Leigh McPherson

WOW!! Where did the summer go? Last weekend I was pouring sweat as we finished up our annual charity campaign for Children's Miracle Network at the National Annual Shrimp Festival; and this morning I had to pull out my trust RE/MAX pullover to go out and get the paper. The weather is getting warmer later in the week... and the deals are getting HOTTER! Rates have remained low and choice, well-priced properties continue to trickle onto the market. The opportunities are there - and buyers are noticing. Sales of beachfront property were up 50% from last September. Take advantage of these deals now. In a few years, you will be glad you did!

It is often a challenge to show resort property in a resort and second home market - especially on a big weekend like this one! But after the holiday excitement wanes, the market will remain strong for our beautiful beachside and bay properties. The high tourist season results in the greatest gross income for our investment property owners, but as the summer wears on and fall begins, our area remains a desirable place to be.

Fall fishing attracts many tourists, and slightly cooler (yet still very mild) temperatures make the Alabama Gulf Coast a wonderful place to visit. Our sunny beaches are a big draw year round. Fall is also a good time to look at resort property. Prices low, inventory good, and rates still low. Come purchase your piece of paradise now!

I have said it before this year and I will say it again - There has NEVER been a better time to buy beach property! Low rates, good selection, beautiful beaches in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, AL and Perdido Key , Florida.

Call or email me today - I would love a referral from you!

Hello to all! Just evaluated my 2008 production. I sold almost 1.8M in inventory! $1,789,400 worth, to be precise. Lots of hard, hard work, but it is proof that property IS selling, and some buyers are getting terrific deals!

As I look over the year, I had to shift gears many times and step outside my comfort zone to make things work, sometimes. I had to look at what was happening in the market and go after it. It really is true: if you do the same thing over and over, you should not expect different results. Change can be good. I am excited about continued change and growth in 2009.