Terryl Reeves - Bellator Real Estate

08/07/2026

Keeping Your Home Showing-Ready While You're Busy
Selling a home is rarely easy, especially when showing requests arrive during the busiest part of the week or at the worst possible time. Fortunately, a few simple preparations can make it much easier to keep a home looking good for showings.
First Impressions: The Front Door
Much of the work involved...

Selling a home while juggling everything else doesn't have to be overwhelming. Here's how to keep your house ready for showings without much extra time or effort.

08/06/2026

Evaluating Storage Space When Touring Homes
Storage is rarely the first priority for buyers touring a home, and it shouldn't be the first thing they consider. Kitchens and floor plans usually command the most attention, while storage receives far less notice. But a home that looks spacious during a showing can feel cramped once the boxes are unpacked.
Inspect...

Storage often gets overlooked during a home tour. Here's what to check in closets, the kitchen, the garage, and other hidden corners before you make an offer.

08/06/2026

Weekend Projects That Improve Your Home's Function & Appeal
You don't need to wait for the perfect time or hire a professional to make worthwhile improvements around your home. A few hours of work over the weekend can help surfaces, fixtures, and other features last longer while also improving how the property looks. Many projects require only basic tools and...

Small weekend projects can improve both the function and appeal of your home with minimal time and expense. Here are the areas to focus on first.

08/05/2026

New Price! Take a look at the new price for 564 Southern Run, Fairhope. Listing courtesy of Terryl Reeves.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 564 Southern Run, Fairhope, AL 36532, 1571 square foot, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, asking price of $420,000, MLS ID 393527

08/05/2026

This beautiful, brick, move-in ready home at 564 Southern Run in Fairhope's Fruit and Nut area is now only $420K! It's in great shape with a large, tranquil private back yard and gazebo. Just 1 mile from Downtown Fairhope and historic Mobile Bay. 3 bed / 2 baths / 1,571 SF - THE BEST DEAL in this sought-after area. Don't miss this one! Contact me for more info or your personal tour! 251-209-7484 / [email protected].

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 564 Southern Run, Fairhope, AL 36532, 1571 square foot, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, asking price of $420,000, MLS ID 393527

08/05/2026

07/31/2026

How to Prepare Your Home for a Summer Open House
A summer open house asks more of a home than people realize.
Buyers may arrive warm from the car, distracted by weekend plans, or already tired from seeing other houses. They arn't always walking in with a blank slate. The house has to win a little patience from them.
That doesn't mean every room needs...

Summer open houses bring heat, glare, and quick first impressions. Here's how to help your home feel comfortable before buyers start looking closely.

07/31/2026

Stop by Saturday, August 1st from 2:00 to 4:00 PM to see 216 Pinecrest Lane Fairhope, AL 36532 for an open house! Listing courtesy of Dawn Beasley.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 216 Pinecrest Lane, Fairhope, AL 36532, 1517 square foot, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, asking price of $759,000, MLS ID 394617

07/31/2026

Stop by Sunday, August 2nd from 2:00 to 4:00 PM to see 16291 Scenic Highway 98 Fairhope, AL 36532 for an open house! Listing courtesy of David Turk.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 16291 Scenic Highway 98, Fairhope, AL 36532, 7396 square foot, 5 bedrooms, 5 full & 1 partial bathrooms, asking price of $4,350,000, MLS ID 391725

07/30/2026

Why Commute Times Matter More Than You Think
Commute time is one of those things buyers tend to round down in their heads.
Forty minutes becomes "about half an hour." A route with three bad intersections becomes "not too bad." A home that's farther out starts to feel reasonable after you've seen the kitchen, the yard, or the extra bedroom you...

A commute can seem simple during a home search, but daily routines tell a different story. Here's what buyers may want to test first.