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Nick Christmas, LPT Realty

Nick Christmas is a real estate professional with a strong background in property management and short-term rentals.

Known for transparency, market insight, and a data-driven approach, Nick helps clients throughout the Florida Panhandle.

08/04/2026

In my last video I mentioned months supply of inventory when I broke down the market update, and a few people reached out and asked what that actually means, so here's the full breakdown. 📊

Months supply of inventory: under 4 = seller's market. 4–6 = balanced. Over 6 = buyer's market.

Right now in our local market, we're at 7.9 months — down from 9.5 a year ago. Buyers still have room to negotiate, but that window is shrinking.

Questions about what this means for your situation? Send me a message.

📍 Panama City Beach, FL | LPT Realty

08/03/2026

🚨 I ALMOST DIDN'T MAKE IT BACK FROM THIS SHOWING 🚨

They don't put this in the real estate license course, but they SHOULD 📚⚠️

Yesterday I stared down a listing that fought back. There was blood. There were casualties. There was a moment where I genuinely questioned if "realtor" and "stunt double" should be the same job title 🩸🎬

I didn't cross an ocean. I didn't scale a mountain. I walked through a backyard and lived to tell the tale 🏔️➡️🏡

So next time someone says real estate is just "opening doors and taking pictures," I need you to picture me, wounded, still smiling for the listing photos, because THE SHOW MUST GO ON 🎭📸

Hazard pay. Where is it? I've earned it. 💰🩹

If you need an agent tough enough to survive a rogue fence nail AND still close your deal the same week... I'm your person 📲😂

07/30/2026

The June 2026 numbers for the Panama City-Panama City Beach MSA are in and this market is heating up.

Closed sales up 12.2%. Pending sales up 22.5% year over year. Months of supply dropped from 9.5 to just 7.9 - this market is tightening fast.

But here’s the part nobody’s talking about: properties are taking LONGER to go under contract, not shorter. 63 days now vs. 50 a year ago. And sellers are getting about 94.7% of list price.

Both things are true at once. More buyers are coming back into the market, but they’re taking their time and they’re still negotiating. That’s a window, and it’s closing.

Active inventory: 3,776 (-4.2%)
Total volume: $255.8M (+22.1%)

Worth saying clearly: this is the full metro - Panama City, Panama City Beach, and all of Bay County. Your street, your building, and your price band can tell a very different story than the metro average.

So if you’ve been waiting for the “right time,” this is what the right time looks like in data - not headlines.

Questions about your specific price band, building, or street? Drop it in the comments or send me a DM. I’ll pull the numbers.

Data: MLS & SunStats / Panama City-Panama City Beach MSA, June 2026

07/28/2026

Inspections, client calls, a showing that ran long; today has been non-stop. But even on the busiest days, you make time for a bowl of jambalaya this good. 🥘

Grabbed lunch at Big Easy in Panama City Beach between meetings, and it was worth every minute of the pause. This place has been putting authentic New Orleans flavor on the beach since it opened in December 2024. Hand-stirred roux, the "Holy Trinity," the real deal.

Back to it after this one. More on spots like this in my recent blog: https://nickchristmas.com/blog/7-Signature-Gulf-Seafood-Dishes-That-Define-the-Panama-City-Beach-Experience

07/26/2026

𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗮 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗕𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 — 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟭𝟴–𝟮𝟱 🌊

Here's where the local STR and residential market stands this last week:

📈 1,546 active listings
🤝 122 pending
✅ 27 sold
💰 $427K average sale price
📅 137.73 average days on market

Inventory is steady, and buyers still have room to negotiate. If you've been sitting on the fence about a property here, this is a good window to talk numbers.

Thinking about buying, selling, or turning a property into a short-term rental? Send me a message - happy to walk you through what these numbers mean for your specific situation.

📍 Panama City Beach, FL
Nick Christmas | REALTOR® · LPT Realty

07/23/2026

The things we do for our clients. 🤫🚪

Today, I found myself hiding in a closet - literally. Our photographer filmed a walkthrough video for a client in Panama City Beach, and he told me to get out of sight, so I did. No lights, no complaints, just a REALTOR® doing whatever it takes to get the shot right.

Turns out closets make great hiding spots, they just don't make great selfie lighting. 😂 (Brightened up the photo so you could see me!)

Moral of the story: whatever it takes to get you into your next property, I'm all in, even if it means a few minutes in the dark surrounded by hangers.

Buying or selling on the Emerald Coast? Let's make it happen. Send me a message and let's get you moved in! 📩

07/22/2026

🏡 JUST CLOSED! 🏡

Congratulations to my buyers on the purchase of their beautiful new property in Panama City Beach! 🎉

This move-in-ready 3-bed/2-bath property checks every box: solar panels for energy efficiency (paid off before closing,) a screened-in (heated) pool with separate hot tub for year-round relaxation, and a peaceful setting in PCB's best neighborhood - The Glades!

And the best part? My clients are now officially my neighbors! There's nothing better than helping buyers find not just a house, but a place in a community I love. 🌴

Another happy buyer, smooth transaction, and now a new neighbor!

📲 Thinking about buying or selling on the Emerald Coast? Whether you're searching for your first home, an investment property, or ready to list one you already own, I'd love to help you navigate the process from start to close. Reach out anytime!

07/04/2026

This Fourth of July is extra special as we celebrate 250 years of American independence.

It's a time to reflect on the history that shaped our nation, appreciate the freedoms we enjoy today, and look ahead with hope for the generations to come. Whether you're spending the day with family, watching fireworks, or enjoying your local community, here's to celebrating the places we call home and the people who make them special.

Wishing everyone a safe, happy, and memorable Independence Day! 🇺🇸

How are you celebrating this historic Fourth of July?

07/03/2026

BREAKING: local REALTOR® discovered lightly toasted in own vehicle. 🔥

Cause of death: 147°F and a black interior in July. 💀 In lieu of flowers, please send buyer leads and iced coffee. 😂

This is your friendly reminder that summer on the Emerald Coast does NOT play. Stay hydrated, park in the shade, and if you're thinking about buying or selling, let's talk (in the AC). ☀️🌊

06/21/2026

Bad dad jokes? I've got plenty. But when it comes to your biggest investment, I let the numbers do the talking. 📊

Every day I dig into the data, comps, market trends, days-on-market, and rental projections so the families I work with can make confident, informed decisions instead of guesses.

To all the dads out there guiding, providing, and showing up: Happy Father's Day. Hope today is full of rest, good food, and maybe a groan-worthy joke or two. 🎉

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