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It's something we've all thought about, but only a lucky few actually go through with it. Now that summer's rolling around, the thought of investing in a vacation home has probably crossed your mind yet again. Maybe you wish you could drop everything and head to the beach without planning your accommodations. Maybe you're looking for another source of income — but you're limited on time. Or perhaps you're thinking of retiring in a few years and want to save up so you can relocate to a stunning coastal location. Whatever your reason, you should know that buying a second home doesn't have to be a far-off dream. That being said, you should be informed before making the decision, and you should conduct your home search equipped with the right knowledge —…

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A Jewel of Orange Beach

Our newest featured listing showcases a condominium in one of the precious jewels of Orange Beach, the Opal condo community. Opal condos for sale set the standard in luxury living, and this unit is no exception.

With over 4,300 square feet, and occupying an entire floor with a private elevator and entrance, Opal #8 offers panoramic views of the Gulf and luxury that are beyond compare. Upon entry onto the grounds of the Opal Condominium, you will find that each residence has its own private enclosed garage and ample storage beyond the gated security access. Secure, coded doors and elevators assure privacy, and the development is also rent-restricted to only owners and their friends and family. Additional amenities that can be…

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A Few Featured Listings

Today’s blog features three unique Gulf Coast properties with locations and amenities that will appeal to very different buyers! Each has distinct characteristics that set it apart from other communities in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, and each will appeal to that certain someone! 

Parkview 202-C

Parkview 202-C

The first stand-out development is Parkview Condominiums. Parkview occupies a spot in the beating heart of the community of Gulf Shores. Its location across the street from the Bodenhamer Recreation Center and Johnny Sims Park gives this condominium complex its name. Within walking distance of this spacious second-floor, two-bedroom condo, one will find the Gulf Shores museum, the public library and other municipal buildings…

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Cypress Village Of Orange Beach

On August 8, 2014, Lorraine and I were given a very special personal tour of the new single-family homes being constructed in Cypress Village of Orange Beach, Alabama. As we previewed the floor plans and got a first-hand look at the activity, we learned that Cypress Village is set to be the first Gold Level Fortified residential development in all of Baldwin County, Alabama. This means these new homes will comply with the 2010 Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety’s highest building standards to withstand high winds, wind-driven rain and hail, and other storm damage. These standards were compiled based on two decades of testing and investigation following major storms. With Gold Level being the top level on…

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Condo Buying Tips

If you're planning to buy a condo in Orange Beach or Gulf Shores, Alabama, there are certainly many fantastic options to choose from! Each building will have a different combination of recreational amenities and features, its own unique views, and various degrees of waterfront and beach access. If you are downsizing or retiring, or maybe buying a condo as a rental investment property, here are a few important things to know and review as a smart condo buyer! 

1. The most important thing when buying a condo is to read and understand the condo association by-laws, covenants, restrictions, and regulations. You will be provided a copy of the "condo docs" to review as a buyer. These are the be-all and end-all when it comes to life in a…

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2013 in Gulf Coast sandDespite a very cold winter, I am happy to report that 2013 was a great year for our beautiful island! The local business community is enjoying yet another year of record sales as more and more people discover our beautiful Gulf Coast.

2013 Highlights

  • Meyer Real Estate and other management companies reporting 10% + growth in rental income for the 3rd year in a row
  • RE/MAX Sales increased 40% in 2013
  • Average buyer spending $350,000 vs. $250,000 in 2012
  • Average property appreciation was 3% vs. 2.6% in 2012 – Some developments are seeing much higher appreciation
  • New Construction is popping up all over the Island in the form of Single Family Beach Homes, Condo Developments, Restaurants, and Shops
  • Record Sales to Permanent Residents 30%…

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