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By Doug Rogers, Your Real Estate Resource!
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties)
Places To Eat Around Destin Florida- Old Bay SteamerSearching for some GREAT seafood around Destin Florida? If so, you should give Old Bay Steamer a try! While located in Fort Walton Beach, this seafood restaurant is in close driving distance to all points around Destin. Old Bay Steamer features high quality foods without the snooty vibes that often accompany such restaurants. We were greeted by a friendly host and immediately brought to our table. During peak season I would suggest going early to avoid an extended wait. Our server was knowledgeable and had the patience of a saint (we had a last minute guest arrive twenty minutes late). Now about that menu...No, this won't be some lame "salad only" restaurant review. In the immortal words of Homer Simpson, "you don't win friends with sa...
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By John Moran, For Your Place At The Beach
(Keller Williams Realty's At The Beach Team)
Search Inventory of All  Beach Front Condos For Sale   Listing Details-South Beach  Condo- 776 Sundial Court Unit 401, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548Price: $466,900.00MLS number: 759631Bedrooms: 2Bathrooms: 2.5Square Footage: 1,547Call John Moran (850)217-7618 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing. Gulf Front- Beach Living At It's Finest- A warm Gulf breeze awaits you at this amazing South Beach condo - located on highly desired Okaloosa Island - low density building with only 9 total condos! This END location condo has a Gulf front master suite, king sized guest suite with Gulf views plus a bunk room and offers side windows for more great views...all that plus a seasoned rental history with many repeat guests on a self- managed rental program with a long list of...
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By Karen Butler, Eglin AFB/ Fort Walton Beach /Destin Relocation
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties)
 Homeowners affected by the recent deluge of rains that have submerged huge areas of Louisiana have been offered some interim options for relief. Fannie Mae’s guidelines for single-family mortgages allow servicers to temporarily suspend or reduce a homeowner's mortgage payments for up to 90 days, if they believe a natural disaster has:                   adversely affected the value   or          habitability of the property   or          if the natural disaster has temporarily impacted the homeowner's ability to make payments on their mortgage Mortgage lenders/servicers may grant relief even if they cannot contact the impacted homeowner immediately. If a homeowner can be contacted, the servicer may offer forbearance for up to 6 months, which may be extended for an additional 6 months, f...
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By Brandon Jordan
(ERA American Real Estate)
758533 - Residential  Attached Single Unit - Active       $69,950   Office File #: 43509 Address: 110-C SKINNER Circle C, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547 County: Okaloosa Area: 12 - Fort Walton Beach Sub Area: 1206 - Ocean City Project Name/Subdivision: OCEAN CITY T/H Zoning: Resid Multi-Family Parcel ID: 01-2S-24-0000-0071-000C Elementary School: Shalimar Middle School: Pryor High School: Choctawhatchee Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 1,188 Price/SqFt: $58.88 Bedrooms: 2 Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 1 Half Baths: 1 Design: Townhome # Stories: 2                 Year Built: 1983 Occupancy Status: Vacant Immediate Occupancy: Yes Construction Status: Construction Complete     SqFt Source: County PA Records Pool: No Pool Type: None Directions: From Eglin Pkwy, turn west on South Ave; right on Taylor, righ...
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By John Moran, For Your Place At The Beach
(Keller Williams Realty's At The Beach Team)
Veranda Condo Unit 201 - 462 Abalone Court Unit 201, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548Veranda Condo462 Abalone Court Unit 201Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 1 Bedrooms | 1 Bathrooms | 765 Sq. Ft. For more details surrounding the sale of this condo please contact the following: John Moran, Realtor/Listing Specialist  Keller Williams Realty Emerald Coast36008 Emerald Coast Parkway, Suite 201Destin, FL 32541Destin - South Walton County - Navarre BeachE-Mail: JohnMoran@AtTheBeachTeam.com Website: www.AtTheBeachTeam.comJohn MoranOffice: 850-654-3325Mobile: 850-217-7618Fax: 800-654-2959Click here to see All Gulf Front Condos For Sale!
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By John Moran, For Your Place At The Beach
(Keller Williams Realty's At The Beach Team)
Search Inventory of All Waterscape Condos For Sale   Listing Details-Waterscape Condo- 1110 Santa Rosa Boulevard, Unit B507, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548Price: $415,000.00MLS number: 757357Bedrooms: 2Bathrooms: 2.5Square Footage: 1292Call Courtney Moher (614) 218-0137 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing. Gulf Views/ End Unit Condo- Beach Living At It's Finest- AMAZING opportunity to own a unique condo at Waterscape where there are only a handful just like it with views of the Gulf of Mexico! Enjoy an END unit with privacy all around that is located only 4 stacks back from the beach inside a coveted indoor hall. New beautiful hardwood floors and fresh paint are throughout this gorgeous 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath, condo with BUNKS!The gourmet kitchen has beautiful cab...
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By John Moran, For Your Place At The Beach
(Keller Williams Realty's At The Beach Team)
Search Inventory of All Seacrest Condos For Sale   Listing Details-Seacrest Condo, Unit #313 - 895 Santa Rosa Blvd, Unit #313, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32541Price: $209,000.00MLS number: 755307Bedrooms: 2Bathrooms: 2Square Footage: 894Call Courtney Moher (614) 218-0137 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing. Taste of Paraise - Partial Gulf ViewsThe beach getaway you've been dreaming of... a 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo at Okaloosa Island's favorite, Seacrest Condos -complete with seaside inspired interiors and partial gulf views. Sunshine and warm gulf breezes from the balcony with easy access out your door to the beach! Easily sleeps 6 with a king size master bed, queen bed in the second bedroom, and a queen sized sofa sleeper. The spacious kitchen is fully stocked an...
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By John Moran, For Your Place At The Beach
(Keller Williams Realty's At The Beach Team)
Azure Condo 520 - 1150 Santa Rosa Blvd. 520, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548Azure Condo1150 Santa Rosa Blvd. 520Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 1390 Sq. Ft. For more details surrounding the sale of this condo please contact the following: John Moran, Realtor/Listing Specialist  Keller Williams Realty Emerald Coast36008 Emerald Coast Parkway, Suite 201Destin, FL 32541Destin - South Walton County - Navarre BeachE-Mail: JohnMoran@AtTheBeachTeam.com Website: www.AtTheBeachTeam.comJohn MoranOffice: 850-654-3325Mobile: 850-217-7618Fax: 800-654-2959Click here to see All Azure Condos For Sale!
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755527 - Residential  Condominium - Pending       $56,500   Office File #: 43302 Address: 308 SW MIRACLE STRIP Parkway 1A, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 County: Okaloosa Area: 12 - Fort Walton Beach Sub Area: 1203 - West Fort Walton Beach Project Name/Subdivision: FOUNTAINHEAD CONDO Zoning:   Parcel ID: 23-2S-24-0962-0000-001A Elementary School: Edwins Middle School: Bruner High School: Fort Walton Beach Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 828 Price/SqFt: $68.24 Bedrooms: 2 Total Baths: 1 Full Baths: 1 Half Baths:   Design: N/A # Stories: 1     Units Above Ground: 2 Stories in Building: 2 Stories In Unit: 2 Year Built: 1974 Occupancy Status: Vacant Immediate Occupancy: Yes Construction Status: Construction Complete     SqFt Source: County PA Records Pool: Yes Pool Type: Community Directions: From Mira...
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By John Moran, For Your Place At The Beach
(Keller Williams Realty's At The Beach Team)
Search Current Inventory of All Azure Condo's For Sale Listing DetailsAzure 421- 1150 SANTA ROSA Boulevard UNIT 421, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548Price: $435,000MLS number: 755016 Bedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 2Square Footage: 1390Call John Moran at 850-217-7618 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing. Azure Condo- Coastal Luxe Living At It's FinestCoastal luxe living at its finest in this 2nd stack coastline view 3 bedroom condo at Azure. Upgrades include new wood floors throughout living areas and master suite, stainless steel appliances, granite counters, beautiful furnishings and a large balcony to soak in all the views. The Master Suite is Gulf front and has balcony access plus a spa-like bath with jacuzzi tub, separate shower and his/her closets. Imagine one of the ...
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By Karen Butler, Eglin AFB/ Fort Walton Beach /Destin Relocation
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties)
A Suspicious Activity Report or SAR when used in the context of Real Estate is often in reference to money laundering! A 10 year study of Suspicious Activity Reports showed that 20% of residential real-estate transactions flagged as suspicious contained evidence of money-laundering. This report focuses on certain trends in the reporting of suspicious activity in key businesses and professions in the real estate sector. The report also provides summaries of SARs that were reviewed for this study as will as providing a range of examples of activities and transactions that may be indicative of money laundering and associated illicit financial activity.  Here is a table showing the largest set of  SAR filings by category and it's breakdown.  Looks like property management is an ideal opport...
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By Captain Wayne - Rowlett Real Estate School, Rowlett Real Estate School / Owner and Instructor
(Rowlett Real Estate School)
Wild Willy's Adventure Zone 1306 Miracle Strip Parkway, Fort Walton Beach , FL 32548850-400-3300www.wwazone.comwww.youtube.com/watch?v=ty3btLa8N-I Wild Willy's Adventure Zone features a 16,000 square foot indoor arcade, 2 putt putt golf courses, 60 foot ropes course, 4D Movie Theater, Laser Maze, Ptero Jump, and Inflatable Zone.  Also located at Wild Willy's are Salvati's Pizza Factory and Yogo Mogo's.   Visit Website
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By Olympus Executive Realty Inc., Home Of The Top Producers
(Olympus Executive Realty INC.)
FORT WALTON BEACH HOTELS, MOTELS & RESORTS FOR SALE IN FORT WALTON BEACH FL. PLEASE INQUIRE FOR CURRENT STATUS!Contact Kate or Vick,Your Hotel, Motel & Resort Specialist(407)230-7807 / (407)865-2840InvestmentAcquisitions@gmail.com PLEASE CALL FOR CURRENT & UPDATED INFORMATION ON WHAT IS AVAILABLE IN FORT WALTON BEACHAre you looking looking for Hotels, Motels & Resorts to add to your local or Global investment portfolio?   We can represent you in acquistion of any  hotel, motel & resort property in the U.S.Bankrupt Properties / Bank Managed Properties / Regular Sale/ Broken Asset.Proper representation is paramount during the procurement process. Contact a specialist familiar with the fundamental knowledge of the hotel / motel / resort world.The foundation of our asset acquisition procure...
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By Captain Wayne - Rowlett Real Estate School, Rowlett Real Estate School / Owner and Instructor
(Rowlett Real Estate School)
Welcome to Goofy Golf Goofy Golf in Fort Walton Beach, FL. has been operating since 1958. For the last 50+ years, families and friends have enjoyed the fun and "goofy" atmosphere of our miniature golf course. They have 2 courses that have 17 holes each. The 18th hole is the "Snakes Mouth", and is shared by both courses. Visit our famous T-Rex that you see to the right on our website.  His name is "Hammy". He has been with Goofy Golf since the very beginning, and, after a brief makeover, stands proudly at 23 feet tall! So what are you waiting for? Bring the whole family and experience Goofy Golf once again.
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By Captain Wayne - Rowlett Real Estate School, Rowlett Real Estate School / Owner and Instructor
(Rowlett Real Estate School)
Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park Don't forget to visit the Gulfaruim Marine Park this summer.  This is something the entrie family will enjoy.   1010 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Ft. Walton Beach 32548850-243-9046www.gulfarium.cominfo@gulfarium.com   Come snorkel with stingrays and sharks, feed penguins and watch otters play at Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park. Featuring dolphin and sea lion shows, the marine park is also home to seals, turtles, alligators, harbor seals and more. Become a VIP trainer and work side-by-side with the staff to learn what it takes to train and care for marine mammals. Don't leave without getting a kiss from a harbor seal.
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By Karen Butler, Eglin AFB/ Fort Walton Beach /Destin Relocation
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties)
So here is the scenario: You are buying a house for 177,000 and your funding  fee for 2nd time use of your VA Eligibility will cost 3.3% of the purchase price, so that’s an additional $5840 you are rolling that funding fee into the loan. That makes the loan $182,840, more than the contract price! But house appraised today for only $180,000!   Will you be approved if the loan amount is greater than the appraisal even though the actual “sales price” is less than the appraisal?Actually a really good question,that many people may be wondering. So what you need to know is the bank won’t give a loan for more than what the property appraises for.  But your VA funding fee is not a part of that appraisal value, whether it’s your first, 2nd or more use.  It’s actually a VA allowable fee added on ...
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By Karen Butler, Eglin AFB/ Fort Walton Beach /Destin Relocation
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties)
We have all been in these situations more than once.  If this isn't the funniest thing, I came across this video and had to share.  It will be okay to LOL and to talk to the screen as you are watching this, because you already know the words...http://lightersideofrealestate.com/real-estate-humor/what-real-life-would-look-like-if-email-were-real-life
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By Karen Butler, Eglin AFB/ Fort Walton Beach /Destin Relocation
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties)
Yeah Not!!Well, at least that's what the Mortgage Broker said in a recent blog post about banks not offering or advertising the best rates.  I'm gonna go with "I disagree for $200 Bob"If you are a first time home buyer, and happen to meet Before you are referred to a tried and true list of lenders by your you may be lured into a false sense of   and "of course I know what I'm doing". And the sound of "it's only 2% doesn't sound bad.  Borrower beware, that's 2% of a $200,000 home. Yes that's $4000 of what you were saving to use towards your house, has now been promised to "you know who" for doing something you can do... pick up the phone.It doesn't go towards the downpayment or closing costs, just in "you know who's pocket"  AND to add insult to injury you will still have to the lenders ...
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By Karen Butler, Eglin AFB/ Fort Walton Beach /Destin Relocation
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties)
 Realtors might generally agree that TUESDAY’s are the best day of the week to begin the buying process. Why Tuesday? Think about the other days for a moment, and what you are normally doing... As everyone is settling back into their work-week routine, they are better able to focus once their weeks schedule is in place.  Additionally, making the offer on a Tuesday allows for several days of negotiating before people get into weekend mode, and then you are faced with the anguish of waiting for an answer to your offer over the weekend and into the following week.  (Which also puts your offer at risk by allowing other offers to come in over the weekend).  Can you feel the knot in your stomach?So I look forward to hearing from you on Tuesday!
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By Karen Butler, Eglin AFB/ Fort Walton Beach /Destin Relocation
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties)
Many people may not be aware of all of the benefits provided for our Veterans.  I'll admit, as a Veteran myself,  I don't know either.  A new update was recently posted regarding healthcare, so I thought as we recently observed Memorial Day I would share this important update with you.  The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) medical centers can give the Veteran's care-giver (family member or friend) a "break" by taking over the Veteran's care for a limited time, similar to Hospice, but is called "Respite Care" and VA medical centers may provide respite care to an eligible Veteran for up to 30 days in a calendar year. Respite care is part of the Military Medical Benefits Package. Families and patients who are in need of respite care in excess of 30 days because of unforeseen difficultie...
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By Karen Butler, Eglin AFB/ Fort Walton Beach /Destin Relocation
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties)
If you are considering drawing any money from your Roth IRA to buy your first home, will you have to pay it back before retirement? If you said NO.... you would be CORRECT   That's right, "Nothing has to be repaid" (my caveat here is "as of this writing"). But yes, All your contributions can come out of a Roth at any time for your "first home", tax and penalty free.   Special First Time Home Buyer Clause-- states that a first time home buyer can withdraw funds from a Roth IRA under the following conditions: the account has been open for 5 years you withdraw $10,000 or less to purchase a home the funds are used directly toward home acquisition (down payment, closing costs, etc.) (not for new furniture)   But what if you aren't a first time home buyer? What if you want to withdraw more t...
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