Once the dream home has been found, the last thing anyone wants to have happen is the possibility of losing it. But things happen in life, so when it comes to real estate issues in Alabama, it's important to know how to avoid the stress of foreclosure. When a homeowner defaults on mortgage payments, lenders will usually try to recoup their losses and foreclose on a property, but there are things that can be done to keep the issue out of the court system.
Montgomery residential real estate listings down over last year
Alabama residential listings seem to be in short supply compared to a year ago. In fact, the numbers of homes for sale in the residential real estate sector in Montgomery are down about 9.5 percent. The Montgomery Area Association of Realtors (MAAR) says demand is definitely is outdoing supply when it comes to single family homes. Fifty-three purchases actually closed this January -- more than 18 percent below projections by the Alabama Center for Real Estate (ACRE).
