SeaCrest Condo - Ft Walton Beach

06/18/2024

Don't miss out on your chance to soak up the sun at one of my beach condos. One week remaining in July. Plenty of availablity for August at lower rates and fewer crowds. Comes with complimentary beach chair service. Includes two chairs and an umbrella conveniently set up on the beach. New restaurant opening soon, within walking distance of the complex.
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01/06/2024

SPRING AND SUMMER 2024 ARE OPEN!
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This year both units will include complimentary beach service which comes with an umbrella and two chairs (March 1- October 31).
To see both units check out my direct booking website.
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03/19/2023

03/19/2023

Summer vacancies are running out! Check our calendar to book your beach vacation now while there are some weekly rentals left for summer.

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Sixth floor unit: www.seacrestcondo.com/Coastalserenity

Fourth floor unit: www.seacrestcondo.com/Seasideserenity

11/13/2022

09/17/2021

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Have You Ever Seen a Housing Market Like This? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Whether you’re buying or selling – today’s housing market has plenty of good news to go around. Buyers can take advantage of today's mortgage rates to escape rising rents and keep monthly payments affordable. Sellers can reap the benefits of multiple offers and a fast sale. If this sounds like good news to you, connect with a trusted real estate adviser so you can capitalize on the unique opportunity you have in today’s market.

Some Highlights Whether you’re buying or selling – today’s housing market has plenty of good news to go around. Buyers can take advantage of today's mortgage rates to escape rising rents and keep monthly payments affordable. Sellers can reap the benefits of multiple offers and a fast sale. If ...

09/16/2021

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Is the Number of Homes for Sale Finally Growing?

An important metric in today’s residential real estate market is the number of homes available for sale. The shortage of available housing inventory is the major reason for the double-digit price appreciation we’ve seen in each of the last two years. It’s the reason many would-be purchasers are frustrated with the bidding wars over the homes that are available. However, signs of relief are finally appearing.

What normally happens throughout the year?
Historically, housing inventory increases throughout the summer months, starts to tail off in the fall, and then drops significantly over the winter.

What happened last year?
Last year, the trend was different. Historical seasonality wasn’t repeated in 2020 since many homeowners held off on putting their houses up for sale because of the pandemic. In 2020, active listings peaked in...

An important metric in today’s residential real estate market is the number of homes available for sale. The shortage of available housing inventory is the major reason for the double-digit price appreciation we’ve seen in each of the last two years. It’s the reason many would-be purchasers ar...

09/15/2021

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5 Tips for Making Your Best Offer

In today’s sellers’ market, standing out as a buyer is critical. Here are five things to keep in mind when it’s time to make an offer.

1. Know Your Budget

Knowing your budget and what you can afford is critical to your success as a homebuyer. The best way to understand your numbers is to work with a lender so you can get pre-approved for a loan. It also enables you to act quickly when you’ve found your perfect home.

2. Be Prepared To Move Fast

When homes are selling fast, staying on top of the market and moving quickly are key. After you’ve worked with your agent to find the home that suits your needs, they’ll help you put together and submit your best offer as soon as possible.

3. A Real Estate Professional Can Lead You to Victory

Agents are experts in the local real estate market. They have insight into what's worked for other...

In today’s sellers’ market, standing out as a buyer is critical. Multi-offer scenarios and bidding wars are the norm due to the low supply of houses for sale and high buyer demand. If you’re buying this fall, you’ll want every advantage, especially when you’ve found the home of your dreams...

09/14/2021

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The Truth About Today’s Buyer Demand

Despite what you may have read, the housing market is still undeniably strong. Here’s a look at what leading experts have to say about buyer demand today and how it continues to shape the industry:

Michael Lane, President at ShowingTime: “In general, there are definite signs of cooling demand. However, buyer traffic is still at historically high levels compared to pre-pandemic showings.”

Odeta Kushi, Deputy Chief Economist at First American: “Seasonally adjusted purchase applications tick up slightly to the highest level since July. Demand for homes remains strong and steady. Excluding 2020 (not a good benchmark) purchase applications are the strongest in a decade.”

Selma Hepp, Deputy Chief Economist at CoreLogic: “Home buyer demand pushed price growth to a new record high in June, with S&P CoreLogic national Case-Shiller Index clocking...

When it comes to the latest news in real estate, there are a lot of sensational headlines in the media. In times like this, when it can be hard to know what to believe, put your trust in the experts. Those of us in the housing market respect that buying or selling a home is a major life decision, an...

09/13/2021

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Why It’s Still Safe To Sell Your Home

As Bob Goldberg, CEO of the National Association of Realtors (NAR), puts it, “The pandemic has confirmed to all of us in the industry that technology will continue to transform real estate.”

New and Existing Technology Are Impacting the Process

In the 2021 Realtor Technology Survey, NAR asks real estate professionals their opinions on the most valuable pieces of technology for their business over the past 12 months. Tools that allow agents to serve clients at a distance and limit exposure to others, including eSignature, lockboxes, and video conferencing, became increasingly important during the last year. Those same tools are just as essential today. Restricting the number of people a seller must interact with during the process is the best way to keep all parties involved in a sale safe.

Trusted Advisors Stay Up to Date on Guidelines for...

If you’re on the fence about whether or not you want to sell your house this year, there’s good news. Real estate professionals are highly experienced in how to sell houses safely during the pandemic. Over the last year, agents have adopted new technologies and safety measures designed to keep y...

09/10/2021

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Fact or Fiction: Homebuyer Edition [INFOGRAPHIC]

When it comes to the current housing market, there are multiple misconceptions – from what the current supply of available homes looks like to how much houses are selling for. It takes professionals who study expert opinions and data to truly understand the real estate market and separate fact from fiction. Trust the pros. DM me today to see why it’s still a good time to buy.

Some Highlights When it comes to the current housing market, there are multiple misconceptions – from what the current supply of available homes looks like to how much houses are selling for. It takes professionals who study expert opinions and data to truly understand the real estate market and s...

09/09/2021

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Home Price Appreciation Is Skyrocketing in 2021. What About 2022?

One of the major story lines over the last year is how well the residential real estate market performed. One key metric in the spotlight is home price appreciation. According to the latest indices, home prices are skyrocketing this year.

Every region in the country is experiencing at least a 14.9% increase in home price appreciation, according to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA). According to the U.S. National Home Price Index from S&P Case-Shiller, every major metro is seeing at least a 13.3% growth in prices.

But what about price appreciation in 2022? Prices are the result of the balance between supply and demand. The demand for single-family homes has been strong over the last 18 months. The supply of houses available for sale was near historic lows. However, there’s some good news on the...

One of the major story lines over the last year is how well the residential real estate market performed. One key metric in the spotlight is home price appreciation. According to the latest indices, home prices are skyrocketing this year.

09/08/2021

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Understand Your Options To Avoid Foreclosure

Equity is the difference between what you owe on the home and its market value based on factors like price appreciation. In today’s real estate market, many homeowners have far more equity in their home than they realize. Over the last year, buyer demand has been high, but housing supply has been low. That’s led to a substantial increase in home values. When prices rise, so does the amount of equity you have in your house.

According to CoreLogic, on average, homeowners gained $33,400 in equity over the last 12 months, and the average equity on mortgaged homes is now $216,000.

So, what does that mean for you? Over the past year, chances are your home’s value and therefore your equity have risen dramatically. If you’ve been in your home for a while, the mortgage payments you’ve made over time chipped away at the balance of your loan...

Even though experts agree there’s no chance of a large-scale foreclosure crisis, there are a number of homeowners who may be coming face-to-face with foreclosure as a possibility. And while the overall percentage of homeowners at risk is decreasing with time (see graph below), that’s little comf...

09/07/2021

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Reasons You Should Consider Selling This Fall

If you’re thinking of making a move, here are four reasons to put your house up for sale sooner rather than later.

>>Your House Will Likely Sell Quickly

According to NAR, homes continue to sell quickly – on average, they're selling in just 17 days.
If homes are selling quickly, buyers have to be more decisive and act fast to submit their offer before other buyers swoop in.

>>Buyers Are Willing To Compete for Your House

In addition to selling quickly, homes are receiving multiple offers. That same survey shows sellers are seeing an average of 4.5 offers, and they’re competitive ones. Receiving several offers on your house means you can select the one that makes the most sense for your situation and financial well-being.

>>When Supply Is Low, Your House Is in the Spotlight

One of the most significant challenges for motivated...

If you're trying to decide when to sell your house, there may not be a better time to list than right now. The ultimate sellers' market we're in today won't last forever. If you’re thinking of making a move, here are four reasons to put your house up for sale sooner rather than later.

09/06/2021

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Honoring the American Workforce

Wishing you a happy and safe Labor Day.

09/03/2021

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Your Agent Is Key When Pricing Your House [INFOGRAPHIC]

Pricing your house right takes market experience and expertise. To find the best list price, your agent balances current market demand, values of homes in your neighborhood, where prices are headed, and your home’s condition. If you’re ready to sell, don’t guess on the price. DM me so we can price your house to attract multiple offers and maximize your return on investment.

Some Highlights Pricing your house right takes market experience and expertise. To find the best list price, your agent balances current market demand, values of homes in your neighborhood, where prices are headed, and your home’s condition. If you’re ready to sell, don’t guess on the price. L...