Sales Team Record Year – 2017!

TAKE TIME TO RECOGNIZE THE ACHIEVEMENTS OF 2017 

Choosing a team with a proven track record is paramount and the Point South Real Estate Sales Team is your team. Over the years, our agents have worked to provide buyers and sellers in Northwest Florida and Coastal Alabama with unparalleled customer service that is built on a foundation of drive, experience, education and dedication.

Under the direction of Owner/Broker, Susan Carleton, the Southern Real Estate Sales Team has had a record year with 236 CLOSINGS = $60,764,995 in Sales Volume.

With such experience brings great success and with this proven record, you can trust Southern to help you find the perfect place to call home. Contact us today at susancarletonteam@pointesouth.com or visit us online at www.FORSALEONTHEGULFCOAST.com and together we can collaborate on your next real estate endeavor. We look forward to working with you!

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Practice Sun Safety this Summer!

DSC_1105Owning real estate in Perdido Key, Pensacola or along Alabama’s Gulf Coast is the summer is a dream come true. You can pick any day of the week to live like you’re on vacation. But, to really make the most of it, be sure you practice sun safety and don’t let the heat get you down!

Hitting the beach or swimming in your new pool are excellent options for keeping cool and beating the humidity. But, remember there is more to heat safety than just keeping your cool. It’s UV Safety Month and we want to make sure you’re properly equipped to avoid heat stress and effects, especially if your Perdido Key real estate or Gulf Coast home purchased makes you new to our area.

The heat index during the summer is pretty much outrageous no matter the time of day, but being outside between 10 AM and 4 PM puts you at the highest risk to suffer sun and heat related affects. So, if the yard needs to be mowed or errands need to be down, try to get up and out early or leave them to the end of the day. You need to be in the A/C – or your pool – the rest of the day.

Have to be outside? That’s okay, just take a few precautions. First, wear a hat, preferably with a wide brim. Also, grab your favorite UVA/UVB blocking shades when heading outdoors. Oh, and sunscreen. That’s a big one. Shoot for something with an SPF30, although SPF15 will do in a pinch. Last, but not least, drink lots of water and carry a bottle with you!

Andy Ross Sets Gulf Coast Lionfish Record

gulfcoastlionfishcoalition_logoThe annual Gulf Coast Lionfish Removal and Awareness Day is quickly approaching, and with that we could not be more proud to sponsor such an event. This year, we have even more reason to celebrate as Perdido Key real estate agent, tournament host and fishing captain, Andy Ross found himself with a record-breaking catch. Just last week, Andy caught a seventeen foot long lionfish off the shores of Pensacola Beach.

Andy is a captain with Nihui Dive Charters has been an active member of the Gulf Coast Lionfish Coalition for years. The fish was caught just in time for the group’s festivities, helping to hype the upcoming events and festival. With the festival, the Lionfish Coalition aims to educate the public on how to control the influx of the invasive species and further protect the Gulf Coast fishing industry.

On Friday, the Coalition will host a lionfish tasting at West Marine on Davis Highway in Pensacola. (Yes, you can eat these invasive boogers, and yes, they are delicious!) May 14 and 15 are considered the main event days, where the Coalition gathers with food and entertainment at the Plaza de Luna in Pensacola. Be there from 10:00 – 5:00 pm for a full day of fun, education and support. We will most definitely be there!

 

Susan Carleton Team: Now Offering 3D Model Tours!

MarseillesSouthern Real Estate Sales Owner/Broker, Susan Carleton, is pleased to announce she and her team can now can produce 3D model tours of their listings. The 3D Showcase, shot by our Transaction Coordinator, Amy Lamar, will engage prospective buyers with a rapid and innovative model tour of Susan’s homes and condos for sale in Perdido Key, Pensacola Beach, Orange Beach and Gulf Shores.

“In an ever-changing, technological world, we’re always ready to try something new,” said Susan. “We are extremely excited to offer this as a resource to our clients.”

Demonstrated in one of Susan’s newest listings at Marseilles, you can see that this is one of the most realistic and immersive ways for a potential buyer to experience a property online. Don’t just take our word for it though, take the tour yourself by viewing the Perdido Key real estate listing.

Are you interested in learning more about Susan and the Susan Carleton Team? Call 850.516.7238 to speak with Susan directly about your buying or selling needs.

The Perdido Key Pirate Festival

pkc_piratefest_aside_2015Saturday, September 19th is International Talk Like a Pirate Day, and it’s no coincidence that the 3rd annual Perdido Key Pirate Festival falls on that day. If you are the current owner or Perdido Key real estate or are looking into buying a home in that area, this is a family-friendly event that you won’t want to miss.  The event begins at 11:00 AM at Big Lagoon State Park and ends that night at 5:00.

All attendees are encouraged to wear their best pirate gear, and everyone will enjoy the tasty food, pirate costumes and incredible prizes. Pirate Captain Davy will teach all the young pirates some sea-shanties, magic tricks and so much more! In the park’s Amphitheater, there will be a reptile display by Reno’s Reptiles. Pensacola’s pirate ship, “Good Fortune,” will be out on the water, as well.

The kids will not only love these performances and displays, they will also adore the variety of arts and crafts station that local vendors will have set up throughout the Perdido Key Pirate Festival. All of the kids are encouraged to hunt for pirate coins, redeemable for thousands of dollars in prizes, and the child who finds the “Lost Key” will take home a grand-prize treasure chest! Don’t miss this fun-filled, family-friendly event along the beaches of Northwest Florida.

Realtors Take 3rd in Perdido Key Golf Tournament

imageFall is finally here and we all know what that means – perfect golfing weather. Less humidity, cooler temperatures and unlike many country counterparts, there’s no snow on the ground. Every resident and frequent visitor knows this and looks forward to influx of area tournaments.

One of the most recent was held by the Perdido Key Chamber of Commerce at the Lost Key Golf Club. The chamber put on the event in conjunction with the Frank Brown International Songwriters’ Festival on November 10th. The annual tournament hosts celebrity songwriters’ in addition to other four person teams who compete on behalf of Veteran’s Day.

This year, two of our own Pointe South real estate agents competed in the tournament and we are pleased to announce that they placed third in the entire event. Pensacola and Perdido Key real estate agents, Scott Marks and Dave Harbour formed a team with two friends, Mike Whitner and Kelly Robinson.

These guys did an incredible job and we so proud to have them represent Pointe South. Many thanks go out to the Lost Key Golf Club and Perdido Key Chamber members for hosting such a great tournament. We are looking forward to many more in the future!

October 2014 Monthly Market Reports

Market ReportRecent reports released by the National Association of Realtors indicate that September home sales have reached a level higher than one year ago. This is the first time that real estate sales have surpassed numbers set in 2013.

The trend has not only carried through October but into the Pensacola and Perdido Key real estate markets. In a nutshell, October’s monthly activity in Pensacola Beach has resulted in 16 more home sales than in 2013, increasing from nine to twenty-five. Likewise Perdido Key saw a substantial increase of 8 more home sales than the previous year.

To better gauge where home sales stand in your local area, we have compiled data from the Pensacola Association of Realtors’ office. Please keep in mind that data has been taken by the MLS and deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.

Perdido Key Real Estate Sales

Pensacola Beach Real Estate Sales

For more specific information about real estate trends and the value of your home, contact one of our Pointe South real estate agents. Their knowledge, resources and commitment will help you smoothly navigate the real estate process, whether you are in the market to buy or sell.

August 2014 Monthly Market Reports

Team Pointe South Monthly Market UpdateRecent reports released by the National Association of Realtors indicate that August home sales have remained below the pace that was set in 2013. Even so, the market seems to be performing stronger than experts had predicted earlier in the year.

The same can be said for the Perdido Key and Pensacola real estate market. Below you will find a compilation of data taken from the Pensacola Association of Realtors. Included in this is, a variety of information to help you gauge where home sales stand in your local area.

In a nutshell, year-over-ear activity in the Pensacola Beach area has increased by two sales while Perdido Key has decreased by one. However, home values are on the rise which is a positive indicator that the recovery continues.

Are you interested in learning more about these trends and how this could affect your future real estate endeavors? Contact our agents at Pointe South, not only do they understand these trends, but they have the resources and commitment to help you whether you are interested in buying or selling.

Featured Property: Grand Caribbean Condo

grandcaribStunning Perdido Key condo in Grand Caribbean listed at just $209,000.

Walk into this charming two bedroom, two bathroom unit and begin to experience that coveted coastal lifestyle. Accommodating everything from grand events to quiet evenings, this unit has great potential to function well as a primary residence or even profitable investment property. Spanning 1174 square feet, this spacious unit is furnished and rental ready for up to eight people.

Located on the ground floor, 13351 Johnson Beach Road offers a private patio that overlooks the tranquil pool area, adding to an overall calming impression of this Grand Caribbean unit.

Situated over seven acres of pristine property, this community provides access to some of the finest beaches, in addition to a freshwater pond, gazebo and delightful picnic area.

Just a short walk away you will find the beautiful beaches of the Gulf Islands National Seashore with miles of sugar-white sand just waiting to be explored. Centrally located, you will be close to area shopping, dining and recreational activities.

Interested in this listing? Click here for a virtual tour, or contact Susan Carleton today for all your Perdido Key real estate needs.