HOW BALDWIN STACKS UP
Sunday, April 27, 2008
Moody's, the New York based credit rating agency, this month boosted Baldwin County's score from Aa3 to Aa2, which is one notch below the highest score possible.
"Moody's believes the county's financial position will remain solid, given a history of conservative budgeting and strong fiscal policies which have allowed for ongoing increases in reserves and improved cash levels," analysts wrote.
The ratings company also cited the county's steady growth in sales tax revenue over the past five years, averaged at 9.8 percent annually, and the potential for major growth in the northern part of the county to coincide with the opening of ThyssenKrupp's steel plant in north Mobile County.
Moody's also said that if the county's proposed "Pay-As-You-Go" program to fund road, bridge and drainage work is approved by voters in a special election June 3, "it will provide the county with even greater financial flexibility and debt-paying ability."
Read More on AL.com |
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Finally, waterfront living you can afford! Deep lot, brick house sits way back off of the river, flood insurance not required, per seller. Enjoy the breeze from the 500 sq ft screened in porch or walk down to the 2 story boat house set up to entertain guests, offering outdoor living at its best! This home has open living space & nice master bath inside, carport could be closed in for 3rd bedroom. MLS Number:133123
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The U.S. Census has released its list of “micropolitan” areas, and the Daphne-Fairhope-Foley micro area, which includes the Gulf Shores Parkway, ranked number one in the nation among all micropolitan areas for the number of people gained since 2000.
The three cities of Daphne, Fairhope and Foley and their neighboring communities in Baldwin County have added 31,350 new residents in the past seven years, bringing the area’s total population to 171,770, and making it the fourth largest micropolitan area in the country.
The biggest reason for Daphne-Fairhope-Foley’s growth has been new people moving in from other Alabama counties, from other states and from other countries, said Annette Watters, manager of the State Data Center at the University of Alabama’s Center for Business and Economic Research.
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New landscaping over $2,000.00! Tons of upgrades and space in this 5 bedroom home in convenient Fairhope location. Open kitchen w/tile floors, large center island and granite counter tops overlooking oversized famliy room. Smart floor plan with 5th bedroom off of kitchen perfect for office or guest bedroom. Enclosed sunroom overlooking wooded private backyard! Deluxe master bath. Sprinker system.MLS Number:133113 Call or email for more info, today. |
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Brand-new Fairhope Bay House - The 2nd bedroom has a very comfortable new bunkbed, large closet, plus a bathroom just across the hall. This home has a brand-new kitchen with beautiful granite countertops and cabinetry.
Fairhope is a year-round favorite spot for art, walking, golf, tennis, boating, fishing or just relaxing. There are many top golf courses close by, including courses on the Robert Trent Jones golf trail. There are wonderful outdoor art shows and art walks, as well as theatre, in Fairhope
The house is beautifully built, it is also child-friendly -- with hardwood floors throughout. The kitchen & living room have great panormaic views of the water and the beautiful sunsets. Fish and swim from the private beach and crab from the crab traps in the bay. 100 foot waterfront site with bulkhead.
Full, Open Kitchen
(Granite Counters, Refrigerator,Microwave, Center-Island Bar). Under home, there is ample parking for boats, trailers and vehicles. Two public boat launches nearby. Room for bar-b-queing, or just relaxing in the shade as the kids play on the beach & the beautiful bay (beach not pictured, just steps away). Not only is home located on the bay; we also has a bayfront beach for laying-out or letting the kids play, and a pier pilings perfect for tieing off your boat, with a serene wrap-around bayfront deck, where you can sun or just relax and watch amazing sunsets.
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Forward to a Friend: Do you know someone else that might like to receive real estate announcements for Mobile & Baldwin County? Forward this email (link below) |
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Real Estate News & Announcements in this Edition:
- Mobile wins $40BILLION Air Force Tanker Bid
- New Listing! *** Must See! ***
Fairhope Bayfront Home for Sale: Just Listed: Beautiful New Home with Wraparound Balcony, HW Floors, Granite Counters, Excellent Rental Potential with Panoramic Views of Mobile Bay! ***View Virtual Tour***
- Fairhope Arts & Crafts Festival: More than 245 exhibitors, over 200,000 Visitors
- Map of Brookley Field (Location of EADS/Northrop Grumman Airbus Plant)
- Search the Mobile-area MLS: Mobile County Listings including FSBO.
Compare Homes and Call an Agent Today.
- Relocating to Baldwin County's Eastern Shore? **FREE Baldwin MLS Search **
- Churchill Downs - Spanish Fort Condos - $129,900-$149,900 Charleston-Style homes with Yards, but No Lawn Maintenance. View Virtual Tour
- Do You Know GO Zone??? 2008 Tax Savings: 50% Bonus Depreciation
A Sound Investment: Baldwin County's $2Billion Tourism Industry
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Annual Fairhope Arts & Crafts Festival
March 14-16, 2008 10am-5pm
(weather today is predicted to be sunny $ 72-degrees - don't miss out!)
Springtime is probably most people's favorite season of the year, and it couldn't be nicer than in Fairhope, where thousands of beautiful azaleas are in full bloom. More than 245 exhibitors from throughout the nation will bring their best works to show and sell at this prestigious juried show. Live local entertainment throughout the three-day event and classic festival foods will be served up. Last year the event attracted 200,000 visitors to the area. The festival was named the number one event of the year by the Alabama Bureau of Tourism & Travel |
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Welcome to
Churchill Downs
Quality Affordable Homes - Living in Spanish Fort, Alabama
The Eastern Shore (Baldwin County)
Large greenbelt activities area, easy access to I-10 (Commute), easy access to Mobile Bay (boating), easy access to Causeway & Eastern Shore Centre (Dining & Entertainment), Underground Utilities Subdivision with Sewer-- all combine to make these homes priced $129,900-149,900, A VERY EXCITING INVESTMENT
- Lawn Maintenance Provided
- Energy Efficient Homes
- 2-year Warranties
- Low Maintenance Exteriors
- Centered Garage-Separation
- Community Park
24 have SOLD Since September 2007
Call today & find out why Churchill Downs is the hottest commodity on the Eastern Shore...
Call Michelle for Info: (251) 709-4558 |
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Mobile recently ranked #1 "fastest growing economy over the next five years" by Moody's Economy.com & Forbes.com (financial magazine) BEFORE the Air Force's new aerial refueling tanker annoucement that will be built in Mobile, are just the
latest in a series of economic wins for the area.
Both are expected the bolster the Mobile, Eastern Shore & Luxury Beach Rental economies of Gulf Shores & Orange Beach, so it's never been a better time to buy 'GO Zone-qualifying rental property! |
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If you own real estate that you're thinking of selling, I would be happy to provide you with a
FREE Home Evaluation.
So why wait to buy, the interest rates are at an all time low.. NOW is the best time to purchase! So Contact Me today and we will get the process started. |
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To Find out More about GO Zone,
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Alabama Beach Resorts Drew Record Spending in '07
By Garry Mitchell, Associated Press Writer
GULF SHORES, Ala. — Alabama beach resorts posted record visitor spending on lodgings last year, bouncing back three years after Hurricane Ivan.
2007 lodging and retail figures released this week
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What distinguishes one agent, broker
or REALTOR® from another?
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Success is measured in different ways to the seller or the buyer - #1 is to get past the closing and realize that you received the best service possible, that your financial commitments were respected and that all of this was facilitated by your agent with a minimum of stress or aggravation to you. |
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Having passed the Alabama Broker's Exam, and Excelling as Overall Top ERA Sales Agent for ERA Eastern Shore & Mobile in 2007, Michelle possesses knowledge & experience of the local gulf coast Real Estate industry. As a 10year resident of Mobile, and also over 10 years living on the Eastern Shore, Michelle can advise you in your home buying or selling experience.
Please call today & find out the difference an experienced Realtor & Broker-qualified professional can make in YOUR Home Buying Experience.
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School system launches new Web-based
Color-Coded Maps
Provides graphic depiction of attendance zones
The Baldwin County school board's School Information Center can be accessed through the official Web site at www.bcbe.org. Click on the "School Information Center" button on the lower right of the home page.
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What a great time to buy on the Alabama Gulf Coast!
With slower appreciation the last 5 years house prices are amazing and the market is very competitive. The homes in best condition and best priced are selling fast...
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Unbeatable Exposure
When you list your home with Michelle Beckham, your home will be sent out to 1,000's of web pages for the best exposure, including MSN.com, Yahoo, Google and Realtor.com. You'll have the best exposure to Gulf Coast & National buyers. Call me for more information on listing your home today and get it sold quickly, as well as for the best price!!
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