The Destin, FL Area has many opportunities for Resort and Second-Home Property Owners. From Cottages and Condos to $15 Million Homes on the Beach, the Possibilities are Endless. Search from Fort Walton Beach to Panama City Beach. Whether a Retirement Home or a Vacation Rental Investment, I'm here to Help!

The Resort and Second-Home Market differs in a number of ways from primary residential market. Buyer preferences range from small, rustic getaways to luxury properties on the Beach, and includes an International Clientele and the Investment and Retirement Markets.

Buying, Selling, or Managing Second Homes in a Resort, Recreational, and/or Vacation Destination requires understanding of the Recreation and Lifestyle Market, Tax Treatment of Vacation and Second Homes, and Real Estate Investment.

A few things to consider when Buying a Resort or Second Home Property:

>Will it be a Vacation Home, Second Home, Retirement Home or Investment Property?

>Tax Responsibilities

>Tax Deferred 1031 Real Property Exchange Click Here

>Capital Gains on a Converted Second Home

>Rented more than 14 Days?

>Insurance Costs Including Flood Insurance

>Property Tax

>Rental Management

>Rental Realities

>Furnishing Rental Homes

>Short-Term Rentals as an Investment

>Ownership Type

>Coastal Construction Control Line (CCCL Map)

>Cost of Living & Taxes

>Local Financing

If you are ready to Live or Invest in Resort, Vacation or Second Homes, Realtor® Bruce Griffy and Amerivest Realty are here to help. Browse our listings or contact us now to get started!