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  1. Ohio Girl

    Misc Calling it

    I reviewed the TRIM statement and the assessed value for County and Other taxing districts increased by 10%. The assessed value for School taxing increased by a whopping 75%. Why would assessed value for school taxes be different? Is this something that I can contest?
  2. Ohio Girl

    Misc Calling it

    We don’t rent our house out and we aren’t homesteaded. Topic of discussion with my better half to decide if we want to spend more time in FL.
  3. Ohio Girl

    Misc Calling it

    You are absolutely right. It will be interesting to see how far prices fall. On a separate note, just received the proposed property tax for Walton Co. The appraised value of our home increased a lot so more money for taxes. I hope everyone who bought homes at ridiculous prices are happy now.
  4. Ohio Girl

    Misc Magnolia Cottages?

    The homes are a bit dated ... about 16 - 17 years old. Until the last few months, these homes were selling in the 490K to 550K range. This market is crazy and I'm not sure if I would buy at these inflated prices. That being said, maybe the prices will stay high; who knows?
  5. Ohio Girl

    Misc Are we entering a real estate bubble?

    I've seen homes sell for almost double in the past 12 months. Not sustainable in my opinion. People are seeing these prices and starting to sell. I've noticed homes may not be moving as quickly as they were 1 or 2 months ago, but still pretty darn fast.
  6. Ohio Girl

    Misc Are we entering a real estate bubble?

    Just curious what others think about the soaring prices of homes in our area? I know the economic conditions are not the same as the previous real estate bubble, but I'm wondering how long these rising prices can be sustained.
  7. Ohio Girl

    Pedestrian Tunnel Construction at East Scenic 30A & 98 Inlet Beach

    Hopefully the new tunnel can handle rain.
  8. Ohio Girl

    Starbucks on 30a?

    There also was one at Water Color.
  9. Ohio Girl

    Misc WaterSound West Beach

    Those lots were in low 400s last year. Just sayin.
  10. Ohio Girl

    Help Me Find

    Why not incorporate Santa Rosa Beach? Might have to annex Rosemary, Seacrest, Inlet and Alys.
  11. Ohio Girl

    Misc Losing Another Classic Beach Cottage?

    This makes me sad. Hate to see the older homes along 30a moved or torn down.
  12. Ohio Girl

    HB 7103 signed into law

    Make your voice heard during the next election. That's the only way to stop these knuckleheads.
  13. Ohio Girl

    Serious injury in Seagrove near Live Oak/30-A

    Is there enforcement of anything in SoWal? I don't understand why there isn't more of a law enforcement presence on 30A.
  14. Ohio Girl

    Eastern Lake Dune

    I saw this on Facebook. What the heck? Why is this dune being bulldozed?
  15. Ohio Girl

    Connector Road Between 30A and 98 East of Seagrove

    This is crazy. A new connector road will not relieve traffic congestion. If a road is allowed through Pt Washington St Forest, that will set a precedent that we will never recover from.
  16. Ohio Girl

    Late October 25th anniversary recommendations

    The Bay and FOOW for lunch. Perfect Pig (Seagrove), La Crema, Paradis, Cafe 30A, Great Southern Kitchen are all great for dinner.
  17. Ohio Girl

    Transforming Communities Through New Urbanism Symposium at Seaside Institute Sep 14-16

    No offense, but it's ironic that the only people who can afford a home in a new urbanism community like Seaside are probably millionaires.
  18. Ohio Girl

    Golf cart accident in Seagrove

    A young man was killed Thursday in Panama City as a result of a golf cart accident.
  19. Ohio Girl

    Golf cart accident in Seagrove

    There are signs clearly posted on the bike path that golf carts are not allowed. People will continue to break the rules if there are no consequences.
  20. Ohio Girl

    Golf cart accident in Seagrove

    Publicizing any mishap on 30A involving a golf cart would be bad for business. It's time for county officials to take a firm stance on these public nuisances. Enforcing the laws would be a good start.
  21. Ohio Girl

    Gas Powered Golf Carts - Noisy!

    FL Statute 316.212 (5) A golf cart may be operated only during the hours between sunrise and sunset, unless the responsible governmental entity has determined that a golf cart may be operated during the hours between sunset and sunrise and the golf cart is equipped with headlights, brake...
  22. Ohio Girl

    Golf carts on our roads

    I was driving on 30A today and in the span of 3 minutes, I saw 2 golf carts driving on the bike trail. Can't these people read?
  23. Ohio Girl

    Golf carts on our roads

    The sheriff should stop some of the carts and give them random breathalyzer tests.
  24. Ohio Girl

    Regional Utilities

    The ERC determines your impact fee and monthly service fee. The monthly minimum for 1 ERC is 23.02 for water and 42.59 for sewer. If the ERC is 1.25, then the monthly minimum for water is 28.78 and 53.24 for sewer.
  25. Ohio Girl

    Regional Utilities

    Go to the document library and select 2018 Rate Schedule. ERC (whatever that means) is determined by the Fixture Value Worksheet. On the fee schedule , you'll see reference to the basic fee and then there's reference to homes that have an ERC of 1.25, 1.5 and 1.75. I completed the Worksheet...
  26. Ohio Girl

    Regional Utilities

    Here's a link to the web site: Water and Sewer Rates | Regional Utilities Refer to Monthly Water and Monthly Sewer. You'll see "Rates Subject to Increase Based on Fixture Value Worksheet". Depending on the number of fixtures in your home, you may pay an additional 25% or 50%.
  27. Ohio Girl

    Regional Utilities

    Does anyone else think that it's odd that water and sewer bills follow a fee structure that is based on the number and type of fixtures in your home? The more fixtures, the higher the bill regardless of water usage. We're paying 25% more for a new home vs. our previous home because the new...
  28. Ohio Girl

    South Walton Beach Rules & Safety Info

    so why don't the beach front owners clean their "yards"? I'm sure if there was trash in the front yard, owners would pick it up.
  29. Ohio Girl

    Hurricane Michael Official News & Info

    Does anyone know how the dune lakes react to storm surge? Do they overflow?
  30. Ohio Girl

    Rash

    Are they bites? Could be from chiggers.
  31. Ohio Girl

    Support Customary Use - Your Input Needed

    So let's start charging real estate taxes on the beaches that are privately owned.
  32. Ohio Girl

    Truth about who belongs to millionaires and billionaires

    As an out-of-state owner, I sure wish I could vote for you.
  33. Ohio Girl

    Ugh - at all the private property signs between Eastern Lake (beach) and Seagrove 1

    This applies to private and public beaches, right? After looking at your pictures, I'd say there are quite a few violations. Sec. 22-55. - Prohibition of obstructions and restrictions of signs on the beach. modified (a) It shall be unlawful for any...
  34. Ohio Girl

    Wonderful family vacation...discouraged by beach issues

    There shouldn't be any pre-setup, period. If someone wants to rent a chair, it should be set up when the person is actually at the beach and taken down when the person leaves.
  35. Ohio Girl

    To Anyone Who Loves the Eastern Lake Inlet

    Over development and money rule So. Walton Co. It's a shame.
  36. Ohio Girl

    Post 30A Depression

    Classic case of Post Paradise Depression.
  37. Ohio Girl

    Crowds/Traffic

    Any time other than spring break and summer is wonderful.
  38. Ohio Girl

    Greenway Station in Seagrove Major Development

    It's all about the $$$$$$. Sad to see such rampant construction/development along 30A. Is there anyone that we can write to express our concerns?
  39. Ohio Girl

    Wanted Considerations when buying a rental condo

    I sent you a message
  40. Ohio Girl

    Wanted Considerations when buying a rental condo

    Don't own a condo, but we do have a rental home. Don't forget internet/cable. If you go with a rental agency, they will deduct a commission fee from the gross rentals; if you decide to manage the rentals yourself, you will most likely pay for a service such as VRBO or Homeaway. Ask about...
  41. Ohio Girl

    Customary Use of SoWal Beaches: Contact Governor Scott

    I'd be curious as to how many beach front owners are full time residents. I suspect the number is low.
  42. Ohio Girl

    For Rent Perfect Rental for Snowbirds

    Our cottage is tentatively rented for Jan and Feb 2019. Also, it is for sale so I'm not entering into any new rental agreements. Thank you for your interest!
  43. Ohio Girl

    Misc Kaiya Beach Resort on 26 Acres in South Walton

    What's the latest with Kaiya? Has anyone seen what the pricing will be like? Merry Christmas.
  44. Ohio Girl

    Peace and Quiet. Is it possible in South Walton?

    MTV's new reality show ... this should be good for business "Set in the Florida Panhandle along the beach that stretches all the way to Alabama, "MTV Floribama Shore” is the story of eight young adults who come to spend the summer in the hottest beach town on the Gulf Coast, Panama City Beach...
  45. Ohio Girl

    Wanted Vacation rental for May 19-May 22 Santa Rosa Beach or PCB (West End)

    You don't have to pay the VRBO service fee as long as you do NOT use the Book Online feature. Send an email inquiry via VRBO to the owner. Most owners will be happy to work with you and avoid the special fee.
  46. Ohio Girl

    Mattress for Vacation Rental

    Thinking of replacing mattresses in our VR. I'm overwhelmed by all the different mattresses out there and don't even know where to start. We currently have Firm mattresses but some of our renters have complained (I personally like them). I would appreciate any recommendations for reasonably...
  47. Ohio Girl

    Locals Choice's And Most Overrated 30a Dining Spots

    Love the Perfect Pig in Seagrove. The potato parmesan crusted grouper is quite tasty.
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