Summer is finally here and we are ready to soak up the sun! Check out some of the top local news stories and see what events are coming up on the Emerald Coast as we head into June!

30A’s Guide to the Best Public Beach Access Points in Walton County

https://30a.com/beach-access-points/

Thriving Tourism Economy: Walton County Releases 2022 Annual Report

https://30a.com/annual-tourism-report/

Florida's 2023 Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday Runs Through Friday, June 9

https://www.fwb.org/fire/page/floridas-2023-disaster-preparedness-sales-tax-holiday-runs-through-friday-june-9

Sounds Like Summer Events Every Thursday Night At Watersound Town Center

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Summer is finally here and we are ready to soak up the sun! Check out some of the top local news stories and see what events are coming up on the Emerald Coast as we head into June!

Destin team reels in 776-pound Blue Marlin to win Alabama tournament

https://www.mypanhandle.com/news/local-news/okaloosa-county/destin-team-reels-in-776-pound-blue-marlin-to-win-alabama-tournament/

All American Thursdays at Harborwalk Village begin June 1: Celebrate the USA with a vintage airshow, hero salute, live entertainment, FIREWORKS and a fire spinning show!

https://www.destinfwb.com/event/all-american-thursday/50016/

Thriving Tourism Economy: Walton County Releases 2022 Annual Report

https://30a.com/annual-tourism-report/

Florida's 2023…

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Comparing real estate metrics from one year to another can be challenging in a normal housing market. That’s due to possible variability in the market making the comparison less meaningful or accurate. Unpredictable events can have a significant impact on the circumstances and outcomes being compared. 

Comparing this year’s numbers to the two ‘unicorn’ years we just experienced is almost worthless. By ‘unicorn,’ this is the less common definition of the word:

“Something that is greatly desired but difficult or impossible to find.” 

The pandemic profoundly changed real estate over the last few years. The demand for a home of our own skyrocketed, and people needed a home office and big backyard. 

  • Waves of first-time and second-home…

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The National Association of Realtors (NAR) will release its latest Existing Home Sales Report tomorrow. The information it contains on home prices may cause some confusion and could even generate some troubling headlines. This all stems from the fact that NAR will report the median sales price, while other home price indices report repeat sales prices. The vast majority of the repeat sales indices show prices are starting to appreciate again. But the median price reported on Thursday may tell a different story. 

Here’s why using the median home price as a gauge of what’s happening with home values isn’t ideal right now. According to the Center for Real Estate Studies at Wichita State University:

“The median sale price measures the ‘middle’…

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For many of us, visiting the same vacation spot every year is a summer tradition that’s fun, relaxing, and restful. If that sounds like you, now’s the time to think about your plans and determine if buying a vacation home this year makes more sense than renting one again. According to Forbes: 

“. . . if the idea of vacationing at the same place every year makes you feel instantaneously relaxed, buying a vacation home might be a wise move.”  

To help you decide if making a move like this is right for you, let’s explore why you may want to consider purchasing a vacation home today. 

Benefits of Owning Your Vacation Home

You don’t have to worry about finding a place to stay. It can be a challenge to find a rental where you want, when you…

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Over the last year, the housing market’s gone through significant change. While it’s still a sellers’ market, homes that are priced right are selling, and they get the most attention from buyers right now. If you’re thinking of selling your house this spring, it’s important to lean on your expert real estate advisor when it comes to setting a list price. As Realtor.com explains:

“Move-in-ready homes with curb appeal and in desirable areas—and that are priced to sell—are especially likely to move quickly this spring.”

In today’s market, how you price your house will not only make a big difference to your bottom line, but to how quickly your house will sell.

Why Pricing Your House Right Matters

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Are you having trouble finding a home that fits your needs and your budget? If so, you should know there’s an option worth considering – condominiums, also known as condos. According to Bankrate:

“A condo can be a more affordable entry point to homeownership than a single-family home. And as a homeowner, you’ll build equity over time and have access to tax benefits that a renter wouldn’t.”

That’s why expanding your search to include additional housing types, like condominiums, could help you accomplish your homeownership goals this spring, especially if you can be flexible about the space you need. Condos are typically smaller than a single-family home, but that’s part of what can make them more budget-friendly (see graph below):

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The weather is warming up and our beaches are as beautiful as ever! Check out some of the top local news stories and see what events are coming up on the Emerald Coast as we head into May!

30A Chris Stapleton’s Guitar Case with 30A Sticker Featured in Country Music Hall of Fame Exhibit

https://30a.com/chris-stapleton-guitar-30a-sticker/

Turtle Nesting Season Underway

https://southwalton.lifemediagrp.com/turtle-nesting-season-underway/

Seaside School Announces Multi-Million Dollar Expansion With NWFSC

https://www.emeraldcoastmagazine.com/seaside-school-announces-expansion-with-nwfsc/#:~:text=With%20this%20expansion%20project%2C%20The,through%20twelve%20and%20the%20community.

The Newest Watersound Club Amenities Are Now Open!

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