February Things to Do in Coastal Alabama + Mardi Gras Schedule!

Step into the heart of winter and embrace the charm of Coastal Alabama this February! Whether you’re a local or just visiting, there’s a full calendar of events that’ll keep you entertained, engaged, and enjoying the best of our beautiful region. From romantic Valentine’s Day festivities to fun-filled festivals, Coastal Alabama is buzzing with excitement [...]

By |2025-01-30T22:01:15+00:00January 30th, 2025|Homeownership, Lifestyle, Local Events, Real Estate, Residential|Comments Off on February Things to Do in Coastal Alabama + Mardi Gras Schedule!

January Events & Things to Do in Coastal Alabama

(Fairhope, Daphne, Mobile, Foley, Gulf Shores, Point Clear, Dauphin Island, Baldwin County & Mobile County) Kick off the new year with an array of exciting events in Mobile and Baldwin County! Our boutique agency, Ashurst Niemeyer, prides itself on knowing the area intimately and providing trusted advice and white-glove service to every client. This January, [...]

By |2025-01-25T14:02:26+00:00January 10th, 2025|About, Lifestyle, Local Events, Real Estate, Residential|Comments Off on January Events & Things to Do in Coastal Alabama

Are Home Prices Going To Come Down?

Today’s headlines and news stories about home prices are confusing and make it tough to know what’s really happening. Some say home prices are heading for a correction, but what do the facts say? Well, it helps to start by looking at what a correction means. Here’s what Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at Realtor.com, says:  “In stock [...]

By |2024-08-01T17:30:05+00:00August 1st, 2024|Real Estate, Residential|Comments Off on Are Home Prices Going To Come Down?

Now’s a Great Time To Sell Your House

  Thinking about selling your house? If you are, you might be weighing factors like today’s mortgage rates and your own changing needs to figure out your next move. Here’s something else to consider. According to the latest Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI) from Fannie Mae, the percentage of respondents who say it’s a good time to sell is on the rise (see graph below): Why [...]

By |2024-05-01T13:31:53+00:00May 1st, 2024|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Now’s a Great Time To Sell Your House

Ashurst Niemeyer Real Estate Celebrates 15 Years

Ashurst Niemeyer, a leading real estate company in Fairhope, Alabama, is thrilled to announce its 15th anniversary, marking a significant milestone in the real estate industry and creating clients for life. Founded by a dynamic mother and son duo, Judy Niemeyer and Morgan Ashurst, the company has thrived for a decade and a half, becoming [...]

By |2024-02-22T14:32:49+00:00January 15th, 2024|Real Estate|Comments Off on Ashurst Niemeyer Real Estate Celebrates 15 Years

Pricing Your House Right Still Matters Today

  While this isn’t the frenzied market we saw during the ‘unicorn’ years, homes that are priced right are still selling quickly and seeing multiple offers right now. That’s because the number of homes for sale is still so low. Data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows 76% of homes sold within a month and the average saw 3.5 offers [...]

By |2023-08-02T19:59:29+00:00August 2nd, 2023|About, Real Estate|Comments Off on Pricing Your House Right Still Matters Today

The True Cost of Selling Your House on Your Own

Selling your house in Baldwin County is no simple task. While some homeowners opt to sell their homes on their own, known as a FSBO (For Sale by Owner), they often encounter various challenges without the guidance of a real estate agent. If you’re currently considering selling your house on your own, here’s what you [...]

By |2023-06-26T21:25:51+00:00June 26th, 2023|Real Estate|Comments Off on The True Cost of Selling Your House on Your Own

The Best Time To Sell Your House Is When Others Aren’t Selling

If you’re thinking about selling your house, you should know the number of homes for sale right now is low. That’s because, this season, there are fewer sellers listing their houses for sale than the norm. Looking back at every April since 2017, the only year when fewer sellers listed their homes was in April [...]

By |2023-05-11T19:15:06+00:00May 11th, 2023|Homeownership, Real Estate|Comments Off on The Best Time To Sell Your House Is When Others Aren’t Selling

Buyer Activity Is Up Despite Higher Mortgage Rates

If you’re a homeowner thinking about making a move, you may wonder if it’s still a good time to sell your house. Here’s the good news. Even with higher mortgage rates, buyer traffic is actually picking up speed. Data from the latest ShowingTime Showing Index, which is a measure of buyers actively touring homes, helps paint [...]

By |2023-05-03T15:55:17+00:00May 3rd, 2023|Real Estate|Comments Off on Buyer Activity Is Up Despite Higher Mortgage Rates

How Changing Mortgage Rates Can Affect You

The 30-year fixed mortgage rate has been bouncing between 6% and 7% this year. If you’ve been on the fence about whether to buy a home or not, it’s helpful to know exactly how a 1%, or even a 0.5%, mortgage rate shift affects your purchasing power. The chart below helps show the general relationship [...]

By |2023-04-05T18:27:15+00:00April 3rd, 2023|Homeownership, Real Estate, Uncategorized|Comments Off on How Changing Mortgage Rates Can Affect You
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