Goodbye to Summer in Mexico Beach, Fl

You can certainly tell summer is over.   We've definitely slowed down over the last couple of weeks.
Less cars parked up and down the beach, less foot traffic at the office.

Of course, this past weekend was the kingfish tournament!    117 boats entered.....not sure how many went out cuz IT WAS ROUGH!!    We weighed in more fish than I anticipated though---so kudos to those who braved the waves long enough to catch some good fish!!!

44lb kingfish won first place, 55lb wahoo, and a little over 5 lb spanish!!!

Thanks to all who came.   I have pictures on my facebook page  Mexico Beach,Fl Real Estate.

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It's been a very busy year in real estate!    Of course, its only to be expected with our prices coming down so far and interest rates so low!   Definitely the key ingredients to a buyers market!

Click here for all the residential properties currently under contract in Mexico Beach to St. Joe Beach.  Some of these are short sales and have been under contract for quite a while.  

Click here for all the sales in the month of August.

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I'm still getting calls asking for foreclosed homes in the $50K- 100K price range.   While you may be able to get a house in the price range elsewhere in Florida, certainly in other areas nationwide.   Here, in our little area, you just are not going to get that unless its a home that needs A LOT of renovation!   And even those are few and very far between!   

We are so small, with a small inventory of homes for sale, and everything here is within a mile to the beach therefore we can still retain a little value!!!     

Our buyers are mostly 2nd homeowners, a little different than a primary home buyer.

That being said..............if you aren't on my database for emails.........let me know what you are looking for and I'll do my best to help you find it!!!

We have very few foreclosures----the banks are much more willing to do a short sale than to foreclose.  Click here for the foreclosures currently on the market.

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I'm looking forward to some cooler temps ahead!    Lots of activities planned for the fall, check out my calendar on my website!

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Have a great week!

Going to church doesn't make you a Christian any more than standing in a garage makes you a car.

Mary

850-896-5222

maryblackburn@mchsi.com

Phewwww It's been HOT!

The real estate market is as hot as the temperature around here.

Click here to see all the properties that have been under contract this month.   Fourteen residential properties!!!   

Click here to see the properties that closed so far in August.

I believe people who have been looking for a while have finally realized that if you see something you like you better put in your best offer.    Lots of multiple offers are taking place and its so frustrating to see disappointed buyers because they didn't move fast enough or they tried to low ball!

Low prices + super low interest rates----what a buyer's market!!!!

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To bring you up to date on the fishing..........

Snapper is now closed.   We were hoping they (the Feds) would re-open it for a little while in the fall, but the ruling just came back and they are NOT going to open it.     Of course, there are plenty of snapper out there but.............hey what do we know!

Gag Grouper is going to open from September 16-November 16.     Book your trip early!
www.charterboat-missmary.com

The kings are definitely out there!!!    The MBARA king fish tournament is next weekend!!!
Captains meeting on Friday night!!!
Let me know if you need more details!!!

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Lots of events happening in the area in September.   Check out my website for local events!!

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I gotta get back to work!!!
Don't hesitate to call me anytime!!
Mary
850-896-5222
www.maryblackburn.com
sundance realty

Yikes! Everythings HOT in Mexico Beach!

I believe the "dog days" of August have arrived on time!  Phew its been hot!  
Not Georgia hot though.......at least we have a sea breeze most of the time!!!
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The News of the Week:

The City of Mexico Beach just bought the old Parker House to use as the new City Hall.  Unfortunately, it caught on fire the other night.
http://www.wjhg.com/home/headlines/Mexico_Beach_Fire_Burns_Historic_Parker_House_126393793.html

I'm not sure if any of the building can be restored but.......I'll keep you updated!
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THE KINGS ARE RUNNING AND ARE HUGE!!   Lots of big kingfish are being caught!! 
Snapper season is now closed, hopefully they will re-open for a little bit this fall.

Shark fishing is another fun activity..............www.charterboat-missmary.com
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The Port St. Joe Scallop festival is this weekend!
http://www.gulfchamber.org/scallopfestival/?r=www.scallopfest.net

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Real Estate has also been HOT this July...........25 residential properties put under contract in 31 days....just in Mexico Beach to Windmark Beach!!!   WOW!!!      Click here to see them.

Our inventory of homes is dwindling fast.  I'm not saying prices are rising but........when a home has absolutely no competition.....the seller may be able to command a better price!!!

Interest rates are still under 5%.........how much longer there is no way to tell.   We have to get a handle on this debt ceiling crisis before that will be determined.   
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Many buyers have decided to buy lots and build rather than try to find a home that suits them.
I think its a great time to buy a lot and build a brand new custom home!
Lots are now available starting at $21,000!!!!
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Check out our new restaurant......Case De Playa

MONDAY- WEDNESDAY 9-2

FRIDAY-SATURDAY 5-8

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Have a great week!   

Don't hesitate to call with any questions about REAL ESTATE!

Mary

850-896-5222

www.maryblackburn.com

maryblackburn@mchsi.com