There is no question that families and households are increasingly finding multigenerational living an appealing option. In fact, numerous statistics uphold that multigenerational housing is an escalating trend being driven by financial considerations and the desire for closer family ties. In fact, the number of multigenerational households surged to an all-time high of 17% last year, according to a “Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends Report ” by the National Association of REALTORS (NAR). This primarily motivated by the need for cost savings, with families combining incomes to afford home ownership. Another recent NAR report revealed that, nearly one-fifth (19%) of Gen Xers and 16% of Younger Boomers purchased multigenerational homes in 2024, further exemplifying shifting resi... 06/20/2025

Buying your First Home? Avoid these 4 Common MistakesBuying a home is a process that is naturally confusing for the first timer. A common bewilderment is about how much home can be purchased for the amount of money being loaned. If you’ve ever watched Home & Garden Television’s “Property Virgins” you’ve seen this on display.The show’s real estate agent shows homebuyers around a neighborhood and, at then she asks them what they think the homes there would sell for. They always guess way too low.Assuming a particular neighborhood is in your price range is one of the most common mistakes first-time buyers make. Let’s take a look at other common mistakes and let you know how to avoid making them.Not Preparing for the Purchase“By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail,” or so said Ben... 06/22/2025

5951 W CO Highway 30A 12, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 324592 Bedrooms,  2 BathroomsSq ft: 1,552For more details surrounding the sale of this property please contact the following:Jackson Stanford, Buyer Specialist Keller Williams Realty Emerald Coast36008 Emerald Coast Parkway, Suite 201Destin, FL 32541Destin - Okaloosa Island-Miramar Beach-30AE-Mail: Jacksonstanford@atthebeachteam.comWebsite: www.AtTheBeachTeam.comJackson StanfordOffice: 850-654-3325Mobile: 850-865-8928 06/23/2025

Life can feel a bit unpredictable these days. What’s happening with inflation? The economy? The housing market? But in the middle of all that uncertainty, there’s one thing a lot of people still crave – a place to call their own. Because when everything else feels up in the air, home can be the thing that grounds you. As the experts at 1000WATTput it: “Homeownership isn’t primarily financial anymore. . . Across all demographics, emotional and lifestyle factors consistently outrank wealth-building as motivators.” Here’s what owning a home can mean for you, especially right now. Freedom To Make It Yours When you're a homeowner, you don’t need to ask permission to paint a wall, hang a gallery of your favorite art, or redo the floors. You have the freedom to create a space that reflects wh... 06/23/2025