year (YOY) growth in total residential sales during September.
Can Modular Homes Solve the Affordable Housing Crisis?
October 23, 2018
Modular homes are becoming a beautifully-designed, energy-efficient, affordable option for housing.
Top 5 Markets for New Construction In September
October 19, 2018
The statewide new construction market is in growth mode.
Data Trends to Watch in Alabama Real Estate
October 15, 2018
Nationwide trends are analyzed to gain insight regarding what lies ahead for real estate markets in Alabama.
Top 5 Markets for Price Appreciation through August
October 9, 2018
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on year-to-date median price appreciation through August.
What are the Top Ranked Metro Areas to Live in Alabama?
October 5, 2018
We’ve ranked the top MSA markets in Alabama based on 5 key determinants.
Delinquency and Foreclosure Rates in Alabama’s Metro Areas
October 2, 2018
Through the first quarter of 2018, both the United States and Alabama experienced a decrease in their foreclosure and delinquency rates.
Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of The Fair Housing Act
October 1, 2018
It’s crucial on Fair Housing’s golden anniversary to bring awareness to the many unaddressed issues involving housing discrimination.
Highlights from Alabama’s August Residential Sales
September 26, 2018
In Alabama, inventory shortages are the norm as residential listings decreased 11.4 percent from one year ago.
Top 5 Most Improved Markets in August
September 21, 2018
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created these rankings based on year-over-year (YOY) growth in total residential sales during August.
Top 5 Markets for New Construction in August
September 20, 2018
Highlights from Alabama’s July Residential Sales
September 5, 2018
A snapshot of Alabama's July 2018 residential sales featuring significant statistics and graphs.
Top 5 Markets for Year-To-Date Price Appreciation Through July
August 24, 2018
The Alabama Center for Real Estate created the price appreciation rankings based on year-to-date median price appreciation through July.
Top 5 Markets for New Construction in July
August 20, 2018
Sales volume for newly constructed residential housing in Alabama increased 11.9 percent YoY from 620 to 694 transactions.
How Does Alabama’s Homeownership Rate Compare to the National Average?
August 15, 2018
National homeownership rates have gradually increased to their current level of 64.3 percent during the second quarter of 2018.
Top 5 Markets for New Construction During June
August 8, 2018
New construction sales represented 13.6 percent of all residential sales statewide during June, up from 13.5 percent last month and up from 12.6 percent one year ago.
Alabama’s Most Improved Markets During the Second Quarter
August 7, 2018
Alabama’s two fastest growing markets were in the southeast region of the state.
4 of the 6 markets with the largest growth in median sales price were in north Alabama
Second Quarter Home Price Appreciation Rankings
July 25, 2018
4 of the 6 markets with the largest growth in median sales price were in north Alabama
ACRE Welcomes New Leadership Council Members
July 20, 2018
The Alabama Center for Real Estate has added eight new members to its Leadership Council in 2018.
Announcing the 3rd Alabama Real Estate Management Summit
July 19, 2018
On Thursday, August 23, 2018 the Institute of Real Estate Management will host the third annual Alabama Real Estate Management Summit powered by the Alabama Center for Real Estate at Burr ...
Which Counties Have the Most Single Family Building Permit Activity in 2018?
July 13, 2018
Will the single family building permit increase continue?
Analysts expect lumber prices to drop up to 50 percent in the next two years
Rising Material Costs and Labor Shortages Don’t Slow Alabama’s New Construction Market
July 11, 2018
What challenges do Alabama home builders face as we enter the late summer months?
Alabama Sees Decrease in Mortgage Delinquency and Foreclosure
July 3, 2018
Will the first quarter trend continue?
Alabama Homeowners Gained over $15 Billion in Value During the Last Year
July 2, 2018
The average homeowner in Alabama gained over $9,500 in home equity over the last year.
Developers Face Additional Hurdle In Exercising Property Rights
Graffiti As Urban Blight Or Protected Street Art?
June 27, 2018
Moving forward, an issue for developers to consider will include what precautions must be taken if the project involves removing graffiti art.
Fairytale vs. Fact: The Anatomy of the First Time Home Buyer
June 12, 2018
The anatomy of the first time home buyer seems to change depending on which article you read or who you ask - but most of them are just plain fiction. ...
Fair Housing Center of North Alabama Celebrating 25 Years
June 4, 2018
FHCNA’s 25th Anniversary Celebration will be held on June 14 at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Report from the Emerging Business and Technology Forum
Robots and New Realities
May 18, 2018
The Emerging Business and Technology Forum (EBITS) was held during the REALTORS® Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo on May 17, 2018, at the Omni Shoreham in Washington, DC.
Service Animals And Assistance Animals In Alabama – Landlords’ Requirement To Accommodate
May 1, 2018
Because of the confusion between state law and federal law regarding the definition of service animals, assistance animals, and what may be requested by a landlord that has a no-pets policy, ...
KC Conway and Stuart Norton to Speak at ACREres
April 26, 2018
Alabama Center for Real Estate’s director of research and corporate engagement, KC Conway, and research coordinator, Stuart Norton, will detail the current state of Alabama’s residential real estate climate and the ...
Dr. Alexa Chilcutt to Speak at ACREres
April 22, 2018
Methods of business communication have changed and continue to change at a rapid pace, but the ways in which we build trust, rapport, and our own credibility in the marketplace are ...
Dana Duckworth to Speak at ACREres
April 13, 2018
University of Alabama’s head gymnastics coach, Dana Duckworth will deliver the lunch keynote at ACREres, the Alabama Center for Real Estate’s second annual residential real estate conference and expo on May ...
The Expansion of Landlords' Remedies under the Alabama Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act
April 11, 2018
The Amendment to the Alabama Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act clearly grants a landlord greater rights to terminate residential leases moving forward.
Making the Right Office Space Decisions as a Government Contractor
April 9, 2018
Jessica Lautz to Speak at ACREres
April 5, 2018
Lautz will explore the make-up of first-time home buyers, the driving forces in home-ownership, and how Realtors can reach and attract future buyers and sellers.
Announcement of ACREres 2018 Theme and Speakers
February 28, 2018
The second annual ACREres residential real estate conference and expo will be held on May 3, 2018, at The Club in Birmingham.
Chad Emerson and KC Conway to Speak at ICSC’s 2018 Gulf South Conference
February 27, 2018
The International Council of Shopping Center’s 2018 Gulf South Conference is in New Orleans on February 28 - March 2.
Five Data Sources to Supplement CRE Evaluations
February 23, 2018
KC Conway offers alternate data sources to supplement cursory commercial real estate evaluation techniques.
Using percent change from 2016 to 2017 to compare Alabama's residential markets
Annual Trends in Alabama's Residential Real Estate Markets
February 22, 2018
Millennial Brokers: The Barrier to Entry in CRE
February 15, 2018
What is driving millennials to choose cottages over commercial?
How far out should my company start our search for office space?
February 1, 2018
As your company grows or changes throughout its lifetime, you may find yourself moving offices many times.
David Skinner to Speak at ACREcom
January 30, 2018
David Skinner of David Skinner Attorney at Law will be speaking at ACREcom 2018, Alabama Center for Real Estate’s eighteenth annual commercial real estate conference and expo on February 9, 2018, ...
The 50th Anniversary of the Fair Housing Act is a Great Opportunity to Rethink Our Fair Housing Practices
January 18, 2018
Much has changed since the passage of the Fair Housing Act in April of 1968.
Stephen McNair to Speak at ACREcom 2018
January 17, 2018
Stephen McNair, owner and senior consultant of McNair Historic Tax Preservation Incorporated, will be speaking at ACREcom 2018, Alabama Center for Real Estate’s eighteenth annual commercial real estate conference and expo ...
Alabama's Real Estate Professionals Are Optimistic Going into 2018
January 11, 2018
The professional real estate community’s outlook for 1st Quarter 2018 moved even higher than last years’ robust expectations.
Christopher Lee to Speak at ACREcom
January 10, 2018
Christopher Lee, president and CEO of CEL Associates, will be speaking at ACREcom 2018, Alabama Center for Real Estate’s eighteenth annual commercial real estate conference and expo on February 9, 2018 ...
Why the Office Market Should Turn to Triple Net Leases
January 9, 2018
The Power of Managing Closing Costs in a Home Purchase
January 5, 2018
Closing costs can vary depending on lenders, the state you reside in, the price of the home, and even the day of the month the closing takes place.
Kathy Deck to Speak at ACREcom 2018
January 3, 2018
Kathy Deck, Director of Community and Economic Partnerships for Culverhouse College of Commerce at the University of Alabama, will be speaking at ACREcom, the Alabama Center for Real Estate’s eighteenth annual ...
Jim Newsome to Speak at ACREcom 2018
December 19, 2017
Jim Newsome, President and CEO of the South Carolina Ports Authority, headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, will be speaking at ACREcom on February 9, 2018 at The Club in Birmingham.
KC Conway to Speak at ACREcom 2018
December 6, 2017
KC Conway will identify economic disruptors and communicate innovative solutions to mitigate risk and maximize opportunity at ACRE’s eighteenth annual commercial real estate expo on February 9, 2018 at The Club ...
Announcement of ACREcom 2018 Theme & Speakers
November 21, 2017
The 18th annual ACREcom commercial real estate conference and expo will be held on February 9, 2018 at the The Club in Birmingham.
Raise the Roof for Sonya
November 20, 2017
Graduate students from the marketing program in the University of Alabama’s Culverhouse College of Commerce and the Habitat for Humanity UA Campus Chapter aim to raise $100,000.
Retail’s Pain is Industrial’s Gain: The Convergence of Retail and Industrial CRE Sectors
November 17, 2017
High-tech disruptions in the mainstream marketplace are creating a brilliant convergence between retail and industrial sectors.
Bidding for Business: Online Auctions in an Evolving Real Estate Industry
November 10, 2017
The real estate industry is expanding with great virility, to include the evolution of online auctions.
Low Income Housing in Alabama in 2017
November 2, 2017
Alabama ranks among the most affordable places to live in the United States
Chad Emerson: The Details In Downtowns
October 26, 2017
High-end shopping and living are shifting back downtown.
Self-Storage in State of Alabama – Hotter Than Ever
October 23, 2017
Why self-storage is a solid investment in Alabama.
The Future of Retail Real Estate
October 10, 2017
The future for data-smart brick and mortar retail is bright.
ACRE Adds Director of Research & Corporate Engagement
October 6, 2017
Alabama week in real estate 9/30/17
September 30, 2017
Week in real estate
Alabama Week in Real Estate (9/9/17
September 10, 2017
Alabama Week in Real Estate
REAL Charts: Alabama housing inventory falls in July, sales hold steady
September 6, 2017
Alabama housing inventory falls in July, sales hold steady
Alabama Week in Real Estate (9/2/17
September 3, 2017
Alabama Week in Real Estate
Alabama Week in Real Estate (August 26)
August 27, 2017
Alabama Week in Real Estate (August 26)
Alabama Week in Real Estate (August 19)
August 19, 2017
Alabama Week in Real Estate (August 19)
REAL Charts: New construction home sales up over last year
August 18, 2017
New construction home sales up over last year
Alabama Week in Real Estate (August 12)
August 12, 2017
Alabama Week in Real Estate (August 5)
Alabama Week in Real Estate (July 22)
July 23, 2017
Alabama Week in Real Estate (July 22)
Alabama Week in Real Estate (July 15)
July 14, 2017
Alabama Week in Real Estate (July 15)
Alabama land broker instructs Kansas Realtors, bringing ALC designation course to Montgomery
July 12, 2017
Alabama land broker instructs Kansas City Realtors
REAL Charts: Alabama new construction sales up in May
July 10, 2017
Alabama new construction sales up in May
Alabama Week in Real Estate (July 8)
July 9, 2017
Alabama Week in Real Estate (July 8)
AI technology could have lasting impact on real estate
July 7, 2017
AI technology could have lasting impact on real estate
Alabama Week in Real Estate (July 1)
July 2, 2017
Alabama Week in Real Estate (July 1)
VIDEO: Historic tax credit expert talks new bill, potential for more projects
June 30, 2017
Historic tax credit expert talks new bill, potential for more projects
Alabama Week in Real Estate (June 24)
June 24, 2017
Alabama Week in Real Estate (June 24)
Alabama Real Estate Management Summit returning August 25
June 23, 2017
Alabama Real Estate Management Summit returning August 25
Aging population could have impact on real estate market
June 22, 2017
Aging population could have tremendous impact on real estate market
South had one of the highest percentages of single-family tear-down starts in 2016
June 20, 2017
South had one of the highest percentages of single-family tear-down starts in 2016
Alabama's Week in Real Estate (June 17)
June 18, 2017
Alabama real estate news for this week
Alabama remains hot spot for home flipping
June 15, 2017
Alabama remains hot spot for home flipping
Alabama loan performance continues to improve
June 14, 2017
Alabama loan performance continues to improve
Alabama Week in Real Estate (6/10/17)
June 10, 2017
Alabama Week in Real Estate 5/27/17
What type of office lease did you sign?
June 8, 2017
James Lomax with Colliers International talks lease types
Where does Alabama stand on age of construction workers?
June 7, 2017
Where does Alabama stand on age of construction workers?
REAL Charts: April new home sales up from last year
June 1, 2017
New Construction numbers are in for April
Potential for more rural projects, new oversight committee among notable changes to Historic Tax program
May 30, 2017
What's changed about Alabama's Historic Tax program?
Days on the market falling nationwide and in Alabama
May 26, 2017
Days on the market falling nationwide and in Alabama
Alabama Week in Real Estate 5/20/17
May 22, 2017
Alabama Week in Real Estate 5/20/17
Alabama sales up, market more balanced during 2017's opening months
May 15, 2017
Alabama sales up, market more balanced during 2017's opening months
Alabama Week in Real Estate (WiRE) 5/13/17
May 14, 2017
Alabama Week in Real Estate (WiRE) 5/13/17
Lomax: Why the lease term matters
May 12, 2017
Lomax: Why the lease term matters
REAL Trends: Alabama leader in percentage of cash sales
May 10, 2017
REAL Trends: Alabama leader in percentage of cash sales
How do credit scores affect home insurance rates for Alabamians?
May 9, 2017
Home insurance rates are affected by credit scores
Alabama Week in Real Estate (WiRE) 5/6/17
May 7, 2017
Alabama Week in Real Estate (WiRE) 5/6/17
Scenes from the first Alabama Residential Real Estate Conference & Expo
May 5, 2017
A look at the first Alabama Residential Real Estate Conference & Expo
Alabama expert weighs in on mortgage rates, new home stock
May 3, 2017
Mortgage lender on current rate situation
Alabama Week in Real Estate (WiRE) 4/29/17
April 30, 2017
Alabama Week in Real Estate 4/29/17
Limited seating available for ACREres
April 28, 2017
Just a few seats remain for Alabama residential conference
It's time to go green: Study shows demand for sustainability growing with homebuyers
April 27, 2017
Homebuyers are looking at sustainability more.
Gallup: Most believe home values in the South will rise
April 27, 2017
Gallup poll indicates most believe home prices will rise in the South.
ACRE releases Alabama Affordability Index for 1Q 2017
April 26, 2017
ACRE releases Alabama Affordability Index for 1Q 2017
Atlanta mega agent says young Realtors can take advantage of technology
April 24, 2017
Robert Bairstow will be a panelist on the ACREres panel discussion May 4.
Five things to know in real estate this week
April 24, 2017
Alabama Week in Real Estate (WiRE) 4/22/17
April 23, 2017
Alabama Week in Real Estate (WiRE) 4/15/22
ACREres panelist shares keys to success in real estate
April 21, 2017
One ACREres panelist says marketing plans has been successful.
ACRE adds new team member
April 21, 2017
ACRE brings on Education & Marketing Coordinator.
What does a Landlord mean when they say, 'Operating Expenses?'
April 20, 2017
Colliers International's James Lomax gives insights into what landlords mean when they say "operating expenses."
REAL Charts: Alabama new home sales up in February
April 19, 2017
Alabama new home sales up slightly in February.
ACREres panelist says young Realtors can win by adapting to proven methods
April 18, 2017
Cathy Alley will be one of four mega agents to serve on the ACREres panel May 4.
Builder confidence remains solid for April
April 17, 2017
Builder confidence remains solid in April.
Alabama Week in Real Estate (WiRE) 4/15/17
April 16, 2017
Dominating the market: Chattanooga mega agent on what distinguishes the most successful Realtors
April 13, 2017
Todd Henon has almost 20 years of experience in the real estate industry in Chattanooga.
Southeast mega agents to headline ACREres panel
April 11, 2017
Some of the top real estate agents in the Southeast will speak at ACREres on May 4.
Alabama Week in Real Estate (WiRE) 4/8/17
April 9, 2017
Alabama Week in Real Estate (WiRE) 4/8/17.
ACRE releases 2Q Real Estate Confidence Index
April 7, 2017
Second quarter 2017 Alabama Real Estate Outlook Very Optimistic.
AHFA revises sales price limits for Mortgage Credit Certificates: Here's what that means for homebuyers
April 6, 2017
The Alabama Housing Finance Authority announced last month that it has revised the sales price limits for borrowers using the agency’s Mortgage Credit Certificate.
Fannie Mae study sheds light on homeownership education
April 4, 2017
Homeownership education/counseling highlighted in recent study.
Alabama Week in Real Estate (WiRE) 4/1/17
April 1, 2017
Alabama Week in Real Estate for 4/1/17
If content is king, then distribution is queen: ACREres presenters to talk dissemination of content
March 29, 2017
Industry veterans to talk distribution for Realtors at ACREres.
Rent-to-Revenue Ratio and why it's important to your business
March 28, 2017
Knowing rent-to-revenue ratio is important for clients.
Alabama Week in Real Estate (WiRE) 3/25/17
March 25, 2017
Alabama Week in Real Estate for 3/25/17.
Sirote's Levitt to headline Realtor Land Institute Spring Conference April 20-21
March 22, 2017
Alabama chapter of the Realtor Land Institute will hold its Spring Conference April 20-21.
ACREres: 'Wow sellers, win listings and inspire referrals'
March 16, 2017
ACREres will take place May 4 at The Club atop Red Mountain in Birmingham.
How will population affect housing over the next 10 years?
March 15, 2017
Home sales in the next 10 years will be affected by a rising population.
Alabama Week in Real Estate (WiRE) 3/11/17
March 11, 2017
Alabama Week in Real Estate 3/11/17.
Despite shortage and cost burden, Alabama fares better than most states on ELI affordability and availability
March 9, 2017
Every state, including Alabama has a shortage of housing units available for extremely low income renters.
Alabama homes post equity gain in 4Q compared to 2015
March 9, 2017
Alabama sees some equity gains in homes across the state compared to 4Q 2015.
Five things to know about ACRE's upcoming residential real estate conference, ACREres
March 8, 2017
ACRE will host ACREres, a residential real estate conference, May 4 at the Club in Birmingham.
Alabama still among the lowest for property taxes
March 8, 2017
Alabama ranks second in the country for lowest property taxes.
Two things that could change Alabama's previous historic tax credit program
March 6, 2017
Historic tax credits are back on the table in Alabama.
Alabama Week in Real Estate (WiRE) 3/4/17
March 4, 2017
Alabama Week in Real Estate for March 4, 2017
Expectations for Alabama's real estate market in 2017
March 3, 2017
What are some things to expect out of Alabama in terms of home prices?
All-cash sales fall in Alabama
March 3, 2017
All-cash sales have fallen slightly in Alabama.
Video: Southeastern Land Group's Jonathan Goode visits ACRE
March 2, 2017
Jonathan Goode of Southeastern Land Group visits the Alabama Center for Real Estate.
Here's what to look for when getting a CRE appraisal
March 1, 2017
Here's a few things to look for when getting a CRE appraisal.
Historic tax credit could help meet demand in changing urban centers
March 1, 2017
Urban centers are changing, and demand for office and apartment space is increasing.
New tool available to measure housing affordability
February 27, 2017
A new tool is available to measure housing affordability by income throughout the United States.
Single women outpacing male counterparts in home buying
February 27, 2017
Single women now make up 17 percent of home buyers.
Week in Real Estate (WiRE) week of 2/25/17
February 25, 2017
Alabama Week in Real Estate for 2/25/17.
CRE industry expecting stable growth in 2017
February 23, 2017
Commercial Real Estate forecast shows stable growth for industry in 2017.
Historic tax credit impact: Smaller cities, as well as large urban centers, could benefit long term
February 21, 2017
Alabama's historic tax credit has had an impact on several cities, but that could stretch to smaller communities in the future, experts say.
Misconceptions about homeownership: 'A battle the industry fights every day'
February 20, 2017
Many aspiring homeowners have misconceptions about mortgage requirements.
Alabama Week in Real Estate (Week ending 2/18)
February 19, 2017
Check out the headlines this week in real estate.
Vision from the C-Suite: ACREcon panel discussion tackles 2017 economy
February 16, 2017
Panelists offer insights on the 2017 economy during ACREcon's Vision from the C-Suite.
Alabama foreclosure inventory continues decline in December
February 15, 2017
Alabama foreclosure inventory dropped by another 24 percent in December.
Five ways the Alabama Historic Tax Credit program could be improved
February 7, 2017
A recent study of Alabama's Historic Tax Credit program included a few suggestions for improvement.
Insights from the C-Suite: Real Estate heavyweights to weigh in CRE outlook at ACREcon
February 2, 2017
ACREcon 2017 will feature some of CRE's biggest heavyweights from across Alabama.
Alabama foreclosure inventory down from a year ago
February 1, 2017
The number of homes in foreclosure in Alabama has fallen since November 2015.
Top four potential hurdles for home buyers in 2017
January 31, 2017
Home buyers will face a number of challenges when entering the market in 2017.
Technology in real estate will continue to advance in 2017
January 30, 2017
Expect more changes in real estate technology for 2017.
A day in the life of a real estate property manager
January 26, 2017
Property managers give students a glimpse into foundation of real estate.
What does HUD's insurance premium reversal mean for real estate?
January 23, 2017
A new FHA policy announced days before the inauguration was reversed before it could take hold. Find out what impact this could have on real estate.
Rents in Alabama's major markets on the rise, consistent with the rest of the nation
January 18, 2017
How do Alabama's apartment rents stack up against the rest of the country?
Five tips to Realtor productivity on an Alabama snow day
January 17, 2017
Snow days can cause delays, but here are some tips for Realtors to stay busy during snowy weather.
REAL Charts: Alabama new home sales up in November
January 13, 2017
New home sales in November are up compared to October and the previous November.
What does Trump's presidency mean for business in 2017?
January 11, 2017
A new administration could mean big changes for American businesses.
Federal Home Loan Bank-Atlanta AHP Competitive application deadline Feb. 2
January 5, 2017
The deadline for FHLB-Atlanta's AHP Competitive is less than a month away.
New FHA report could spell good news for Alabama home buyers
January 3, 2017
A new report by the Federal government could spell good news for Alabama home buyers.
Rate hike culmination of year that included Brexit, the Cubs and Donald Trump
December 21, 2016
How does the Fed rate hike stack up against other big events in 2016?
What affect will the FED's decision have on housing?
December 19, 2016
Will the Federal Reserve's decision to raise the Federal Fund Rate affect housing at all?
How will hot multifamily market be affected by higher rates?
December 16, 2016
The apartment sector remained hot in 2016, as investors looked to secondary and tertiary markets as viable places to put investment dollars.
Birmingham CRE professionals weigh in on FED rate increase
December 15, 2016
The Federal Reserve raised interest rates for the first time in a year this week.
Some look to 'health sharing' as alternative to health insurance
December 13, 2016
For Realtors, health sharing may be a viable alternative to health insurance.
Alabama foreclosure inventory down significantly from 2015
December 13, 2016
Foreclosures and foreclosure inventory is down in Alabama from 2015.
Alabama Affordable Housing Index ticks up in 3Q
December 6, 2016
Alabama Affordability Index hits 186.5 for third quarter.
See where Alabama's residential construction employment stands with the rest of the country
December 5, 2016
Residential construction employment in Alabama above 30,000 workers.
Trump picks Carson to lead HUD
December 5, 2016
President-elect Trump calls on Ben Carson to lead Housing and Urban Development agency.
Federal Home Loan Bank-Atlanta AHP Competitive application period opens Jan. 3
December 2, 2016
The Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta will begin its 2017 Affordable Housing Program Competitive round on Jan. 3.
With holidays approaching, more retailers discovering rural Alabama opportunities
November 30, 2016
Retailers still looking at rural areas of Alabama for opportunities.
Statewide housing inventory drop continues in October
November 30, 2016
Housing inventory drop has led to upward pressure on home prices.
Early registration open for ACREcon 2017
November 29, 2016
The Alabama Center for Real Estate presents ACREcon 2017 at The Club atop Red Mountain in Birmingham.
Alabama follows national trend of home equity increase
October 10, 2016
The Great Recession had a tremendous negative effect on the real estate market, but one area in particular is making a rebound.
Home sales, prices continue to rise in Alabama
October 10, 2016
Alabama continues to see a rise in home sales and prices as consumers enter the final quarter of 2016.
