Florence, Alabama Relocation Guide

Population: 36,264 Located in Lauderdale County

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The City of Florence, founded in 1818, is located on the beautiful Tennessee River in the scenic northwest corner of Alabama. Florence, Muscle Shoals, Sheffield, Tuscumbia, and two counties, Lauderdale and Colbert, comprise the Shoals Area.

The history of Florence and the Shoals began when Native Americans inhabited the area. Evidence of their existence can still be found at the ancient Florence Indian Mound. In 1818 the Cypress Land Company was formed to develop a thriving river town. An Italian surveyor laid out the town and named it for his favorite city in Italy - Florence.

The future looks bright for the Shoals, an area that offers the experience of a small Southern town with the amenities of a large city. Florence boasts a state-of-the-art conference center, a marina and harbor, a vibrant downtown area and technologically advanced library. A Robert Trent Jones Golf Course, a new four-star hotel and a beautifully restored Renaissance Tower are also under development.

Florence, Lauderdale County and the Shoals offer a great place to live, work and play.

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Buying Your First Home

• Buying Your First Home - Making The Right Move

• Buying vs. Renting

Buying A Second Home

• Buying A Second Home - Living The Dream

• Ready To Be A Landlord? - Finding A Great Rental Property

Tips For Every Buyer

• Key Factors For Making A Good Investment

• Getting The "Real Scoop" On The Houses You're Looking At

• Next-Door Nightmares

• How To Negotiate To Your Advantage

• Why You Need A Good Home Inspection

• Should You Buy A “Fixer-Upper”?

• Home Warranties - Five Facts To Consider

• RESPA - The Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act

Financing Tips

• Saving For A Down Payment

• What Are They Talking About?

• Get The Scoop On Your Credit Report

• Eliminate Your Mortgage

After You Buy

• Finding A Place For Everything

• Homeowner's Survival Kit

• 10 Repairs You Can Do Yourself

• Decorating On A Budget

• Home Security Dos And Don'ts

• Homeowner's Insurance

Building & Remodeling Tips

• How To Talk To A Contractor

• Five Simple Steps To A Beautiful Bath

• Kitchens: What's Hot?

• Everything You Always Wanted To Know About Windows

• Raise Your Home's IQ

Tax Advantages

• Can You Deduct The Cost Of Home Improvements?

• Tax Advantages And Restrictions For Homeowners

• The Ins and Outs Of Home Offices