As spring approaches and we get to enjoy the first warm days of the year, I feel enthusiasm build as I anticipate the activities that have been stowed away for the last few months. Long sunset walks on the beach seem so much more enjoyable barefoot. Watching the endless stream of fishing boats cruising the second sandbar for cobia is an annual sign that my favorite time of the year is upon us.
With water temperatures rising daily the need for full wet suits give way to shorties and finally, thankfully to bathing suits. Wine festivals, outdoor concerts and firework displays are just several of the seemingly nightly events available as the season turns.
This excitement is evident in the real estate market as well. Activity is increasing as prospective buyers look for ways to enjoy Destin not only in the spring, but more as a way of life. The Emerald Coast currently offers many opportunities for those people who need options to diversify their portfolios. With the current state of the economy, purchasing a second home for a long term hold (minimum five years), opens doors for a more financially sound investment plus the added value of using your home for memorable family vacations.
Lucy Ballenger, REALTOR
lucy@eimersgroup.com
850-837-8880 Office | 850-830-3234 Cell
