Happy Holidays from Destin, Florida!

I hope everyone is enjoying still enjoying their holiday season. There are lots of people here, the stores have been jammed packed and traffic is heavy. It's warm here today...70! Earlier in the week it was rather chilly...in the 40s :) That's cold for this area...I'm originally from New York, so one would think I am used to the cold. Well, I moved to Atlanta in 1992 and then to Destin in 2004. So, being in the South for many years has changed that. My Grandma has lived in South Florida since I can remember. While growing up in NY, I would ask her about the weather (in winter time) and she would say "It's cold in Florida". At the time, it would be zero in NY and in the 50s or 60s in Florida...yea right Gram, it's not cold. :) After all those years of her saying that to me I finally understand what she meant!!!

 

Destin is located in the Florida Panhandle, pretty much in the middle. Pensacola is to our West and Panama City is to our East. It truly is the best kept secret about Florida. If you have never been, you really need to visit. Many visitors, who have travelled all over the world, can not believe how gorgeous it is here...the most beautiful beaches in the country...white sand and emerald green waters. Check this out...

 

 

I will, of course be talking about the real estate market as it pertains to my area, posting different opportunities, and also discussing how Realtors can get lots of real estate referrals. If you have a specific question, drop me an email and I will post your question along with my answer. Any question you have, I'm sure others are wondering the same.

 

My Real Estate Partner, Wanda Duke, and I have had a fabulous year. I know that sounds odd, however it is the truth (and I only speak the truth). 2006 was a good year and we sold double this year. It is truly amazing how many Realtors just want the easy money and don't want to work. I came to Florida at the end of the boom. As a Realtor, I did not make the easy money like others. Those are the ones complaining. Wanda and I don't mind working hard, we answer our phones and yes, we even return phone calls!! You can not imagine how many Realtors don't answer their phone and I have to "chase" them down to show their property.

 

I look forward to sharing information and getting to know my readers. Next year is around the corner and everything will be great in 2008!!!

 

Best wishes for a very happy new year!

Debbie James