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24 In our first meeting, Fred Smith described their team approach @ FSG that was supposed to provide responsive service to their clients through the entire process of selling and buying a home. Responsive service was not my experience with FSG. Early on, I realized my agent was ineffective,...
The Fred Smith Group - RealtySouthWhen we got ready to sell our house and buy a new house I knew we would need a realtor that would WORK WITH US to make everything perfect. We knew we needed to interview at least two or three realtors to find one that would fit our needs and personality. I found Dan Cannon listed on...
Dan CannonThey do stuff like steam cleaning the walls. They also redid and waxed my hardwood floors instead of having to use polyurethane. They do real deep cleaning stuff and they get dust out of the house. They are awesome. I’ve had them do a lot of heavy duty kind of stuff. The last time they were...
Act One CleaningQuoting and pre-work process were very professional and detailed. Quote was not the lowest, but Authentic worked with me on price, in order to get the work. The quote was the most detailed I got. It helped alleviate any surprises that can come when doing roof work. So, they instilled a real...
Authentic RestorationBarbara is professional, intelligent, hard-working and kind. She worked tirelessly on our behalf and found ways to make a difficult sale work. She was always available and willing to work with us to market and sell the house. She gave 150%. I would never use another agent and would...
Barbara Lane - Real Estate AgentSoutheastern Valuation, LLC, is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Very good communicator and lets you know the situation up front. One of the better appraisers in Alabama."
Curtis B on December 2018
Southeastern Valuation, LLC, is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Very good communicator and lets you know the situation up front. One of the better appraisers in Alabama."
Curtis B on December 2018
Gill Johnson Appraisal, is your premier choice for Real Estate Appraisal work in Birmingham. We have provided high quality work and friendly customer service for years. Call today!
"Timely. Thorough and quick and tries to stay out of the way as he does his work."
ROY M on May 2023
Gill Johnson Appraisal, is your premier choice for Real Estate Appraisal work in Birmingham. We have provided high quality work and friendly customer service for years. Call today!
"Timely. Thorough and quick and tries to stay out of the way as he does his work."
ROY M on May 2023
Welcome to the future of real estate valuation solutions with Akrivis. We combine innovation and evolving technology with our exclusive network of photography contractors to deliver accurate real estate valuations in less than five days. No stress, no fuss, just fast and reliable property values.
"Hired to do valuation of a manufactured home - not on land. Gave appraisal comparison properties included land. therefore not an accurate valuation. Thought salesperson understood nuance. "
Melissa P on October 2025
Welcome to the future of real estate valuation solutions with Akrivis. We combine innovation and evolving technology with our exclusive network of photography contractors to deliver accurate real estate valuations in less than five days. No stress, no fuss, just fast and reliable property values.
"Hired to do valuation of a manufactured home - not on land. Gave appraisal comparison properties included land. therefore not an accurate valuation. Thought salesperson understood nuance. "
Melissa P on October 2025
Tomlinson Appraisals is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 30 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
"The appraiser was very knowledgeable"
Carolyn P on April 2024
Tomlinson Appraisals is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 30 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
"The appraiser was very knowledgeable"
Carolyn P on April 2024
When you partner with Transform Real Estate, you are in capable hands. Tamara has been a housing professional for over 25 years. She started her housing career in the 90's, while attending College. After graduating College, she went on to serve in multiple and diverse roles that include Customer Service, Banking and Finance, Fraud Prevention, Leasing Consultant, Assistant Manager, Property Manager, Real Estate Agent, Real Estate Broker and Mortgage Loan Originator. She is a Home Loan Consultant with New American Funding NMLS#2589636 and NMLS#6606. An active member of various Real Estate and Mortgage Trade Associations that include the Birmingham Association of REALTORS, Alabama Association of REALTORS, the National Association of REALTORS, Alabama Real Estate Educators Association, National Association of Real Estate Brokers, the Birmingham Realtist, Alabama Mortgage Professionals, National Association of Mortgage Brokers and Mortgage Bankers Association. Tamara passionately gives back to her community through organizations like the Hoover Chamber of Commerce and the Hoover Chamber Ambassadors.
When you partner with Transform Real Estate, you are in capable hands. Tamara has been a housing professional for over 25 years. She started her housing career in the 90's, while attending College. After graduating College, she went on to serve in multiple and diverse roles that include Customer Service, Banking and Finance, Fraud Prevention, Leasing Consultant, Assistant Manager, Property Manager, Real Estate Agent, Real Estate Broker and Mortgage Loan Originator. She is a Home Loan Consultant with New American Funding NMLS#2589636 and NMLS#6606. An active member of various Real Estate and Mortgage Trade Associations that include the Birmingham Association of REALTORS, Alabama Association of REALTORS, the National Association of REALTORS, Alabama Real Estate Educators Association, National Association of Real Estate Brokers, the Birmingham Realtist, Alabama Mortgage Professionals, National Association of Mortgage Brokers and Mortgage Bankers Association. Tamara passionately gives back to her community through organizations like the Hoover Chamber of Commerce and the Hoover Chamber Ambassadors.
Real estate agent Residential and Commercial
Real estate agent Residential and Commercial
Why Choose Me As Your Agent? When you work with me, you will receive a knowledgeable and professional real estate agent, a committed ally to negotiate on your behalf, the systems in place to streamline buying your home and the backing of a trusted company, Keller Williams Realty. Why Work With A Keller Williams Agent? Looking to sell your home? As a real estate associate of Keller Williams Realty, you will now have access to over 170,000 associates across the country to help you sell your property. With our technology, we are leading the way in how homes are sold and purchased through online marketing. Through our KWLS, your listing will display on top name sites like Zillow and Trulia to get you the most brand exposure to your home. Looking to purchase a home? With our KW Technology and advanced websites, searching for properties that are active on the MLS is a breeze. Now you can search 24/7, save properties to your profile to view later and schedule showings with me so you can see these properties in person. My job is to make the real estate buying process that much simpler and as a real estate associate of Keller Williams Realty, we are doing just that. Our company prides ourselves in staying on the cutting edge of technology and if you select me as your real estate agent, you will receive all of this and more. You could never find a more dedicated, energetic, or focused agent to represent you. Please give me a call for a no obligation assessment of your needs!
Why Choose Me As Your Agent? When you work with me, you will receive a knowledgeable and professional real estate agent, a committed ally to negotiate on your behalf, the systems in place to streamline buying your home and the backing of a trusted company, Keller Williams Realty. Why Work With A Keller Williams Agent? Looking to sell your home? As a real estate associate of Keller Williams Realty, you will now have access to over 170,000 associates across the country to help you sell your property. With our technology, we are leading the way in how homes are sold and purchased through online marketing. Through our KWLS, your listing will display on top name sites like Zillow and Trulia to get you the most brand exposure to your home. Looking to purchase a home? With our KW Technology and advanced websites, searching for properties that are active on the MLS is a breeze. Now you can search 24/7, save properties to your profile to view later and schedule showings with me so you can see these properties in person. My job is to make the real estate buying process that much simpler and as a real estate associate of Keller Williams Realty, we are doing just that. Our company prides ourselves in staying on the cutting edge of technology and if you select me as your real estate agent, you will receive all of this and more. You could never find a more dedicated, energetic, or focused agent to represent you. Please give me a call for a no obligation assessment of your needs!
Whether you are a buyer, seller, or investor, So Lux Life is the professional Birmingham real estate agent for you. Not only am I a motivated seller, property seeker and negotiator, I vow to act with care, honesty, and trust when it comes to servicing each of my clients. My clients ALWAYS come first. My goal is to make your dreams of homeownership come true!
Whether you are a buyer, seller, or investor, So Lux Life is the professional Birmingham real estate agent for you. Not only am I a motivated seller, property seeker and negotiator, I vow to act with care, honesty, and trust when it comes to servicing each of my clients. My clients ALWAYS come first. My goal is to make your dreams of homeownership come true!
My name is Taylor Maddox, I am a part of the Dollar & Dollar Realty Team brokered by Keller Williams of Trussville. I am prior Law Enforcement and know the ins and outs of the cities around you! Let me help you buy or sell today!
My name is Taylor Maddox, I am a part of the Dollar & Dollar Realty Team brokered by Keller Williams of Trussville. I am prior Law Enforcement and know the ins and outs of the cities around you! Let me help you buy or sell today!
Baker & Company Brokerage Advisors is a boutique commercial real estate firm committed to providing customized solutions for our client's unique needs. Our firm's business offerings include advisory services, mediation, tenant & buyer representation, due diligence, and compliance management.
Baker & Company Brokerage Advisors is a boutique commercial real estate firm committed to providing customized solutions for our client's unique needs. Our firm's business offerings include advisory services, mediation, tenant & buyer representation, due diligence, and compliance management.
Yes, hiring a real estate agent is worth it. Many homeowners make the mistake of trying to sell their homes by themselves, thinking that they’ll save money on the commission, but what they save on the commission, they very often pay for in frustration and concessions on the sale price. Hiring a real estate agent to handle the sale of your home not only makes the process far easier and takes the burden off of you, but most homeowners get more for their homes when going through an agent because of the marketing and salesmanship they bring to the table.
Real estate agents work on commission, so the cost of hiring an agent will depend on the cost of the home you’re buying or selling. The listing contract should include information about the commission for both agents, which is usually 6 percent of the sale price in total or 3 percent per side. With an average national home value of around $440,000, the typical commission per agent is $13,200. However, you won’t pay this total out of pocket. Instead, the commission comes out of the sale price of the property.
Interviewing real estate agents is the best way to find the right person for the job. Consider asking the following questions to find the best agent for you:
How will you show my property?
Will you do open houses to market my home?
How will you handle dual agency (representing the buyer and you as the seller)?
Should I make repairs to my home before listing?
Will you get professional photos taken of my home?
What is the best price you think we can get for my property?
How long do you expect the sale to take?
You don’t legally need a real estate agent as a buyer, as you can represent yourself, but you should always hire an agent as a home buyer. A professional real estate agent will have access to local MLS services to find homes that meet your criteria and needs, can connect you with other professionals—like a mortgage broker and real estate attorney—you’ll need for the purchase, and can often negotiate a better price for your home to help save you money. Plus, as the buyer, your agent’s commission comes from the seller’s proceeds from the sale of the home.
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