Discovering Investment Opportunities with Privy and ECAR in Destin

The Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS® (ECAR), the largest trade association in Northwest Florida, now provides direct-to-MLS data coverage through Privy Pro, transforming how investors find and validate investment deals in Destin, Florida. Serving over 4,500 REALTOR® and affiliate members, ECAR primarily covers Okaloosa and Walton counties, extending into parts of Escambia, Santa Rosa, and Bay counties.

Automated On-Market Deal Discovery

Privy enables investors to automatically discover and validate the best on-market real estate investment deals, drastically reducing the time and effort required to start building cash flow. As of May 2024, the Destin housing market is not very competitive. Home prices increased by 8.7% year-over-year, with a median sale price of $606,100. However, the number of homes sold decreased by 25.8%, with 66 homes sold compared to 89 last year. Homes stay on the market for an average of 62 days, up from 53 days the previous year. The sale-to-list price ratio is 95.8%, indicating that homes sell for slightly below their asking price.

Make the most of the buyers’ market. By leveraging ECAR’s comprehensive MLS data, investors can swiftly identify investment properties that meet specific investment criteria. Advanced filtering tools allow users to outline their preferred areas and set return criteria to find suitable opportunities. This efficient approach saves time by highlighting the most promising on-market deals without relying solely on off-market opportunities.

Efficient Filtering and Quick Decision-Making

With thousands of MLS listings available, Privy’s platform filters through the noise to identify and shortlist the most profitable real estate investment properties. This targeted method boosts investor confidence and provides the necessary insights to make informed decisions. By pinpointing the best options instantly, investors can act quickly, securing profitable deals in a competitive market.

Comprehensive Real-Time Data

Privy Pro’s data integration with ECAR provides investors access to extensive real-time data, including direct MLS feeds, public records, and mortgage information for all residential properties in the US. This wealth of data ensures that every stakeholder can make swift, informed, and effective decisions, from real estate agents and lenders to investors. The combination of comprehensive data and advanced technology allows investors to emulate the success of savvy professionals, minimizing risk, maximizing returns and increasing investor cash flow.