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Sandi Smith, Realtor Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist, Panama City Beach, FL (2026)

03/15/2026

After a very busy weekend, I looked over at Shane after church and said, “Where ya taking me today on a date??”

Instead of staying on the beach like we usually do, we ventured out of our normal routine. With our new home in Woodlawn right by the Hathaway Bridge, Panama City has been a new, refreshing place for us to explore!

We landed at Alice's on Bayview, and let me tell you, deciding what to order was a struggle…in the BEST way! Everything sounded downright yummy.

Shane and I agreed there was too much good stuff to decide so we got a couple different things. We started with the cheese grits and meatballs as an appetizer. The tomato gravy almost stopped me in my tracks - this combo was nothing I’d ever dream up, but it was sooo good.

Of course, Shane had to get his steady, classic..pancakes and sausage. I don’t buy table syrup at home, but he loves it, so having some old-fashioned pancakes with syrup made his whole day.

Alice’s on Bayview is the perfect little vibe with live music. And they perfectly balance an upbeat atmosphere without the feeling of being rushed. Plus, it overlooks the beautiful St. Andrews Bay side of town.

If you’re craving a brunch date that feels special, but still relaxed, add this cute lil spot to your list. Alice’s is always pretty bumpin, so make sure to get reservations, or expect a wait!

So grateful Shane and I stepped out of our comfort zone to try a new local spot. 10/10 recommend!

- Sandi

P.S. Shane finished off our little date on Sunday with antiquing. It was the best day.
P.P.S He’s my absolute favorite. ❤️

03/10/2026

No rain is going to ruin my parade today! Last September, right after the rental season slowed down, I listed a unit at The Summit for a sweet family who had simply reached a new season of life and was ready to move onto their next chapter.

With kids getting busier and another baby on the way, managing their beach investment properties just wasn’t a priority anymore. Despite heading into the winter season (not ideal for listing a property on the beach) they knew it was time. I was transparent with them and they understood that patience would be a big piece of their recipe for success.

This unit was absolutely beautiful - fully remodeled and rent-ready. So we priced at $350,000, leveraging my social media marketing for exposure.

We closed at $335,000 in a little after three months. Through the whole transaction, I prioritized calm communication and clear expectations. No stress. No guessing.

Because of that experience, they referred me to help with another unit at The Summit. This one was a great lower-floor unit on the east end of the beach, which let’s be honest has become one of the best spots with everything happening nearby.

That unit went under contract in just two months.

Here in Panama City Beach, I see a TON of condos sitting on the market and listings expiring.

These two sales are proof of something I believe deeply…consistent marketing, honest conversations, and steady follow up still work.

Even in a shifting market.

Selling a condo isn’t just about throwing a sign up and praying. It’s about timing, positioning, and having someone tell you the truth every step of the way.

If you own a condo at The Summit, or anywhere in PCB, and you’ve been wondering, “Is now the right time?” I’d love to help you figure that out.

No pressure, no strings attached. Just real answers from someone who knows the current PCB market and cares about the people behind the sale.

- Sandi
(229) 326-2998

03/05/2026

Welcome to the East End of Panama City Beach, where locals buy, investors win, and guests love to stay! 🏖️
- 2 bedrooms | 1 bathroom | 832 sqft
- Single-story attached unit
- Just 3 blocks from the beach
- High-demand East End location
- No-HOA beach property
- And much more

This condo is priced at $275,000.

📍 5601 Pinetree Avenue A, Panama City

- Sandi
Dalton Wade Real Estate

P.S. If you have any questions about this listing (or other homes for sale here in the greater Panama City Beach area), feel free to call or text (229) 326-2998.

03/04/2026

Entry level beach investment, affordable HOA and just steps to the sand! 🌴
- 1 bedroom, 1 bath
- Steps from the sand at Beach Access 70
- Strong rental demand
- Community pool
- Smart entry into beach investing
- And much more

This home is priced at $240,000.

📍 17614 Front Beach Road 6C, Panama City Beach

- Sandi and Marley
Dalton Wade Real Estate

P.S. If you have any questions about this listing (or other homes for sale here in the greater Panama City Beach area), feel free to call or text (229) 326-2998.

03/02/2026

YOU'RE INVITED! The weather is beautiful and we're ready for some beach time! Join us for some good music, fellowship & fun this Friday, March 6th from 6pm - 9pm at Schooners beachside 🏝️

Swing by for some delicious food, meet some new friends, and have some fun...no strings attached!

Come join us at Schooners beachside on Friday, March 6th from 6:00 to 9:00! ⏰

Send me an RSVP via text if you can make it: (229) 326-2998 📲

See y'all there!
- Sandi

03/02/2026

River Camps on Crooked Creek is an exclusive bayside sanctuary where custom homes, preserved nature, and a true coastal lifestyle come together without the congestion of typical beach communities.
- 3 bedrooms | 3.5 bathrooms
- Functional and luxurious layout
- Low maintenance, private yard
- Resort-style clubhouse and pool, fire pits, and playground
- Private marina with direct access to Crooked Creek, West Bay, and the Gulf of Mexico
- And much more

📍 8555 Preservation Drive, Panama City Beach

- Sandi
Dalton Wade Real Estate

P.S. If you have any questions about this listing (or other homes for sale here in the greater Panama City Beach area), feel free to call or text (229) 326-2998.

02/23/2026

10 things every homeowner should do BEFORE putting a "For Sale" sign in their yard:

1. I would replace all of my shower curtains with new ones. I would choose neutral colors like ivory, grey, taupe or tan and I wouldn’t choose any crazy/loud patterns. Yes, that means those beautiful beachy shower curtains gotta go!

2. I would replace every lightbulb that wasn’t working or any of them that were casting a yellow shade. I would choose the brightest white lightbulbs I could find. The brighter the room, the larger it looks.

3. This one is hard - I would declutter. I’d minimize the amount of throw blankets I have. (anyone else have an obsession with blankets?) I would take my personal photos off of the wall and put them in the attic or in storage. I would try to minimize my clutter by at least 50%.

4. I would make my home smell INCREDIBLE! I would buy a couple of wax warmers at a store and a few bars of wax. The scents that I prefer are vanilla, citrus and anything that smells like baked goods. The better the house smells, the more at home the buyer will feel.

5. I would touch up the paint on any doors, trim, baseboards or walls as needed. If I didn’t have the exact paint color, I would try to get a paint match at a local paint store. If that wasn’t an option, I would just clean everything really well and leave it.

6. On the day of photos, I would hide EVERYTHING! Hide dishes in the dishwasher, throw those counter appliances in cabinets, stash toys underneath beds. The bedrooms should have a bed, dresser, tv and nightstands. The living room should have seating, end tables, lamps, and TV. That’s it. Anything else would get hidden somewhere.

7. I would deep clean the entire home paying special attention to baseboards, cabinet covers, fans, door k***s, showers and bathtubs. If you don’t have the time, hiring a professional cleaner for a few hundred bucks is totally worth it!

8. I would have the yard mowed and the landscaping trimmed. First impressions make a big impact, and maintained landscaping appears tidy and clean.

9. Pressure wash any concrete leading up to my home. If you don’t have one, find a friend who has one. If no friends have one, it’s worth it to hire a professional.

10. This last one is completely subjective, but I think it makes a difference. I would invest in some tropical landscaping or plants if you haven't already! Most people come to Panama City Beach looking for their dream beach property or their beach escape....give the people what they want! And that can all start with landscaping first impressions!

Those are my ten things I would make sure to do before I put my home on the market. These items are going to be well worth your time, money and energy. The things above make a huge difference. If you want me to walk through your house and give guidance on what else you can do to make sure you get top dollar just call, text, or message me anytime!

- Marley
(229) 326-3773

02/17/2026

I started following Rachel Smith and her business Blue Waters Family Medicine on social media. Her outgoing personality and informational videos kind of reminded me of myself and I just knew I needed to meet her and see what her business was about!

Fast forward and now Rachel has helped my whole family on our health journeys. 💙

Rachel originally had zero intention of opening her own office. She started her career in the medical field 28 years ago as an EMT, worked in a walk-in clinic here in Bay County, and even went to nursing school…but she always wanted more.

After a healthy push from a colleague, she realized she could do so much more for our beautiful little beach town. And now, Rachel is the family nurse practitioner and owner of Blue Waters Family Medicine here in Panama City Beach.

Rachel’s speciality - primary care and family medicine as well as hormone replacement and optimization. Her office also has IV hydration and a variety of other aesthetic procedures.

Her location on the beach is really comfortable and private, making her goal for all patients to feel like friends and family very realistic. Rachel and her team aim to treat every individual exactly like that…individually!

I simply love that Rachel was born and raised here in Bay County, and her business is now continuing to serve the community she cares so much about.

If you’re looking for help along your health journey, give Blue Waters Family Medicine a call! Rachel and her team are really doing life-changing things in terms of health and medicine.

As a patient myself, I couldn’t recommend her more!

- Sandi

02/13/2026

Everyone is looking for that unicorn…a completely renovated beachside property designed for multiple revenue streams!
- 5 bedrooms/3 baths
- Multiple rental configurations, multiple income streams
- Walkable to the beach, high demand year-round
- Renovated, furnished, and low-maintenance
- Appeals to groups who want togetherness and privacy
- And much more

📍 6118 Pinetree Ave, Panama City

- Sandi
Dalton Wade Real Estate

P.S. If you have any questions about this listing (or other homes for sale here in the greater Panama City Beach area), feel free to call or text (229) 326-2998.

02/10/2026

There are roughly 3 million licensed Realtors in the U.S. and over 1,800 here in the Panama City Beach area. But I am the ONE agent here in Panama City Beach who uses this specific marketing strategy. The only one. And I think that's pretty valuable to my clients.

It's not cheap.

In fact, I invest more on marketing every month than most agents spend in an entire year. But I want to provide the best to my clients, not the "cheapest" alternative.

That's why I film listing tour videos that get professionally edited by my marketing company for all my listings.

That's why I get over 50,000 views on those listing tour videos in the first week alone.

That's why I have an active list of over 1,000 potential buyers (and counting).

Providing the very best service to my clients is my priority.
And standing out from the crowd matters.

I'm putting my money on it.

- Sandi

P.S. If you have any questions about this strategy or how it can help you buy or sell here in the Panama City Beach area, give me a call: (229) 326-2998.

02/04/2026

In my opinion as a full-time real estate agent, here are 10 reasons why homes on the SAME STREET can sometimes sell for $50,000 more than their neighbors:

1. STAGING. A cluttered house, or one that isn't decorated using modern design, is a huge deterrent to buyers. Yes, it's easy to do things like rearrange furniture, but if the photos online make your house "feel" old, it prevents people from scheduling showings in the first place. I know, this isn't logical. But humans aren't logical, we're emotional! Proper staging alone can add tens of thousands of dollars of "value" to a house.

2. LANDSCAPING. It's all about the first impressions of curb appeal. If someone already "feels good" about a house before they even walk in, they're much more likely to make a premium offer.

3. CLEANLINESS. I can't stress this enough. Everything else about a house could be perfect… but if it feels dirty, it will hurt the sales price.

4. KITCHEN. No one wants to buy a house and then immediately start thinking of taking on huge projects. If they think the kitchen is a "gut job," or even requires minor improvements, they will offer much less. If they think they need to invest $10,000 to "modernize" the kitchen area, they'll probably offer $20,000 less for the home to compensate for the hassle. So, it makes sense to invest in a gorgeous kitchen BEFORE you list your home. It's an investment, not an expense.

5. BATHROOMS. Everything I just said about the kitchen also applies to the bathrooms.

6. FLOORING. This is a big one. Quality hard surface flooring is a huge upgrade over a house with aging carpet. This alone can change the sales price of a home by tens of thousands of dollars. People "get used to" the home they live in, and sometimes forget things like this from a buyer's perspective.

7. LIGHTING. Updated fixtures can completely change the feel of a home. Again, this is one of those examples where it's purely emotional (not logical). Spending a few hundred dollars on premium, modern light fixtures can raise the perceived value of a home by thousands of dollars. It's all about how it makes the home "feel."

8. FRESH PAINT. Makes the home feel new again!

9. AGE. This is something many homeowners don't ever consider. Another house on your same street could sell for $50,000 more simply if it's newer. The square footage could be the same, but a house built in the last ten years is objectively worth more than a house that's already 60 years old. Using calculations like "cost per square foot" is only relevant when we're comparing apples to apples, and the age of the house is an important variable.

10. LOT SIZE/YARD FEATURES. It doesn't seem like much, but a quarter-acre lot feels substantially bigger than a .15-acre lot. And a full acre feels substantially larger than a half acre, etc. Many people compare houses with completely different lot sizes, not realizing that the size of the yard is a HUGE determinant of the value. The structure of a home can change, but the land is forever. This also goes for "features" like mature trees, etc.

If you have questions about real estate here in Panama City Beach, give me a call or send me a text.

- Marley
(229) 326-3773

02/04/2026

River Camps on Crooked Creek is an exclusive bayside community blending custom homes, preserved nature, and true coastal living — without the crowds.
- 3 beds | 3.5 baths | 2,309 sqft
- Covered deck
- Low maintenance, private yard
- Private marina w/ direct access to Crooked Creek, West Bay, & the Gulf of Mexico
- Close to the airport & Panama City Beach
- And much more!

📍 8555 Preservation Drive, Panama City Beach

- Sandi & Marley
Dalton Wade Real Estate

P.S. If you have any questions about this listing (or other homes for sale here in the greater Panama City Beach area), feel free to call or text Sandi at (229) 326-2998 or Marley at (229) 326-3773.

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