About Madison County, AL

Bridge Street Town Centre - What's Happening?

There can be little doubt that the Bridge Street Town Centre development has made a significant impact on city/neighborhood life in Huntsville Alabama. We have done several posts (Westin Residences, Connors, Monaco Theater, etc) on the various businesses located at Bridge Street and since Bridge Street has impacted local family life to such a great degree, especially ours, we want to keep you, our readers, updated.

Since we last updated our readers on the Bridge Street Development there has been a lot of discussion in the public domain about where Bridge Street's final phases of development are headed. We have learned that as part of the 2nd phase of commercial development, we can expect Huntsville's first Sports Authority retail store in addition to several other major retail outlets.

According to a recent Huntsville Times business article we should expect along with the Sports Authority addition, "more than 150,000 square feet of big-box and specialty stores and 790 additional parking spaces" as part of their next phase of commercial development.

Nonetheless another recent announcement indicates, that Huntsville won't have to wait on an official phase II development for the opening of Bridge Street's next addition to our community. Recently Bridge Street officials made public through the Huntsville Times the scheduled opening of ‘The Station‘ during this upcoming summer of 2009.

"The Station, a 28,000-square-foot family entertainment center, will have a full-service restaurant and bar, live entertainment, 12 lanes of bowling, an arcade, billiards, VIP area, trivia TV games, and roller-ball." The owner and planned occupant Mike Dooley said, "Our family-oriented entertainment center will be unlike anything in the market and will certainly complement the strong tenant mix currently at Bridge Street Town Centre." My teenage daughter and friends are excited about this news!

There is no word on the details of a proposed phase III development, where an expanded residential community is planned, similar to the Village of Providence development, but we are excited to hear about these recent developments and will keep our readers posted on any further development.

In a nutshell, that's whats happening in Bridge Street Town Center!

To view all of the exciting amenities currently offered, click here: http://www.bridgestreethuntsville.com

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B&B Crossroads Restaurant is off the beaten path in Madison Alabama, but definitely worth finding! What began as a store, is now a gathering place for the locals of Madison and Limestone County. B&B has been in business since 1945. I'd say that's long enough to perfect the art of frying the perfect egg, and have they ever!

B&B Crossroads was originally opened to service the Burgreen Gin, which is now known as the Burgreen and Black Gin. This has been a long standing tradition for local cotton farmers.

The founders were Lloyd and Dewanda Black. Their vision was to provide good food at a good price for people in the area. They retired in 1996.

B&B Crossroads reopened in 2008 under the original name. The new owners, Jack and Cindy Truett, see to it that the needs of the community are still being met. They have done a wonderful job so far!

Meet Cindy, the owner

Last week I had out of town clients and they wanted to experience "off the beaten track" dining. I instantly thought of B&B Crossroads. Their family of 4 loved it and it goes without saying that I did too!

B&B Crossroads offers daily lunch specials. Our specials that day were Chicken and Rice or a Spaghetti dinner. I chose the Chicken and Rice. It also came with 3 sides. I had mashed potatoes, pinto beans, a small tossed salad and cornbread. Loved it! From a BBQ Pork sandwich, to a large breakfast with eggs over easy, ham, hash browns and biscuits, we all left happy and very very full!

Each time I have been to B&B Crossroads, it has been a great experience. You can tell by the parking lot that this is the locals favorite place to gather. From farm equipment, to sedans, you will find a mixed crowd here, which makes it all the better!

While dining, you will notice all of the beautiful murals hand painted by none other than the cook at B&B Crossroads. It's obvious his talents are not limited to cooking the best egg in town!

B&B Crossroads Restaraunt is located at 29484 HSV Brownsferry Road, at the intersection of Burgreen Road and Brownsferry. You can't miss it! It's off the beaten path in Madison Alabama. Their hours are 6 am to 2 pm, 7 days a week. The Phone number is 256-232-2955. Stop in and say hi to Jack and Cindy. Where smiles and coffee are plentiful!

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Mexican standoff, a term often used to describe a stalemate or impasse in which no party can act in a way that ensures victory, is an appropriate term to describe the situation between buyers and sellers in our current Huntsville Real Estate market.

Many sellers are holding on to the dreams of 2005-2006 and asking for peak market prices, while buyers want foreclosure prices on every property, regardless of condition. Many want to wait until prices drop even further, trying to pick a bottom in the local market.

Sellers, depending on the price of your home, you may have to be creative and flexible in your pricing if you want to move your Hacienda in a timely manner. As we have been advising sellers for some time now, if you don't have to or need to sell your home ...you should wait. There is plenty of inventory on the market in most price ranges. If you MUST move now, your home MUST be show room ready, and priced to sell. The last thing you want to do is "chase down the market" with your price. Statistics have proven time and time again, that the longer a home is on the market, the less likely you are to get your asking price. Buyers are nervous and have far too many choices. Give them a reason to look at your home FIRST! Price and condition are both needed in this market. Offer both and you should see a sold sign in your yard, sooner rather than later! Give buyers a reason to make a reasonable offer, up front!

Buyers, it's your market at the moment and if your family needs a Hacienda, realize it is more than an investment ...so play the game. Test the waters, do your home work, and make an offer. Interest rates are at an all time low. Incredible! A thorough Market Analysis needs to be pulled before making your offer. Emotions need to be left out of the equation, at this point. Buying emotionally in this market, could be costly. Do your homework and make an educated offer. Inventory levels are at an all time high here in Huntsville. This could be the BEST buying opportunity our area has seen in years! Happy Hacienda Hunting!

Where distances are measured in footsteps, not drive times.  That is the well deserved saying, when you live in the Village of Providence.  Their slogan, Big City Life-Small Town Living, could not be more true.  This is a lifestyle community, at its finest.  A true pedestrian family neighborhood. 

First, let's talk location.  Perfect!  Village of Providence is strategically placed between Madison and Huntsville, just minutes from Research Park. 

Schools:  Award winning Providence K-8, a Center of Excellence for Environmental Studies within Huntsville's school program, is adjacent to the Village within walking distance! Check out their online video introduction. The neighborhood is also serviced by Columbia High School, recently named as an International Baccalaureate School and the first school within the Huntsville school system to offer this diploma. IB Students take rigorous courses in math, science, history, English, electives and foreign language. 

What is your lifestyle?  The Village of Providence has a home for everyone.  From Luxury Neo Classical homes and Town-homes to sophisticated lofts, you can find it here!  Prices begin in the low $300's. Village of Providence Homes  

A well rounded neighborhood, where age is just a number.  Whether you are single, married, have children, or retired, you are going to fall in love, each time you step outside your door.

 

"Enjoy a home where distances are measured in footsteps not drive times. Where your front door is steps from your favorite restaurant; a walk in one of the many green spaces, park, or trails; a stroll to the doctor's office or the dentist or the neighborhood barbershop, as well as a variety of shopping opportunities. The Village of Providence is designed for anyone seeking the comforts and conveniences of a modern neighborhood with the values and traditions of yesterday."  Click here for the current Huntsville Homes for Sale in the Village of Providence.

Children, imagine this: Going on walks, throwing rocks in the creek, visiting a neighborhood park, hang out at the playground or skipping to the Meeting house for a swim in the Olympic sized pool or Kiddie pool.  Riding bikes in the Alley's. How about a game of kickball? Gather sticks at the green-way and hang out in the neighbors backyard, roasting marshmallows over the fire-pit! 

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      

The neighborhood offers many activities year round for the kids.  How about a Christmas get together with Santa at the Meeting house?  Did you know the Easter Bunny visits as well?  At Halloween, it's all about Pumpkins and Porches, where the kids play games on the front porches for prizes.  Movies in the Park!  Swim night at the pool with a movie playing!  The big hit for Halloween this year was watching a Charlie Brown movie at the park while sipping hot chocolate!

For the animal lovers, Village of Providence even offers a "Dog Park". 

Adults can always find an activity brewing at the Meeting House.  Just a few Meeting House activities are a Crafts and hobby group, Bunco, Poker, Dominoes, or how about a game of Bridge?  These are ongoing!  Adult "mingles" are offered at the Meeting house on a regular basis.  Dine with neighbors, with several different hosts and homes!  Golf outings are planned. 

Living at the Village of Providence is a lifestyle, with everyone in mind.  Big City Life-Small Town Living!

If you would like a tour of the Village of Providence, I would love to show you!

I constantly speak to people who feel as if there is no way to change there bad credit situation. I understand that its not the persons fault who feels this way. It is the lack of resources presented to the people who have the issues. Now my job as a Credit Specialist is to do just that. Give consumers the knowledge and direction that is required in order to have negative and derogatory information removed from your credit reports legally. The reason I started P.Bradshaw Financial Services was to empower others so they wouldn't have to face the same difficulties I faced throughout my matriculationin college. It was impossible for me to dedicate 100 percent of my time to school when I had to worry about if I would be able to be approved for a school loan or even approved for an off campus apartment. Most college students deal with these same issues but don't have any idea on how to startestablishing good or worthy credit. I have spoke at a number of different colleges and universities in order to educate young people on a subject that seems to be taken for granted in so many ways. I never could understand why a subject that is so important to your financial future isn't being taught in schools across the country. So I literally made it my job to do just that. One of our main goals at P.Bradshaw Financial Services is to travel the country to as many colleges and universities as possible to teach students how to build credit, as well as maintain a high credit score. I want to emcourage people to order all 3 of your credit reports and know what is on them as well why its being reported. Your credit score is one of the most important numbers in your life.

Paul Jarmond

CEO

P.Bradshaw Financial Services

www.pbradshawfinancial.com