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Costa Rica Real Estate

Those of you that know me know I am a water mammal. I have surfed since I was twelve years old. I first visited Costa Rica in 1989 in search of the perfect wave. I am here now visiting with friends and looking at property to have a warm place to spend the winters. The […]

Pensacola Beach 1/2 marathon and 10K/5K

A great way to kick-start you New Years fitness resolution is to participate in this Pensacola Beach run, which takes place in early January.  This flat and fast 1/2 marathon is a scenic opportunity for runners/walkers to hit that new PR (personal record).  Another unique aspect of this race is the “pick your distance” 10K/5K.  […]

Pensacola Veterans Day Parade

Participants line up for the annual Pensacola Beach Veterans Day Parade, hosted by the Pensacola Beach Elks Lodge.  The parade begins at Avenida 15 and continues down Via De Luna Drive and ends on Casino Beach, usually lasting approximately 30 minutes. Many local groups participate in this parade and gives locals as well as visitors […]

Pensacola Egg Fest

The Pensacola Eggfest is a full weekend event that is held at the beautiful downtown Blue Wahoos stadium taking place in mid November and provides the attendees a great opportunity to try some yummy samples from over 75 Eggchefs.  Various demonstrations from seasoned Big Egg Chefs as well as vendors from several culinary companies are […]

Ready to Build

Soil Never thought I would be writing about dirt, or as the professionals call it, soil. Sub surface soil analysis is standard operating procedure as part of the ready to build process. The analysis requires drilling holes in the ground and having a professional geologist study the core samples of dirt the driller provides. When […]

Why I Love Real Estate Business : Part Two

Getting a property ready to build can be challenging but that’s why I love it. After getting the parcel surveyed, elevation benchmarks laid in and wetland lands clearly delineated we are ready for heavy equipment. I insist on a new survey on every piece of land our clients acquire. “Seller to provide new survey with […]

Great Gulf Coast Arts Festival

Running continually since 1973 (with the exception of 2004 due to Hurricane Ivan),  The Great Gulf Coast Arts Festival is one of the most popular arts festival in the country.  Located in Seville Square near downtown Pensacola, the three day juried art show attracts over 200 acclaimed artists.  Several kinds of arts are represented including, […]

Why I Love Real Estate Business : Part One by Ron Pfeiffer

  Almost Everyday I have the desire to explore the unknown.  I believe it’s in our DNA to seek out new horizons.  The real estate business is perfect for my DNA.  I like seeing what is at the end of the road and what opportunities may be right around the corner. Early last month Charlene […]

Monarch Butterfly Migration by Larry Tate

A sure sign that fall has arrived on Pensacola Beach is the annual Monarch Butterfly migration. Thousands of butterflies arrive, and spend time resting and feeding before their 2500 mile migration. Being on of the last stops before they head across the Gulf, we are fortunate to have two of their favorite plants, the Woody […]