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Explore articles, media features, and real estate insights from Matt Curtis Real Estate. This page brings together stories written by Matt Curtis and coverage about our business, team, community impact, and the housing trends shaping Huntsville, Madison, Athens, Decatur, and North Alabama.

From local market updates and affordability shifts to business growth, relocation news, home buying advice, selling strategies, and community involvement, these articles help buyers, sellers, homeowners, and local residents stay informed about the people, decisions, and market forces influencing real estate across North Alabama.

Huntsville Earns Perfect Housing Affordability Score, Bucking National Crisis

As housing affordability continues to dominate national headlines, Huntsville has emerged as a rare bright spot. While many major metros struggle with declining...

Matt Curtis Real Estate Ranked #1 in Alabama for 6th Year, Rises to #57 Nationally

For the sixth consecutive year in a row, Matt Curtis Real Estate has been named the top real estate team in Alabama. The team also continues to climb the national ratings,...

Average Age of First-Time Homebuyers Hits 38 — How Huntsville Can Stay Ahead

Homeownership is becoming harder to reach, with first-time buyers now averaging age 38, making up just 24% of purchases—the lowest share since 1981. With 140 million...

Huntsville area home sales fell below 2024 levels in July, but turnaround expected

Home sales in Huntsville dipped compared to last year, but a 15% surge in pending contracts and mortgage rates at a four-month low point to a stronger fall market ahead....

Matt Curtis Real Estate: Partnering with Clients to Build Homes and Hope

At Matt Curtis Real Estate, giving back is woven into everything we do—from funding homes for families in Central America to supporting children and foster care locally....

Huntsville real estate 2025: Why realtors predict a hot fall market

Home sales in the Huntsville area were mostly flat in May, but rising inventory, longer time on market, and declining prices suggest shifting dynamics that could favor...

Influx of FBI and Space Force employees will have a major impact on Madison

Madison’s housing market showed strong momentum in early 2025, with rising home values, increased inventory, and steady sales growth outpacing national trends. While job...

Are there too many apartments in Huntsville? New report looks at the boom

Huntsville's rapid apartment construction boom has led to an oversupply, causing declining rents, increased vacancies, and a sharp slowdown in new development. While...

Matt Curtis Real Estate Celebrates 8,000 Homes Sold

Matt Curtis Real Estate has reached a major milestone with the sale of its 8,000th home, solidifying its position as a leading real estate team in Huntsville and North...

image for What if Alabama became the first state to eliminate property taxes? With Florida debating the idea, Alabama’s low tax dependence and growth potential could make it the boldest real estate play in the country—if lawmakers move fast.

What if Alabama became the first state to eliminate property taxes? With Florida debating the idea, Alabama’s low tax dependence and growth potential could make it the boldest real estate play in the country—if lawmakers move fast.

Huntsville’s housing market remained strong in April with rising sales, steady prices, and growing inventory, signaling continued buyer confidence despite national...

Could Alabama eliminate property taxes? A look at the possibilities

What if Alabama became the first state to eliminate property taxes? With Florida debating the idea, Alabama’s low tax dependence and growth potential could make it the...

Huntsville area home sales rebound in March

After a slow February likely tied to concerns over federal job cuts, the Huntsville housing market rebounded in March with sales rising across most counties and inventory...

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