Friday, June 28, 2024

Competency

Since American real estate regulators do not clearly define competency for licensees, let me be the first to expand on the view of RERC (Real Estate Regulators Canada) and Cambridge Professional Development's definition to UPGRADE my American definition to this...

Competency in the American real estate profession is defined as the collaboration of knowledge, skills and behaviors to achieve ETHICAL effectiveness.

Wednesday, January 18, 2023




REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE SERVICES AVAILABLE IN ALABAMA

  

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Platinum Properties


What Buyers Should Know

Buying a home in Alabama differs most other states.  Alabama is one of three “CAVEAT EMPTOR” states where the responsibility to discover entirely falls upon the buyer. As caveat emptor means buyer beware.  Most states are seller's disclosure states.  In Alabama, sellers must disclose defects that impact health and safety such as radon, toxic mold or lead based paint. Alabama sellers do not have to disclose any other defects outside of health and safety. Choosing the right Realtor® to assist you with purchasing property in Alabama is and should be a process of education.  

 
THERE ARE FOUR DIFFERENT


REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE SERVICES


AVAILABLE IN ALABAMA

 

Choose YOUR Level of Service:


Single Agent, Sub-Agent, Limited Consensual Dual Agent or Transaction Broker

 

There are FOUR agency relationships that can exist in Alabama between buyers and real estate licensees. Alabama law requires the consumer to be informed of the differences in these four various relationships that can exists. A form describing these relationships should be offered to you for your review. 


Choosing a Single Agency relationship gives you the best representation available. In a Single Agency relationship, licensees may negotiate and provide confidential information known such as association business and financials. Better Homes and Gardens Real State Platinum Properties does not offer Sub Agency as subagents are empowered to act for another broker in performing real estate services for that broker. In a Limited Consensual Dual Agency relationship, a licensee can represent both the seller and buyer as long as all parties agree to such in writing.  We do not ever recommend using the listing agent when making a purchase in Alabama for their foremost responsibility is to sell the property. In a Transaction Broker relationship, no confidential information can be disclosed by the licensee even if they have such knowledge as homeowner's association financials or knowledge of defects in the property unless health and safety is involved. In a Transaction Broker relationship, the licensee cannot negotiate on your behalf or share any confidential information that may impact your purchase decision unless health and safety is involved.  We also do not recommend this level of service for those reasons.  

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Platinum Properties

Tesa Morgan, Associate Broker 

1544 W 2nd St, Suite 108, Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Desk: (251) 974-4000          Cell: (251) 609-6991

Thursday, March 10, 2022

 

Alabama Coastal Properties, Inc.

2380-A Hobbs Island Rd 

Huntsville, AL 35803

          251.974.4000


We have relocated our office to Huntsville and will now be serving your real estate needs all along  Interstate 65 from Baldwin to Madison counties.  Alabama is truly the beautiful from our white sandy beaches to the gentle mountains of Northern Alabama.  The recreational lands in the middle of our state offer limitless outdoor activities from turkey/deer hunting to escaping along our crystal clear lakes in between.  The growth is amazing on both ends of the state with housing demands still outweighing the supply.  Let us assist you in getting your offer readied for today's market.  You will most likely be competing with many other buyers so it matters how you structure offers to attract sellers.  We have found that our clients want to know about investment opportunities not only on both ends of of Alabama the Beautiful but also about the in between lands so why not serve up exactly what you have asked for.  See you at the beach and now also the rocket.  Appointments are required to be sure we are where you need us when you need us.

Thursday, July 1, 2021


Alabama Coastal Properties, Inc.

ALABAMA REAL ESTATE SALES



  

Thursday, March 28, 2019

Put The Money In The Kitchen







When considering a remodeling project for your home, consider the kitchen first. It is always the room that everyone gravitates to when they enter a home. Your kitchen project can be as elaborate as this custom kitchen or as simple as adding simple back splashes available from almost every home store. Review the hot colors for this season at your local paint store or thumb through any home decor magazine. Glass tiles are very popular and are available in so many shapes and colors. Stay soft and neutral with your color selections to attract the most number of buyers. Add a floral arrangement to add interest such as the ones in the photo above. Flowers add a warm welcome to any room and especially to a well organized kitchen. Cleanliness is also very important. Tidy up after meals to be prepared for the last minute showing request. You'll thank yourself in the morning.

Monday, July 16, 2018

Admirals Quarters 806

The best of the best.  Admiral's Quarters, Unit 806, Orange Beach, AL 36561 priced at $537,500

Click Here to see photos of this amazing Gulf front condominium in the heart of Orange Beach, AL

The Gulf Front view from the over-sized balcony is Orange Beach's best.  View the Gulf of Mexico from the Master Bedroom with access to the balcony.  The master has double vanities, walk in shower, jetted garden bathtub and large walk in closet.  The Guest bedroom with private bath, separate utility room with side by side washer and dryer and a half bath for visitors all adds to the best condominium experience along the coast.  The kitchen/living room opens to the emerald water views and has a wet bar.  This seller enjoys their luxurious property half of the season and lightly leases out a few weeks a year.  The kitchen has all of the amenities one would ever desire and smart televisions make living easy.  Don't miss this one.  There are other two bedrooms for sale, but why wouldn't you get the best for the best price! Call your agent to schedule a viewing time.

Tuesday, May 22, 2018

Normal Economy

Gas and mortgages are getting expensive again. Welcome to a normal economy

https://search.app.goo.gl/GdgY4 Shared from my Google feed

Get Pre Qualified

By obtaining a pre-qualification letter, your offer could be chosen over another offer without a letter.  It also provides a map to locating the properly priced product for your budget and comfort payment.  I work with lenders who can fuel you with knowing your buying power prior to viewing appointments. By getting pre-qualifed, you may expetience less stress, less time searching and a better long term satisfaction with your buying decision.

Saturday, March 10, 2018

Right Now Realtor

Right now for a limited time only, I am accepting 4.00% listings in an effort to increase inventory.  I have had push back from my fellow Realtors for they are accustomed to a higher pay check.

Guess what, I work for seller clients.  I serve Realtors.  If I choose to give back to these fortunate savers, it is not up to the Realtors.  My company has it's own business plan.  As a matter of fact, it is illegal to make company commission standards as an industry. 

Our inventory is at an all time low.  Many sellers are holding for the top of the market and are seeking the vacation rental income.  Many buyers are frantically looking for solid real estate assets with proven rental income right now. 

I know Realtors will help their clients find, negotiate and close RIGHT NOW transactions and still be paid a healthy fee.   Perhaps the issue isn't the reduced commissions but rather their broker splits.  Hey, Realtors, if you are producing and are great at negotiating, talk with your brokers to gain back your potential.  The key factor here is, IF you are producing. 

Right now, if you are seeking to list at 4.00% and willing to list at market value, not thousands above, I'm your RIGHT NOW REALTOR.

Let's get you to SOLD and SAVE you thousands in fees.

This blog brought to you by Find It - Live It, your RIGHT NOW GO TO REALTOR.

Tesa Morgan, Broker/ Owner
Alabama Coastal Properties, Inc.
251.609.6991

http://www.liveitbaldwin.com/

Sunday, January 14, 2018

27523 Park Drive Orange Beach, AL 36561

Property Site: http://tour.circlepix.com/home/FYX8WS/27523-Park-Drive-Orange-Beach-AL-264217
Looking for one year lease with $500 damage deposit and first month rent prior to occupancy. Utilities to be transferred into occupant's name prior to move in. $500 pet deposit with only one pet permitted. Strictly enforced pet policy. Two vehicle uncovered parking. Lease will be between tenant and owner. Alabama Coastal Properties, Inc. does not manage this rental. We are only assisting in locating a suitable tenant. Rental applications available onsite beginning 01/16/2018. Deliver to Alabama Coastal Properties, Inc. 2200 E 2nd St, Stre I, Gulf Shores, AL 36542 along with a $50 application fee payable to Alabama Coastal Properties, Inc.
Bathrooms: 0.00
Square feet: 1,250
Price: $2,200

For more information about this property, please contact Tesa Morgan at 251-609-6991 or Morgan@SeeYouAtTheBeach.com. You can also text 4795475 to 67299.


See more listings at: http://www.LiveItBaldwin.com


MLS ID: 264217

https://www.facebook.com/TesaMorgan https://twitter.com/SYATBeach https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpQn7UpybYHUkBlWaHowbQQ

Thursday, January 11, 2018

8271 Bay Harbor Road Elberta, AL 36530

Property Site: http://tour.circlepix.com/home/8NPFNP/8271-Bay-Harbor-Road-Elberta-AL-264048
Second home and easy to show. Please use showing time. Sentrilock in place. Text Tesa Morgan at 251.609.6991 with any questions. All measurements should be verified by buyer or buyer's agent.
Bathrooms: 0.00
Square feet: 2,776
Price: $650,000

For more information about this property, please contact Tesa Morgan at 251-609-6991 or Morgan@SeeYouAtTheBeach.com. You can also text 4791596 to 67299.


See more listings at: http://www.LiveItBaldwin.com


MLS ID: 264048

https://www.facebook.com/TesaMorgan https://twitter.com/SYATBeach https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpQn7UpybYHUkBlWaHowbQQ

Sunday, December 17, 2017

Advent

I hope not only will you be still and listen. But also be still to feel.  Up until recently, I thought of the Holy Ghost as a voice I might be able to hear if I was still enough.  I waited patiently to hear him.  I waited and waited and waited only to never hear the profound voice of God. 

I thought he might sound rather brutish, almost like a bouncer outside a powerful rock and roll concert door.  This was not the case at all.  Instead, it wasn't a voice at all, it was a feeling.

The Holy Ghost came to me on the back of my husband's Harley Davidson motorcycle driving back from a very quaint church service this morning.  I thought to myself how foolish was I to assume it would be vocal.  This feeling wrapped around not only my body but also around the entire bike.  I cried not tears of hurt, but tears of tears.  Not crying for any reason, but rather crying for every reason.  Feeling full of God's grace, I cried.  I wept with the Holy Ghost for all those who did not have the joy I was experiencing. 

This advent season don't be still and listen, but do be still to feel.

God bless the Holy Ghost.  As we pulled onto Hwy 59, a car veered into our lane and my husband clinched the handle bars of the machine and I was calm knowing Christ was with us. 

Be calm and feel this season.  You just might enjoy a good cry.

Merry Christmas.

Thursday, November 9, 2017

511 E Beach Blvd Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Property Site: http://tour.circlepix.com/home/Q5UDKY/511-E-Beach-Blvd-Gulf-Shores-AL-260528
All dimensions are provided from published information the buyer and buyer agent need to verify. Text Tesa Morgan 251.609.6991 for entry.
Bathrooms: 0.00
Square feet: 936
Price: $275,000

For more information about this property, please contact Tesa Morgan at 251-609-6991 or Morgan@SeeYouAtTheBeach.com. You can also text 4707674 to 67299.


See more listings at: http://www.SearchAlabamaCoastalProperties.com


MLS ID: 260528

https://www.facebook.com/TesaMorgan https://twitter.com/SYATBeach https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpQn7UpybYHUkBlWaHowbQQ

Tuesday, October 31, 2017

65 Chimney Rock Drive Alberta, AL 36720

Property Site: http://tour.circlepix.com/home/KM599L/65-Chimney-Rock-Drive-Alberta-AL-226063
Square footage, areas & measurements are from public records and should be verified by buyer. See maps in Listing Information. No existing septic or well on lots. Please call Bill Turner at 251-543-7033 for additional information and gate code.
Bathrooms: 0.00
Price: $67,000

For more information about this property, please contact William Turner at 1 or bill@seeyouatthebeach.com. You can also text 4689392 to 67299.


MLS ID: 226063