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Destin Real Estate Update - Q1 2014

Sales numbers for the first quarter of 2014 for all Destin Real Estate are in.  Destin is an upscale beach community in Northwest Florida, also known as the Emerald Coast, that is very popular with tourists and those looking to enjoy resort lving.  The original settlers in the area took advantage of the abundant fishery located off the Destin coast and made their living by fishing.  Gradually, the white sandy beaches and turquoise waters attracted pleasure seekers looking to relax and take in the scenery. In the early 1970's the area had become so popular that a local developer built the first high rise condo in Destin. Today, real estate in Destin is complex and includes transactions involving homes, condos, and lots.

Destin Homes

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Destin Homes for Every Lifestyle

Early visitors came to Destin to fish.  After all, we have plenty of snapper, grouper, amberjack, swordfish, tuna and other delicious species for everyone. I can only imagine these guys coming in from a long day of fishing, boxes full of fish, the turquoise waters glistening under their boat, and the beautiful and undisturbed white sandy beaches greeting them as they entered the East Pass. What a feeling that must have been!

Fast forward thirty years and we still have great fishing but the vacant sands have been filled with homes that are as diverse as its residents. We have beachfront homes in Destin, homes on golf courses, bayfront homes, homes with large lots, and patio homes just to name a few.

Holiday Isle

Beachfront homes are found on…

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Holiday Isle Homes in Destin, Florida

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A Boater's paradise, Holiday Isle in Destin is located within minutes of the East Pass and provide easy access to deep-water that holds big fish.  Holiday Isle represents a blend of human ingenuity and natural beauty.  This peninsula was uninhabited until a series of canals were dredged that allowed for the creation of boat docks and moorings.  In fact, most Holiday Isle Homes for sale are built on one of these canals.

True to its roots of a "fishing" village, most of the early homes built on Holiday Isle were simple structures that were used for fishing and had very little style or architectural detail.  However, as Destin developed into a premier beach destination, modern homes have included…

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Destin Homes For Sale - Owner Financing

We have many qualified buyers looking at Destin homes for sale right now.  Many of these buyers have cash available for a downpayment, but cannot obtain financing for a variety of reasons.

Owner financing of Destin Homes typically includes terms such as:

• Agreed upon purchase price
• Downpayment from buyer
• Agreement of interest and term of the financing

Keep in mind that most owner financing does not require the seller to finance the property for 30 years.  In fact, most sales with owner financing require the buyer to pay the home off in 3 to 5 years. 

Another popular choice for selling is lease purchase agreements.  With these transactions, a lease and purchase agreement are signed at the same time.  The buyer moves in and starts…

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Destin Bankowned Foreclosures - 140 Open Gulf

I look at several Destin foreclosures each week but this one really caught my attention. When I pulled up to the home, my first impression was that the house was overpriced. However, I was pleasantly surprised when I took a look around.

While many Destin foreclosures require considerable repairs, the interior of this home was immaculate and the layout was fantastic for a vacation rental, 2nd home, or a weekend get away. The home has six bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, three large decks (including the observation tower), a swimming pool and is located less than 200 yards to the beach.

Unlike most foreclosures in Destin, this one is completely furnished. The only thing that needs fixed is the swimming pool. It is dirty and hasn't been used in quite sometime.…

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Financing Your Destin Condo or House

Time to Get Quotes from Prospective Lenders

Ok, we’ve spent countless hours discussing your needs and wants for your dream home or condo.  You have looked at dozens of listings that fit your criteria.  We have spent several days together looking at those properties.  We have researched prices, written offers, and negotiated “The Best Deal” for you. 

Now what happens?

Unfortunately, in too many instances, I see buyer’s that have worked so hard to get the best deal only to give it all up with their financing.  This is a shame considering that mortgages are the easiest component to negotiate.  How do you keep this from happening to you?  Follow a few simple rules:

1.      Get at least 3 quotes.  Every person has a “financial” profile.  This…

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