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Play Local Roots Run Deep at Pickette’s Feed & Pet Supply One of the things I love most about being a REALTOR® with ERA King is getting to work alongside businesses that truly make our community feel like home. Pickette’s Feed & Pet Supply is one of those special places — and I’m proud to call them not only a client, but folks I genuinely admire. […]
Tips FREE Home Design Apps ✨ Apps That Make Planning & Design Easier ✨ 📐 ARPlan 3D Measure spaces and create floor plans instantly using augmented reality. Perfect for getting accurate layouts on the spot. 🏠 Room Planner Ideal for home renovations and interior design. Create floor plans, visualize spaces, and test different layouts—great for both professionals and DIYers. 📸 […]
Stay Sneak Peek: Home Living in 2026 🚨🏡 Your Home in 2026: It’s Not Just Smart, It’s “Agentic”! 🏡🚨 Forget manually adjusting thermostats or remembering to turn off lights! By 2026, homes are evolving from simple “smart” devices to proactive, intuitive assistants that anticipate your every need. Think less remote control, more intelligent partnership. Here’s a sneak peek at the future of […]
Eat Martha’s Effortless Entertaining: Simple Make-Ahead Recipes for a Stress-Free Soirée Hosting doesn’t have to be hectic. Martha Stewart famously teaches that the secret to gracious entertaining lies in thoughtful preparation, allowing you to enjoy your guests (and your own party!). The key? A menu loaded with delicious dishes that can be made largely in advance. Here are three go-to recipes that will impress without the […]
Stay Calhoun County Market Watch: November 2025 Update Is the holiday slowdown real, or are prices heating up? Here is your pulse on residential and land sales in Calhoun County. As we wrap up November and head into the holiday season, the real estate market in Calhoun County is telling two different stories. While we are seeing the traditional seasonal cooling in activity—with […]
Stay Boost Your Alabama Home Value: The 2026 Design Trends Buyers Are Craving Are you planning to list your home in Oxford, Anniston, Birmingham, move to Huntsville, or spruce up your property on the Gulf Coast soon? If so, it’s time to look past what’s popular now and focus on what will be blooming in 2026. In the fast-moving world of Alabama real estate, staying ahead of the […]
Play 🍂 Thanksgiving Home Décor Trends for 2025 As a Realtor, I get to see so many beautiful homes — and it always reminds me how style and soul go hand in hand. Around the holidays, it’s not just about how your home looks; it’s about how it feels. Thanksgiving 2025 décor is all about comfort, craftsmanship, and cozy creativity — making your […]
Stay From Iron & Industry to Hills & Home: The Story Behind Hillyer High Road From Iron & Industry to Hills & Home: The Story Behind Hillyer High Road Anniston’s story began in 1872 as a planned industrial town — born from iron, grit, and big dreams. Founded by Samuel Noble and Daniel Tyler through the Woodstock Iron Company, it was once a bustling “company town,” known for its iron […]
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Stay Government Shutdown + Real Estate 🏛️ Government Shutdown & What It Means for Alabama Real Estate 🏡 You may have heard about a possible federal government shutdown—here’s what it could mean for buyers and sellers: 1️⃣ Delays in Federal Services FHA and VA loan processing could slow down if federal employees are furloughed. USDA home loans may experience delays. 2️⃣ […]
Play Taylor Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl: A Spotlight on Joy, Resilience, and Reinvention Taylor Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl: A Spotlight on Joy, Resilience, and Reinvention As someone who wears a few hats myself — realtor, community ambassador, and occasional multitasking showgirl of my own — I couldn’t help but be drawn to Taylor Swift’s newest album, The Life of a Showgirl. Released October 3, 2025, this […]
Stay Mortgage Rates Finally Start to Ease – Falling to their lowest average in nearly a year After months of climbing borrowing costs, mortgage rates have finally started to ease falling to their lowest average in nearly a year. For homebuyers, homeowners considering refinancing, and sellers wondering what this means for their property values, now is the time to pay attention. Mortgage Rates at a Glance 30-year fixed mortgage: recently fell to […]
Tips The “fifth wall” (i.e. ceilings) is A Focus in Home Design Statement Ceilings: Elevating the Fifth Wall in Interior Design For years, ceilings have been overlooked in the design world—often painted a standard white and left as a blank backdrop. But in 2025, interior designers and homeowners alike are turning their eyes upward, embracing the ceiling as a canvas for creativity. Known as the “fifth wall,” […]
Stay Laundry Room Transformation: From Functional to Fresh When I first started tackling my laundry room renovation, I knew I wanted to create a space that was not only practical but also personal. The laundry room is one of those spots we all use daily, yet it’s often overlooked when it comes to style and comfort. For me, this project became the perfect […]
Stay First-Time Home Buyers in Calhoun County: What You Need to Know First-Time Home Buyers in Calhoun County: What You Need to Know So, you’re ready to buy your first home? That’s exciting! Whether you’ve been saving for years or just decided it’s time to settle down, becoming a homeowner is a big milestone—and in Calhoun County, it’s also a smart move. From Anniston to Oxford, Jacksonville […]
Play Celebrating Southern Hospitality in Alabama Celebrating Southern Hospitality in Alabama There’s something magnetic about welcoming someone into your home with that unmistakable Southern charm. In Alabama, hospitality isn’t just a gesture—it’s a way of life. 1. Manners That Speak Volumes “Politeness is woven into daily life,” where greetings like “yes, ma’am,” “no, sir,” “please,” and “thank you” are taught from […]
Stay Calhoun County, AL Real Estate Market Update Alabama Real Estate Spotlight | Summer 2025 Real Estate in Calhoun County — Mid-2025 Overview Home Prices & Market Pace Median sale price for Calhoun County homes in June 2025 was approximately $223,000, reflecting a notable 23.7% year-over-year increase Redfin. The Zillow Home Value Index places the average home value at $163,043, up 1.2% from […]
Stay Designers Revealed the Best Way to Use ChatGPT for Home Projects The bot can be a powerful tool for getting started on a home renovation—but it might not give you the full picture. As artificial intelligence (AI) plays more of a part in our everyday lives—whether you just enjoy scrolling through memes or use it in more practical ways, like researching a product or planning your meals […]
Play See Choccolocco Creek Up Close! Choccolocco Kayak is a kayak rental facility located in Oxford, Alabama. We provide kayaks and transportation for a beautiful 1.5 – 2.0 hour float down Choccolocco Creek. Visitors will be transported by van to the kayak put-in access point near Cider Ridge Golf Club. Visitors will float Choccolocco Creek until they reach the take-out access […]
Stay Pet-Friendly Features Buyers Love 🐾 f you’ve got furry friends, you’ll appreciate these pet-friendly perks that can actually help sell a home: ✔️ Fenced yard – A must for pups to play safely✔️ Durable flooring – Scratch-resistant = stress-free✔️ Mudroom or pet wash – Bath time made easy✔️ Built-in pet nooks – Think food stations or cozy cubbies✔️ Nearby trails […]
Eat Hydroponic Tier Sponsor #AqualityFarms Yes, I am a proud #sponsor for a hydroponic tier at Aquality Farms in Anniston, AL.  These pesticide-free plants (lettuce) are harvested here in our back yard, packaged and shipped to local schools and summer camps surround our community.   I celebrated my tier sponsorship with my first ribbon cutting ceremony.  The Calhoun County Chamber Ambassadors were […]