Navigating the quieter months as a property owner can be a challenge, especially considering the bustling peak season along 30A typically extends from May to October.However, fear not! Even during these quieter periods, there are effective strategies to keep your vacation rental home in the spotlight.Let's explore proven methods to ensure your property remains a sought-after destination year-round.Run...
A smart home. A convenient home. Your home. A ‘connected’ smart home makes your life easier. Control appliances from anywhere in the world! Your home system can be as simple as a thermostat that allows you to adjust your temperature from afar, or as complex as a network of sensors, cameras, and alarms. Smart homes automate mundane tasks. For example, a smart thermostat can learn your preferences and...
Excited about your vacation rental? Let’s stock your kitchen. Vacation rentals are great investment opportunities, as you can charge higher rates and maximize profits in the right areas. That's why the vacation rental industry is expected to see a 5.5% CAGR through 2030. However, vacation rentals come with some unique challenges, as guests will not bring all of their belongings with them. Fortunately,...
Owning a Grayton Beach home. Sounds like paradise, doesn’t it? Do you know where the beaches of 30A get their magical quality from? The sand is made of white quartz from the Appalachian Mountains. However, it's not just the sand that draws in visitors from all over the country to this stunning area of Florida. For your next vacation home or real estate investment, you can't go wrong with Grayton...
Sell your home. In a competitive real estate market. Financial experts predict a somewhat unstable national housing market throughout 2023. In Florida, we already saw a shift from 2021 to 2022, with an increase in the median time to sell by at least 40%. However, most analysts still believe demand from homebuyers will continue to be strong. For eager North Florida homeowners looking to sell their homes,...
How stunning is Alys Beach? It recently caught the eye of Architectural Digest and several other magazines for its architectural ingenuity, luxury amenities, and unique lifestyle offerings.The perfect beaches and ideal weather make up for the higher home prices. And there's no shortage of things to do in the area, from restaurants and bars to shopping and a variety of activities.What’s special about Alys...
Get rid of clutter.Staging your home prepares it for sale and greatly improves its appeal. Those that come to see your home can judge it easier when there are fewer distractions. Clutter can pile up quickly, and you may not even notice it's there after a while, but an interested home buyer will.Removing clutter may take time. Regardless, this step is vital.A clutter-free home looks more spacious, clean,...
Every year, the real estate sales and brokerage services industry generates more than $225 billion in revenue. Wow. If you’re interested in buying a vacation home, you’re in good company. The vast majority of people who want to buy a vacation home do so by securing a mortgage loan. However, qualifying for a mortgage on a vacation home can sometimes require certain financial preparations. In many...
You'll have a second home in a place you love. Need a change of pace? Looking for the next chapter in your life? Well, a second home, especially a seaside house, is a great way to change the scenery, especially for those working from home. Perhaps you rent it out half the year and live in it the other half. The options for owning a beach home are exciting and endless. Experience incredible...
Buying a fixer-upper? Or a move-in ready home?If you're looking to invest in a home, you may be having a tough time considering your options. Buying a move-in ready home has its benefits, but there’s also a lot to be said for fixer-uppers. If you've got the imagination and know-how, the thought of strapping on your tool belt might have you raring to go. If you’d rather not get your hands dirty and...