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Oct 18, 2016
Why Negotiation Skills Matter
Negotiations is the number one, identified skill consumers are looking for in realtors! What we learn from that knowledge is the ability to successfully…
Sep 30, 2016
Types of Homestead Exemptions in Alabama
A Homestead Exemption is a tax break a property owner may be entitled to if he or she owns a single-family residence and occupies it as his or her primary…
Sep 30, 2016
Alabama Homestead Exemption
Under Alabama law, a Homestead Exemption is a tax deduction a property owner may be entitled to if he or she owns a single family residence and occupies…
Sep 30, 2016
Alabama Homestead Exemption by County
Property owners may be entitled to a homestead exemption if he or she owns a single-family residence and occupies it as their primary residence on…
Sep 06, 2016
Choosing the Right Closing Date Can Make a Difference
Your clients are planning to close by the end of the month; but delays have put it in jeopardy. You are now in a bind to find a new closing table. Does this…
Feb 01, 2014
Best Home Improvements To Increase Home Value
Maybe you just got a great tax return and want to use the money to invest in your home and increase its value. Perhaps you are looking to sell soon and…
Jan 07, 2014
Things To Do In Birmingham This January
It's cold outside. I mean really cold! James Spann, our cities go to weather guy, says this is the coldest air we've experienced in Alabama in 18…
Nov 25, 2013
TILA-RESPA Final Rule - How It Impacts You
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has released the new TILA-RESPA final rule. This rule provides easier to use forms and consumer friendly…
Nov 19, 2013
Best Towns Near Birmingham For Young Families
When you are trying to decide where to plant roots and raise your family, lots of factors go in to your decision. Schools, job opportunities, cost of…
Oct 16, 2013
We'll Come To You For Your Closing
South Oak is happy to travel to you and your client for a closing, just let us know when scheduling where you want to close. Best of all we offer this service…