The Destin Florida Blog

It’s not unusual to set goals with time constraints, you know? We’ve all had the experience of starting a project that needs to be completed by a certain date. We have deadlines at work, home improvement projects to wrap up before the weather changes, passport renewal paperwork screaming to be submitted… The list goes on … First Home: An Emerald Coast Story

As a realtor in the Destin area, you might be shocked by my *hot takes* regarding real estate agents — but I’m going to share them with you anyway. First, you don’t need to work with a realtor to buy or sell a house. (Yep. I said it.) Maybe you don’t care much about marketing … Two Things You Should Know About Realtors in Destin, Florida

You know that feeling you get when you meet certain people? The one that says you’re going to have fun, no matter what? It’s rare and wonderful—and it’s exactly how I felt when I met Brian and Sue. We first connected back in 2017 (feels like eons ago, doesn’t it?). They were visiting the area … Forever Home: A Destin Story

We all know how important it is to support small businesses and shop locally… Or do we? I mean, we hear about it during the holidays and feel lucky to live in a place with such cool storefronts, but do we know the true impact of shopping small? As a local realtor, I’ve done a … Why Your Dollar is Best Spent Locally in Destin, Florida

Helping my clients close on a house is one of the best feelings I’ve experienced as a realtor. There’s nothing like the look of satisfaction on people’s faces during their final walkthrough. They’re grinning at the doors and walls and floors of their forever home, deciding where to put the couch and making a mental … How to Celebrate on the Emerald Coast

Remember MythBusters? It was one of those TV shows my family looked forward to watching week after week. We saw the “Demolition Derby” episode so many times, we could recite it word-for-word. With MythBusters, deciding whether we wanted to see an old wives’ tale confirmed or blown out of the water was hard. A lot … 6 Myths About Buying a Home with a VA Loan in Destin, Florida

When most people think of camping, they picture a small tent in a huge forest. Campfire goes here, picnic table goes there, hammock gets strung up between these two trees, etc. It’s… woodsy. Which is fine, if that’s your thing. But when I think of camping, I picture the beach. Sure, I’m happy to park … The Best Camping on 30A

Over the years, I’ve learned that party planning is both an art and a science. Sure, you can pull together a casual dinner in a few hours. Your friends won’t mind if you forgot to pick up ice or didn’t plan any activities beyond chatting around the bonfire. They’re not looking to be impressed—they’re just … The Best Cafe on the Emerald Coast

Sometimes, I wish helping people buy houses on the Emerald Coast were more like a cheesy Hallmark movie. You know what I mean. Everything would be perfect(ly awkward as the main characters careen toward marriage). Zoe is moving home for the summer, and so is her old college boyfriend, who, besides being a snazzy business … How to Buy a House in Destin, Florida

If there’s one thing that Destin, Florida, does well, it’s water. My family and I love spending time outdoors, but it can get pretty darn hot here, so we have our blazing-sunshine-friendly activities down to a science. The way I see it, we have two options: complain about the heat or revel in our year-round … What I Do for Fun in Destin, Florida