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THE GUSTY GULAS GROUP December 2018
BHAM’s best
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THE WOOLWORTH RECREATION & REFRESHMENT 1006 20th Street South (205) 518-6311 woolworthbham.com Come and enjoy food, games and drinks at Birmingham’s newest hotspot in Five Points South! A brand new food and entertainment concept from the team at El Barrio and Paramount!
YELLOWHAMMER CREATIVE 1821 2nd Avenue North (205) 725-9100 yellowhammer.org Want to rep Birmingham? Yellowhammer Creative has it all from t-shirts, to stem wear, to baby gear, all aimed at showing love for our great city! They also have a great series going on featuring all 99 of Birmingham’s classic neighborhoods!
BIRMINGHAM CANDY COMPANY 2821 2nd Avenue South (205) 447-3002 birminghamcandy.com Locally made candy with everything from chocolate to lollipops, located in the heart of Pepper Place. Apparel and more also available.
PILCROW COCKTAIL CELLAR 2015 1st Avenue North (205) 502-7600 pilcrowbham.com One of Birmingham’s newest watering holes, come visit The Pilcrow, located below Founder’s Station. With a very sexy, underground vibe, this place is quickly becoming the Magic City’s premier tequila bar!
how’s the market? The market has continued with our seasonal slowdown; however, it’s looking like this December will be our best December ever, which is fantastic! Interest rates continue to rise a little, and the Fed is looking to continue that trend in 2019. It is my recommendation to prepare now before the rates go up and up. We have been meeting with many clients in preparation of getting their homes ready to go live in the first quarter of the New Year. Now is a great time to reach out and schedule your Market Analysis. We can build a plan of action together to reduce the stress of selling your home. Tell us about your situation!
thank you referrals • Sarah Beisher • Matthew Bearden • Alicia Broadhead • Twyla Davidson • Joey Dickerson • Kathy Richards • Matt Waine
Jon Riddle
REALTOR® 205-603-3587 jonriddle@brikrealty.com 2901 2nd Ave S. Suite 230 Birmingham, AL 35233 GustyGulasGroup.com
what’s been up
With the Gusty Gulas Group
HAppy Briksgiving!
g3 client Appreciation
the Numbers
37 Homes Sold last month $6,628,415 Volume Closed Last Month $162,516 Buyer Savings Last Month 381 Homes Sold year-to-date $80,528,553 Volume Closed Year-To-Date $1,592,964 Buyer Savings year-to-date
Tara Respinto’s 40th Birthday
last year 42 Average Days on Market 2017 450 Homes Sold 2017 $98,323,761 Volume Closed 2017 $2,062,015 Buyer Savings 2017
happy clients
The Harper Family
Kelly & Whit W.
Jake M.
Sherry & Doug F.
Amanda & Jimmy H.
Ashley & Bret T.
Linda
The Thompsons
Tim & Angie E.
Gabe E.
Madelaine J.
Daniel & Magen D.
Savannah M.
Holly E. & Dan H.
Stacy B.
You could be next!
Call me today at 205-603-3587
current LISTINGS
2607 COURT R
1439 LAKE LANe NE Birmingham | $60,000
182 OLD MONTgomery HWY Birmingham | $65,000
5877 34TH ST N
3468 WESTOVER RD Westover | $70,000
147 FOUST AVE
Hueytown | $97.000
7579 OLD SPRINGVILLE RD
681 RIDGEWOOD DR Remlap | $115,000
8435 10TH AVE S
Birmingham | $115,000
4833 VISE RD
1517 27TH ST N
2809 HIGHLAND AVE
Birmingham | $30,000
Birmingham | $66,000
Trussville | $114,000
Pinson | $129,900
Birmingham | $140,000
Birmingham | $169,900
current LISTINGS
195 PINE KNOLL DR
653 WATERSTONE DR Calera | $200,000
Birmingham | $275,000
4821 WINNEBAGO DR
3675 CHALYBE PLace Hoover | $324,900
6640 HWY 11
Springville | $350,000
5805 Lake Cyrus BLVD
5249 Crossings PkWY
Lot 913 LONGSTREET
1304 Deerhurst Ct
794 Killough LN
715 83RD PL S
Trussville | $179,900
Hoover | $285,000
Hoover | $409,900
Hoover | $689,900
Hoover | $499,000
Talladega | $1,299,900
500 56TH ST S
Helena | $619,900
Birmingham | $21,900
current LISTINGS
2133 47TH PL
712 7TH AVE
7860 RUGBY CT
Birmingham | $34,900
Pleasant Grove | $67,000
Birmingham | $85,000
3004 FOX GLEN CIR NW Birmingham | $150,000
873 8TH CIR N
Pell City | $159,000
526 BARONNE ST
6078 LAKESIDE DR
5448 WISTERIA TRC
1609 SOUTHPOINTE DR
2145 BAILEY BROOK DR
1440 ALFORD AVE
4371 ABBOTTS WAY
Pinson | $199,999
Hoover | $269,900
Trussville | $239,900
Birmingham | $300,000
Helena | $169,000
Hoover | $260,000
Hoover | $459,900
current LISTINGS
2328 SOUTHAMPTON DR
7729 7th Ct S | Birmingham
2804 Norwood Blvd | Bham
$40,000 | 3 Bed 1 Bath
$65,000 | 3 Bed 1 Bath
2500 October Dr | Adamsville
7845 8th Ave S | Birmingham
1711 34th St N | Birmingham
$99,000 | 3 Bed 2 Bath
$105,000 | 2 Bed 1 Bath | Total Remodel
$120,000 | 3 Bed 1 Bath | Total Remodel
Hoover | $499,900
151 Lucas Ln | Maylene
2717 17th Ave N | Birmingham
2327 Morris Ave Unit 2D | Bham
$170,000 | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 2 Car Garage
$180,000 | 3 Bed 2 Bath
$200,000 | 1 Bed 1 Bath
3721 Guyton Rd | Hoover
3715 Lookout Dr | Trussville
1565 Deer Valley Dr | Hoover
$210,000 | 4 Bed 2 Bath
$250,000 | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 2 Car Garage
$259,900 | 4 Bed 2.5 Bath | 2 Car Garage
current LISTINGS
109 Lakeridge Dr | Trussville
2729 Montauk Rd | Birmingham
4316 2nd Ave S | Bham | New Build
$276,000 | 4 Bed 2.5 Bath
$439,900 | 5 Bed 3 Bath | 2 Car Garage
$489,900 | 4 Bed 3.5 Bath | 2 Car Garage
Interested in one of these homes?
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Jon Riddle • 205-603-3587
rave Reviews Check out what my happy customers have to say about their experience! “Working with Jon to buy our house was the best decision! We bought our first house and had no idea how the process worked. Jon made it so easy! He shared updates through the entire process so we knew exactly where we stood. We actually bought the very first house he showed us! We highly recommend Jon for buying and selling your home!”
“Jon was a true professional. He did a great job start to finish. He was able to answer all my questions and assisted me through the entire purchasing process. Even after my purchase, we have stayed in touch and he has helped me with finding contractors to help with home repairs and other services. I would recommend his services to anyone looking to buy or sell a home in the Birmingham market.”
“I can’t say enough great things about Jon. He helped me to find the house of my dreams at the price point I wanted and he held my hand through every step of the process. I had no idea what to expect when buying a house and was thrilled that each time I felt unsure about something or didn’t know how to handle it, he stepped in and answered my questions or handled the situation (often times before I even knew there was a situation). He juggled the sellers, the loan officers, the inspectors, the contractors, HUD and everyone else involved in the process, keeping the ball rolling on my way towards closing. Personally his enthusiasm, his professionalism, his availability and his genuine nature shine through making it a joy to work with him.”
exciting Endorsements G3 is getting noticed! Our clients are not the only ones raving about the Gusty Gulas Group. Check out these endorsements from both local and national celebrities.
BARBARA CORCORAN
After making the 2016 Real Trends Top 250 Teams list, as published in the Wall Street Journal, Barbara Corcoran’s Team reached out to Gusty Gulas about a partnership. Barbara, a featured member of ABC’s Shark Tank, has endorsed Gusty and his #1 Team as the only agents in Birmingham that she recommends. Barbara built and grew the #1 Real Estate Brokerage in New York City, so she knows top talent when she sees it.
Reg & Will
If you have listened to Birmingham Radio for any amount of time you have probably heard Scott Register, also known as “Reg.” The G3 Team is excited to partner with The Morning Blend show with Reg and Will Lochamy on Birmingham Mountain Radio. Many of our clients are loyal listeners to BMR, and we love what Reg and Will do for the music scene in Birmingham.
Dollar BilL & Madison
If you love Country music, then you probably listen to 102.5 The Bull, and in the morning time you are entertained by Dollar Bill and Madison. Radio personalities and trusted Birmingham residents, Dollar Bill and Madison endorse Gusty and his #1 Team as the only agents in the Birmingham area that they would use when buying or selling a home.
what’s happening This Month December 1st-22nd: Holiday Films at Alabama Theatre December is here, and it is officially time to start celebrating the holidays. Gather up your family and friends; one of Birmingham’s favorite Christmas traditions is back! This month, you can enjoy a classic holiday film alongside loved ones at the historic Alabama Theatre. Movie showings include White Christmas and It’s a Wonderful Life, plus many more. Holiday Film Series at the Alabama Theatre will run from December 1st – December 22nd. Times will vary by day.
December 14: A Charlie Brown Christmas, Live Your favorite Peanuts characters come to life in this all-new touring stage adaptation of Charles M. Schulz’s classic award winning animated television special, all set to the unforgettable music of Vince Guaraldi. Join the gang as they put on their own Christmas play and discover the true meaning of the season. A Charlie Brown Christmas Live Onstage is a present the whole family can enjoy. The event is Friday, December 14th, at the BJCC at 7:00 p.m.
December 14: a Night in Winter Wonderland Welcome to a Night in Winter Wonderland! Friday, December 14th, at The Clubhouse at Highland Park Golf Course, be prepared for a night of fancy food, fun, friends, photo booth, fabulous tunes, furry Santa, and FREE drinks for YPBirmingham Members and all guests! Winter is coming, and we’re getting our party faces ready for some intense Holiday action in the heart of December! Show off your dressy winter whites and cocktail light colors and get ready to charge through this holiday season in style! Delicious food will be provided from Tropicaleo to warm you up in the middle of the winter cold with exotic and scrumptious Puerto Rican fare!
December 16: The Market at Pizitz The Market at Pizitz will be lining 19th Street North with Makers, Farmers, Artists and more! Come shop local with us at The Pizitz on Sunday, December 16th from 11:00am – 3:00pm. The Market is presented by Yellowhammer Creative.
who do you know? Referrals are the lifeblood of my business. I greatly appreciate any and all referrals. If you know anyone that has mentioned real estate, investing, having a baby, getting a job promotion, getting married, getting divorced, moving out of state, etc., please connect them to me!
featured success story
Nick & Johnette’s SearcH Nick and Johnette had been living in Georgia and got news they were going to be moving to Birmingham, AL. They started their search online as many people today do. They found a few houses they liked and read a few of my reviews and decided to give me a call. I stayed in touch with them for months answering questions about the areas, the buying process, and the housing market in Birmingham. When the time finally came for Nick and Johnette to drive over and look at homes in person, they started with 20 homes! I was able to help them to consolidate it down to 10. So on Saturday we saw all 10 homes. It was long day and with 2 young sons in town, we were able to narrow it down to 1 home they wanted to see again on Sunday 3 new homes. So we started out again early Sunday morning and by 11am, they had found the perfect home for their family! Congratulations on your new home, Nick and Johnette!
sellers WANTED It’s a sellers’ market, and I want you to take advantage of it! Because of limited inventory in our market, we have a pool of pre-approved buyers waiting to jump on any new listings. Here’s what our buyers are looking for: • Highland Park, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, fenced back yard, $375-500k • Irondale/Crestline, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, new remodel, $150-250k • 1200 Beacon Pkwy, 2 bedroom condo located in the Regency Crown condo complex • Avalon neighborhood in Moody • Lot in Edgewood-Homewood, up to $300k • Updated Home in Edgewood, up to $850k • Homewood updated, up to $525k • Calera, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, fenced back yard, 1400sqft or larger, up to $150K • Trussville/Pinson, updated, larger lot 1+acre, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathrooms, 2 car garage, up to $200k • South/East in Hoover, condo, 2 bedroom, $50-$65k, cash buyer • Calera, Pelham or Moody, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, updated garden home, 2 car garage, up to $150k, cash buyer • Ross Bridge/Hoover, new or updated, master and guest room on main, needs a large patio or place for entertaining, preferably with a pool or enough room for a pool, up to $600k • Trussville, 3 bedroom, 2 bathrooms, up to $150k • Hoover condo, one level, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, $100-$120k • Investment homes, flips or rental properties
If your home meets any of the criteria above, call or text me today at 205-603-3587 to find out how much your home could be worth and to schedule a no-hassle, FREE home consultation!
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