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The Best Real Estate Sales Advice I Ever Received Real estate 2023 is certainly making a name for itself. Buyers, sellers, agents, and title folks all seem anxious. The red hot market of 2021 is certainly behind us, but what is taking its place? One economic indicator will suggest a plateau, then...

Getting  Value From Your Destin Florida Investment CondoEvery year people from all over descend on the Emerald Coast to enjoy our clear water and sugar white beaches. Many of these visitors will set up camp at one of the local condos. As a potential Destin Florida condo owner, let's explore ways ...

Is Buying A Home In Destin Florida A Good Idea?In the words of the Chinese Proverb, "May you live in interesting times". With rising rates, limited housing inventory, negative media, and inflation the 2023 housing market is certainly not boring. As a potential Destin home buyer, it's only fair to...

Navigating the Real Estate Market during high(er) Interest RatesDuring the fourth quarter of 2022 the message was yes, interest rates are up but things should settle by the first of 2023. Even though the New Year's decorations came down, the interest rates went up. As Spring turned into  Summer t...

Housing Options Around Destin Florida Considering a permanent move to Destin Florida?  Or perhaps Uncle Sam has decided your next duty station is Eglin AFB or Hurlburt Field in nearby Ft Walton Beach. Regardless of the reason, local market knowledge is key. Let's take a closer look at the Greater...

Destin Florida Real Estate-Listing Your Home During The HolidaysAnd Just like that, another holiday season is upon us. It seems as I age these holidays keep coming around more quickly. Destin home sellers often ask, "Should I wait until after the holidays to sell?" The quick answer is it depends ...

Searching for the PERFECT 3 bedroom home in Deville Louisiana? Hate to be the person delivering the negative news, but 172 Nation Road has recently closed. Let's take a look at what helped this home sell in under the local average.  3 Bedroom Home For Sale Deville Louisiana OverviewMapsPhotos $34...

Destin Florida Real Estate Market Update- October 2023There is something special about Autumn in Destin Florida. The heat has retreated, yet the water is warm enough for a nice swim. Once the Summer season has passed, many people use this time to either buy or sell their Destin property. Let's ta...

3 Bedroom Home For Sale In Ball La- 122 GayvenSearching for your next home in Ball, Louisiana? Need space, but don't want to spend a fortune in the process? If so, 122 Gayven Drive should be on your must tour list. Let's take a look and see what this 3 bedroom home has to offer... 3 Bedroom Home ...

Deville La Home SOLD- 174 Nation RoadSearching for a new home in Deville La with all the fancy bells and whistles? Sorry to report, 174 Nation Road is SOLD. The builder included some upgrades (leathered granite, custom shower) that help this property find a buyer in less than the average days on ...