Category Archives: Thanks

“Just letting you know your building is on fire…”

Jeremy posted a comment on the floor fire which reminded me that I had failed to share a good story.  Two Saturdays ago I got a voicemail message from Jerry LaSuer. Here’s the transcription from Google Voice: Hey Wade, it’s … Continue reading

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Thanks, Weird Kid!

This was taped to my building sometime this afternoon. I’m not sure who Weird Kid is but I thought it was a nice sentiment. I wish I had a friend like you, too, Weird Kid!

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Birmingham News Article Published

Martin Swant’s Birmingham News article was on the front page of the Money section today.  Thanks! http://blog.al.com/businessnews/2010/09/new_lofts_shops_planned_for_ol.html

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Birmingham News

Thanks again to ONB for all the help; this time turning on the Birmingham News to the Storkland project.  Martin Swant called and I gave an interview filled with exciting “ums” and “uhs.”  I finally told him to call Mike … Continue reading

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Operation New Birmingham

ONB has really gone out of their way to guide me through the resources available through the city for this project.  Fran and Aimee have been so incredibly helpful.  From historic tax credits, to city easements, to financing, ONB has helped … Continue reading

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Appleseed Workshop

So think about every horror story you’ve ever heard about architects and builders; then reverse it.  Appleseed is incredible.  If you live in Birmingham, use them.  They care about downtown Birmingham, which is the first feather in their cap in … Continue reading

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Ballard Law Office

I closed on the building August 10th.  Pat Ballard was the closing attorney and made it so easy.  Pat’s office is right in the middle of the 2nd avenue scene, and I’ve never had so much fun closing on a … Continue reading

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Jerry Melton and Louis Josof Realty

Special thanks to Jerry Melton who has worked as my real estate agent and project advisor on this adventure.  Jerry developed the Legg Lofts along with another friend of mine, David Demonbreun who has given me some great guidance.  Jerry … Continue reading

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