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        <title>Gulf Shores Real Estate  and Orange Beach Real Estate - Alabama Gulf Coast and Mobile Bay</title>
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        <description>Alabama Gulf Coast Real Estate - Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Ono Island, and Fort Morgan plus the Mobile Bay communities of Point Clear, Fairhope, and Daphne in Baldwin County, Alabama.</description>
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            <title>40th Annual National Shrimp Festival in Gulf Shores, AL</title>
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The 40th Annual National Shrimp Festival is right around the corner! 

Held right on the beautiful beaches of Gulf Shores, the festival is from Thursday, October 13 - Sunday, October 16. Admission is free, and there is something here for everyone -



Fine Arts and Arts &amp; Crafts from over 200 artists


Live music on 2 stages, starting Thursday, October 14 at 10 a.m.


10k Race on Saturday, October 15

Children's Activity Village with hands-on arts &amp; crafts, 
educational activities, carnival rides, and free popcorn &amp; cotton 
candy!


The Shrimp Festival is always a blast for the whole family. This
 area has &nbsp;&nbsp; so much to offer, including wonderful restaurants, 
nightlife, and the outlet mall in Foley.


Now is the perfect time to visit Gulf Shores, and it is also the perfect time to to buy Alabama Beach Front Property! Call me today&nbsp; for help with all of your real estate needs.
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            <title>Closing a Real Estate Deal!</title>
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This Is What Closing a Deal Looks Like


Searching for a home can be a very overwhelming and exciting experience. However, some of us, though buying a home can be exciting, find it a very stressful time.  This just another example of why we need to have a professional on our side. Hiring a Realtor can ensure that you have someone looking out for your best interests and who knows the process, as well as the market inside and out.


Every Little Step You Take


Once you are ready to make an offer on a home, you may be wondering: What next? What does this mean? What does that mean? There may be contingencies that have to be met by both parties before a closing can be made final. Closing costs are generally a percentage of your loan amount, but this can vary depending on your specific situation. This would be determined working with your Realtor and a mortgage broker. Here's a list of what's left to be done to close the deal on your new home:



  
An offer with detailed contingencies will need to be drawn up.

  
You'll submit &quot;earnest money&quot; or a deposit.

  
A seller can then choose to accept your offer or provide a counteroffer with contingencies and possible price changes of their own.

  
If you haven't already been pre-approved, you'll need to apply for a loan. (This is usually a good idea to do when you begin your home search so that you may understand how much house you can afford).

  
An appraisal will need to be completed for the home.

  
The home will need to be inspected by a licensed home inspector.

  
And required by your lender you'll need to have a title search performed, buy title insurance, and homeowners insurance.

  
All documents will need to be reviewed to ensure accuracy.

  
Your down payment and closing costs will need to be paid next.

  
And finalizing all documents, and now you own your new home!




Each of the steps listed above involves a varied amount of details. Having a Realtor and mortgage broker working for you can make sure the process is as thorough, quick and as easy as possible. If you need assistance right away, please feel to contact us immediately. We're here to help.


Writing for Waterfront Properties &amp; Club Communities, gives Lisa Lambert the opportunity to help both home buyers and sellers work easily through the real estate process.  Lisa writes for luxury waterfront communities like Admirals Cove in Jupiter, Florida.


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            <pubDate>Wed, 07 Sep 2011 11:08:26 -0500</pubDate>
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            <title>Navy Cove Harbor Condos at Fort Morgan, Alabama</title>
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Located on the Fort Morgan Peninsula in Gulf Shores, the Navy Cove Harbor Condos offer excellent views and opportunities for enjoying the nearby waters. 

 

Search ---&gt; Navy Cove Harbor Condos for Sale 

With the Navy Cove Harbor Condos being located just across the street from the Gulf of Mexico, residents enjoy easy access to the white sand beaches and pristine waters the area has to offer. Thanks to the private marina provided to residents of the condo complex, getting out on the water to enjoy a variety of water sports and other boating activities is a cinch.

In addition to providing ample opportunities to spend time in the waters, residents of Navy Cove Harbor also enjoy beautiful views of sunsets over Mobile Bay as well as amazing views of the Gulf of Mexico. 

For those who enjoy golfing, the Peninsula Golf Course and the number one rated Kiva Dunes Golf Course are both located nearby, as are tasty restaurant options and plenty of places for shopping. Popular activities that are regularly enjoyed by residents of Navy Cove Harbor include deep sea fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling, parasailing and more.

Of course, the attractions the Orange Beach area has to offer is not all that residents of Navy Cove Harbor get to enjoy. Not only is the condo located ideally near to plenty of waters, inclusing a deep water boat basin, residents also get a boat slip. With a marina and boat launch located nearby, getting out on the waters is a simple process.&nbsp; Residents also enjoy on-site parking as well as access to two outdoor pools, a sauna and a hot tub. The property also features a BBQ area as well as a gazebo and pavilion.

 With forty-nine units to select from, Navy Cove Harbor offers plenty of options for those who are interested in living in this beautiful location. Each unit features 9 foot ceilings and there are several different bedroom and bathroom configurations to select from. Prices on these units range from within the $100,000 area all the way up to more than $1 million. As such, there is certain to be a unit at Nave Cove Harbor to suit anyones budget while also offering the number of rooms, bathrooms and other amenities desired. From families to singles, Navy Cove Harbor condos offer the perfect home for anyone who enjoys boating and wants to see beautiful views of the beach on a daily basis.

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            <author>info@gulfshoreslife.com (Cal Carter Team Leader)</author>
            <title>SEPTEMBER - 2010 Newsletter Housing Trends</title>
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SEPTEMBER - 2010 Newsletter Housing Trends 

Welcome to the most current Housing Trends eNewsletter. This eNewsletter is specially designed for you, with national and local housing information that you may find useful whether youre in the market for a home, thinking about selling your home, or just interested in homeowner issues in general. 
The Housing Trends eNewsletter contains the latest information from the National Association of REALTORS, the U.S. Census Bureau and Realtor.org reports, videos, key market indicators and real estate sales statistics, a video message by a nationally recognized economist, maps, mortgage rates and calculators, consumer articles, plus local neighborhood information and more. 


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Please  click here to view the SEPTEMBER - 2010 Newsletter Housing Trends eNewsletter.


If you are interested in determining the value of your home, click the Home Evaluator link for a free evaluation report.
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            <title>Morgantown Homes in Fort Morgan, Alabama</title>
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 Morgantown Homes in Fort Morgan, AL

Located a mere fifteen minutes west of Gulf Shores on the Ft. Morgan Peninsula, Morgantown is an upscale, family beach community that is quite strict about its appearance. As such, all of the yards in Morgantown are beautifully maintained while each home is painted an attractive pastel color. Furthermore, all of the utilities are buried so as to detract from the surrounding natural beauty as little as possible. As soon as you cross through the neighborhoods scenic entrance, which is lined with palm trees and other beautiful landscaping, you know you are coming home to something special.

Search ---&gt; Morgantown Homes for sale in Fort Morgan, AL

Perhaps one of the greatest draws to living in Morgantown is the private beach access that its residents enjoy. Not only are the pristine beaches well-maintained, but private access means residents dont have to fight the crowds when they decide to go for a swim, to stroll along the beach or to participate in other beach activities at the end of a long work day or on the weekends. With a marina located just one mile down the road, residents also enjoy easy access to boating and other fun water sports and activities. Other popular activities among residents include biking and walking, as the streets are flat and quiet, making them perfect for these types of activities.In addition to its ideal location and scenic surroundings, Morgantown also offers a number of quality amenities to its residents. For example, the community features two tennis courts, two swimming pools and easy access to its beautiful pet-friendly beach. For the golf enthusiast, the top-rated Kiva Dunes Golf Club is located right next door and the Peninsula Golf Club, which features 27 manicured holes, can be found just down the street. Of course, all of the dining, shopping and family-friendly activities available at Gulf Shores are just a few minutes away as well.

Search ---&gt; Homes for sale in Morgantown, Fort Morgan, AL

As might be expected, the homes in Morgantown are just as beautiful and inspiring as the natural scenery. Nonetheless, it is possible to purchase a home within the $200,000 range in this community, with even these less costly homes providing excellent views of the Gulf. At the same time, it is not unusual for homes in Morgantown to cost more than $500,000 and some reach beyond the $1 million mark. Of course, these more costly homes offer the best locations and the most luxurious amenities, including features such as custom cabinets and high-end appliances.


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            <title>Martinique on the Gulf Homes for sale in Fort Morgan, AL</title>
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Martinique on the Gulf, Fort Morgan, Alabama

For those who are interested in living in a classic beach community, Martinique on the Gulf is the ideal choice. Situated upon the Fort Morgan peninsula and adjacent to the 4,200 acre Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge, Martinique on the Gulf is the ideal community for nature lovers who want to enjoy easy access to a number of amenities.

Search ---&gt; Martinique on the Gulf Homes for sale in Fort Morgan, AL 

Featuring homes and condos with French Colonial architectural styling, Martinique on the Gulf is a charming and close-knit community. Thanks to the communitys location, its residents can also enjoy an active lifestyle as they bike around the community, workout at the fitness center, hike the nature trails at the Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge, sail in the Gulf of Mexico or swim at the community pool. Our, residents can relax by the poolside or take a leisurely stroll along the beach.

Residents of Martinique on the Gulf also enjoy plenty of opportunities to spend time with their neighbors. At Club du Plage, which is a popular gathering spot within the community, residents can take in breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico while also spending time in the sauna, the pool, the whirlpool spa or the fitness center, which features state-of-the-art cardiovascular equipment and weight training equipment. A private over-dune boardwalk is also located near to the club, providing residents with easy access to the pristine sugar sand beach.

 Club du Soleil, which is located within the heart of the community and provides residents with a more secluded community retreat, offers additional swimming opportunities in an indoor/outdoor pool as well as opportunities to relax in the indoor whirlpool spa or to enjoy each others company in the activity room. Within the activity room, residents can take advantage of the full kitchen, wireless Internet access and even the showers and dressing area located adjacent to the room.

In addition to the activities available in at the Club du Plage and the Club du Soleil, residents can also get their hearts pumping at the lighted, professional, fast-dry tennis court. Tennis equipment is also available at the Sales and Rental Center.

Search ---&gt; Homes for Sale in Martinique on the Gulf Fort Morgan, AL

&nbsp;From watching dolphins from the terrace at Club du Plage to listening to the waves brush against the shore, residents of Martinique on the Gulf can easily escape from the hustle and bustle of the city as they take advantage of the many luxuries the community has to offer. 
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            <title>Laguna Key Homes for sale in Gulf Shores, AL</title>
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Laguna Key in Gulf Shores Alabama 

Located on Highway 182 West at the west end of West Beach Boulevard, Laguna Key is a private and gated community bordered by the Gulf of Mexico to the south, Little Lagoon to the north and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge to the west. With 64 single-family zoned lots to select from, those who are interested in living in Laguna Key can take comfort in knowing that there are numerous covenants and restrictions in place to guarantee only the best architecture and construction is used when building new homes within the community.

Search ---&gt; Laguna Key Homes for sale in Gulf Shores, Alabama

In addition to being home to beautiful luxury homes, the Laguna Key community is also surrounded by natural beauty on every side. Therefore, nature lovers who are interested in living an active lifestyle will find Laguna Key to be the perfect place to live. In fact, residents of Laguna Key regularly enjoy activities such as fishing on the Little Lagoon pier, wildlife viewing, playing tennis, riding jet skis on Little Lagoon, boating on Little Lagoon and taking leisurely strolls along the protected seashore. Of course, swimming and sunbathing are also popular activities, whether on the private white sand beaches or at the lovely community pool, which features a sun deck and gazebo.

Thanks to its location at the far end of West Beach Boulevard, residents of Laguna Key enjoy all of the beauty and amenities the area has to offer while staying far enough away from tourists to live a life of peaceful solitude. Still, all of the popular Gulf Shore attractions, including the many shopping and dining opportunities the area has to offer, are just minutes away. With many of the homes featuring front and rear balconies, residents can also enjoy watching the sunrise up over the gulf as well as the sun set over the lagoon. Thanks to the close proximity of the gulf waves, residents can even relax to the soothing sounds of the gulf waves brushing against the shore. There simply is no better way to rest and unwind after a hard day at work than relaxing in a seaside home.

Search ---&gt; Homes for sale in Laguna Key, Gulf Shores, Alabama 


With homes ranging in price from $400,000 to well over $1 million, there are homes available within the Laguna Key community to suit the budget of nearly anyone who might be interested in purchasing a beachfront property. From singles interested in luxury living to families looking for plenty of living space and excellent amenities, Laguna Key is a great community to call home.


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            <title>Kiva Dunes Homes for sale in Fort Morgan, AL</title>
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Kiva Dunes in Fort Morgan, Alabama

Those who want to enjoy private beaches within an elegant community where individuality is still encouraged may find Kiva Dunes to be the ideal place to live. With its homes located along pristine beaches, the homes within Kiva Dunes feature a distinctive West Indian design with a hint of North African, Spanish and Southeastern American influence.

Search ---&gt; Kiva Dunes Homes for Sale in Fort Morgan, Alabama

Despite being home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the area, Kiva Dunes offers a welcoming atmosphere to its residents as well as to its guests. At the same time, thanks to the privacy the beaches provide, residents can escape the busy city lifestyle as they wash their worries away within the blue waters of Kiva Dunes. Or, residents can relax at one of the many pools within the community, all of which are landscaped with a tropical design that allows them to blend in with the beautiful natural surroundings. From an assortment of indigenous plants and grasses to rolling white sand dunes, the natural surroundings of Kiva Dunes have much to offer to both nature and beach lovers.

In addition to the lovely beaches and attractive pools, Kiva Dunes is known for its golfing opportunities. In fact, the Kiva Dunes golf course, which was developed by Jim Edgemon and U.S Open Champion Jerry Pate, is ranked as the #1 course in Alabama. PGA professionals are also available at the golf shop in order to help residents with club fitting repairs and obtaining the other fundamentals necessary to be successful on the course. For those who want to engage in more demanding physical activity, Kiva Dunes is also home to well-maintained tennis courts surrounding by breathtaking views of the beaches and the beautiful Kiva Dunes Beach Walkover.

Search ---&gt; Kiva Dunes Homes for Sale in Gulf Shores, Alabama 

Kiva Dunes residences, which are located within Kiva Village, are available with a variety of different floor plans. The 30 luxury homes constructed during the first phase of development all overlook the 18th green. The next phase of development will include constructing 52 condos as well as the Village Center, which will include two new tennis courts, a new resort pool, cabanas, a conference facility, a fitness center and more. Residents of Kiva Dunes also do not have to go far to enjoy a tasty meal, as the Kiva Dunes Restaurant features fresh seafood dishes, hearty breakfast choices and tasty lunch and dinner options within a fun and relaxing atmosphere.
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            <title>Beach Club Cottages in Fort Morgan Alabama</title>
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The Beach Club Cottages in Fort Morgan area of Gulf Shores, Alabama 

Located amidst beautiful freshwater lakes, natural wetlands and lovely gardens, Beach Club Cottages are the ideal choice for those who wish to enjoy a number of amenities while also being able to easily enjoy the natural wonders of the Alabama Gulf Coast.

Search current listings ---&gt; The Beach Club Cottages for sale in Fort Morgan, AL

The single-family residences cottages available at The Beach Club feature a variety of different floor plan options, including Acadia, Bahia, Captiva, Englewood and Frenchboro. 

Furthermore, many of these homes offer popular amenities such as private pools, keeping rooms, private courtyards, covered private parking, large porches, outdoor hot tubs, private yards maintained by professionals and outdoor kitchens. The attractive features found within the cottages at The Beach Club isnt all that residents get to enjoy, however, as they can also spend time at the Spa, order a tasty meal at one of the community restaurants or relax at The Club. The Club offers a number of amenities, including an indoor heated pool, an outdoor pool, a whirlpool, a fitness room, a game room and saunas. Residents can also rent DVDs, sports equipment and games from The Club.

In addition to featuring a 25,000 square foot clubhouse with many amenities, The Beach Club is also home to a variety of activities throughout the year. Common activities occurring at The Beach Club include live entertainment, family sports and games, poolside theme nights, poolside crafts, family fun days, beachside campfires and sandcastle building contests.

Although The Beach Club Cottages provide residents with ample opportunities to enjoy an active lifestyle, the streets themselves are quiet and safe. 

Therefore, those who are looking for a great place to raise a family or who simply want to get away from the hustle and bustle of big city life find the cottages at The Beach Club to be the perfect place to live. Of course, the spectacular views of the Gulf of Mexico and the areas pristine white beaches are other reasons to call The Beach Club Cottages home. Undisturbed wetlands, which are perfect for growing wildflowers and for attracting rare birds, also surround the property, making The Beach Club Cottages a popular choice for nature lovers.

With cottage lots available for as low as $160,000, The Beach Club Cottages are an affordable option for those who are interested in owning coastal property. With the Cottages themselves being developed by Head Companies of Point Clear, Alabama and Yates Construction Company of Philadelphia, Mississippi, those who purchase a lot within this lovely community can be certain the final product will be perfect in every way.

Search current listings: The Beach Club Cottages for sale in Gulf Shores, AL


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            <title>33 Gulf Shores Condo's sold at Auction For $4.6 Million</title>
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Gulf Shores Condo Auction Results 

Thirty-three spacious and brand new condominiums at Emerald Green condominiums adjacent to the nine-hole Golf Resort in Gulf Shores were sold Saturday May 22, 2010 at auction for a total price of $4,659,000. Each of the 142 registered bidders from 14 states and Canada was required to bring $5,000 in personal check, business check or certified funds per one bedroom unit. The two bedroom units required $10,000. For the three bedroom units the requirement was $15,000. The auction was conducted by The National Auction Group, Inc. of Gadsden, Alabama, specialists in the auction of quality, high-end properties.

Condo market is alive and well 

&quot;Once again this demonstrates that the condo market is alive and well on the Gulf Coast for quality properties and shows that theres no reason for developers to sit on unsold inventory when they can be sold efficiently and quickly by auction,&quot; said William Bone, President of National Auction Group. &quot;Today we had a happy seller and many happy buyers and that is always our primary objective. Plus we had many bidders asking us when our next auction will be held. They were really fired up.&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Special features

Special features in each condo include vaulted ceiling, tile floors in the living areas and carpeted bedrooms. Kitchens contain GE appliances including side-by-side refrigerators as well as granite countertops and custom made cabinets. Master baths include a garden tub and cultivated marble countertops. Washer and dryers are also included as well as access to high speed internet.&nbsp;&nbsp; 

In addition to the 9-hole executive golf course, the community offers a security gate entry system, tennis court, pool, parking for each condo and on-site management seven days a week.&nbsp; Emerald Greens is just five minutes from the Gulf of Mexico beaches.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;

Search for Emerald Greens Condos 

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