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Holiday Season Along the Emerald Coast

Holiday Season

One would think that December along the Gulf Coast would not be festive. Well, I can attest, it is joyful, it is beautiful…and it is the best place to celebrate the Holidays.

The Holiday Season Along the Emerald Coast.

“It’s the most wonderful time of the year…”

One would think that December along the Gulf Coast would not be festive. Well, I can attest, it is joyful, it is beautiful…and it is the best place to celebrate the Holidays.  In my opinion, Christmas shopping at Pier Park or the Silver Sands is the best way to shop.

Rather than being stuck inside a brick and mortar mall, you walk the shops’ sidewalks in the outdoor malls. 

The weather is mild, the salt air is festive, and the shops and streets play joyful Christmas songs. No better way to get in the Holiday Spirit!

The beaches are quieter, with plenty of activity from people who want to spend the Holidays at the beach.

The start of snowbird season.

The majority of our snowbirds have not come down yet, although some early bird snowbirds are migrating down. We are always happy to see them come back as they are part of our community!

I bring up snowbirds along the Emerald Coast, as they are an essential demographic for the local economy and our vacation property investors.

Many snowbirds come to the Emerald Coast along the Panhandle starting in November when the beach vacation season winds down. They stay in our local areas anywhere from 2 – 5 months, and they come back year after year. The snowbirds eat at our local restaurants, and they occupy our vacation rentals when reservations can be sporadic.

As a result, property investors along the Emerald Coast appreciate our snowbirds.

Life’s A Beach brokerage has developed relationships with many snowbirds.  We are a direct line of contact who might have an available vacation property to rent.

Helping snowbirds connect with investment property owners is a win-win, as we are helping our investors on their return on investment. And we are assisting snowbirds in enjoying their time living the dream in paradise along the Panhandle.

Update on the “Diamond In The Rough”

Speaking of investment property, here is an update on our “diamond in the rough.” Flooring, paint, crown molding, new showers, and cabinets are all completed! Now we wait for,…wait for it…the quartz countertops. They need to be measured, cut, and then installed. We are getting there; we now have a projected timeline of being complete in January.

We are getting there! And I can’t wait to share the before and after pictures!!

 

Connect With Life’s A Beach Real Estate

To learn more, reach out to the Life’s A Beach Real Estate team. We are here to help you find your piece of paradise.  We have agents in Panama City Beach and surrounding areas.  As well as the Destin San Destin 30A area.

 

 

 

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Working From Home?

Working From Home

Working from home, PCB style.  Businesses all over the country have figured out how to operate remotely and the trend may continue. What better area to work from than Panama City Beach!

Why Working from Home May Spark Your Next Move

If you’ve been working from home this year, chances are you’ve been at it a little longer than you initially expected. Businesses all over the country have figured out how to operate remotely to keep their employees healthy, safe, and productive. For many, it may be carrying into next year and possibly beyond.

While the pandemic continues, Americans re-evaluate their homes, floorplans, locations, needs, and more. Some need more space, while others need less. Whether you’re renting or own your home, if remote work is part of your future, you may be thinking about moving, especially while today’s mortgage rates are so low.

Why Move To Panama City Beach?

Now, if you live in the Panama City Beach area, odds are you do not want to move away if you have the option of working from home…However, if your work-life allows a move to PCB, now is the time!  Imagine taking that zoom call while sitting on your deck overlooking The Gulf of Mexico!  Or maybe you are sitting out by your pool…why not enjoy the beach life work life!!

A recent study from Upwork notes:

“Anywhere from 14 to 23 million Americans are planning to move as a result of remote work.”

To put this into perspective, last year, 6 million homes were sold in the U.S. This means roughly 2 – 4X as many people are considering moving now, and there’s a direct connection to their ability to work from home.

The same study also notes while 45.3% of people are planning to stay within a 2-hour drive from their current location, 41.5% of the people who are citing working from home as their primary reason for making a move are willing to look for a home more than 4 hours away from where they live now (See graph below):Why Working from Home May Spark Your Next Move | MyKCM In some cases, moving a little further away from your current location might mean you can get more home for your money. If you can work remotely, you may have more options available by expanding your search. Upwork also indicates, of those surveyed:

“People are seeking less expensive housing: Altogether, more than half (52.5%) are planning to move to a house that is significantly more affordable than their current home.”

Whether you can eliminate your daily commute to the office or you need more space to work from home, your plans may be changing. If that’s the case, it’s time to connect with a local real estate professional to assess your evolving needs and determine your path together.

Bottom Line

This has been a year of change, and what you need in a home is no exception.  This year has taught us to appreciate the little thing’s in life more.  Don’t wait…buy the beach house…in PCB!  Let’s connect today to ensure you have expert guidance on your side to help you find a home that fits your remote work needs.

To learn more, reach out to the Life’s A Beach Real Estate team. We are here to help you find your piece of paradise.  We have agents in Panama City Beach and surrounding areas.  As well as the Destin San Destin 30A area.

 

 

 

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What Is Panama City Beach Like In November?

In November

In November, the hurricane season is winding down, the weather is still lovely, and the beaches are beautiful.

In November, What Is Panama City Beach Like?

Panama City Beach in November is spectacular!

The hurricane season is winding down, the weather is still lovely, and the beaches are beautiful.

One of the big attractions in Panama City Beach in November is Emerald Coast Cruizin Car Show. This year the event is scheduled for November 11 -14th…if you haven’t made your plans to attend the event yet, you really should. Or find a spot to pop a squat on Front Beach Rd, and watch the parade of classic cars driving by. And hey, on that note, you could pop a squat on the patio in front of our Life’s A Beach Real Estate office located in the Origin At Seahaven condominium building next to Saltwater Marketplace directly across the street from Sharkey’s. And if you do, stop in and say Hi! 

Renovation Update

Segueing from what’s happening in November in Panama City Beach, just a quick update on our RENOVATION project. The contractors are currently piecing back together after the condo’s complete gutting and incorporating the design upgrades. 

Check out the progress on the photo updates Progress photos 11.7.

When I have before and after pictures after the renovation are complete to share, I will.  And of course, I cannot wait for it to get done so I can share it!

 

More Events In November

Ok, back to what’s happening in Panama City Beach in November? This past weekend, Nov 7th, was the IRONMAN Florida event. While I envy the dedication of the athletes that attend this event every year…I can’t imagine how challenging it would be to go through those races! I mean, they start in the morning swimming in the Gulf of Mexico, followed by a bicycle course on the streets of Panama City Beach and surrounding areas. After that is the running event, which takes the athletes through St. Andrew’s State Park, a magnificent setting; the athletes could not ask for a better location than our beautiful city PCB to compete. 

Ok, Ok…I have to wonder if any of the athletes end up at the Grand Lagoon Bloody Mary & Music Fest when they finish competing…? Which was also this past weekend. My pick of the two events was the Music Fest…this This is the 5th year that they celebrated bloody marys and music in Panama City Beach.

Those are just some highlighted events, be there is so much more happening in November. Happy Hour, Low Country Boil, Off The Hook Comedy, Paint Parties, Scavenger Hunt…and much more. Check out Panama City Beach Events to learn more.

PCB Real Estate

With all of that, we haven’t even mentioned the state of the real estate market in Panama City Beach and surrounding areas. Even though the temps are cooling, the PCB real estate market is staying HOT! Our agents are receiving same-day offers on new listings, and the inventory remains tight, and prices continue to appreciate! 

To learn more, reach out to the Life’s A Beach Real Estate team. We are here to help you find your piece of paradise.  We have agents in Panama City Beach and surrounding areas.  As well as the Destin San Destin 30A area.