December 2013 Monthly Market Report

December was a great month of gift giving and real estate!

Although our inventory in Perdido Key and Pensacola Beach may have dwindled the last couple of months, the number of properties sold this December held strong!   Perdido Key had 23 closings this month, a 15% increase since December 2012, while Pensacola Beach had 21 closings, a 75% increase.

There is no better gift than the gift of a new home just in time for the Holidays!

Visit our December 2013 Monthly Market Reports for additional information on Sold properties:

Hope you all enjoyed the Holiday Season!

Mardi Gras Season Kick Off

Mardi Gras is a very big deal here along the Gulf Coast of Florida and Alabama, and on Sunday, January 5, 2014, the party kicks off in beautiful downtown Pensacola!

While the big event may take place a few hours west in New Orleans, we know how to throw a good party right here in Pensacola. And, it’s even family friendly! If you own real estate in downtown Pensacola then you are undoubtedly familiar with 12th Night, the annual kickoff event, but if you happen to be new to the area, perhaps living in a Pensacola long term rental, or are considering a vacation in Pensacola Beach, this event may be a new experience for you.

Come out to downtown Pensacola, along Palafox Street, to get a sneak peek at this year’s floats and enjoy a celebration with the Krewe’s. You can even see this year’s crowned Kings and Queens! Come out early to this free event and don’t miss a moment of the action. The festivities kick off at 7:30PM.

What is Your New Year Resolution?

Every year, year after year, we all make resolutions to start the New Year off right.   We always hear others promise “to eat more vegetables” or “exercise at least 3 times a week.” How about a new kind of resolution, making time for you and your family to relax and enjoy the activities and shores of the gulf coast?

Let’s really start the year off right by dedicating some time, throughout the year, for you.  The communities along the Gulf Coast are passionate about their cities and all they have to offer including cultural attractions, beaches and water ways and local events. Come and enjoy the emerald shores, rolling waves and let’s start the New Year off with a breath of fresh air and some fun!

Our Rental team is here to make sure you enjoy every minute of your stay.

 Pointe South and start your New Year Resolution by choosing your Gulf Coast destination!

New Year’s on the Gulf Coast!

If you’re looking to have a little fun this New Year’s Eve, then head to the beaches of Northwest Florida and Coastal Alabama! Whether you own real estate here, or simply come spend a few days in a Pointe South vacation rental, you’re sure to have a blast when you attend our local events.

If you prefer to vacation in Pensacola Beach, you’re in luck! Pensacola is home to one of the most unique ball drops along the coast, the Pelican Drop. Gather in downtown Pensacola to enjoy live music, food and fun before the 10-foot crystal pelican counts down to midnight! On New Year’s Day, venture out from your vacation condo or home for the Polar Bear Plunge into the Santa Rosa Sound at Paradise Bar & Grill.

If you prefer to vacation on Alabama’s Gulf Coast, The Wharf is the place to be! Enjoy their annual street party, complete with live music, before the Marlin Drop and fireworks at midnight. Head back to the shores of Florida and the Flora-Bama Lounge on New Year’s Day for the Polar Bear Dip at noon and the traditional bowl of blackeyed peas!

Pointe South Expands to Gulf Shores

We are proud to announce that, through our partnership with Baleu Property Management, Pointe South Vacation Rentals now offers condos and beach homes along even more of Alabama’s Gulf Coast!

Pointe South Rentals now offers beautiful beach rentals in Gulf Shores, Fort Morgan, and Orange Beach, Alabama. After managing Perdido Key condos for 13 years and Orange Beach rentals since 2013, this expansion is very exciting! To better serve the guests of Pointe South Vacation Rentals, a new office will also be opening in Coastal Alabama. The doors to the new Orange Beach office location should open early in 2014!

For those who have not vacationed to Coastal Alabama, now is your chance! These shores are beautiful and offer the same clear green water and white sand beaches you’ve come to love about the Gulf Coast. While Fort Morgan is serene and perfect for relaxing, Gulf Shore is a terrific destination for family fun. Reserve your stay with Pointe South and experience Alabama’s Gulf Coast today!

Southern Family Christmas 2013

Pointe South is celebrating this holiday season with the gift of giving. Every year the Southern family gets together to rejoice,and this year, we had the opportunity to share with families in our own communities. Pointe South and Property Management Group adopted two families, one from the Wounded Warrior Project and the other from the Children’s Volunteer Health Network, to help make their Christmas wishes come true.

Our annual Christmas party was traditional, with holiday attire, hors d’ oeuvres, refreshments, and a photo booth. Mid-way through our celebration we all gathered to listen to the stories of the two families, their struggles and their dreams. With a silent room and a few tears, the music started and we all watched the videos of the 9 children and their parents opening their presents. The children were laughing, jumping and dancing with joy.  All of our tears were slowly replaced with smiles and the spirit of Christmas filled the room.

As the evening came to an end and we all headed back, we were leaving with more than we arrived with; the memories of those precious children and their loving parents, which we will keep with us forever.

Merry Christmas from Team Pointe South!

Property Manager of the Year!

We want to wish a very special congratulations to Tracy Jackson. While we have always known she was an awesome property manager, she was recently officially awarded Property Manager of the Year by the Pensacola Association of Realtors.

Tracy is the Operations Manager for Pointe South Residential Leasing which offers long-term home rentals in Navarre, Gulf Breeze, Pensacola and Perdido Key. She is a licensed real estate broker, but found her niche working in property management. She excels at working closely with her owners to help maximize their profits and, ultimately, the success of their investment properties here on the Gulf Coast. She is also a member of several property management associations, including the National Association of Residential Property Managers, and currently serves as the President of the Pensacola chapter of NARPM.

Tracy is not only a valued, knowledgeable and experienced property manager and member of the Pointe South family, but also a wonderful addition to our community. Tracy loves to attend local events and spend time with her three daughters. Congrats, again, Tracy! We are so proud!

Let our Real Estate Team Advertise for You!

The only way to sell your Pensacola Home or Perdido Key Condo is to let everyone know it is For Sale!  Passionate and motivated, our Realtors at Pointe South Real Estate Sales understand the importance of spreading the word and representing your property to the highest standard.  Advertising and representation is key and even though your property may be involved in an ad campaign, it may not be receiving all of the attention that it should.

We employ a year round multimedia approach to marketing and advertising in our Gulf Coast Communities.  We know through community involvement, affiliations and professionalism brings success for not only our team, but also for our owners and investors.  We want your property to shine!  Our Team’s presentation uses brilliant, high quality photos to show the true beauty of your property.  Our descriptions are complete and accurate letting potential buyers know exactly what your home has to offer physically and functionally.  And just as important, our Realtors are knowledgeable on the local market and our communities and ready to answer any questions.

With all of the pride we invest, we carry over our presentation, continuing to market your property through our website, the multiple listing service, Facebook, Twitter, and through targeted email and postcard campaigns.

Our advertising strategies at Team Pointe South are proven and successful and we want to advertise for you!

Runway Run 5K in Pensacola

Pointe South is a proud supporter of our local USO. That’s why we are very excited to be a part of the Runway Run 5K taking place in Pensacola this weekend.

Lace up your sneakers on Saturday, December 7, 2013 and get ready to run down the runway of the Pensacola International Airport. This event will not only showcase the new improvements to the airport but all proceeds will benefit the USO, which provides many wonderful services to our local service men and women. Whether you run, jog, walk or push a stroller, we invite everyone out! Those participating will receive a timed BIB, event t-shirt and a goody bag. Be sure to look out for your free swag from the Pointe South family of companies!

Registration is open up until race time. Register by the end of the day Friday to run for just $25! Race day registration is $35 and all kids 12 and under run for free. We will see you at the finish line.

Holiday Activities on the Gulf Coast

Whether you own real estate in Northwest Florida and Coastal Alabama or will just be visiting the area, you won’t want to miss out on the tons of family-fun that can be had along our shores this holiday season.

First up, ice skating. Yes, you read that correctly. If you live in or will be on vacation to Pensacola Beach, head in to the Pensacola Bay Center to experience ice skating on select dates. Or, if you happen to be in Perdido Key or Orange Beach, check out The Wharf. They will offer ice skating until January 12, 2014. It’s just $8 for two hours of skating and your skate rental. For $2 more, ride the famed ferris wheel!

You also won’t want to miss Santa’s arrival to our shores. See him as he comes to shore via the lighted boat parade in Pensacola Beach on December 7, 2013 or hang out behind the Flora-Bama Lounge to see Santa jump from his sleigh and parachute to shore for a day of music and fun on December 14, 2013.