The Alabama Center for Real Estate is housed within the University of Alabama’s Culverhouse College of Commerce. ACRE is organized to provide national thought leadership and relevant resources in the areas of research, education and networking that enhance Alabama’s real estate industry. The heart of ACRE is advancing relationships by providing servant leadership with a passionate, adaptable and humble spirit. It was established by legislative act in 1996 with support & guidance of its founding partners, the Alabama REALTORS, the Alabama Real Estate Commission and The University of Alabama.