First of all, after the paperwork is done, the real work starts. Once your home is listed in Destin or Niceville, Florida, be ready to show it. Buyers will start looking. Therefore, you need to stay alert and flexible. Here is what to expect.

🚀 Going Live: The First Two Weeks Are Key

First, the launch is a big moment. Most buyers show up in the first two weeks. In fact, many have been watching the Destin and Niceville markets closely.

If your home is priced right and looks good online, you should see quick interest. Showings might start in a few days. However, if it stays quiet, it might be time to adjust.

Next, keep track of how many showings you get. Also, listen to what buyers and agents say. For example, small changes like more light or a better scent can help. On the other hand, a lower price may be needed.

🔁 Stay in the Loop: Updates and Feedback

Meanwhile, stay in touch with your agent. A good one will give updates on showings and buyer feedback.

For instance, if buyers often say a room is dark or the price is too high, believe them. These signs mean you might need to make a change.

In addition, don’t be afraid to ask questions. Selling your home is a big deal. You should know what is going on.

🕒 Showing Requests: Be Ready

Buyers often ask for showings at the last minute. This happens a lot in Destin and Niceville. Many people come from out of town.

As a result, your home should be ready every day. That does not mean it must be perfect. Just keep it tidy, smell nice, and look bright.

Also, try to say yes to as many showings as you can. Otherwise, you might miss your best buyer.

🪡 How to Prep for Showings Fast

To illustrate, here is a quick list to help:

• Make beds
• Put away dishes and clothes
• Clear sinks and counters
• Sweep or vacuum
• Secure pets
• Open blinds and turn on lights

Furthermore, avoid strong smells. Open windows or light a soft candle. Likewise, put away private things like papers or medicine.

🚪 Leave the House During Showings

Although it may feel odd, leave the house when buyers visit. They need to explore and talk freely.

Even a quick hello can feel awkward. In contrast, a quiet house lets them imagine living there.

Therefore, step out before they arrive. Take a short walk or go get coffee. Let them take their time.

📄 The Emotional Roller Coaster

Selling a home can feel like a ride. One day brings hope. The next brings stress. Nevertheless, this is normal.

Some homes in Destin and Niceville sell fast. Others take time. In summary, each case is different.

Even if you get a fast offer, that does not mean your price was too low. It might mean you did everything right. On the other hand, if it takes longer, don’t lose hope. The right buyer may show up soon.

Finally, keep your goal in mind. Ask your agent for help if you need it.

Coming Up Next: How to Handle Offers and Keep Your Deal Together

In the next post, we will talk about what to do when offers come in. You will learn how to reply and close the deal.

For help selling your home in Destin or Niceville, Florida, contact Wendy Rulnick, Broker/Owner of Rulnick Realty.

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This magnificent home at 101 Baywind Dr., Southwind, Bluewater Bay, Niceville, Florida 32578 is situated amidst lush greenery within a gated community. Set on the Marsh Golf Course, it offers one of the larger plots in the neighborhood and is bordered on one side by a small nature preserve, providing a serene and secluded haven.

The interior exudes elegance, with stunning wood floors, Brazilian cherry on the second level and intricate wood detailing throughout. The home features three living spaces – a formal living room, a family room, and a studio – and two master suites. One of the master suites is accessed via a striking walkway that overlooks the living room. There are five bedrooms, offering ample extra space to create a comfortable home office.

A generous sized residence at 3424 square feet, 101 Baywind Dr., Southwind, Bluewater Bay, Niceville, Florida, has been consistently updated and remodeled to maintain its lovely condition. Some features include new quartz kitchen counters, Quaiker Made cherry cabinets, and remodeled bathrooms with granite counters and new faucets and vanities. The master bathroom is a luxurious sanctuary, with a brand new 6-foot soaking tub, tile, granite, new closet space, hardware, and lighting. The arched windows in the living room offer breathtaking views of the deep, backyard, which is adorned with mature, tall trees.

Moreover, additional features include new lighting, outlets, low-E and some impact windows throughout the home, recently painted a fresh neutral color, a 50-year warranty stone-coated metal roof, a new water heater with whole house filter, brand new pavered driveway, 2 x 6 walls and low energy bills. The home was designed and constructed by a General Contractor and Architect, ensuring top-notch quality.

Finally, as a resident of Southwind in Bluewater Bay, you will have access to a plethora of amenities, such as community pools, eight miles of biking and walking trails, 120 slip boat marina with full service maintenance and ship’s store, eleven tennis courts, both clay and hard court, two golf courses, pickleball, boat and RV storage, L.J. Schooner’s waterfront restaurant, and two playgrounds. This home is an exceptional opportunity to own a generously sized, beautifully designed and maintained residence in the gate accessed Southwind community of Bluewater Bay.

101 Baywind Dr., Southwind, Bluewater Bay, Niceville, Florida is offered for sale for $835,000

For additional details and to make an appointment to see this lovel home, contact Wendy Rulnick, Broker 850-259-0422

Contact us for a free market analysis of your Bluewater Bay real estate.

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Delightful Bungalows home in Bluewater Bay near Parkwood Estates located at end of cul-de-sac. This Niceville Florida home, a short commute to Eglin Air Force Base, has been completely remodeled and upgraded. Gorgeous refinished wood floors in the open living room punctuated by columns separating the dining area. Kitchen has breakfast bar, new hardware, updated cabinets. Master bedroom has wood floors and is brightly lit by three windows with room for a sitting area. Freshly painted throughout, all new blinds, updated plumbing fixtures in both baths, new light fixtures both baths, new carpet in bedrooms, updated wide baseboards throughout, new back door. Lovely private brick patio with planting area, a perfect spot to relax. Side yard of common area expands outdoor space. This Bungalows home near Parkwood Estates is about ten minutes to the beaches of Destin directly across the Mid-Bay Bridge, and twenty minutes to Eglin Air Force Base.  Bluewater Bay offers golf, tennis and Olympic size swimming pools, as well as fishing, restaurants and a marina.

4551 Barrington Lane, Niceville Florida is offered for $180,000.

It’s Wendy… It’s Sold!

Wendy Rulnick, Broker, Rulnick Realty, Inc.
Call 850-650-7883 ext 204
Email Wendy: itswendy@rulnickrealty.com

Wendy Rulnick, Broker, has been featured in “Kiplinger Personal Finance Magazine” and “Florida Realtor Magazine”.  Wendy Rulnick sells real estate in Destin, Santa Rosa Beach, Miramar Beach, Seagrove Beach, Watercolor, Sandestin, Seaside, Crestview, Rosemary Beach, Mary Esther, Shalimar, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, Bluewater Bay, Navarre, Panama City Beach. 

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Delightful and different – check out my new listing for sale is 4337 Sunset Beach Blvd., Bluewater Bay. This contemporary one-story home is in Fairway Villas at Sunset Beach! That is part of Sunset Beach in the Southwind section of Bluewater Bay.  Sunset Beach has an  olympic size swimming pool and private beach. You can also join one of the various other clubs in Bluewater Bay, including multiple golf courses and other swimming pools.  You can bike ride, boat, use the marina and dine at the Bluewater Sports Bar & Grill or L.J Schooners Dockside Restaurant and Oyster Bar on the Bluewater Bay Marina.

The house at 4337 Sunset Beach Blvd. is very large with interesting angles.  The tile floors emphasize its grandness. The kitchen itself is huge with counters on four sides and a center isle.  The breakfast bar can seat several people, like your own pub!

What else?  If you like a serene master bedroom, this is it. It’s in the back of the home with a private door to the screened porch. The master bathroom is spectacular and has a separate whirlpool tub and shower, make-up vanity and two-door walk-in closet. The back yard, on the golf course, has been landscaped for a bit of privacy with flowering bushes, but you can still watch the golfers on the 7th green!

This Sunset Beach home is offered for $349,000.

It’s Wendy!

For more information, contact Wendy Rulnick, Broker, Rulnick Realty, Inc.
850-650-7883
itswendy@rulnickrealty.com

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My market on the Emerald Coast of Florida is diverse.  So is my real estate practice.  As a real estate broker in Destin Florida, my office is centrally located to cover it all, and that I do.  From central Destin, it’s just 20 minutes to Fort Walton Beach, or 30 minutes straight shot up Highway 98 to Navarre. Or even closer, 12 minutes over the Mid-Bay Bridge to Bluewater Bay.  As diverse as my area’s real estate is, we are cohesively known as the “Emerald Coast” of Florida.  We are not a major metropolitan area, but we are bound together by one beautiful thing – the Gulf of Mexico. It’s no exaggeration to say we have sugar-white beaches from Pensacola to Seagrove Beach, and the waters truly are “emerald” green. In fact, Southern Living Magazine just voted Destin FL “Readers’ Choice for  Best Beach”. The diverse people that make up the Emerald Coast range from the great air force personnel from Eglin Air Force Base and Hurlburt Field to the vacation rental owners and second home owners from all over the country and the world.

 This week is an example of my wide-ranging real estate practice.  Today I listed a short salinvestment home in Fort Walton Beach that needs much work, and might be priced under $100,000. I also viewed a new condo listing on Destin Harbor that is worth over $1,500,000.  Tomorrow I will be listing a home in Freeport Florida for about $160,000 with a one-acre lot.  Thursday I will be viewing a new listing in Valparaiso that was built two years ago.  Friday I will be helping an air force pilot sell his home in Hammock Bay in the $200’s.

When my staff gets a call from a potential buyer, we don’t just expose them to our office location in Miramar Beach.  We find out what they are looking for.  The quietude of Navarre Beach?  The old-world yet metro sophistication of Seaside, Grayton Beach and Seagrove Beach?  The action and place-name of  Sandestin Florida?  Or perhaps the family fun on Okaloosa Island?  We have it all, from surburbia to rural acreage to beach-front condos.  And eventually, we might have you!

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