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Emerald Coast Real Estate, A Bargain

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In no way am I a real estate expert, but I do try to stay aware of the local market.  My household income depends on it.  My wife has been a Realtor for the past few years, and  I recently went full time as a virtual tour provider.  The bulk of my knowledge has been acquired bartending several years in Destin Florida.  I've discussed real estate with agents, brokers, developers, investors, property owners, and several people who wish they had only bought 10 years ago.  As a bartender, I was solicited for real estate information on almost a daily basis.  So I will provide a few thoughts on the subject.

Every time I drive over the Destin bridge, it brings a smile to my face.  I cherish every sunrise and sunset I see on the water or the beach.  I feel blessed when my pole bends over hooking a fish.  I enjoy being able to dine at any of the wonderful restaurants Destin has to offer.  These are only a few things Destin does better than anywhere else.  This truly is THE place to live. 

Local and national news is filled with negative publicity of hurricanes, global warming, high insurance, and taxes.  These have been major challenges for local homeowners.  However, prices have fallen over the past two years helping to offset these changes.  The Emerald Coast market is priced well below that of Southern California, or Southern Florida.  Buyers have an almost limitless inventory to choose from.  This is the best place in the world to live.  So I say to those people who regret not buying 10 years ago,  buy now and be happy in 2017.