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THE PREMIER PROPERTY GROUP EXPANDS FOOTPRINT IN NORTHWEST FLORIDA, ACQUIRES SIGNIFICANT INTEREST IN BEACHY BEACH REAL ESTATE

Strategic move strengthens Beachy Beach, one of the region’s most respected independent brokerages, and increases The Premier Property Group’s presence in key Bay County markets

MIRAMAR BEACH, FL (March 9, 2023) – The Premier Property Group, Northwest Florida’s largest independent residential real estate brokerage and an affiliate of Luxury Portfolio International®, today announced that it has acquired a significant interest in Bay County, Fla.-based Beachy Beach Real Estate, one of the region’s most…

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Spring is fast approaching! Check out some of the top local news stories and see what events are coming up on the Emerald Coast as we head into March!

Walk to End Alzheimer’s moving to Panama City this October

https://www.mypanhandle.com/alzheimers-awareness/walk-to-end-alzheimers-moving-to-panama-city-this-october/

2 Florida beaches ranked in top 20 in U.S.: TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Award ‘Best of the Beaches for 2023’

https://www.wkrg.com/northwest-florida/2-florida-beaches-ranked-in-top-20-in-u-s-tripadvisors-travelers-award-best-of-the-beaches-for-2023/

30A’s Newest Boutique Hotel Is Welcoming Guests This Spring

https://30a.com/the-lodge-30a-seagrove-beach/

Emerald Coast Boat & Lifestyle Show March 3-5

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Spring is fast approaching! Check out some of the top local news stories and see what events are coming up on the Emerald Coast as we head into March!

Calling all foodies: Destin Food Truck Fest is March 5

https://www.thedestinlog.com/story/news/local/2023/03/01/destin-food-truck-fest-is-march-5-at-kelly-cultural-arts-village/69954840007/

Destin lifeguards get ready for spring break

https://www.thedestinlog.com/story/news/local/2023/02/28/destin-beach-safety-gears-up-for-spring-break-and-summer-ahead/69931718007/

2 Florida beaches ranked in top 20 in U.S.: TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Award ‘Best of the Beaches for 2023’

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Experts Forecast a Turnaround in the Housing Market in 2023 | MyKCM

The housing market has gone through a lot of change recently, and much of that was a result of how quickly mortgage rates rose last year.

Now, as we move through 2023, there are signs things are finally going to turn around. Home price appreciation is slowing from the recent frenzy, mortgage rates are coming down, inflation is easing, and overall market activity is starting to pick up. All of that’s great news for the housing market this year. Here’s what experts are saying.

Cristian deRitis, Deputy Chief Economist, Moody’s Analytics:
“The current state of the housing market is that it is certainly in transition.”
Susan Wachter, Professor of Real Estate and Finance, University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School:
“Housing is going…

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One Major Benefit of Investing in a Home | MyKCM

One of the many reasons to buy a home is that it’s a major way to build wealth and gain financial stability. According to Freddie Mac:

“Building equity through your monthly principal payments and appreciation is a critical part of homeownership that can help you create financial stability.”

With spring approaching, now’s a great time to consider if buying a home makes sense for you. The best way to figure that out is to talk with a trusted real estate professional.

The Largest Part of Most Homeowners’ Net Worth Is Their Equity

You may be surprised to learn just how much of a homeowner’s net worth actually comes from owning their home. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) shares:

“Homeownership is the largest source of…

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What You Should Know About Rising Mortgage Rates | MyKCM

After steadily falling over the winter, mortgage rates have started to rise in recent weeks. This is concerning to some potential homebuyers as the combination of higher mortgage rates and higher prices have made homes less affordable. So, if you’re planning to purchase a home this year, you too may be wondering if now’s the right time to buy or if you should hold off on your search until rates come back down.

The recent uptick in rates has been driven by what’s happening with inflation. Joel Kan, Vice President and Deputy Chief Economist at the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), explains:

“Mortgage rates increased across the board last week, pushed higher by market expectations that inflation will persist, thus requiring the Federal…

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