July Monthly Membership Report

July Monthly Membership Report

Statewide REALTOR® membership continued its positive momentum in June, reaching 18,721 members. This represents an increase of 375 members, or 2.04%, compared to July of last year.
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Making a Strong First Impression: Creating an Effective Listing Presentation

Making a Strong First Impression: Creating an Effective Listing Presentation

As the cliché goes, you never get a second chance to make a first impression, and for REALTORS®, that first impression can go a long way toward building confidence and establishing ...
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AREC Releases Latest Pre-License School Pass-Fail Rates

AREC Releases Latest Pre-License School Pass-Fail Rates

The Alabama Real Estate Commission (“AREC”) has released its monthly statistics on the pass-fail rates of the state’s pre-license schools. The data covers the previous 12 months and focuses on the ...
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July 2026 Major Investors

July 2026 Major Investors

Thank you to the following members who became 2026 ARPAC Major Investors in the month of July! 
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How REALTORS® Can Refocus and Recharge After the Summer Season

How REALTORS® Can Refocus and Recharge After the Summer Season

Summer is coming to a close, and while some REALTORS® stay busy all season long, others may find that summer offers a natural pause in their business. Between vacations, family schedules, ...
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Inspection vs. Appraisal: Helping Clients Understand the Difference

Inspection vs. Appraisal: Helping Clients Understand the Difference

The homebuying process involves many important steps, and for first-time buyers especially, it can feel like there are a lot of new terms and moving parts to understand.
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Event Planning 101: Creating Client Events That Build Lasting Relationships

Event Planning 101: Creating Client Events That Build Lasting Relationships

While the closing table may signal the end of a transaction, it shouldn't mean the end of the REALTOR®/client relationship. The most successful agents know that staying connected with clients long ...
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Alabama's Housing Market Found Its Stride in Q2

Alabama's Housing Market Found Its Stride in Q2

Alabama's housing market found its stride during the second quarter of 2026. Home sales, median prices, transaction volume and days on market all increased month over month as the market transitioned ...
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Consumer Guide: Needs vs. Wants in a Home Purchase

Consumer Guide: Needs vs. Wants in a Home Purchase

It’s not unusual to go into the homebuying process with a priority list that needs to be whittled down once you see what’s available on the market. Using a checklist like ...
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Overcoming Roadblocks: Turning Real Estate Challenges Into Opportunities

Overcoming Roadblocks: Turning Real Estate Challenges Into Opportunities

Setbacks are an inevitable part of working in real estate, from a transaction falling through just days before closing to a listing sitting on the market longer than expected. 
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