By Paul Domeneche
The real estate landscape is constantly evolving, and here on the Emerald Coast, we’re seeing significant shifts. Rental properties, which once dominated the market, are staying vacant longer. This indicates rising consumer confidence in homeownership and is likely to trigger an increase in listings. Many out-of-town investors...
By Christopher Manson
Bekah Manley is a holistic realtor, meaning that she looks well beyond the structure of a house. “I take the physical, spiritual and emotional into consideration,” she explains. “I go a little deeper than most realtors when it comes to finding an environment in which a person...
By Paul Domeneche
Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make, but understanding the market and the process can save you money and stress.
The Most Influential Factor: Economic Conditions
The housing market is heavily influenced by supply and demand. When there are more buyers than available homes, prices...
By Paul Domeneche
Real estate often seems easy, especially when you hear statements such as, “I used my friend who is a real estate agent to help me sell my house.” This perspective can be quite intriguing, as it suggests that anyone can step into the role of a real...
By Paul Domeneche
Is it a Good Time to Buy?
A good time to buy is when you are in a position to buy. Often, people think they should wait for interest rates to go down. Well, let’s walk through that scenario. If you are waiting, do you think you are...
Each year, Florida Realtors® endorses 15 Realtors® in the state who exemplify the highest level of professionalism and distinction as Board Certified Professionals. This year, four of the 15 endorsed are local Emerald Coast Realtors®.
Cathy Alley with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and The Cathy Alley Team in Niceville; Michele Bailey,...
By Paul Domeneche
Eight years ago, I entered the real estate industry, not for the “easy money” or flexible schedule—those are huge misconceptions. Real estate is hard work when done right. My motivation came from witnessing a student at the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu school where I teach being taken advantage...
By Paul Domeneche, The Domeneche Group
Success and failure often stem from small improvements or breakdowns rather than one catastrophic event. Compounding consistency can make or break things.
During summer, our team at the Domenech Group receives numerous calls about HVAC issues. In winter, HVAC units don’t work as hard, but...
By Paul Domeneche, The Domeneche Group
Hey there, ready to dive into the world of buying or selling a home? It’s an exciting adventure. But, amidst all the excitement, there’s a golden rule to remember: inspect what you expect. This simple mantra is the key to a smooth and successful...
Time for the Annual “Just the Stats, Ma’am”
By Gail Pelto
2023—another one bites the dust and on to a new, exciting year! (And Thank Goodness for THAT!) So, let’s recap the residential real estate market stats for 2023 compared to 2022:
• In 2023 the number of SOLD Listings was down...
