New Website Launch!

I’m excited to announce the launch of my new website, offering you complete access to all the listings on the entire Emerald Coast MLS! You can perform broad searches based on criteria such as zip code or price point, or target a very specific neighborhood, such as Seaside or Grayton Beach, without pulling in the entire zip code for that community. So, if you are looking for homes just in Watercolor you can pull up all the listings just in Watercolor! You can also save these searches or specific properties as favorites. And you can set up alerts to notify you of price drops for properties you’re following, or when new properties come to market. And you can do all this at blazing fast speeds, both on your desktop and mobile device!

If you’re thinking about selling or curious as to your current property value, you can obtain an on-the-spot valuation of your home, as well as sign up for valuations to be delivered by email each month. You can also look at other properties in your neighborhood or close by to see how your valuation compares.

You’ll have access to my blog, which contains valuable information on real estate market conditions, stats on interest rates which affect what you can buy, plus news on upcoming events, new restaurants and retail shops, and general news and information about what’s going on around 30A.

And if that’s not enough, you can download my Millions Mapped mobile application, which is linked to my site and provides access to listings for the entire Emerald Coast. This great app will allow you to search for specific properties and updates while you’re driving along 30A! Unlike many brokerage-based apps, my app will work regardless of your location. So if you’re back at home in Atlanta, Nashville, Birmingham, or wherever you call home, the app will find properties in your immediate vicinity. And did I mention it’s really fast? Just text “robin” to 404-341-4146 and I’ll text you the app!

We will be constantly updating my site and offering many more features soon. Access is simple – just go to www.robinknows30a.com. You’ll be asked for your email address and cell phone number so that we can save your specific listings, favorites, and home valuation information, then you can start exploring!

Get Your Property Rental Ready for Summer

Summer is peak rental season on 30A, so now is the time to get your place spruced up and ready to rent. The folks that vacation down here have come to expect a certain kind of lifestyle - nice amenities and luxury are often what they seek. Here are a few things to take care of:

• Clean your place up inside and out. Give it a deep clean on the inside and spruce up the outside landscape – add mulch, trim bushes and trees, and pressure wash all hardscape.
• Make sure you have cable & WiFi. Electronic prices have dropped dramatically, so make sure every room has a decent sized TV. A large TV and sound bar in the living area will make a lasting impression.
• Nice high thread count sheets, oversized fluffy towels, and large beach towels are a nice touch.               
• When it comes to the kitchen, make sure you have enough dishes and tableware to handle twice the number of your maximum group size so guests don't have to do dishes after each use. (So if your place sleeps 10 you need a set of 20.)
• Little things like alarm clocks, phone chargers, DVD players and a sound system offer your guests the extra comforts of home.
• And to make your place is one your guests will want to rent again, have on hand what they will need for their first morning – coffee and water and maybe a few snacks. Some sort of welcome package with flowers, wine, crackers, maps, brochures, a restaurant book with menus, and coupons will make a great impression.
• Rental bikes and golf carts go a long way to help entice renters to choose your place.

And finally, be sure you protect yourself and your place. Remember, you should always take precautions. Do you have the appropriate insurance? Make sure you are covered in case there is ever any property damage.

I hope you find this list helpful and you have a profitable rental season this summer on 30A!