Election Day Info..

Since most of the buzz right now is about November 4. I thought I would most some important information. Here are links to see Alabama Sample Ballots, be prepared as lines are going to be long this election.

For Calhoun County:
http://www.sos.state.al.us/downloads/election/2008/general/sampleballots/Calhoun-2008-Sample.pdf

To find your county's sample ballot go to:
http://www.sos.state.al.us/Elections/2008/2008SampleBallots.aspx

A Balanced Market In Calhoun County

As several of us wonder what is going to happen the way this economy is, I still want to let you know that we have it a lot better than a lot of areas in the country where collateral has been overvalued, resulting in foreclosures. Right now, our market isn't necessarily good but it isn't bad.. We will call it balanced. We can say this in Calhoun County because there are few foreclosures and values are in line. We did not have false appreciation created by irresponsible lenders and developers. We have had sustainable appreciation between 1%-9% in the past 17 years. We also do not have the same issues that started the problems in California, Florida and other high profile markets. However, even though our market is in balance we will still have to weather the credit issues like everyone else. Our local banks are always making intelligent loans to deserving people.

As a side note, people are still buying and selling houses in our area. ERA King finished September at 86 sold units which brings us to 752 for the year!!!

What do you feel about the market?

Important Links For Calhoun County

Happy Monday!!

Below are links to websites that provide information whether you are a current resident of Calhoun County or if you are just relocating here. Hope this helps!

Calhoun County Chamber of Commerce

UTILITIES
Anniston Water Works and Sewer Board
Alabama Power
Alagasco
Cable
Directv

OFFICIAL CITY WEBSITES
City of Anniston
City of Oxford
City of Jacksonville
City of Piedmont
City of Weaver

LOCAL SCHOOLS
The Donoho School
Faith Christian School
Jacksonville City School System
Oxford City Schools
Piedmont City Schools
Anniston City Schools
Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic School
Calhoun County Board of Education
Jacksonville State University
Gadsden State Community College

How is the market doing?....

Welcome to my real estate blog! As a real estate professional in Southeast Alabama I would like to provide current clients, potential customers, and anyone who has asked the question, "I wonder how the market is doing?" information on what is actually going on with the market and weekly tips on home buying and selling. My goal is to post a new blog every week but in between if you have any thoughts, questions, or concerns about the real estate industry please feel free to email me at staceym@era-king.com or send a comment on the blog.