Rev. Fred Shuttlesworth: Birmingham's Loss of an Original Foot Soldier
Rev Fred Shuttlesworth, a name many may not recognize as an integral part of the Civil Rights Movement, died on Wednesday, October 5, 2011. When we speak of the Civil Rights Movement, Dr. Martin Luther King comes prominently to mind. But what a lot of people don't know is that had it not been for Rev. Shuttlesworth, we would probably know little about King. You see, it's long been said that Rev. Shuttlesworth called upon King to lead the Civil Rights Movement.
Reverend Shuttlesworth was 89 years old and had suffering from ill health for the past several years. We wish his family well and express our deepest sympathy for the loss of the man and the legend.
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Heather Point is a beautiful subdivision located on the east side of Metropolitan Birmingham, Alabama. This home was built in 2003 and is still very young as is the rest of the community. As you can see there are many conveniences nearby and at your very disposal. Come, look, see the beauty at 3938 Caylan Cove.
LOCALISM: Get Your GREEK To Go! 39th Annual Greek Festival in Birmingham
The other day I posted about the 39th Annual Greek Festival to take this weekend (September 29, 2011 - October 2, 2011). I posted the menu as well, but what I didn't post was the menu for Take Out Orders.
You can actually print the menu below adn fax your order to 716-3085 or call in your take out order to 716-3086
FOR 10 OR MORE ORDERS ONLY
TAKE OUT ORDER FORM
Name: ______________________________________________ Phone: __________________________
Day and time to pick up: _______________________________________________________________
APPETIZERS Price each # of orders Total Cost
1) 4 Pites $5.00 ___________ ___________
2) 5 Dolmathes $5.00 ___________ ___________
ENTREES
3) Deluxe Plate $16.00 ___________ ___________
4) Souvlaki $9.00 ___________ ___________
5) Greek Chicken $9.00 ___________ ___________
6) Patichio $9.00 ___________ ___________
7) Veggie Plate $7.00 ___________ ___________
8) Gyro Sandwich $6.00 ___________ ___________
9) Gyro & Salad $8.00 ___________ ___________
10) Greek Salad $8.00 ___________ ___________
PASTRIES
Baklava $2.00 ___________ ___________
Chocolate Baklava ___________ ___________
Melomakarona $2.00 ___________ ___________
Kourambethes $2.00 ___________ ___________
Koulourakia $6.00 ___________ ___________
Boxed Assorted $24.00 ___________ ___________
Frozen Pastichio $30.00 ___________ ___________
TOTAL _________ __________
Want to Buy New Construction in Birmingham, But Can't Afford It?
Sometimes buyers avoid looking at new construction homes because they believe that they can't afford them and in some cases that's true. There are usually 2 schools of thought when buyers are seeking new construction:
Well for buyers that truly cannot afford "new" I've got at least 2 solutions for you (one on the Eastside of Birmingham and one on the Westside of Birmingham).
This weekend I viewed 2 of the best investor rehabbed properties that I've seen in quite sometime. Of course, I am speaking from a visually appealing standpoint and quality workmanship as far as the eye can see. But it was apparent that great thought and care went in to these fully rehabilitated and rehabbed homes.
ONCE UPON A TIME IN THE WEST
The one on the west side of town is a full brick beauty with a full finished basement and a garage. Naturally it has 3 bedrooms, and NOT 2, but THREE FULL BATHS including a full bathroom downstairs. The neighborhood is well kept and pride of ownership is still evident throughout. It has a level, fenced backyard and a carport in addition to the garage.
LIVING LIKE NEW MONEY IN THE EAST
The other home is located on Birmingham's east side and it is a 2 story home with the master bedroom and bath on the first level and 2 bedrooms and a shared bath upstairs. I am not usually a fan of dark wood cabinetry particularly in the kitchen, but these cabinets were beautiful and the hardware really set off the stainless steel like appliances.
One of the qualities that I liked about both homes is that they weren't signature Home Depot templates. You know what I mean: the same Home Depot staple .99 ceramic tile, the same lowest priced light fixtures, the same carpet, the same tile in the kitchen and bath.
Nope, these were really standout rehabbed and remodeled properties with unique features, hardward and fixtures.
Sound like anything you're looking for and priced under $140,000? Give me a call at 205-321-1200 or email Charita Cadenhead and let's sit down and talk. I'm on a missed to seek out the highest quality rehab projects in Birmingham for the buyers that want knew without the new home prices. Search the MLS on the Bham WIiRE website.
Market Reports: Completed New Construction in Birmingham, AL
For anyone looking for fabulous deals on new construction in the Jefferson County area of Birmingham, you may want to give me a call quick. Some of the best deals on new construction can be found in houses that have languished on the market until the project is complete or nearly complete.
As of today, September 22, 2011, there are 16 New Construction (Completed) that have been on the market for over 1000 days (going back to 2007). My best guess is that the developers want these homes sold in a hurry in order to bring closure to one development while they are making plans for another.
Take a look at these market statistics for Complete New Construction homes that are showing active in the MLS for over 1000 days.
When you're done, you can reach me at 205-321-1200. I'm available.
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Birmingham, Alabama real estate listings. I am Broker/Owner of Bham WIiRE Realty (Bham Women Investing in Real Estate). Foreclosure leads, investors welcome. We manage rental properties in Jefferson
I, Charita Cadenhead, am a trusted and competent Realtor®. Bham WIiRE Realty is a small fish in a big pond. I continually sharpen my skills and I am dedicated to my craft. Every client, without exception, gets the very best service that I have to offer. I am an independent broker and if ever I should seek to be an independent contractor by hanging my hat (license) elsewhere, you'll continue to get the very best in service. And THAT is my promise to you.
The WIiRE in Bham WIiRE Realty stands for Birmingham Women Investing in Real Estate. Chances are when you see that name or discover what the WIiRE acronym stands for, you don't get the entire picture. Empowering women through real estate is what we're about. That's the focus of Bham WIiRE Realty as it was originally intended.
Many people immediately think that Bham WIiRE Realty's primary focus in on women real estate investors which does not even begin define nor tap the surface of what we're all about.
Birmingham Women Investing in Real Estate if focused on acknowledging women's roles as it relates to real estate. A Birmingham Woman Investing in Real Estate is and can be a:
Don't misunderstand and think that we don't recognize men. If that's what you are thinking, then you are considerably off base. We provide services for men and women alike and seek to be the trusted real estate brokerage for both men and women. However, Bham WIiRE Realty recognizes that no matter the marital status, it is women who function as the hearth of a home. Even when it comes to married couples, it's typically the wife who is the CEO of the household. Females outpace men in setting household budgets, identifying home improvement needs, as well as family and household planning.
According to an article on Homes.com, 76% of women vs 44% of men consider owning a home to be very important. Statistics like this is the very reason Bham WIiRE Realty exist. Our mission is to reach out to the most powerful (women) to aid in the process of buying and selling of homes for investing and/or personal space for themselves and their families.
Bham WIiRE Realty is a woman owned business on a mission to empower women through real estate. Bham WIiRE Realty wants women to know that we recognize and understand the roles they play as it relates to real estate. We understand how real estate plays a role in how women and families make home purchases. We understand the importance of how women perceive real estate as it is transcendant of a lifestyle and not merely a roof over one's head.
Birmingham real estate agents join the Bham WIiRE Team and get WIiREd. Bham WIiRE Realty is now recruiting agents (both men and women) who can truly grasp this concept and believe in what Bham WIiRE Realty stands for. Agents interested in getting WIiREd and joining the Bham WIiRE Team can contact me at 205-321-1200 or email Charita Cadenhead.
We're everywhere you need us to be. When selling your home, nothing means more to you than maximum exposure of your property. Bham WIiRE Realty believes in the power of social media to help maximize the potential of getting your home SOLD. Social media gives us an infinite opportunity to connect directly with buyers to bring the greatest amount of exposure to the properties of our sellers. Social media allows us to build trust and confidence with the consuming public. When buyers and sellers discover Bham WIiRE Realty online and in their own social media circles, we've already established a bond.
Bham WIiRE Realty: We're Everywhere You Want to Be!
Why social media? Real estate is a social business. Networking is how we get a chance to meet people and tell them what we do. It gives us an opportunity to reach out to others and build relationships borne out of mutual respect. Our blog is designed to provide the most useful information to you the buyer and seller public. Post such helpful information allow you to get to konw us and helpful feel comfortable enough to at least investigate the possibility of allowin us to present your best interest in the purchase or sale of your home. If you've read several of my blog post, decide that you'd like to read more, and then decide to subscribe to my blog, you'll actually be getting to know me in the process. When you decide to buy a home or sell the one you own, we hope that we'll be top of mind and feel that we'll give you options and serve you well. And don't we all like to do business with people that we know.
I hope that as your read through my blog, you'll find that I feel like I know you too. I listen to what buyers and sellers ask and want to know and I try my best to deliver this information among the several blogs that I author.
Unlike a lot of real estate companies and agents, I don't just stick your listing on my company's website. No not here. You're listing travels with me. Consider me the town crier. I'll be shouting your listing repeatedly across the World Wide Web and I want everyone to know you're here. So when your friends, family and associates ask: "Anyone know of a good real estate agent in Birmingham?" be sure you mention my name.
I work a great deal with investors, first time home buyers and buyers looking for properties that have already been updated. In addition, we fill and ever increasing need for property management services.
SELLER SERVICES
We are Short Sale and Foreclosure Specialist with complete training via Realtor University. We can help you navigator through the complicated short sale and foreclosure process. We work with a team of experts and advisors to help you work in conjunction with your lender. We are not accountants or attorneys and cannot give advice outside of our expertise, but we can point you in the right direction.
LISTING SERVICES
Never underestimate the power of networking, advanced technology such as text marketing, real estate magazines where realistically feasible, brochures, questionnaires and much more. During the term of the listing, I keep my finger on the pulse of the market including market shifts, new information to incorporate into my marketing plan to draw buyers. Comparative Market Analysis does not stop when I take the listing. I continually analyze the market to make sure listings stay fresh and on top of current conditions.
BUYER SERVICES
What buyers need and want most is information. They want information that will help them feel comfortable about their final decision to buy a house. Most importantly, buyers want to feel like they are working with an agent that they can trust. As an agent with an invested interest in every buyers relationship I take my responsibility very seriously. Our aim is to understand the depth of the buyers experience and seek out what's really important to them. Once I've accomplished that, then I delve deeply into researching the market to uncover the home of their dreams.
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
Bham WIiRE Realty's success is directly related to concentrating on our rental market segment in Jefferson County, Alabama. We deliver a service that is tightly focused. Bham WIiRE Realty's property management division represents an excellent match for property owners and tenants looking for quality housing in desirable communities. Our property owner clients are relieved of the multiple responsibilities of managing their properties. Our team oversees maintenance issues, advertising to fill vacancies and screening tenants to maximize the quality of tenant selections, minimize vacancy rates and much more. Our ultimate goal is to serve our owner clients with 100% of our effort and integrity to not only maintain their properties, but to find responsible tenants who do challenge us at every turn in order to shun their responsibility as a tenant.
AS AN INVESTOR
I buy and rehab properties with first time home buyers in mind. They don't always have a lot of money and great credit scores, but they want and deserve to have decent housing in decent neighborhoods. That's where I come in. My most recent properties have been in Belview Heights.
In a nutshell if you need a good real estate agent in the Metropolitan Birmingham area, then Bham WIiRE Realty is the only call you'll ever ned to make.
"We think you have done a supperb job"
Jim & Bess Finley
"As a property owner, I have found Bham WIire Realty an efficient and professional company. From the very first phone call, Ms. Cadenhead has demonstrated a high level of conscientiousness in offering advise to me as an owner, and in marketing to and qualifying tenants. All my dealings and discussions have been handled with the utmost respect and concern. The company's accounting and record keeping are above board, up-to-date, and available for my viewing anytime online. As a long-distance owner, it is difficult to learn to trust that my property will be taken care of properly; but with Bham WIire Realty, I have been comfortable, truly perfectly satisfied, with our business relationship. I recommend that all property owners interested in a property management company consider Bham WIire Realty." Randall V.
Charita Hughley Cadenhead is an excellent real estate person. Very attentive to your needs. When I was purchasing my house Charita called me on everything I needed to know. She was in contact with me even if it was just to say hello. She made it very easy to purchase my home. And she really did the work. If I had to buy another home or sell my home I would only contact Charita. So if any one is interested in doing business with Charita I would recommend her with out a doubt."
Carla R.
It was a joy and pleasure to work with Charita Cadenhead.... Ms. Cadenhead was very thorough with explaining every aspect there is to know about purchasing a home as a first time homeowner. I was very pleased from the beginning to the end with how she handled everything. If you are in the market to buy, rent or sale your home I highly recommend Charita someone who understands your needs, one who is patient and knowledgeable about her profession.
If I had to do it all over again, I would definitely choose Charita Cadenhead with Bham WiIRE, Realty to help me find a home again. I recommend her to all my family and friends because a friend referred me to her. My experience with Charita, was awesome she provided great quality professional service with a friendly smile and great attitude. She is always on time for every meeting and just a phone call away. My relationship with Charita Cadenhead and Bham WiIRE Realty, didn't just end the day I closed on my house because she send cards, call or e-mail just to check on you and she is still there to answer any questions I may still have about my home
" Thanks so much for going above and beyond my expectations"
Tynice Smiley
Birmingham, Al
I'm a real estate investor and without question, I know that I can always can count on Charita to identify quality properties in areas where people still want to live regardless to whether they are renting or buying. Charita is an investor too and she knows and understands the investor's mindset. She has lived up to her promise that she would not recommend to me any property that she would not want in her own portfolio. I've experienced firsthand that Charita puts her clients needs before her own and I not only like that, I admire and respect that as well.
Don Carter
Thanks Charita! You have really helped to make this as stress free as possible. I appreciate you hanging in there with me. I know I can be persistent!.......Yes, you did a good job. I appreciate your knowledge and the expertise. I will be sure to recommend you to some of my friends. I have a couple of friends that would like to purchase and I told them about you and they said once I complete my deal they would probably contact you.
S.B
Birmingham
Our experience with Bham WIiRE Realty has truly been a blessing. We started working with Ms. Cadenhead around Jan. 2010. The same day I called her and left her a message, she returned my called almost immediately. The same day we had an appointment along with a list of properties to review and access to bhammls site which she setup to meet our needs. Before reviewing properties Mrs. Cadenhead would take a drive by the property and review it to make sure it would meet the expectations of what we were looking for. She was always open and honest to us in our search. She didn't try to sell us anything we didn't want. I know at times the process was a little tough, but she never let it show. Her comments were always, "I'm going to find you a house". Well I was always interested in the McCalla area but my husband didn't agree. She asked why don't we call and make an appointment and take a drive down. Well we did and we both were sold.
I can truly say Charita Cadenhead is an outstanding person to work with, and she is very very proactive. Her response time is almost instantly. She never stops working for you!
T. Means-Perry
"Charita has been a very dependable, hard working and creative real estate agent and proporty manager. She is well organized and timely. I would not hesitate to reccommend her to a friend or family member."
Service Category: Real Estate Agent; Year first hired: 2006 (hired more than once); Top Qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity
S. Meleth
My wife and I live in Texas and we helped our son purchase a townhouse in Birmingham a few years ago. When he moved to another city, we contacted Bham WIire Realty to rent and manage the townhouse for us. Charita advertised, screened prospective tenants, and found someone who was a good fit.
We are very pleased with the way Charita has managed the townhouse. She keeps us informed of any repairs needed, and contacted us about four months before the tenant’s original lease expired to plan for the following lease year. The tenant decided to renew her lease for a second year, which I believe is primarily due to Charita’s efforts in building and maintaining a good relationship with the tenant.
We also like having online access to the revenue and expense reports provided by Bham WIire Realty, including the year-end summary, which makes doing our taxes much easier. We especially like having our monthly rental payments direct deposited into our bank account, so we don’t have to wait for a check to arrive in the mail and hassle with making a deposit.
We don’t worry about the townhouse because we know that Charita is taking care of it. She is very professional and responsible, and we would recommend Bham WIire Realty to anyone needing a property management company.
Mike Glisson (The Woodlands, TX)
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