This deep water bayou/bay front lot in Santa Rosa Beach Florida has just closed at a great price.  Easy access to deep water with privacy and seclusion from heavy boat traffic.  I am including below a link to view all area Bay front lots currently for sale.  Enjoy CLICK HERE TO VIEW BAY FRONT LOTS FOR SALE 07/05/2011

This lovely Escada short sale home at 486 Calle Escada, Santa Rosa Beach Florida just sold. The home had 9-10 foot ceilings, open, custom floorplan, living room with fireplace, double French doors with transom windows open to large covered patio.  The master bedroom was a "suite", with huge walk-in closet. The Escada subdivision in Santa Rosa beach is a quietly tucked away, close to Scenic Hwy 30-A, but near all the vibrant shopping at Grand Boulevard, Baytowne Wharf and Silver Sands.  Sacred Heart Hospital on the Emerald Coast is nearby, as well as Gulf of Mexico Beaches off 30-A in South Walton County. This Escada, Santa Rosa Beach FL home sold for $170,000 as a short sale.Search Santa Rosa Beach homes Search Rosemary Beach homes and vicinitySell my Santa Rosa Beach home It's Wendy! ... 07/01/2011

      Another New Client Thanks to Active Rain! Here you go, another true A/R blogging success story.  I have new cleints thanks to my Active Rain Blog.  It started with an email from the new clients.  It was kind of funny because she said in her email, "I have never hired an agent off of the Internet before."  they had typed in the keywords "Santa Rosa Beach Buyer's Agent" and found one of my blogs.  This really was a wonderful couple to work with and we had a great time.  The blog that they found was about how I offer YouTube service to my buyer clients.  I have to tell you, I have sold numerous properties and won over many new clients because of my $80 Kodak ZI8 Digital Video Camera and YouTube.  It works very well for out of town buyers.     Below is a link to the blog that my new c... 06/27/2011

    When the deal goes south, don't lose your client!         Click the link below to search Destin and 30A Real Estate Destin and 30A Real Estate Search     In todays business climate, you never know what can pop up and kill the deal.  Below are some of the common ones that I have seen or heard about. Marital Problems Health Issues Surprises or Changes in the deal Tax issues Change in Finances Family Issues Buyers Remorse A lower comp hits the market Inspection Results Hurricanes A Negative News Report Etc, Etc, Etc, As we all know, the deal is not closed until the checks have been cut.  The biggest mistake we can make is to try so hard to keep the deal together that we lose a client.  Taking care of the client and looking out for their best interest is a key to success in Real Estate.... 06/27/2011

Looking at the area along the beautiful scenic Hwy. 30A and the South Walton Beaches located in Santa Rosa Beach, FL zipcode 32459, the inventory is disappearing quickly.  We are down to just 14.73 weeks of inventory in the condo category.  Today there are only 299 total condos for sale.  The buyers have been back in groves trying to snatch up the last of the best deals and foreclosures.  Approximately 33% of all sales are to cash buyers. If you think that we are going to have another round of bottom prices, think again.  I am beginning to see price increases and sellers with multiple offers.  Sellers are smart and they know they can demand more when inventory levels shrink.  It is all based on the supply and demand theory and economics. If you are looking to buy and need an experienced... 06/27/2011

In Florida in the months of May and June, we see a great number of yellow flies.  Why am I writing about this today?  Because in just two days, I have been biten twice.  Yes, biten.  It is hot and sunny here during these months so I take shelter in the shade.  That is exactly where they hang out.   They love the shade too.  Little did I know.  They also love forests, rivers, and creeks.  I live by the State Forest and by numberous coastal dune lakes.  No wonder I am getting biten. Not only that, but they love humans.  They are actually attracted to our scent and love the bite the head, neck and shoulder areas.  Although I got biten both times on the knees. So what can I do?  I found that I am supposed to buy a beach ball.  Okay, quit laughing.  Yes a beach ball and then go to the local ... 06/23/2011

Water Planet USA from Walton Outdoors on Vimeo. 06/20/2011

Topsail Hill Preserve State Park from Walton Outdoors on Vimeo. 06/11/2011

Grayton Beach Florida Real Estate Grayton Beach offers single family homes, home sites, townhomes, and condos.  Those that know Grayton Beach will tell you that Grayton may offer the most eclectic mix of these properties on the Florida Panhandle.  In all forms, everyone needs to discover Grayton Beach Real Estate Real Estate Quick Links View all Grayton Beach Homes For Sale View All Grayton Condos and Townhomes For Sale View All Grayton Beach Home Sites For Sale Overview Grayton Beach was the first community established on what is now Scenic Hwy 30a.  The residents fought to preserve the community and shelter it from the surge in high rise, and high density development.  Grayton Beach is a trip into Old Florida and the charm is the feeling that time has stood still. Architecture Grayto... 06/06/2011

The federal government and all state governments have enacted laws to ensure that the public interest in real estate is adequately protected.»The civil Rights Act of 1866 prohibits any type of discrimination based on race in any real estate transaction without exception.  This law is still in force today. This information is courtesy of Rowlett Real Estate School www.rowlettrealestateschool.com free to visit our class schedule and online real estate courses at http://www.rowlettrealestateschool.com/fl-schedule.htm P.Stone, RRES     06/05/2011

30a Arts Showcase Home Support Walton County Memorial day has come and gone and with it a sun up to sun down week long schedule of showing and selling 30a's finest homes. The Walton Sun just released a story announcing the support the arts in Walton County Showcase Home owned by DR. and Mrs. Merrill N. Bradley at 230 West Bermuda Drive in Blue Mountain Beach as this years cultural Alliances Showcase Home. The Cultural Arts Alliance offers designers of 30a and the southeast the opportunity to showcase their talents in support of the arts in the Walton County area. These designers are well established and new designers as well expressing the desired life style of the famous 30a corridor. The home is located in the Retreat of Blue Mountain Beach and sits along Lake Drapper flaunting views ... 06/03/2011

In my local market area, I am beginning to see some incredible price increases overnight.  From prices like $860,000 up to $995,000 with agent notes that state that the seller is FIRM.  What?  They weren't FIRM just yesterday?  This is nuts.  This is why it is a very good reason to work with an Exclusive Buyer's Representative like myself.  I will help you discover prices yesterday and today and disclose to you what you need to know to make a good buying decision that will help you save thousands of dollars. Kelly Klein, Lifeguard Real Estate, Inc. Broker / Owner / Buyer's Representative / Your Beach Specialist Destin, Sandestin, Santa Rosa Beach, Dune Allen Beach, Blue Mountain Beach, Grayton Beach, Watercolor, Seaside, Seagrove, Seacrest, Alys Beach, Rosemary Beach, Inlet Beach, Panam... 06/02/2011

Seacrest Beach Real Estate Seacrest Beach real estate offers a more affordable alternative to Rosemary Beach FL real estate without sacrificing proximity to the atmosphere, shopping, dining and activities that make Rosemary Beach so desirable. Seacrest Beach consists of single family homes and home sites. On the south side of Scenic Highway 30A, Villas at Sunset Beach is a popular gated condominium project on the Gulf that shares the amenities of Seacrest Beach. Water's Edge at Seacrest Beach is another gated community of single family homes and home sites on the Gulf across from the Village of South Walton. Destin Real Estate Company specializes in the listing, marketing and sale of Seacrest Beach homes.   Overview Seacrest Beach is a colorful community on the north side of Scenic Hig... 05/11/2011

  Old Florida Village is located in Santa Rosa Beach Florida just North of Hwy 30a near Dune Allen.  These Florida beach cottages are very popular among renters and second home owners.  Easy stroll to a couple of beach access points make this location very desirable.  This property is a foreclosure and the lowest priced home in the community @ $280,000.  Below I am including a video that I made for an out of town client that will hopefully give you a good vision of the home.  I will also include a link to view all other homes for sale in Old Florida Village. CLICK HERE TO VIEW VIDEO CLICK HERE TO VIEW ALL OPPORTUNITIES IN OLD FLORIDA VILLAGE 04/19/2011

      Serenity at Dune Allen Homes For Sale   Click the link below to search Serenity at Dune Allen Homes For Sale Serenity at Dune Allen Homes For Sale - Click Here   Serenity at Dune Allen Beach is a new housing community located on the West end of Hwy 30A in Santa Rosa Beach, FL.  The neighborhood features small and affordable beach cottages that are a short walk to the beach.  The neighborhood is also a very short walk to one of South Waltons favorite restaurants "Stinkys".  The neighborhood features brick paver roads and a community pool.  Feel free to call or email with any questions about Serenity at Dune Allen. 04/15/2011

Life-long Seagrovian resident, Phillip "Flip" Spann IV created this 2,238 square foot home in the first neighborhood to be platted in Seagrove.  This super quiet neighborhood is just two blocks East of Seaside and 1/2 block from the Gulf of Mexico.  Spann overlooked no detail in this raised, Queen Anne block and brick foundation with interiors by Heather Lollie.  The ground floor provides a carport onus room that acts as a workshop or studio with it's own exterior entrance.  The front entrance of the home features a front portico with left and right entrance steps, craftsman style column and toungue and groove wood ceiling and a high varnish mahogany front door.  Additional features include an exterior shower, six ceiling fans, 140 mph building code with impact resistant windows and do... 04/01/2011

Every MLS has a map that divides the larger geographical area into Main and SubAreas for means of searching for a property.  Let's take Area 17 where I live which is in Santa Rosa Beach, FL and more commonly known as areas like Dune Allen, Gulf Place, Blue Mountain Beach, and Grayton Beach.  I looked this morning being bored as the rain and lightning passed through and found out we only have 94 condos for sale in this area as of this morning.  Then I ran the calculation for absorption rate and found out that Area 17 has a 12 month supply of condos at the current pace of sales.  Six months is considered a balanced buyer and seller's market.  We have come along way over the past few years.  Real estate is always local and I like looking at these numbers down to the most local area I can t... 03/30/2011

The Retreat stands alone as the most prestigious gated gulf front community in Santa Rosa Beach.  High elevation, coastal dunes, and privacy provide an unmatched combination.  Architect Tom Christ delivers an ingenious floor plan of seductive spaces that join one another with effortless fluidity, showcased by uncompromising construction and tailored installation of gorgeous finishes by BRW Builders.  Atlanta Interior Designer William Stewart distills the character of this intriguing home through use of refined and comfortable furnishings and collected decor that enhances a palette of slate tile floors found throughout the ground floor, and unblemished walnut hardwood that adorns the winding staircase as well as the second and third floors.  I am including a link below to view all detai... 03/19/2011

The Adagio Complex is located at the curve in Blue Mountain Beach along the beautiful scenic 30A corridor.  This is one of the area's highest elevations above sea level along this route.  Adagio defined by Websters Dictionary means a slow tempo or direction of music.  That is what you can expect at Adagio.  A slower way of life where you can spend the afternoons by the Gulf of Mexico or play in the 8,000 waterfall pool area.  Just relax.  You will want to stay awhile.  There is also an onsite fitness center or you can rent a bike and be among the hundreds of bikers who enjoy the 19 mile long biking trail that follows the length of Hwy. 30A. Close enough to walk to walk for a massage at For The Health of It all Natural Food Store, or enjoy a show stopping performance by local entertainer... 03/15/2011

Seaside currently has 30 Active listings.  Only 2 sales in the month of February.  With this type of inventory and sales ration, it will take 65 weeks to exhaust the total inventory in Seaside. There are a lot of pedestrian walkovers in the Seaside Area and it is extra busy during this time of year.  If in the area, please know that the pedestrians have the right away and move slowly through this area.  I look forward to seeing you here soon.  The weather is beautiful this time of year and buyers are everywhere.  If you are looking to buy, please consider using the services I provide to all buyers.  I work for you as your buyer's representative and can help you save money and make smart decisions.  I am paid by the seller, so don't worry about owing me anything other than your loyalty t... 03/14/2011