Small businesses have been the heartbeat of our hometowns for generations, and over the past year and a half, they’ve held us up more than ever. It hasn’t been easy, but they’ve fought mightily to keep their doors open and support our communities. Here at the Business Council of Alabama, we want to say a […]

Just like summer in the South, Alabama’s real estate market is sizzling hot and showing no real signs of cooling down as buyers literally compete for homes as soon as they hit the market. From all-cash offers to persuasion letters, every tactic is on the table in an extreme seller’s market. The temperature of the […]

Official Social Security retirement age in the U.S. may not be until 67, but folks throughout Alabama are retiring at the average age of 62 according to the World Population Review. This means your own personal retirement, along with the looming questions that come with a new reality, could creep up faster than you think. […]

Just like summer in the South, Alabama’s real estate market is sizzling hot and showing no real signs of cooling down as buyers literally compete for homes as soon as they hit the market. From all-cash offers to persuasion letters, every tactic is on the table in an extreme seller’s market. The temperature of the […]

Just like summer in the South, Alabama’s real estate market is sizzling hot and showing no real signs of cooling down as buyers literally compete for homes as soon as they hit the market. From all-cash offers to persuasion letters, every tactic is on the table in an extreme seller’s market. The temperature of the […]

Small businesses have been the heartbeat of our hometowns for generations, and over the past year and a half, they’ve held us up more than ever. It hasn’t been easy, but they’ve fought mightily to keep their doors open and support our communities. Here at the Business Council of Alabama, we want to say a […]

Of all the things to do, places to see and experiences to look forward to upon retirement, the one thing you don’t want to worry about is actually affording it. After all, you’ve worked hard your entire life to enjoy this moment. Many Americans have to continue working to afford their lifestyle but in North […]

There is a threat to the Alabama economy. It is a decline in workforce employees with an increasing demand in open positions. While Alabama is proud to maintain growing businesses and one of the lowest unemployment rates, it puts pressure on our states’ need for skilled, educated workers. The University of North Alabama is meeting […]

Of all the things to do, places to see and experiences to look forward to upon retirement, the one thing you don’t want to worry about is actually affording it. After all, you’ve worked hard your entire life to enjoy this moment. Many Americans have to continue working to afford their lifestyle but in North […]

There is a threat to the Alabama economy. It is a decline in workforce employees with an increasing demand in open positions. While Alabama is proud to maintain growing businesses and one of the lowest unemployment rates, it puts pressure on our states’ need for skilled, educated workers. The University of North Alabama is meeting […]

Of all the things to do, places to see and experiences to look forward to upon retirement, the one thing you don’t want to worry about is actually affording it. After all, you’ve worked hard your entire life to enjoy this moment. Many Americans have to continue working to afford their lifestyle but in North […]

There is a threat to the Alabama economy. It is a decline in workforce employees with an increasing demand in open positions. While Alabama is proud to maintain growing businesses and one of the lowest unemployment rates, it puts pressure on our states’ need for skilled, educated workers. The University of North Alabama is meeting […]

If you’ve headed North on Birmingham’s US-31 in the last year, then you’ve probably seen the countdown to the once-in-a-lifetime World Games event. That countdown has finally reached its “365 days-to-go” mark as the international sports event is one year away and tickets are officially on sale. What makes The World Games 2022 a “once-in-a-lifetime” […]

If you’ve headed North on Birmingham’s US-31 in the last year, then you’ve probably seen the countdown to the once-in-a-lifetime World Games event. That countdown has finally reached its “365 days-to-go” mark as the international sports event is one-year away and tickets are officially on sale. What makes The World Games 2022 a “once-in-a-lifetime” event? […]

If you’ve headed North on Birmingham’s US-31 in the last year, then you’ve probably seen the countdown to the once-in-a-lifetime World Games event. That countdown has finally reached its “365 days-to-go” mark as the international sports event is one-year away and tickets are officially on sale. What makes The World Games 2022 a “once-in-a-lifetime” event? […]

If you’ve headed North on Birmingham’s US-31 in the last year, then you’ve probably seen the countdown to the once-in-a-lifetime World Games event. That countdown has finally reached its “365 days-to-go” mark as the international sports event is one-year away and tickets are officially on sale. What makes The World Games 2022 a “once-in-a-lifetime” event? […]

Real estate is more than an industry, a profession or a service. In Alabama, the real estate industry is essential to the state’s economic wellness and growth, and the numbers prove it. The real estate industry accounted for $33.8 billion – or 15% – of Alabama’s gross state product in 2020, according to a study […]

Real estate is more than an industry, a profession or a service. In Alabama, the real estate industry is essential to the state’s economic wellness and growth, and the numbers prove it. The real estate industry accounted for $33.8 billion – or 15% – of Alabama’s gross state product in 2020, according to a study […]

Real estate is more than an industry, a profession or a service. In Alabama, the real estate industry is essential to the state’s economic wellness and growth, and the numbers prove it. The real estate industry accounted for $33.8 billion – or 15% – of Alabama’s gross state product in 2020, according to a study […]

Join Birmingham-based Kassouf & Co., PC Business Services Group for a review of President Biden’s American Families Plan, American Jobs Plan, and a mid-year tax update for both individuals and businesses. The experts will explain complicated developments to make sure your 2021 tax planning is on track for success. The webinar will be held Wednesday, […]

Hosted by The Arc of Central Alabama’s Junior Board, this year’s “Not So” Shamrock Shindig will be held later than normal but still consist of all the fun guests enjoy. All proceeds will benefit the mission of #inclusionforall people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The event will have food catered by Back Forty Beer Co., […]

Join Birmingham-based Kassouf & Co., PC Business Services Group for a review of President Biden’s American Families Plan, American Jobs Plan, and a mid-year tax update for both individuals and businesses. The experts will explain complicated developments to make sure your 2021 tax planning is on track for success. The webinar will be held Wednesday, […]

A day after the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic, the University of Alabama System made immediate plans to transition to online or alternative instruction and remote work at all three campuses. Gov. Kay Ivey declared a state of emergency, and UAB Hospital prepared patient surge plans and implemented visitor restrictions. At the […]

Hosted by The Arc of Central Alabama’s Junior Board, this year’s “Not So” Shamrock Shindig will be held later than normal but still consist of all the fun guests enjoy. All proceeds will benefit the mission of #inclusionforall people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The event will have food catered by Back Forty Beer Co., […]