Real Estate Market Highlights

News Alert for Buyers and Sellers along the Gulf Coast!

RESIDENTIAL MARKET HIGHLIGHTS – JULY 2019

According to the Pensacola Associations of Realtors, Inc.

  • JULY Average Sold Price $256,604 with 2330 Homes on the Market
  • JULY Homes on the Market 2330
  • JULY Homes SOLD in the month 958
  • JULY Combined Days on Market Averaged 55 – which is 13 days less then this time last year
  • JULY Sales were up 10% compared to July 2018

With such good news, you may be considering your options.  Whether you are thinking of buying or selling, the real estate market is continuing to run hot.  The market is considered to be solid.

Pointe South has shared some best buys on the beach for your review.

Please know we are always ready to serve you, your family and friends, answer any questions or run a free market report for your home or condo.

The Pointe South “Why” for our Team

The Pointe South “Why” – why do we do what we do and it starts with our Broker, Susan Carleton.

What purpose do you fulfill by doing what you do?  What is the reason for which you do things?

To make the MOST out of everything you do, you need to know exactly why you do the things you get engaged with.

Real Estate sales transactions are intricate, have difficulties, challenges, include many vendors and a host of people working on ONE transaction and if you are an active sales agent or Broker, you are juggling multiple tasks in unison at once.

This is exactly the reason you need a WHY? There are lots of real estate agents in the field and people often ask if you really need a real estate agent or Realtor to assist? The answer is absolutely YES!

You wouldn’t allow just anyone but the BEST when you need medical attention or needs – the same is true when working with a professional with experience in real estate and knowing their “why”.  There is a statement that is used in life, that you are “a Jack of all trades; master of none”. You will have less than an extraordinary experience by working with an agent that lives that way.  Pointe South Real Estate Sales, Broker, Susan Carleton and her sales team of agents are Masters of One Field, Real Estate in Florida and Coastal Alabama.

Life is too short to have mishaps in a field where your purchasing or selling one of the largest financial investments of your lifetime and it is personal.  -SRES Client, shared her personal experience. *****5 STARS  “I’m generally not one to rave, but Susan and her team deserve a RAVE REVIEW! Saying you will go “above and beyond” and doing it are two different things.  Susan worked above and beyond in every aspect of listing and quickly selling our primary home, which we had spent several years and therefore had quite an emotional attachment.  The house was one of the nicest/largest homes and hence well above market of others in the area.  Susan was honest and direct while still being supportive and encouraging.  I truly feel that we could not have achieved the result we did with another realtor and team….

A full price offer which closed within 3 weeks of the offer is exceptional and I heartily recommend Susan and her team at Pointe South Real Estate Sales”.

Pointe South’s selling strategy is imperative, focused on target marketing, utilizing extensive search engine techniques and requires a team who is focused on all the details.  Executing our “WHY” daily to have results, recommendations and referrals from our customers is our “WHY”!

At the end of the day, developing a successful real estate business that starts with our leadership from Pointe South’s Broker, Susan Carleton, takes effort and time.  SRES strategies are worth all our efforts.  Success does not come from random acts of work without planning; instead it comes from developing and following a plan and always helping people first!

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New Construction, Existing Home, Condo, Investment or 2nd Home – that’s the question

New Construction, Existing Home, Condo, Investment, or Family Vacation Home: Some questions need answers

When you move or invest in NW Florida or Coastal Alabama, you have some decisions to make. Some questions need answers.

Will you move downtown, Pensacola, neighborhood, beach home or condo? Will you choose Pensacola, Perdido Key, Gulf Breeze, Orange Beach or Gulf Shores, Alabama?

And, of course, budget, HOA fees, taxes, and if an investment property, what’s the rental potential or projection?

Each of these decisions comes down to personal preferences and Pointe South Real Estate Sales Agents listen to your needs and wants. But, one step further, Pointe South Real Estate Sales is a custom boutique brokerage that allows you one stop shopping. Something like a big box department store where you can have all your needs taken care of under one umbrella providing the best customer service and a seamless transition and support to you.

Our team understands the process of real estate and will advise you the best route for your needs, working with our Residential Leasing team; Pointe South’s extensive knowledge of each industry gives you, our customer, the edge and the best service.

So, now what!

Once you identify and answer the initial questions or if you need assistance of a team to work through those questions, we are always available to you.

START HERE !  Click below to connect with us.

Pointe South | [email protected] | call  850.492.1148

Inquire or Preview Available Properties at  ForSaleontheGulfCoast.com

Coming or Going – It’s Time to Plan for Coastal Fun

Whether you are selling a property or buying/investing in the Gulf Coast area, your 2 most valuable assets are FAMILY and HOME and we serve them both.

The Pointe South Team helps buyers and sellers every day and we are always available to assist you, but first before we hit the road looking and planning, we need to plan some time to enjoy the plethora of local events along the Gulf Coast.

NW Florida and Coastal Alabama is Chuck full of event line-ups! The area brings people together to enjoy being together. We welcome you and know it’s time to plan some fun with live music, festivals, sports – celebrations that all folks enjoy make this area even more special from Destin, Pensacola Beach, to Perdido Key and Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. These areas have beach front properties that are affordable and exclusive to the Million Dollar Penthouses, Executive Homes, Pool Homes, Condos, Town Homes or Single Family Homes to raise the family, Farm Life, Beach Life, quaint downtown Life; we call it HOME LIFE.

From live music and night life events in Pensacola Beach, major head line music tours singing loud and proud in Pensacola Arena or The Wharf Amphitheatre in Orange Beach, sports fun with the Blue Wahoos Baseball team, organized races and family races, paddle boarding and bike fun. If that isn’t your thing, how about all the exquisite food and drink flavors from Greek, Smokin BBQ in the Square, Emerald Coast Beer and Seafood Festivals your belly is full with home town hospitality and good eats.

For the Art enthusiast, the Gulf Coast has tremendously talented artists on display at local markets, shows, and even exceptional performing arts shows at the theatre, designers, and Broadway events, comedy fun, and local rising artists playing at Vinyl downtown venue and fun street bands. Having fun here is easy. No Exceptions! Ladies nights, Street Parades, Good Eats, Sports, Fishing, did I mention Sugar Sand Beaches and U.S. Navy Blue Angels Air Shows and that is just a few of the tops.

It’s always fun to visit, even better to play, stay and invest. Pointe South draws upon decades of real estate expertise in the area, in the events, in it all and we offer an asset-based approach to your NW Florida or Coastal Alabama real estate options – licensed in Florida and Alabama because we know your most 2 valuable assets are YOUR FAMILY and YOUR HOME – We Serve them both.
Destination – HOME!

Real Estate in Bloom

SPRING FLING is happening and the Panhandle is in BLOOM with real estate opportunities!

With miles of sugar white sand beaches and emerald green waters, the Gulf Coast of Florida and Alabama are popular destinations for vacations, investing and permanent residence.

Before you jump in and start looking at properties, ask yourself a few questions to prepare this exciting phase. It’s a big decision and our real estate team can help.

1. Rank what’s important to you.

We have condos, single family homes, apartments, duplexes and lots of options, but only you can answer what makes sense for you.

2. What’s it all going to cost?

With a little planning and talking with a lender, we can answer this question, configure a budget, itemize down payment, calculate the expenses and suggest options. Working with an expert who knows, will eliminate a lot of stress and that is exactly why our team is here to assist. Even if you have just started browsing or thinking of the purchase in the future, planning and working together is paramount. For both the agent and you.

Additionally, a lender can also share with you different types of loans available, help work on credit to buy your dream home and advise your real estate agent programs that support you! Your loan officer and agent will work to help you prepare and when the time is right, pre-approve your loan so when you start to look at homes with your agent and see the perfect home, you are ready. No stress! You are ready to make an offer. And as your real estate team continues to communicate through the process, all are prepared and this is where your real estate agent is most valuable to you. To help guide, research homes and different properties and how long they have been on the market. As your agent, we negotiate the very best for you, prepare the offer and negotiate the deal so you walk away with keys in hand excited on the best deal and the future memories you will make!

Pensacola and surrounding area market to include Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, Alabama has properties for investing, second home purchase, relocating, and retirement and all on the prettiest beaches with plenty of activities, entertainment, lower cost of living and inviting weather.

At Pointe South, we can answer your questions with confidence, with knowledge and start your property search today of all budgets. Buying and Selling a property can be overwhelming, but not with us. YOU are our TOP PRIORITY. Feel free to contact us.

Call | Text 850.492.1148 or Email | [email protected]

Building on your Reputation

When it comes to helping homes buyers, your name matters. That is why we stake our reputation on helping you enhance yours.  All our customers, whether buying or selling, are provided a clear journey and an inspired path where your dreams come true!  That is how reputation is built at Pointe South Real Estate Sales.  One Exceptional Experience at a time.

Pointe South is a full-service real estate brokerage firm serving the Gulf Coast of Florida and southern Alabama; which covers Pensacola, Gulf Breeze, Perdido Key, Orange Beach, Gulf Shores and team coverage to Destin and Fairhope.

Pointe South Agents offer relocation counsel, personal attention and market expertise to all of our customers, family and friends. Our team specializes in the marketing of premiere residence in condominiums and single family homes in Florida and Alabama including new construction.

We want to be the first to WELCOME YOU and assist you with your real estate needs. We understand! We live here with the sugar white sands, temperatures averaging 60 degrees, even in the winter – many want to invest, retire, or relocate permanently. Your Pointe South Team has you covered. Our goal is to add value to every customers transaction by helping each and every customer to get the information they need to make the best decision for your situation. We are Pointe South and our Mission is: To Be the Most Caring Company along the Gulf Coast.

We have a close team that works together in every aspect of your need and we want you to experience the Pointe South difference!

Achievements of 2018

Humbled & Proud

As 2018 comes to a close, we want to say thank you for being a part of the Pointe South Family. We’re so excited to continue partnering with you, your family and friends for all your real estate needs.

VISIT us at ForSaleontheGulfCoast.com

Together we can collaborate on your next real estate endeavor.

Choosing a team with a proven track record is paramount and your Pointe South Real Estate Sales Team is your team.

Over the years, our agents have worked to provide buyers and sellers in Northwest Florida and Coastal Alabama with unparalleled customer service that is built on a foundation of professionalism, drive, experience, education and dedication.

Under the direction of Owner/Broker, Susan Carleton, the Pointe South Real Estate Sales Team has had a record year with

217 Closings = $57,906,967 Sales Volume

With such experience brings great success and a proven track record. Pointe South Agents are trusted real estate experts to help you find or sell your property.

Thanks & Giving !

Thanksgiving, like many of the holidays around this time of the year, is time to reflect and remain thankful for what you have. We take the time to appreciate the friends and family that we are surrounded by, as they are the most important to us all. These days of thanks we reflect on the challenges and focus our attention on what really matters. Share your joy and peace.

In the midst of celebrating Thanksgiving, real estate agents, entrepreneurs, business owners and co-workers alike need to build and establish our relationships in one another and give thanks to all of our clients and customers. With out them we would not be successful. Pointe South Real Estate Sales extends this thankful greeting to all of our customers. We appreciate you, your friends and family that you entrust and refer us too.

We are thinking of you all and our entire team. Building our rapport is imperative. This simple gesture is not enough to share the impact that you have on our lives and we hope we reciprocate to you as well. The Pointe South Real Estate Team works extremely hard to provide the absolute best service to all of our customers and we are grateful to you. We aim high for our clients, customers and prospects. We strive to be your choice when in need of any real estate needs. The entire season is ripe with opportunity to take advantage to share and care. With Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years before us, we focus on the positive atmosphere of life and business generating professionalism, knowledge, experience, market awareness and building on our desire to provide you with the exceptional service you deserve.

OUR MISSION: To exceed our Customers’ and Owners’ expectations by providing the highest quality experience and service along the Gulf Coast.

OUR VISION: to be the most caring company along the Gulf Coast.
These are our CORE Values. The team is strongly committed to helping you achieve your dreams of playing, staying and investing along the Gulf Coast.

Many THANKS to you all !

4 Reasons Why We Buy a HOME !

REALLY REAL 4 Reasons Why We Buy a HOME!

We often talk about why it makes financial sense to buy a home, but more often than not, the emotional reasons are the more powerful or compelling ones.

No matter what shape or size your living space is, the concept and feeling of home can mean different things to different people. Whether it’s a certain scent or a favorite chair, the emotional reasons why we choose to buy our own homes are typically more important to us than the financial ones. However, the financial security is also an important factor for a good investment.

1. Your HOME sweet HOME offers you the stability to start and raise a family.
Between the best neighborhood and the best school districts, even buyers without children at the time of purchase may have these thoughts in mind for choosing the location that they are looking to buy. First Time Home Buyers with hopes of a growing gamily along the Gulf Coast, the commute to work influences your location, Amenities in a community, or the driving time to your hobbies whether it’s boating or beaching here on the Gulf Coast all are factors.

2. There is NO Place Like HOME.
Owning your own home offers you the safety of your own space, the security of where your family is or will be and the comfort of your place of rest is relaxing.

3. More Space for you and your Family.
Whether you are expanding your family, moving with family or welcoming a family member who will be staying with you, the space within your HOME will all be considered when buying your HOME. It is important that the space works for you or that you can make the space work for you. Interior and exterior of the home.

4. HOME style, renovations and updates are all yours to consider.
You can now consider the DIY room make over or new paint or adopting the pet without extra pet deposits. Owning your own HOME gives you much more freedom to create your style in your HOME and warmth and welcoming of others or not! It’s entirely up to you.

The bottom line is whether you are a first-time home buyer, a VA buyer, a move-up buyer or downsizing buyer or beachfront buyer or condo buyer or investment buyer, this is a new chapter and an exciting one. It is a great time to reflect on all your options, speak and work with the Southern Real Estate Sales Expert Team and professionals in the industry. Buying a home is the one of the largest investments in a persons or families life and having a helping hand is necessary.

With over 20+ years working along the Gulf Coast from Pensacola Beach, Florida to Orange Beach, Alabama and all areas in between, you need to have your questions answered and Southern is just that team. We are genuinely here to assist with your Real Estate needs.

Contact Southern Real Estate Sales at 850.492.1148 | Pointesouth.com | [email protected]

Hello Autumn !

HELLO AUTUMN !

The days are getting shorter. Summer is quickly coming to a close and fall and winter will be here soon, yes even in Florida. It is a good time of year to do a pulse check on your home from the inside out. Here are some quick fall cleaning tips to get you ready for the upcoming seasons:

EXTERIOR TIPS:

1. Inspect all external doors including garage doors. Make sure they close tightly. Install weather-stripping or door thresholds if needed.
2. Wash Exterior & Interior Windows.
3. Check and Clean Gutters and downspouts. Make sure all drainage area are unblocked of debris.
4. Perform a maintenance check-up on your Heating and Air Conditioning system. Filters should be changed monthly. Dirty Filters can strain your HVAC system and possibly your pocketbook.
5. Lower humidity and cooler temperatures make it the perfect time to paint the exterior of your home.

INTERIOR TIPS:

1. Focus on your main living areas like your family room, kitchen, entry way, guest bath. These are considered the high traffic areas needing your attention first. Work on one room at a time.
2. Start from the top to bottom in each room. Clean door frames, window sills, ceiling fan blades, cabinet tops, etc. Vacuum drapes, window treatments and upholstered furniture. Move furniture and vacuum beneath and behind it. Don’t forget to also vacuum al baseboards an corners.
3. Have your carpets/area rugs professionally cleaned.
4. Turn mattresses over front to back and clean all bedding including: mattress pads, pillow duvets, blankets and comforters.
5. Get your kitchen ready for the holidays. Organize cabinets and pantry. Clear your counters of any appliances you do not use on a daily basis. Wipe down the cabinets and clean the refrigerator inside and out. Don’t forget to vacuum behind it.

Helpful tips and assistance are always available from your Pointe South Real Estate Sales Team.  We help people buy and sell real estate every day and we available to help you as well.  Contact us for other home tips and best selling or buying practices.  You need an expert on your side and Pointe South is your expert at hand.

www.pointesouth.com | 850.492.1148 | [email protected]

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