Linda Frakes

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Linda Frakes

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Linda Frakes

Linda Frakes

A seasoned professional with large corporate/execute level positions and serial entrepreneur. Held real estate license in 5 different states, used previously for personal investment acquisitions. Now living the dream on the Emerald Coast of Florida in Miramar Beach, FL! Facilitating acquisitions in commercial, residential and vacant land....please allow us to help you own YOUR piece of the white sand!

White Sand Listings/Gilbert Realty

82 Veterans Hwy.
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
United States
7708863813

Recent Articles

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01 Sep 2023

Top 7 Tips To Attract the Best Offers for Your Home

by Linda Frakes

Not long ago, home sellers were in their heyday, as historically-low mortgage rates triggered a real estate buying frenzy. However, the Federal Reserve shut down the party when it began raising interest rates last...

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31 Jul 2023

7 Common Homebuyer Regrets (And How To Avoid Them)

by Linda Frakes

To avoid buyer’s remorse, be sure to consider your future self when shopping for a home.  Most new homebuyers don’t regret becoming homeowners. In fact, according to a survey by LendingTree, 80% of recent...

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01 Jul 2023

Renovate or Relocate? 3 Questions To Help You Decide

by Linda Frakes

Does your current home no longer serve your needs? If so, you may be torn between relocating to a new home or renovating your existing one. This can be a difficult choice, and there’s...

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01 Jun 2023

National Real Estate Market Update for 2023

by Linda Frakes

There’s an old adage in real estate: location, location, location. But ever since the Federal Reserve began its series of inflation-fighting interest rate hikes last year, a new mantra has emerged: mortgage rates, mortgage...

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01 May 2023

How to Become a Homeowner on a First-Time Buyer’s Budget

by Linda Frakes

It’s not easy being a first-time homebuyer right now. At the end of last year, housing affordability hit an all-time low.1 Additionally, mortgage rates have risen significantly since 2021, while inventory remains tight for...

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31 Mar 2023

Stress-Free Home Cleaning: 27 Practical Tactics for Busy Households

by Linda Frakes

Keeping a clean and orderly home is a challenge for many of us. Between busy work schedules, social obligations, and family commitments, it’s tough to keep up with daily chores—let alone larger seasonal tasks....

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28 Feb 2023

My Home Didn’t Sell! Now What?

by Linda Frakes

When it comes to listing their home, most home sellers want three things: 1) to make a lot of money, 2) to put in minimal time and effort, and 3) to sell quickly. But...

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31 Jan 2023

Top 6 Home Design Trends To Watch in 2023

by Linda Frakes

Over the past few years, many of us have spent extra time at home—and that means we appreciate the personal design touches that make a house cozy and comfortable more than ever. Some of...

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01 Jan 2023

2023 Real Estate Market Outlook (And What It Means for You)

by Linda Frakes

Last year, one factor drove the real estate market more than any other: rising mortgage rates.  In March 2022, the Federal Reserve began a series of interest rate hikes in an effort to pump...

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30 Nov 2022

Home for the Holidays: How To Stretch Your Budget in a Season of Inflation

by Linda Frakes

You don’t have to break the bank to celebrate the holidays in style—even in this season of inflation. Prices may be higher on everything from food to gifts to decorations, but there are still...

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Recent Listings

DORSETT-Ariel-Pompano Joes

One Block from the Beach in Destin for $329,900!!!

Active | 2 BR | 1.5 BA | 550 sqft

Welcome to your new beach escape, located in beautiful Miramar Beach, FL. This updated cottage is perfect for anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the city life. Boasting new floors throughout...

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Freeport Hwy. 331-11

7.62 acres in fast growing Freeport for only $299k! PENDING!!!

Active | BR | BA | sqft

7.62 acre property in the City of Freeport Zoned RESIDENTIAL. Have dreams of owning your own mini-ranch? Looking to develop a small subdivision? There’s a lot of land here for a VERY REASONABLE price!!!  

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Freeport Hwy. 331-6

2.36 acres in fast growing FREEPORT-NEW PRICE $1,180,000! SOLD!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Active | BR | BA | sqft

2.36 acres near the intersection of Highway 331 (4 lane/direct link to I-10) and Highway 20 zoned COMMERCIAL. Just north of the Emerald Coast, Freeport is booming!  An existing strip center anchored by Publix is...

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