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04/09/2026

Some homes just feel different.

2105 Arrowleaf in Hoover offers a peaceful, tree-lined setting with a clean, move-in-ready interior and flexible space to make your own. Minutes from Riverchase Country Club.

Message me for details or a tour.

03/23/2026

Here's to simple living in Helena!

👀 Welcome to 7414 Wyndham Pkwy! With 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and easy upkeep, this home shines with pride of ownership. Relax in your oversized tub, enjoy the fenced backyard, and savor the peace of a well-cared-for space. Brick front, vinyl siding, and a convenient location—what more could you want?

Take a closer look today: https://www.calltodayshome.com/d8re36v7

12/23/2025

✨ Dream. Create. Believe. ✨

As we close out the year, we’re opening our doors and inviting you to dream with us.

Join us for an afternoon of vision board creating, meaningful conversation, and good fellowship. This gathering is open to friends, clients, and fellow agents who want to slow down, reflect, and intentionally look ahead to what’s next.

🗓 Monday, December 29
⏰ 1:30 – 3:30 PM
✂️ All supplies provided
🤍 Fun, connection, and encouragement included

Come as you are. Bring your hopes, your goals, and even your “I’m not sure yet” ideas. There’s something powerful about dreaming out loud and doing it in community.

If this speaks to you, we’d love to have you. 💭✨

👉 Comment below or message me for details.

10/16/2025

🍁 Fall is in the air, Shelby County!

Hey friends, it’s Deb 👋
As we settle into cooler mornings, basketball games with the Birmingham Squadron, and hockey nights cheering on the Birmingham Bulls, now’s the perfect time to show your home a little TLC before winter sneaks in.

I just posted a new blog, “Preparing Your Home for the Cooler Months in Shelby County,” with a simple homeowner checklist made for our Alabama weather. From HVAC tune-ups to gutter cleaning (and a free faucet cover if you stop by the office 😉), these small steps can help you avoid big repairs later.

🏠 Because your home is always more than just a house — it’s your comfort, your story, and your legacy.

Read it here 👇



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🍁 Preparing Your Home for the Cooler Months in Shelby County Hi friends| Get your Shelby County home ready for the cooler months with this practical fall home maintenance checklist from Hoover real estate broker Deb Long. From HVAC tune-ups and fireplace prep to gutter cleaning and draft seali...

09/12/2025

📢 Shelby County Real Estate Update – Fall 2025 🏡🍂

Have you noticed all the signs at our neighborhood intersections lately? I sure have! In fact, here in Savannah Pointe, I couldn’t help but wonder why so many homes are sitting on the market longer than expected. 🤔

The truth? Shelby County is now officially in a buyer’s market. Here’s what the numbers are saying:
✨ Over 1,360 active homes for sale (lots of choices!)
✨ Average 84 days on market, but many homes sell much faster when priced right
✨ Nearly 1 in 3 homes see a price reduction before selling
✨ The sweet spot? Homes priced between $250K–$350K are moving the quickest

In neighborhoods like Chelsea and Hoover, the energy is buzzing—homes can go under contract in half the county average time. Meanwhile, places like Calera and Columbiana often need price adjustments to attract buyers.

👉 This is actually good news! Buyers finally have breathing room, and sellers can succeed when they prepare and price wisely.

💡 Want to know the story behind these signs and what it means for YOUR home or buying journey?
Read my latest blog: “The Story Behind the Signs: What Shelby County’s Buyer’s Market Means for Buyers and Sellers” 👇

— Deb Long, Today’s Home
Your Home. Your Legacy. Our Commitment.

  The Story Behind the Signs: What Shelby County’s Buyer’s Market Means for Buyers and Sellers Hi| The Story Behind the Signs: Shelby County’s housing market is shifting into a buyer’s market, creating opportunities for both buyers and sellers. With over 1,300 active listings, ....

09/04/2025

✨ Story Behind the Sale: Kacie’s Journey ✨

When you think of preparing a house for sale, most people picture a little decluttering, maybe a deep clean, and some fresh flowers on the counter. 🌸

But for Kacie, getting her home market-ready meant rolling up her sleeves—literally. 💪

As a single woman balancing a demanding career with 50+ hour workweeks 🕒, Kacie could have taken the easy route. Instead, she committed to transforming her home from top to bottom with fresh paint. Over the course of one month, she painted every wall, ceiling, trim, door, AND the kitchen and bathroom cabinets. 🎨✨

It was exhausting. There were late nights, sore muscles, and moments when she wondered if it was worth it. But she trusted her agent’s advice and pressed on. 🙌

The result? Her hard work wowed buyers the second they walked through the door. 🚪💛 Her home went under contract in just 3 days—at full price! 🎉

That quick, strong sale gave Kacie the freedom to pack up and step confidently into her new job opportunity in Texas. 🤠✈️

Takeaway: Every sale has a story. Sometimes, it’s the willingness to put in the hard work that makes the difference between “For Sale” and “SOLD.” ✅



DEB LONG - Today’s Home Real Estate

08/29/2025

🌟 Relational Connectedness: Coming Out of Hiding 🌟

Even in our “connected” world, loneliness is at an all-time high. I know what it feels like—I spent a season of life hiding, even though I was surrounded by people who loved me. It wasn’t until I joined a small group that I truly stepped out of the dark and discovered the power of community. 💬✨

God designed us for connection—with Him and with each other. When we gather in small groups, we find encouragement, accountability, and the joy of walking in faith together. Proverbs 27:17 says, “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” 🪓➡️⚔️

This fall, I’m co-leading TWO Bible studies, and you’re invited:
📖 Freedom — Mondays starting Sept 8, 2025 (Church of the Highlands study)
📖 The Right Kind of Strong — Tuesdays starting Sept 3, 2025 (Mary Kassian’s study for women)

👉 If you’re longing for deeper connection—to God, to others, and even to yourself—come join us. Bring your Bible, bring a friend, and come as you are. 💜

📍 Shelby County, AL
📞 Deb Long | 205-447-3476

🙌 Step out of hiding. Step into community. You belong here.

DEB LONG - Today’s Home Real Estate

Relational Connectedness:Coming out of Hiding! We | Feeling alone in 2025? You’re not the only one—statistics show loneliness is at an all-time high. Discover why God designed us for community and how small group Bible studies bring real connection. Join Deb Long in Shelby & Jefferson County fo....

08/05/2025

Calling HOME BUYERS!!

💡 Thinking about buying but worried about the market? Here’s the truth: it’s shifting in your favor.

Last week, I helped a buyer explore a home that needed a little work. With a rehab loan and smart negotiating, she saw what was possible—and now, you can too.

📉 Prices are softening.
🤝 Sellers are more flexible.
🛠️ Repairs and closing costs? Buyers are negotiating them in.

Don’t wait for rates to drop and get caught in another frenzy. This might be your window.

📲 Read the full blog and let’s talk about your options:

🏡 Why This Market Might Be the Break Buyers Have Been Waiting For As we near the end of Q3 and begin to look towards 2026 The real estate market in Shelby and Jefferson County is shifting—and that’s good news for buyers. Prices are softening, homes are staying on the market longer, and seller...

07/28/2025

Today's STORY BEHIND THE SALE showcases Josh, the superintendent with Smith Douglas Homes, Springs Crossings neighborhood.

Our sweet clients went through the retirement process, which included moving back to the area. They took a day before the end of retirement and looked at several existing homes, only to discover the process of getting any home up to par would require time, energy, and resources, and two of these they didn't have.

While listening intently during the client's house tours, their agent understood that new construction would be a great fit for them. So DEB took them to a community she thought matched their criteria. The clients LOVED the area, and in one day, they designed a house that fit their needs. Two months later, they returned to find their home under construction, thanks to the care of Superintendent Josh.

Josh guided them through the last two months of construction, answering all of their questions and became the true welcome committee. He was never too busy to provide insight into the building process or to offer a kind word or gesture when they stopped by to check in.

Josh played a significant role in our client's home-buying process, and they are extremely happy with their purchases.

07/25/2025

Who’s looking for some Shelby County📍 acreage? Build a 🏡house… 🍑farm… 🏹adventureous life! You have to see this.

Want more information? Reach out to one of our agents today!

Glenwood Farm, a 265-acre property with waterfront access, hunting, and trails, is for sale near Birmingham, Alabama.

07/14/2025

WE ARE Pulling back the curtain... The Story Behind the Sale 🏡✨

Every home has a story—and so does every sale. The Story Behind the Sale pulls back the curtain on real-life moments, decisions, and heart behind the transaction. At Today’s Home, we believe real estate is more than contracts and closings—it’s ministry. It’s walking with people through seasons of change, offering wisdom, prayerful guidance, and steady hands. This segment highlights what most never see: the trust built, the challenges overcome, and the purpose behind every move. Because behind every “SOLD” sign is a story worth telling.




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