A forward-looking indicator based on pending home sales shows the market is likely to stabilize in the months ahead, according to the Gulf Coast MLS statistics.The Pending Home Sales Index*, based on contracts signed in June, was higher from the downwardly revised May index  but is below June 2006.The monthly gain is a increase over three years, since 2004.The increase occurred in all areas in Mobile County due to upcoming development and anticipated growth from new businessHowever, it is too early to say if home sales have already passed bottom.  Still, major declines in home sales are likely to have occurred already and further declines, if any, are likely to be modest given the accumulating pent-up demand.An index is a leading indicator for the housing sector, based on pending sales ... 08/03/2007

The market is holding steady on the Gulf Coast. Expectations are high as more industry is on the way. These statistics begin 01/01/2007 thru 07/13/2007. If you are familiar with Mobile and the Gulf Coast you will know where these areas are. If you are not and out side the area feel free to contact me for more information on each area.Area# of SalesTotal SalesAvg SalesDowntown17$3,232,000$190,118MidTown North East164$26,187,037$159,677Mid Town South134$12,258,335$91,480MidTown North West60$6,102,106$101,702MidCentral35$2,137,500$61,071Eight Mile/Prichard51$3,493,310$68,496Chickasaw61$4,348,599$71,289Municipal Park/West Central165$18,079,687$109,574Springhill/USA141$38,119,465$270,351Cottage Hill N216$37,727,516$174,664Cottage Hill S176$34,489,000$195,960Dauphin Island Pkwy101$11,737,999$... 07/15/2007

In Mobile, Alabama Airbus under the guise of EADS North America is lobbying to build the planes at the former airbase and seaport Bookley Field. If EADS wins the contract then Mobile, nearby Mississippi, Dauphin Island and parts of Florida will reap the rewards of 1500+ high tech jobs and salaries.  EADS already has a military contract to construct helicopters in Mississippi.This week the Paris Air show highlighted Mobile's high profile in the race to land the contracts.In reception rooms filled with southern drawls could be heard the Gallic tones of top officials from EADS and Airbus.  Sharing the dais with Governor Bob Riley was Louis Galois, co-ceo of EADS (Parent of Airbus), Ralph Crosby, the chief executive of EADS North America, and Allan McArtor, chairman of Airbus North America.... 06/19/2007

 ThyssenKrupp Steel is a German based corporation comes to the Gulf Coast of Alabama. This will mean major growth for the region. The Corpration will be pumping over 3 billion dollars into construction of a state of the art steel manufacturing plant that will employee over 2600 people. over 20,000 people will be needed to build the facility. Its target date of operation is 2010. This development is said to be the largest development in the history of the United States. I do believe they are correct.   Announcements of the deal were made this morning 05/11/07 in Montgomery Alabama. Also the announcement was made in the City of Mobile with a community welcome forum and I was there!! Doing what I do best! Meeting and networking with the major players of the city. It is a great time to be a... 05/11/2007

Sometimes I have to ask this question to potential sellers to gage their actual motivation. Some offer the answer to this question on their own. It is important to have a good idea and feel before taking a listing on a property. After all making the decision to sell ones home can be a serious emotional matter. For some it may be 20 to 25 years living in the same neighborhood and home. Getting married and raising a family of 4 or 5 kids.Then seeing all the little birdies leave the nest and start families and lives of their own. After a time hubby and wife begin to look around their 5 bed room 3 and 1/2 bath home and realize they have only used the kitchen , family room and one bath room for the last 3 or 4 years. Also realizing the utility bills and unused space is beginning to cost more... 05/05/2007

Closed since 1974, the Battle House Hotel -- a downtown Mobile landmark -- will reopen with public festivities on Saturday, May 12, officials announced today. The grand reopening will also help christen the RSA Battle House Tower, Alabama's tallest office building, which is opening next door to the hotel.The festivities actually begin Friday, May 11, with a black tie gala to benefit several local arts organizations. While that event is sold out, the public can watch as RSA head David Bronner and others officially light the RSA Battle House Tower at approximately 8:45 p.m.On Saturday, it will be Battle House Day in the city of Mobile from 3-7 p.m. Downtown Mobile will be transformed into the 1920s and 30s with antique cars, big bands, dance demonstrations from local dance studios and res... 05/03/2007

I had the pleasure to inspect this house a few weeks ago for a fabulous client.It was built in 1902 and has been remodeled several times over the years.Of the many issue the house had, one of the most interesting was a problem with the mortar between the bricks in the pier foundation. The mortar was turning back into sand.Several of the piers had actually failed due to this condition. Have you seen this before?Tom SinclairAbou the House - Home InspectionsFairhope, Alabama (251) 990-3169www.InspectTestAnalyze.com  04/22/2007

You just got to wonder when they noticed and who noticed first.Was it the bricklayer himself or his boss? Maybe it was the homeowner in a panic. I bet the local code building inspector had a headache with this one.I actually inspected this house (at an undisclosed location in southern Alabama). It's this type of work that gives builder a bad name.Tom SinclairAbout the House - Home InspectionsFairhope, Alabamawww.InspectTestAnalyze.com 04/10/2007

Because of its Diversity. There is always something to do in the City of Mobile. You can literally go and go and go until you drop. To find out about upcoming Events in the city go to the link below.Events Calendar Visit my World of Real Estate at www.jprealestate.info  04/06/2007

Nestled on Beautiful Mobile Bay and literally minutes from the Gulf of Mexico. The City of Mobile is a beautiful scenic place to Live, Work and Play. Filled with diverse culture and Southern hospitality. The City of Mobile is poised to be a premier tourist location. http://www.jprealestate.info/  Find Mobile Alabama Real Estate with Homes for Sale in Mobile AL with this Real Estate Information portal with Sellers knowledge and FAQ about Real Estate.Mobile Museum of ArtThe newly expanded Mobile Museum of Art, gracing the lake of Langan Park, is a beautiful addition to Mobile's culture and architecture. This spectacular museum is now the largest art museum along the Gulf Coast from New Orleans to Tampa.Museum of Mobile21st Century innovative exhibits come alive at The Museum of Mobile. Ex... 04/06/2007

The market in Mobile is still hot but is beginning to stabilize.The Gulf Coast of Alabama is still in a post Katrina environment. Immediately after the storm the City Of Mobile dodged a bullet compared the region west. After the event many displaced people made tier way to the city. Hotels were fill to capacity and many opened their homes to others. After things settled the city became saturated with potential home buyers. It was if the mortgage industry and home sellers saw immediate possibilities. Mortgage companies popped up every where and home prices began to rise. The increases were still moderate compared t the rest of the country. However increases continued none the less.Now as we pass the 1st quarter of 2007 the market has began to stabilize. Prices have began to fall slightly... 04/05/2007