Amelia Island Real Estate, Fernandina Beach FL Homes for Sale

Amelia Island Real Estate Architecture

Kathy Williams — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 19:43:00 GMT

Amelia Island Real Estate Architecture

Amelia Island Florida, home to beautiful and historic Fernandina Beach is blessed with an amazing array of architectural styles. It is not hard to understand that due to the historical background of the Island and the prominent place it held in early American history, there would be many homes built in the late 1800s that are still standing and represent the period past.

Amelia Island real estate consists of the historic homes and buildings in the historic district to the modern structures in the newer subdivisions scattered throughout the Island. During the period immediately following WW11 a series of home were constructed jus t east of the downtown town district that have remained some of Amelia Island real estate’s nicer homes even until today.

Fernandina Beach has always been a summer haven for our neighbors just across the line into Georgia. It is sometimes referred to as “The Riviera of South Georgia.”Along the coast on the north end of the Island there were built many small beach cottages around the turn of the century and have had a severe influence on property values in the area since. Today, as a general rule, the further south you go on the Island the higher the property values. That is not to say that you can pick up a Fernandina Beach homes for sale at a bargain, even on the north end. Today, the past is giving away to the present and it is not uncommon to see one of the original beach cottages being replaces with a modern structure.

Amelia Island real estate styles take a drastic change the further south you go on the Island. Over the past twenty years, with the coming of Amelia Island Plantation and the Ritz Carlton Hotel, Amelia Island has become a haven of retired business executives and as a second home enclave for the same. Obviously, they have made quite an impression on the Island architecture. Beautiful well maintained homes have sprung up along the many golf courses dotting the south end of the Island.

Come visit the Island. You will love it

WHAT HAS THE INTERNET DONE TO THE REAL ESATE INDUSTRY?

Kathy Williams — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 18:24:00 GMT

WHAT HAS THE INTERNET DONE TO THE REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY?

Admittedly, there is probably no industry or profession that the Internet has not affected. To me a REALTOR®, I feel that the real estate industry is truly at the top of the lists of industries that are most affected. I will make my case.

Prior to the Internet, each local MLS would publish a book with each listing from within the local Board of REALTORS®. This book was considered the “Holy Grail” of real estate and only the select few had access to the information therein. We protected our valuable information with our life. Should anyone wish to purchase a home he only place to find their piece of paradise was from me… the local REALTOR®. Oh, how important I was.

Viola, the Internet was established and of course my beloved industry was a pioneer in joining the fun. Gone are the days when the buyer clamored to get an appointment with me. Gone is the precious book. Gone is my usefulness. So you think I am sad, lonely and depressed? Well, it is quite the opposite. I love it. Today, that little hi-tech couple comes to me, sheet of paper in hand, complete with description, features, pictures and all the valuable information that I once considered so sacred and says “I want to make an offer!” “Let me show you a better home down the street”, “No, that one has 127 less square feet and no back porch.”

So have I been replaced by the Internet? No, quite the opposite, only my duties have changed. Today my job is to guide, assist, council and negotiate in a manner that was not necessary in the low-tech past. My father tells of land transactions taking place with a handshake, a check and a signed deed. Wouldn’t I love one of those today. Today, that sweet young couple selects their dream home, one of the many Amelia Island homes for sale, and that is where I really come to work. Out come the paperwork, the disclosures, the homeowner association by-laws and constitution and all that other stuff that is necessary to complete the transaction. I should have gone to law school!

As a REALTOR, who sells Amelia Island real estate, I love my job. This blog may sound as if I am old and/or bitter but quite the opposite is true. There is such a joy in helping people achieve their dream. Sure, my responsibilities have changed over the years but the end results are pure joy.

Amelia Island Real Estate, Prices and Trends

Kathy Williams — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 17:34:00 GMT

Amelia Island Real Estate, Pricing and Trends

A recent survey by realtor.org has produced some interesting statistics about the prices of single family home in America. We have all heard and understand that our homes are probably the highest prices item that we own. I will contend that they are also the best investment that we have ever made. Is there any wonder that our home is referred to as “The American Dream?”

Purchasing a home has always been considered a good investment as it continues to build equity over time. Below is the national trend of values over the last 17 years.

· 1990 $95,500.00

· 1995 $112,900.00

· 2000 $139,000.00

· 2005 $219,600.00

· 2007 $222,600.00

The National Association of REALTORS® has stated that you can expect your home to double in value over a 10 year period, on average.

The median price of U.S. home by geographic areas:

· West $341,300.00

· Midwest $165,300.00

· South $185,000.00

· Northeast $276,800.00

I find it interesting that the median home in the west is more than double the median value of a home in the Midwest.

In our local market, Amelia Island/Fernandina Beach/ Yulee and all of Nassau County I have seen and have calculated a reduction in value of resale single family homes from a high of $270,000.00 in December of 2006 to the present resale value of approximately $230,000.00 in June 2008. This represents a drop of about 15% which exactly corresponds with my personal feeling that the values of ALL homes in the County have lost 15% over the same period. Yes, apples and oranges, but still the figures are close.

Amelia Island real estate is holding its’ own very well. Yes, there are quite a number of Amelia Island homes for sale. The prices have fallen but not as much as properties off island

Amelia Island, American Beach to Amelia Island State Park

Kathy Williams — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 20:09:00 GMT

Amelia Island, American Beach South to Nassau Sound

After departing Amelia Islands’ American Beach, we begin the final leg of our walk along the beautiful beaches of Amelia Island. We have walked past some spectacular Amelia Island real estate. We have enjoyed the historical places and the natural beauty of this unique Island. We have watched the ocean and felt the gentle breeze as well as reflected on the awesome power that lies just under the surface of the gentle waves. What a pleasure it has been.

Now just ahead is the gentle giant that figuratively put Amelia Island on the map. Until the creation of The Amelia Island Plantation; Amelia Island was a virtual unknown. Fernandina Beach was a paper mill town and a sleepy fishing village. Few people even knew the name of the island only the name of the village, Fernandina Beach.

Approaching Amelia Island Plantation we are immediately aware of its size and splendor. Once again, as was the case at Summer Beach/Ritz Carlton, the developers were extremely conscious when it came to the preservation of natural horticulture. The building themselves, whether they be condo, commercial or hotel, are places in a manner that nature would be disturbed to the minimum.

I will save a more detailed description of Amelia Island Plantation for another blog (or two or three, or twenty).

As we pass the southern portion of Amelia Island Plantation, we experience a most unusual phenomenon; a public beach access for the citizens of the area. County officials have seen to the fact that beach access will not be denied to local residence.

South of Amelia Island you pass several smaller condominium complexes that have been inserted into the rambling golf course just off the beach. Amelia Retreat, The Residence and the crown jewel of Amelia Island, The Sanctuary. The Sanctuary is a group of twelve single family residential lots, each composed of just over one acre and each having frontage both on A1A and the Atlantic Ocean. This is truly Amelia Island Real estate at its best.

Continuing south we pass a large area of undeveloped ocean front property before entering the southernmost tip of the Island. Say welcome to Amelia Island State Park. Amelia Island State Park encompasses the entire southern tip of the Island. With broad sand beaches, open to the public for driving. As you approach the park, one is awestruck at the spectacular view as the Nassau River meets the Atlantic Ocean. Sandbars dot the entire expanse of the waterway and are clearly evident by the irregular chop of the water. There is no market channel for navigation as the sand is constantly shifting and use of the entrance to inland waters is defiantly not recommended.

Amelia Island State Park is truly one of the most beautiful spots on this majestic Island. To the north we saw many Amelia Island homes for sale. Here we see nature

Amelia Islands' American beach

Kathy Williams — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 17:51:00 GMT

AMELIA ISLANDS’ AMERICAN BEACH

Remember, we have just departed The Ritz Carlton Hotel on our walk south. We have just past some of Amelia Island real estate’s finest properties. Suddenly, American Beach.

American Beach was founded in 1935 by A.L. Lewis, president of Afro-American Life Insurance Company, with home offices in Jacksonville. American Beach was to be a resort community for Americas black citizens. Lewis’ vision was that the black community could have access to the beaches since segregation was being enforced at the time.

American Beach was envisioned to be a special place where the black community could relax, as well as a place to own property and be free from the stress of segregation. Due to its close proximity to the Jacksonville office where most of the employees were Afro-American, it was a perfect location.

The property itself consisted of some 200 acres of prime coastline Amelia Island real estate. Both single story and two story dwellings were built along with several commercial establishments. Today developers have purchased and have begun the re-development of nearly half of the original property. Even though American Beach, which is situated between The Ritz Carlton Hotel and The exclusive Amelia Island Plantation, does not share the preservation of natural beauty as its’ neighbors, it is sad to see such a national treasure go the way it is headed.

Is there any wonder that American Beach was placed on the National Register of Historic places in 2002 and is one of the stops on The Florida Black Heritage Trail?

MaVynee Betsch, popularly known as “The Beachlady” was a local character and staunch environmentalist until her recent death. The Beachlady is reported to have had hair 7 feet long.

Now it’s time to return to the sands of American Beach and continue our walk south. One must realize that we have just seen a portion of history, in a most unsuspecting place. What was once a very proud and special is now becoming just another part of Amelia Island with the numerous signs in the front yard announcing: Fernandina Beach homes for sale.

AMELIA ISLAND PETERS POINT TO AMERICAN BEACH

Kathy Williams — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 13:24:00 GMT

Amelia Islands’ Peters Point to American Beach

Peters Point only provided a break in the walk south. There have been some Fernandina Beach homes for sale along the way but there are no commercial establishments other than an occasional vendor during the weekends.

Immediately upon returning to the walk the Carlton Dunes Condominiums of Amelia Island cannot be ignored. Each standing seven stories tall and lined up like soldiers on parade.

The entire essence of the Island changes as you walk past. No longer do you have the feel of a sleepy beachside casual village but you immediately move into an exclusive ocean resort; and rightfully so. The Carlton Dunes Condominiums are part of the Ritz Carlton Hotel complex which we are now approaching.

Amelia Island has always been special. Long before it was ever considered a “resort community,” it had a rich history. From the early days of American history up until the turn of the century Amelia Island has stood out from other areas of the Atlantic Coast. I cannot believe that the draw to Amelia was anything other than the fabulous beauty that nature provided. Because of this uniqueness, the outside world was destined to come. First, Amelia Island Plantation was established and flourished. Then the, The Ritz Carlton Hotel along with the development of Summer Beach opened the floodgates of tourism. Amelia Island will never be the same.

The area that I have just mentioned is the section of Amelia that we are now walking. Is there any questioning the reasoning of the developers this particular section of the coast? Without a doubt, if you are seeking Amelia Island real estate, this is some of the finest. I really believe that it would be impossible to walk this portion of the Island without stopping to marvel at both mans and natures creations.

Passing the hotel itself and the support buildings, you return to the smaller patio homes and more modest condominiums that compose Summer Beach. Once again, the developers have done a wonderful job of protect the natural beauty within the confines of a manmade resort.

Suddenly, Summer Beach is behind us. We are preparing to walk through “history”, American Beach. Friday’s blog will be devoted entirely to American Beach.

Amelia Island Beaches, Sadler Road to Peters Point

Kathy Williams — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 15:12:00 GMT

Amelia Island, Sadler Roads to Peters’ Point

Let’s continue our walk down Amelia Islands’ beautiful beach. We began the walk at Fort Clinch on the north end and now are nearing the center of this historic island.

Oh, how Amelia Island real estate is changing. No more little beach cottages that were seen on the north end. Now we are entering into a much more modern area. Two story, modern homes are the norm. Nature still provides the wide beaches with its’ silver sand, low dunes and the ever present sea oats. In order to reach the ocean, home owners have constructed long wooden walkway over the dunes in order to protect them. Yes, they do somehow distract from the natural beauty but in order to protect nature, we must give up something. I feel that it is a small price to pay.

Those of you who have followed my blog and symbolically walked with me should be aware that the further south we walk, the more modern and exclusive Amelia Island is becoming. As Amelia Inland has begun to be discovered by the outside world, the more people have desired to relocate to this paradise. Fernandina Beach has become a Mecca for the more affluent. Although the real estate market is stable, There are many Amelia Island homes for sale. I presume, it is the nature of a resort community.

As a 42 year resident of the county, I recognize that the residences, the homes, the dwellings themselves are beginning to evolve. I have seen the small single story homes give way to the second story being added. In a few locations the older homes have actually been replaced. One must wonder what will be the face of Amelia Island real estate in the next 42 years.

As I continuing on south, I notice a very slow and subtle change in the beach itself. To this observer, the beach itself is whiter and wider, the homes are prettier, and at the risk of being called a chauvinist, the girls seem to get prettier. (I just had to insert that). Two and three story condominiums and townhouses dot the landscape now. I wish that I might be good enough at writing to adequately describe the beauty of the Island. Did the native Timucuan Indians appreciate the natural beauty?

Entering the Peters Point it is quite evident that it is a very popular area. Driving on the beaches of Amelia Island is prohibited in most areas, however there is strong local resistance to closing the traffic altogether. Alas, Peters Pont. For a distance of about one fourth mile beach goers are allowed to drive their cars on the sand, thereby making it a very popular area for beachgoers.

jim

Walking south From Fernandina Beachs' Main Beach

Kathy Williams — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 13:49:00 GMT

Walking South from Main Beach

Let’s continue our walk south along Amelia Islands’ sandy shore from where we left off at Main Beach.

Entering the sand after our brief stop at Main Beach, refreshed from the cooling drink and casual conversations with both tourist and locals, we see very little change in the Fernandina Beach homes. They are mostly leftovers from the past century. The sandy beach is unusually steep and crushed seashells have replaced the normal white silvery sand. Yet there is a simple beauty in the majestic of the sea. The waves are small and quiet but you are ever aware that underneath the surface of this placid setting lies a mighty giant ready to arise once the wind shifts and increases in strength. It is truly a force to reckon with.

Continuing south, the Amelia Island real estate is showing sign of change. Dwindling are the antiquated “beach cottages” of the past. Slowly you begin to see modest homes dated probably into the early to mid 20thcentury, It’s is easy to dream that you might love to own one of these. “I wonder if there are Amelia Island homes for sale in my price range. Oh, I love the one built on stilts.”

Slowly I notice a subtle change in the shore line. The steep slope, that was present when I began my walk back at Main Beach, is giving way to a gentler slope. It is much more reminiscent of what we normally think of as seashore---beautiful.

Looking west from the shore it is very evident that change is present. Homes have really gone up in value. Nature has intervened also. The low soft dunes covered with sea oats have become ever wider. Amelia Island homes are now set back further from the water. It is so wonderful to appreciate how man has gone to great lengths to protect the shore. I know, we hear so much negativism about destroying the planet. Yet, so little is said about the man’s efforts to preserve it.

Ahead I see what must be an old hotel or the likes. There are many more people on the beach and even a few cars. This is the first sigh of commercialism that I have seen since leaving Main Beach at least a mile back.

It has been only a few minutes since I started walking but I think I will stop again, enjoy another refreshing drink and surely meet some new faces before continuing on. Amelia Island is truly a fascinating place.

We will continue south soon.

WHY IS AMELIA ISLAND SO SPECIAL?

Kathy Williams — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 14:59:00 GMT

WHY IS AMELIA ISLAND SO SPECIAL?

Every place I go I am taunting and praising the many attributes of Amelia Island. Being a REALTOR®, I am always talking about Amelia Island real estate. I presume, due to my enthusiasm about this little piece of paradise, I continue to get the question: “Why is Amelia Island so special?” I will attempt to answer but let me assure you that my responses will be in no particular order. What is first in my mind today will be down the list tomorrow.

Probably the beaches are the crowning jewel. There are thirteen miles of pure white sand, from the St. Mary’s’ River to the north to the broad expanses of the Nassau River Sound to the south. White sand that gets between your toes, which legend has it will never get out.

Fort Clinch is located at the north of this majestic island. Should you let your imagination wander, you will have no trouble visualizing the thinking of our forefathers, as they selected this site for early settlement. One of the claims to fame of Amelia Island is the fact that it has served under eight different national flags. It is reported that no other place in America has served under as many. Even our predecessors recognized how special Amelia Island was.

Continue walking south, along Amelia Islands silver sand, you pass an area known simply as North Beach. This was the area that developed in the late 18th and 19th century as ocean front vacation homes. It was an area that became very popular with South Georgia residents as a vacation get-a-way. Thus the name “South Georgia’s Riviera.” Look closely, the cottages of the past are giving way to modern dwellings, many of which should easily be called luxury homes.

“Main Beach” marks the southern boundary of what I have previously referred to as “North Beach.” In years past it sported a very small recreation area similar to some of the boardwalks of larger communities. A waterslide, concessions, local watering holes and the like were here. The waterslide is gone, some of the restaurants remain, but little of the “charm” of Main Beach remains. I still like to go to Main Beach, there is a park maintained by the City of Fernandina Beach, small sand dunes and sea oats maintained by Our Maker. There are things that we should never destroy.

In future blogs, I will continue my walk south along the shore line of Amelia Island. The sand remains white; however the real estate begins to change. Whatever the scenery, Amelia Island remains “Special!”

AMELIA ISLAND, MY LITTLE CORNER OF THE WORLD.

Kathy Williams — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 18:30:00 GMT

Several weeks ago, my husband Jim and I thought it would be interesting to just getaway for a while. No place special in mind, we just wanted to go. As REALTORS®, we went through the normal steps of having an associate take our calls, put the dog in the kennel, and away we went. Jim is a third generation native Floridian. Having spent all of his life enjoying the many blessings of living an eventful life in Florida, he held out for a mini trip through his beloved state.

We traveled southwest from beautiful Amelia Island through Starke, Gainesville and on to US19 along the west coast of the state. Jim remarked: “very little change from the past except for the size of the towns. They are still sleepy and holding to the tradition of rural north central Florida.” Once we reached Homosassa, we turned south. Nothing special except the demure changed to a frantic hustle and bustle. Gone was the quiet peaceful Florida that Jim had such vivid memories.

There were exceptions. We would get off US 19 on occasion and wander through the streets of the various towns and gulf coast communities. Sure some were impressive with their manicured lawns and two story mansions. To Jim, it was not the old Florida.”

Near Tarpon Springs we began to look for lodging for the night. We wanted a hotel or motel on the gulf. To our total amazement, we could find no place to stay. Yes, there were a number of condominiums with weekly rentals but no overnight accommodations. Granted, we were strangers in the area and more than likely we passed a number of places but we found none of them. On down to St Petersburg then Sarasota, still no motels. At dark approached, Jim guided us to I-75 where we did find lodging for the night. Not on the gulf, no Florida sand between our toes but at least a place to spend the night.

Next morning we awoke and immediately took a up a direct route east, across the state. We reached the Atlantic at Cocoa Beach and immediately found reservations in a wonderful oceanfront hotel. At last we were back to Florida.

Sunday evening, we reluctantly left Cocoa and returned to our beloved Amelia Island. Our thoughts were in accord. We live in probably the most beautiful part of this great state. We don’t understand why everyone doesn’t live in our back yard but we thank our lucky stars that they don’t. Amelia is truly one of the most pristine places left in the state. When your livelihood comes from selling Amelia Island real estate, it is impossible not to want to see the area grow. As private citizens, one can be quite happy to see it remain quiet, unspoiled and uncongested.

We both enjoyed our long weekend, but oh so happy to be back in paradise. Should you like to visit Amelia Island, please feel free to give Jim or me a call. We love to meet new friends and would be happy to introduce you to our little corner of the world.

AMELIA ISLAND, SMALL TOWN BIG HEART

Kathy Williams — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 18:47:00 GMT

AMELIA ISLAND. SMALL TOWN BIG HEART

If you have never lived in a small town, you have missed a great portion of what life should be like. I have live in the larger metropolitan city; I have live in near isolation in rural Florida. Nothing beats the experience of living in a small town. Yes, I have something to say. Even by now, I am sure that you have guessed that there was a purpose to this post..

I am absolutely amazed at the response that this community has for RELAY FOR LIFE. Although the big weekend event is months away, the community is already alive with activities and fund raisers for the cause.

I am particular impressed with one event, an event, in which I have no connection. Prosperity Bank is sponsoring a free admission “MOVIE IN THE PARKS.” The first feature will be a movie entitled “Sandlot.” The movie will be shown at Amelia Islands, Central Park, at 8:30 P.M. this Saturday. Bring your own chair and blanket, and of course we live in Florida so bring your bug spray.

I can picture it now, moms and dads with their little ones. Possibly a grandma or grandpa all walking into the park, chairs and blankets in tow, to spend a quite family evening in a small town. What better setting to teach the little ones the meaning of family?

But wait! What has a free movie got to do with raising cash for RELAY FOR LIFE? Prosperity Bank will be manning a concession stand with all the items that you might expect at the local cinema. Popcorn, soda, candy and all the other good stuff we have become to expect. EXPECT? No, DEMAND. Let’s also hope that they will have a large container where anyone may feel free to make a donation a great cause.

Congratulations Prosperity Bank, for you creative effort. Thank you Fernandina Beach, simply for being a small town with a big heart. What a wonderful place to live and have the privilege of selling Amelia Island real restate.

Amelia Island Main Beach

Kathy Williams — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 16:37:00 GMT

Fernandina Beach has many beautiful and interesting places to visit and explore. In the future I will attempt to provide to the world my impression of this fabulous Island thru this blog.

When you think of Amelia Island you must think of the ocean… yes the white sand that gets between your toes and once it does, you can never get it out. What is the remedy? There is none, you just fall in love with it and let it become a part of your life. It’s wonderful.

Amelia Island has the beaches and it has the white sand that is so desirable to play both in and on.

Amelia Islands most famous and most popular with visitors is one simply called Main Beach. No fancy name, simply Main Beach. Located at the end of Atlantic Ave, near the North end of the Island, Main Beach provides an easy access to the warm waters of the Atlantic Ocean and also provides several nearby restaurants and neighborhood bars to provide further local color.

The Amelia Island real estate located nearby is typical of the early Island life.

It is a great place to visit and get to know the Island. There is must history to be found at Amelia Islands’ Main Beach.

Certified Foreclosure Prevention Consultant

Kathy Williams — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 13:45:00 GMT

I am happy to announcer that I have just received my certification as a Certified Forclosure Prevention Consultant. This is the finalization of a RE/MAX approved supplier, Roger Butchers' course designed to train agents to deal with Loss Mitigation and Short Sales, should that step become necessary.

We are all very much aware of the rapid expansion of the Short Sale market and the many misunderstanding and confusion that it with-in the industry today. Roger Butcher has created a company to first, mitigate loan modifications between lenders and homeowners prior to foreclosure. As a Certified Foreclosure Prevention Consultant it is my responsibility to locate, and work with home owners who are currently in the foreclosure process or soon to be in this situation. Many homeowners who face foreclosure are not aware of the many options that are available to them. Therefore they do nothing. Fear sets in and fear is advanced by poor advice from well meaning but uneducated friends. In an effort to avoid foreclosure, it is often possible to work with the lender and negotiate a Forbearance, Partial Claim or Loan Modification.

I am looking forward to working in this field. Although Loss Mitigation is a definitely not a bread winner, it is an opportunity to return to the community a valuable service. If we can help someone save their home simply by being knowledgeable and passing it along, is that not a great service?

Now that I have my certification, I am now ready to work with anyone who has Amelia Island real estate and is facing foreclosure or at worst a short sale.

House Warming Parties

Kathy Williams — Thu, 22 May 2008 14:04:00 GMT

In real estate, as in most all professions, a true professional REALTOR® is always looking for ways to improve their performance. Although there are numerous reason a person becomes a REALTOR® the bottom line is, it is our livelihood. Laying aside all gimmicks, advertising or telephoning, meeting people is the true name of the game. Not only is it necessary to meet them, one must also make the impression that you are the best person in the world to help them buy or sell their property.

One of the special little things that I have found is to throw ( or at least offer) a house warming party for each of my clients upon closing of their new home. Not only do they appreciate it , it is well received by their friends and neighbors as a thoughtful gesture. Above and beyond the normal call of duty, not to mention, the normal house warming gift.

Since real estate is my first love, I invite you to visit my website which lists all Amelia Island real estate available. I am sure that you will find it very interesting. Should you wish to view any of the properties please give me a call. Make a purchase through me and I will be happy to put on a great house warming party for you.

THE ALLURE OF REAL ESTATE

Kathy Williams — Tue, 20 May 2008 18:47:00 GMT

What is it about real estate that is so “all-consuming”? Surely it is not the money! I seem to remember that I heard recently that the average realtor only make something in the $35,000.00 area. Real Trends noted that the average realtor only produced 7.6 sides in 2007. Real Trends did not translate that into dollars but we all can do the math.

Is it the prestige? I think not. Have I not heard that REALTORS(r) rank in the area of used car salesmen when it comes to respect? That surly doesn’t seem to help spark any interest.

Is it the unusual hours that we put in? If that is the allure, may heaven help us!

Could it be an attachment to people? To feel their joy, to see them realize their dream, too see the young couple stepping out into the world as a first time home buyer? Now, add to that the area of Gods great world that I personally live in. Amelia Island is a paradise in its self. What a joy to be a part of this great community. What a joy it is to sell Amelia Island real estate right where I love to live and play. I often think why would anyone come to me and say: “I have an Amelia Island home for sale.”

Visit my Amelia Island real estate website There you will find an array of information about Amelia Island, Amelia Island real estate and Amelia Island homes for sale.