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Fort Walton Beach, FL Real Estate News

By Brandon Jordan
(ERA American Real Estate)
761976- Residential  Attached Single Unit - Sold       $98,000   Office File #: 43818 Address: 937 TRAY Drive 937, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547 County: Okaloosa Area: 12 - Fort Walton Beach Sub Area: 1207 - Wright Project Name/Subdivision: ROSEBUD PLANTATION T/H Zoning: Resid Multi-Family Parcel ID: 03-2S-24-2130-0000-0070 Elementary School: Wright Middle School: Pryor High School: Choctawhatchee Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 975 Price/SqFt: $100.51 Bedrooms: 2 Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 2 Half Baths:   Design: Townhome # Stories: 1                 Year Built: 1997 Occupancy Status: Vacant Immediate Occupancy: No Construction Status: Construction Complete     SqFt Source: Agent-Measured Pool: No Pool Type: None Directions: Beal Pkwy. North left on Carmel, right on Hart then right on Vickie Leig...
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By Karen Butler, Eglin AFB/ Fort Walton Beach /Destin Relocation
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties)
If you already have a VA mortgage at a set interest rate, you may think you're done. But, one of the most powerful features of a VA mortgage is the possibility of easily reducing your existing interest rate by getting what's called a "Streamline Refinance" or Interest Rate Reduction Loan (IRRRL).  This is a much different process than refinancing the whole loan, you are simply reducing the interest rate alone. A simpler process that can be completed without an appraisal AND without any out-of-pocket expenses. It's far simpler than the original loan because you don't need to get another Certificate of Eligibility. Effectively it's a scan for lower rates.  For example, if you have an existitng interest rate of 6% and   and if a lower rate is available, say 3.5%, you may qualify for a redu...
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By Brandon Jordan
(ERA American Real Estate)
755527  - Residential  Condominium - Sold       $65,100   Office File #: 43302 Address: 308 SW MIRACLE STRIP Parkway 1A, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 County: Okaloosa Area: 12 - Fort Walton Beach Sub Area: 1203 - West Fort Walton Beach Project Name/Subdivision: FOUNTAINHEAD CONDO Zoning:   Parcel ID: 23-2S-24-0962-0000-001A Elementary School: Edwins Middle School: Bruner High School: Fort Walton Beach Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 828 Price/SqFt: $78.62 Bedrooms: 2 Total Baths: 1 Full Baths: 1 Half Baths:   Design: N/A # Stories: 1     Units Above Ground: 2 Stories in Building: 2 Stories In Unit: 2 Year Built: 1974 Occupancy Status: Vacant Immediate Occupancy: Yes Construction Status: Construction Complete     SqFt Source: County PA Records Pool: Yes Pool Type: Community Directions: From Miracl...
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By John Moran, For Your Place At The Beach
(Keller Williams Realty's At The Beach Team)
Search Inventory of All  Beach Front Condos For Sale   Listing Details-South Beach  Condo- 776 Sundial Court Unit 401, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548Price: $466,900.00MLS number: 759631Bedrooms: 2Bathrooms: 2.5Square Footage: 1,547Call John Moran (850)217-7618 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing. Gulf Front- Beach Living At It's Finest- A warm Gulf breeze awaits you at this amazing South Beach condo - located on highly desired Okaloosa Island - low density building with only 9 total condos! This END location condo has a Gulf front master suite, king sized guest suite with Gulf views plus a bunk room and offers side windows for more great views...all that plus a seasoned rental history with many repeat guests on a self- managed rental program with a long list of...
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By Karen Butler, Eglin AFB/ Fort Walton Beach /Destin Relocation
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties)
 Homeowners affected by the recent deluge of rains that have submerged huge areas of Louisiana have been offered some interim options for relief. Fannie Mae’s guidelines for single-family mortgages allow servicers to temporarily suspend or reduce a homeowner's mortgage payments for up to 90 days, if they believe a natural disaster has:                   adversely affected the value   or          habitability of the property   or          if the natural disaster has temporarily impacted the homeowner's ability to make payments on their mortgage Mortgage lenders/servicers may grant relief even if they cannot contact the impacted homeowner immediately. If a homeowner can be contacted, the servicer may offer forbearance for up to 6 months, which may be extended for an additional 6 months, f...
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By Brandon Jordan
(ERA American Real Estate)
758533 - Residential  Attached Single Unit - Active       $69,950   Office File #: 43509 Address: 110-C SKINNER Circle C, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547 County: Okaloosa Area: 12 - Fort Walton Beach Sub Area: 1206 - Ocean City Project Name/Subdivision: OCEAN CITY T/H Zoning: Resid Multi-Family Parcel ID: 01-2S-24-0000-0071-000C Elementary School: Shalimar Middle School: Pryor High School: Choctawhatchee Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 1,188 Price/SqFt: $58.88 Bedrooms: 2 Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 1 Half Baths: 1 Design: Townhome # Stories: 2                 Year Built: 1983 Occupancy Status: Vacant Immediate Occupancy: Yes Construction Status: Construction Complete     SqFt Source: County PA Records Pool: No Pool Type: None Directions: From Eglin Pkwy, turn west on South Ave; right on Taylor, righ...
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By John Moran, For Your Place At The Beach
(Keller Williams Realty's At The Beach Team)
Veranda Condo Unit 201 - 462 Abalone Court Unit 201, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548Veranda Condo462 Abalone Court Unit 201Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 1 Bedrooms | 1 Bathrooms | 765 Sq. Ft. For more details surrounding the sale of this condo please contact the following: John Moran, Realtor/Listing Specialist  Keller Williams Realty Emerald Coast36008 Emerald Coast Parkway, Suite 201Destin, FL 32541Destin - South Walton County - Navarre BeachE-Mail: JohnMoran@AtTheBeachTeam.com Website: www.AtTheBeachTeam.comJohn MoranOffice: 850-654-3325Mobile: 850-217-7618Fax: 800-654-2959Click here to see All Gulf Front Condos For Sale!
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By John Moran, For Your Place At The Beach
(Keller Williams Realty's At The Beach Team)
Search Inventory of All Waterscape Condos For Sale   Listing Details-Waterscape Condo- 1110 Santa Rosa Boulevard, Unit B507, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548Price: $415,000.00MLS number: 757357Bedrooms: 2Bathrooms: 2.5Square Footage: 1292Call Courtney Moher (614) 218-0137 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing. Gulf Views/ End Unit Condo- Beach Living At It's Finest- AMAZING opportunity to own a unique condo at Waterscape where there are only a handful just like it with views of the Gulf of Mexico! Enjoy an END unit with privacy all around that is located only 4 stacks back from the beach inside a coveted indoor hall. New beautiful hardwood floors and fresh paint are throughout this gorgeous 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath, condo with BUNKS!The gourmet kitchen has beautiful cab...
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By John Moran, For Your Place At The Beach
(Keller Williams Realty's At The Beach Team)
Search Inventory of All Seacrest Condos For Sale   Listing Details-Seacrest Condo, Unit #313 - 895 Santa Rosa Blvd, Unit #313, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32541Price: $209,000.00MLS number: 755307Bedrooms: 2Bathrooms: 2Square Footage: 894Call Courtney Moher (614) 218-0137 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing. Taste of Paraise - Partial Gulf ViewsThe beach getaway you've been dreaming of... a 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo at Okaloosa Island's favorite, Seacrest Condos -complete with seaside inspired interiors and partial gulf views. Sunshine and warm gulf breezes from the balcony with easy access out your door to the beach! Easily sleeps 6 with a king size master bed, queen bed in the second bedroom, and a queen sized sofa sleeper. The spacious kitchen is fully stocked an...
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By John Moran, For Your Place At The Beach
(Keller Williams Realty's At The Beach Team)
Azure Condo 520 - 1150 Santa Rosa Blvd. 520, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548Azure Condo1150 Santa Rosa Blvd. 520Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 1390 Sq. Ft. For more details surrounding the sale of this condo please contact the following: John Moran, Realtor/Listing Specialist  Keller Williams Realty Emerald Coast36008 Emerald Coast Parkway, Suite 201Destin, FL 32541Destin - South Walton County - Navarre BeachE-Mail: JohnMoran@AtTheBeachTeam.com Website: www.AtTheBeachTeam.comJohn MoranOffice: 850-654-3325Mobile: 850-217-7618Fax: 800-654-2959Click here to see All Azure Condos For Sale!
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755527 - Residential  Condominium - Pending       $56,500   Office File #: 43302 Address: 308 SW MIRACLE STRIP Parkway 1A, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 County: Okaloosa Area: 12 - Fort Walton Beach Sub Area: 1203 - West Fort Walton Beach Project Name/Subdivision: FOUNTAINHEAD CONDO Zoning:   Parcel ID: 23-2S-24-0962-0000-001A Elementary School: Edwins Middle School: Bruner High School: Fort Walton Beach Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 828 Price/SqFt: $68.24 Bedrooms: 2 Total Baths: 1 Full Baths: 1 Half Baths:   Design: N/A # Stories: 1     Units Above Ground: 2 Stories in Building: 2 Stories In Unit: 2 Year Built: 1974 Occupancy Status: Vacant Immediate Occupancy: Yes Construction Status: Construction Complete     SqFt Source: County PA Records Pool: Yes Pool Type: Community Directions: From Mira...
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By John Moran, For Your Place At The Beach
(Keller Williams Realty's At The Beach Team)
Search Current Inventory of All Azure Condo's For Sale Listing DetailsAzure 421- 1150 SANTA ROSA Boulevard UNIT 421, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548Price: $435,000MLS number: 755016 Bedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 2Square Footage: 1390Call John Moran at 850-217-7618 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing. Azure Condo- Coastal Luxe Living At It's FinestCoastal luxe living at its finest in this 2nd stack coastline view 3 bedroom condo at Azure. Upgrades include new wood floors throughout living areas and master suite, stainless steel appliances, granite counters, beautiful furnishings and a large balcony to soak in all the views. The Master Suite is Gulf front and has balcony access plus a spa-like bath with jacuzzi tub, separate shower and his/her closets. Imagine one of the ...
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By Karen Butler, Eglin AFB/ Fort Walton Beach /Destin Relocation
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties)
A Suspicious Activity Report or SAR when used in the context of Real Estate is often in reference to money laundering! A 10 year study of Suspicious Activity Reports showed that 20% of residential real-estate transactions flagged as suspicious contained evidence of money-laundering. This report focuses on certain trends in the reporting of suspicious activity in key businesses and professions in the real estate sector. The report also provides summaries of SARs that were reviewed for this study as will as providing a range of examples of activities and transactions that may be indicative of money laundering and associated illicit financial activity.  Here is a table showing the largest set of  SAR filings by category and it's breakdown.  Looks like property management is an ideal opport...
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By Captain Wayne - Rowlett Real Estate School, Rowlett Real Estate School / Owner and Instructor
(Rowlett Real Estate School)
Wild Willy's Adventure Zone 1306 Miracle Strip Parkway, Fort Walton Beach , FL 32548850-400-3300www.wwazone.comwww.youtube.com/watch?v=ty3btLa8N-I Wild Willy's Adventure Zone features a 16,000 square foot indoor arcade, 2 putt putt golf courses, 60 foot ropes course, 4D Movie Theater, Laser Maze, Ptero Jump, and Inflatable Zone.  Also located at Wild Willy's are Salvati's Pizza Factory and Yogo Mogo's.   Visit Website
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By Olympus Executive Realty Inc., Home Of The Top Producers
(Olympus Executive Realty INC.)
FORT WALTON BEACH HOTELS, MOTELS & RESORTS FOR SALE IN FORT WALTON BEACH FL. PLEASE INQUIRE FOR CURRENT STATUS!Contact Kate or Vick,Your Hotel, Motel & Resort Specialist(407)230-7807 / (407)865-2840InvestmentAcquisitions@gmail.com PLEASE CALL FOR CURRENT & UPDATED INFORMATION ON WHAT IS AVAILABLE IN FORT WALTON BEACHAre you looking looking for Hotels, Motels & Resorts to add to your local or Global investment portfolio?   We can represent you in acquistion of any  hotel, motel & resort property in the U.S.Bankrupt Properties / Bank Managed Properties / Regular Sale/ Broken Asset.Proper representation is paramount during the procurement process. Contact a specialist familiar with the fundamental knowledge of the hotel / motel / resort world.The foundation of our asset acquisition procure...
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By Captain Wayne - Rowlett Real Estate School, Rowlett Real Estate School / Owner and Instructor
(Rowlett Real Estate School)
Welcome to Goofy Golf Goofy Golf in Fort Walton Beach, FL. has been operating since 1958. For the last 50+ years, families and friends have enjoyed the fun and "goofy" atmosphere of our miniature golf course. They have 2 courses that have 17 holes each. The 18th hole is the "Snakes Mouth", and is shared by both courses. Visit our famous T-Rex that you see to the right on our website.  His name is "Hammy". He has been with Goofy Golf since the very beginning, and, after a brief makeover, stands proudly at 23 feet tall! So what are you waiting for? Bring the whole family and experience Goofy Golf once again.
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By Captain Wayne - Rowlett Real Estate School, Rowlett Real Estate School / Owner and Instructor
(Rowlett Real Estate School)
Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park Don't forget to visit the Gulfaruim Marine Park this summer.  This is something the entrie family will enjoy.   1010 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Ft. Walton Beach 32548850-243-9046www.gulfarium.cominfo@gulfarium.com   Come snorkel with stingrays and sharks, feed penguins and watch otters play at Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park. Featuring dolphin and sea lion shows, the marine park is also home to seals, turtles, alligators, harbor seals and more. Become a VIP trainer and work side-by-side with the staff to learn what it takes to train and care for marine mammals. Don't leave without getting a kiss from a harbor seal.
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By Karen Butler, Eglin AFB/ Fort Walton Beach /Destin Relocation
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties)
So here is the scenario: You are buying a house for 177,000 and your funding  fee for 2nd time use of your VA Eligibility will cost 3.3% of the purchase price, so that’s an additional $5840 you are rolling that funding fee into the loan. That makes the loan $182,840, more than the contract price! But house appraised today for only $180,000!   Will you be approved if the loan amount is greater than the appraisal even though the actual “sales price” is less than the appraisal?Actually a really good question,that many people may be wondering. So what you need to know is the bank won’t give a loan for more than what the property appraises for.  But your VA funding fee is not a part of that appraisal value, whether it’s your first, 2nd or more use.  It’s actually a VA allowable fee added on ...
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By Karen Butler, Eglin AFB/ Fort Walton Beach /Destin Relocation
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties)
We have all been in these situations more than once.  If this isn't the funniest thing, I came across this video and had to share.  It will be okay to LOL and to talk to the screen as you are watching this, because you already know the words...http://lightersideofrealestate.com/real-estate-humor/what-real-life-would-look-like-if-email-were-real-life
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By Karen Butler, Eglin AFB/ Fort Walton Beach /Destin Relocation
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties)
Yeah Not!!Well, at least that's what the Mortgage Broker said in a recent blog post about banks not offering or advertising the best rates.  I'm gonna go with "I disagree for $200 Bob"If you are a first time home buyer, and happen to meet Before you are referred to a tried and true list of lenders by your you may be lured into a false sense of   and "of course I know what I'm doing". And the sound of "it's only 2% doesn't sound bad.  Borrower beware, that's 2% of a $200,000 home. Yes that's $4000 of what you were saving to use towards your house, has now been promised to "you know who" for doing something you can do... pick up the phone.It doesn't go towards the downpayment or closing costs, just in "you know who's pocket"  AND to add insult to injury you will still have to the lenders ...
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