Even as the temperatures drop and the days grow shorter, the beaches remain a hub of activity! Check out some of the top local news stories and see what events are coming up on the Emerald Coast as we head into November!

2023 Mountainfilm on Tour Returns to 30A: Nov 3-4

https://30a.com/mountainfilm-on-tour-at-watercolor/

New backroads coming to Miramar Beach and Santa Rosa Beach

https://www.mypanhandle.com/news/local-news/walton-county/new-backroads-coming-to-miramar-beach-and-santa-rosa-beach/

Flutterby Arts Festival At Watersound Town Center Nov 12

https://sowal.com/story/flutterby-arts-festival-at-watersound-town-center-nov-12

Join the Second Annual ‘Heroes Against Hunger’ Food Drive with South Walton Fire District

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Even as the temperatures drop and the days grow shorter, the beaches remain a hub of activity! Check out some of the top local news stories and see what events are coming up on the Emerald Coast as we head into November!

New backroads coming to Miramar Beach and Santa Rosa Beach

https://www.mypanhandle.com/news/local-news/walton-county/new-backroads-coming-to-miramar-beach-and-santa-rosa-beach/

Half Shells on the Harbor is coming to the Destin Harbor Sunday, November 12

https://sowal.com/event/harborwalk-village-half-shells-on-the-harbor-1

Dont miss Harbor Docks’ 29th Annual Thanksgiving Fest

https://www.destinfwb.com/event/harbor-docks-29th-annual-thanksgiving-fest/50153/ 

Kick off the season with Destin Commons! Open to the…

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Mortgage rates have been back on the rise recently and that’s getting a lot of attention from the press. If you’ve been following the headlines, you may have even seen rates recently reached their highest level in over two decades (see graph below):  


That can feel like a little bit of a gut punch if you’re thinking about making a move. If you’re wondering whether or not you should delay your plans, here’s what you really need to know.   

How Higher Mortgage Rates Impact You  

There’s no denying mortgage rates are higher right now than they were in recent years. And, when rates are up, that affects overall home affordability. It works like this. The higher the rate, the more expensive it is to borrow money when you buy a home.…

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Take a moment to imagine where you want to be in a few years. You might be thinking about your job, money, wanting more stability, or goals you want to reach soon. Is homeownership a part of that vision? If it is, you should know owning a home has a whole lot of financial benefits.

One of the many reasons to buy a home is that it’s a great way to build wealth and gain financial stability. That’s because the value of most homes increases over time, which in turn grows your net worth. Here’s how home values are rising right now. According to Zillow:

“The total value of the U.S. housing market – the sum of Zillow’s estimated value for every U.S. home – is now slightly less than $52 trillion, which is $1.1 trillion higher than the previous peak…

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When it comes to selling your house, you’re probably trying to juggle the current market conditions and your own needs as you plan your move.

One thing that may be working in your favor is how few homes there are for sale right now. Here’s what you need to know about the current inventory situation and what it means for you.

The Supply of Homes for Sale Is Far Below the Norm

When you’re selling something, it helps if what you’re selling is in demand, but is also in low supply. Why? That makes it even more desirable since there’s not enough to go around. That’s exactly what’s happening in the housing market today. There are more buyers looking to buy than there are homes for sale.

To tell the story of just how low inventory is, here’s…

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White sands and crisp breezes - It’s time to embrace the changing of the seasons! Check out some of the top local news stories and see what events are coming up on the Emerald Coast as we head into October!

Front Porches Become Stages at Annual Watersound Origins Event – Oct 8

https://30a.com/watersound-origins-porchfest/

15th Annual Baytowne Wharf Beer Fest Oct 6 & 7

https://sowal.com/story/15th-annual-baytowne-wharf-beer-fest-oct-6-7

Alys Beach Crafted Oct 25-28 In Alys Beach

https://sowal.com/story/alys-beach-crafted-oct-25-28-in-alys-beach

Headliners Announced for 30A Songwriters Festival — Jan 12-15, 2024

https://30a.com/2024-30a-songwriters-festival/

The Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation (DCWAF) is hosting…

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White sands and crisp breezes - It’s time to embrace the changing of the seasons! Check out some of the top local news stories and see what events are coming up on the Emerald Coast as we head into October!

Texas angler on Destin Inshore Guides pulls in 1st fish of 75th Rodeo

https://www.thedestinlog.com/story/news/local/2023/10/01/destin-inshore-guides-brings-in-first-fish-of-75th-destin-fishing-rodeo/71026186007/

Don't miss out on the Destin Seafood Festival - Oct. 6-8

https://www.destinfwb.com/event/destin-seafood-festival/5028/

Inaugural Salt Water Music Fest Oct 12-14

https://sowal.com/story/inaugural-salt-water-music-fest-oct-12-14

15th Annual Baytowne Wharf Beer Fest Oct 6 & 7

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If you’re hoping to buy a home this year, you’re probably paying close attention to mortgage rates. Since mortgage rates impact what you can afford when you take out a home loan – and affordability is a challenge today – it’s a good time to look at the big picture of where mortgage rates have been historically compared to where they are now. Beyond that, it’s important to understand their relationship with inflation for insights into where mortgage rates might go in the near future.

Giving Context to the Sticker Shock

Freddie Mac has been tracking the 30-year fixed mortgage rate since April of 1971. Every week, they release the results of their Primary Mortgage Market Survey, which averages mortgage application data from lenders across the…

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