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Though home sales in Birmingham are currently trailing 2010 numbers, hope is still in place by the Birmingham Association of Realtors that the market could certainly pick up and sell enough units to pass the number of homes sold last year.

Considering the home sales of 2010 were largely impacted by the first-time home buyer’s tax credit, there is certainly potential for the market to lapse last year’s numbers which aren’t that much higher than where we are now. In fact, the Birmingham movers are impressed to say that so far, the home sales for 2011 in Birmingham are trailing 2010 by only 7 percent.

If you’re considering a move to Birmingham, contact your local movers for the best rates and Southern hospitality.

In Alabama, the real estate market seems to be looking up. Last month, Birmingham went against the trends and sold almost 40% more homes than July of last year. While the 36% boost certainly isn’t a bad thing, celebrations were less than over the top when the realty industry noted that last year’s low point was largely due to the first-time home buyer’s tax credit that expired last June.

And even though the increase this year from June-July is small, the rates of sales are going up, and that’s absolutely something to be excited about. After all, houses are selling–things could be worse. And month after month, Birmingham is selling more homes than the month prior. What else is going up? Prices! Last year, the average price for a home sold was up by 5% this July. And foreclosures are still lurking; last month’s sales were about 28% foreclosure related.

The Birmingham movers would like you to know that the low interest rates are intended to stay where they are for the next two years, according to the Federal Reserve. If you intend to buy or sell a home in the Birmingham area, be sure to contact your #1 preferred family movers to get your job done quickly & with care!

The South is not a new area to film production, in fact, Louisiana’s Baton Rouge is a popular location for several films each year. And while Alabama based movies of the past such as Sweet Home Alabama, Forrest Gump, and Crazy in Alabama were set in the state, none of them were actually filmed there. Now, it seems as though Alabama residents are trying to get a piece of the Hollywood pie as well. The Alabama Film Office is seeking to promote Alabama as a great place to film on location.

Since tax breaks are a huge draw to Baton Rouge for production teams, Alabama passed legislation at the end of June stating that companies who who film a television series in Alabama can receive financial incentives of up to 35 percent. This is intended to lure entertainment honchos looking to save money while also bolstering the local economy.The Birmingham movers think this legislation will have a positive impact on the local economy and hopefully ignite Alabama as a financially smart place to make a film.

You can read more about the new filming laws & incentives on the Alabama website here.

Whether you are relocating to Birmingham or are currently a Birmingham resident simply moving within the city, there is much to be said about the downtown area. Whether you are single or married, a student or a professional, the downtown Birmingham area has something to offer everyone.

Your Birmingham movers have noticed that one of the most popular places for people to relocate is to the Cityville complex. The complex has loft style apartments and amenities for residents such as a pool and an on-site gym. In the coming months, the center plans to add a restaurant and retail space to encourage a subdued and classy nightlife scene.

So, if you’re on the hunt for a trendy loft-style residence in the Birmingham Alabama area, then definitely check out the continually growing Cityville…don’t forget to hire reputable Birmingham movers to help you with the heavy lifting!

By now, we all know that green living is all the rage. Recycling, reducing, and reusing are staples of many households, including here in Birmingham. With that in mind, the Green Living Fair will crowd the streets of downtown Birmingham for the third year in a row, sharing tips on how to minimize your carbon footprint.

Local eco-friendly businesses will set up booths (100+) on July 23rd showcasing eco-friendly products that you can adopt into your Birmingham home, everything from cleaning products to organic food. The vendors and products go hand in hand with games and activities for kids, to help instill environmental responsibility from a young age.

The Birmingham movers intend to swing by the fair, which takes place from 9am-6pm on Old Woodward Avenue, between Maple and Brown and Merrill Streets. More information is available at the Community House, 247-644-5832.

While your Birmingham movers here are looking forward to a busy moving weekend, many of you may be looking forward to the Honda Indy Grand Prix which will be held at the Barber Motorsports Park this weekend! Patrick Dempsey is one of many familiar faces you’ll be seeing at this weekend’s race, he’ll even be in a race car! Kids 12 and under even get in free with a ticketed adult. What an exciting spectacle of races! Cars will be flying by at more than 100 miles per hour on a rather complex track full of turns and changes in elevation. If you’re moving this weekend, you’ll still be able to catch the Honda Indy Grand Prix; your movers in Birmingham here are rather quick too!

It is saddening to report that the iconic 130-year-old oak trees at Toomer’s corner were maliciously poisoned near the tail end of January by a disgruntled former Texas state trooper. Toomer’s corner is a staple to the Auburn university campus and is known most notably as a celebration point where Auburn fans have made a tradition out of decorating the trees’ branches with rolls upon rolls of toilet paper!

The culprit arrogantly called in to a local radio station to brag about his eco-terrorism saying that he poisoned the trees with a lethal dose of herbicide assuring that the trees will definitely die. The recovery of the trees is unlikely as the poison was administered in extremely toxic doses to the trees’ soil, but the university will exhaust all remedial methods in a die-hard battle for the life of the fan-favorite foliage.

On a slightly positive note, the man guilty of tainting the trees was apprehended by police and burdens a hefty bond to the tune of $50,000. Alabama harbors extremely enthusiastic fans, which can clearly get out of hand from time to time. Your Birmingham movers here hope that the long-celebrated trees recover soon and continue to offer their branches to fun Auburn fans for a long time.

Your Birmingham professional movers like to get involved in the community whenever we can. Recently we assisted the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation in Birmingham by doing a very thorough move. The organization was very pleased with and appreciative of the service they received from your reputable Birmingham movers; as were we of the invitation which was recently extended to attend the annual – Thank You Thursday Open House- A Toast, Coast To Coast For Volunteers – The open house will be a ribbon cutting event for the new Cystic Fibrosis Foundation headquarters in Birmingham. It feels good to lend a helping hand to those in need!