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Atlanta Boomers Are Moving To This Scenic Florida City With Affordable Living And Sandy Beaches

There are many reasons why someone would choose to live in Atlanta. It has a bustling downtown area with attractions and restaurants, and it's a major corporate hub. But for Boomers born between 1946 and 1964 who are no longer in the workforce, the hustle and bustle of daily life in the big city may no longer be serving them. For those looking for a more laid-back lifestyle, Florida's Panama City, located in the Panhandle, could be worth considering. Panama City's proximity to Gulf Coast beaches offers opportunities for frequent beach trips, and recent migration data suggests that the surrounding area is attracting some Atlanta baby boomers.

Panama City, FL · 3d
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Panama City News Herald

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Panama City's building permit process ranked among nation's best

PANAMA CITY − Local efforts to streamline the building permit process have earned Panama City top-tier rankings across not only the state, but also the country. According to a Nov. 4 press release, Panama City's building permitting performance was ranked No. 2 in Florida and No. 26 in the U.S. by the Red Tape Index, which measures and ranks permitting efficiency and effectiveness in cities across the country. "Efficient permitting is about more than processing paperwork," City Manager Jonathan Hayes said in the release. "It's about creating an environment where businesses can invest, property owners can move forward with their plans and our community can continue to grow. "Being recognized among the nation's top-performing cities is an encouraging reflection of the work being done to support Panama City's future." The release notes that Panama City earned an overall score from Red Tape Index of 89 out of 100. According to the report, it takes the city on average a little more than 10 days to approve commercial building permits. This was the fastest turnaround among the state's 10 highest-ranked cities. Panama City also takes on almost 13 days on average to approve residential building permits. The release notes a typical

Panama City, FL · 3d

Realtor.com News & Insights

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Crestview Inventory Shrinks as List Prices Hold Well Above the National Median

Crestview buyers faced slimmer pickings as inventory fell sharply, yet list prices stayed well above the national median.

Crestview, FL · 2d

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New FSU Health hospital under construction in Panama City Beach

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - A new hospital is under construction in Panama City Beach as development and growth continue in Bay County, along with the need for more access to health care. The hospital is set to open in 2028. The first phase will have up to 180...

Panama City Beach, FL · 5d
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Jackson County updates fees for building services, community development, and corrections department

JACKSON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Jackson County has approved a resolution to update fees for the county’s building division, community development, and the corrections department. Residents will notice a change in fees for items like building permits, inspections, and development applications. For example, residents will see a $25 increase in residential development orders, increasing the […]

Jackson County, FL · 6d

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Property owners can get property tax discount by paying before Nov. 30

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Bay County Tax Collector Chuck Perdue says you can get a 4% discount if you pay your property taxes by November 30th. You can pay online at BayCountyFLTax.gov. The tax collector says paying with an e-check avoids online convenience fees. To stay up to date...

Bay County, FL · 4d

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This Surprisingly Affordable Florida Coastal Town Is A Hidden Gem For Retirees

A phone booth once served as an official police station in this little coastal town. Today, a replica stands along the highway, while the original is preserved inside the Carrabelle History Museum. I can’t imagine a better sign that a place takes itself just seriously enough. That quirky landmark...

Carrabelle, FL · 7d

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Retirees Are Moving To Chipley, A Panhandle Town Where Homes Still Sell Cheap

Some retirees spend years chasing beach condos with price tags that make their savings account flinch. Others quietly turn inland and find a small county seat where the pace is slower and the numbers on a listing sheet can still look reasonable. This Panhandle town has fewer than 4,000 residents,...

Chipley, FL · 12d

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Florida woman says she couldn't sell flooded home, then city buys it for a catch basin

"Ultimately the house really taught me a lot of resilience."

Panama City, FL · 23d

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Panama City home buyout program helps owner leave flood-damaged house behind

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - The Panhandle is no stranger to natural disasters, and Hurricane Isaias just gave the region another reminder of that. In Panama City, a special voluntary home buyout program acquires homes in special flood hazard areas to help reduce the impact of future disasters. Kelli Fuqua...

Panama City, FL · 27d

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Voluntary home buyout house demolished

In Panama City, a special voluntary home buyout program acquires homes in special flood hazard areas to help reduce the impact of future disasters.

Panama City, FL · 28d

Panama City News Herald

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Bay County’s growth is a generational opportunity | Guest column

Bay County and the surrounding region are currently experiencing growth that has the potential to shape this community for generations. You can see it in new neighborhoods, expanding businesses and investments being made across Bay County. As a commercial real estate adviser, I also see it in the conversations happening every day with companies and entrepreneurs looking for opportunities to locate, expand and invest here. Several forces have brought us to this moment. Our region has experienced significant population growth since the COVID-19 pandemic as more people have discovered the quality of life Northwest Florida affords. At the same time, the rebuilding that followed Hurricane Michael helped to drive significant reinvestment throughout our community and military installations. Through an immeasurable amount of grit, what began as a difficult, painful recovery ended up delivering newer infrastructure, stronger buildings and most importantly, a resiliency and purpose that continue to inspire confidence in our future. Strategic economic investments are adding to that momentum. Organizations such as Triumph Gulf Coast are helping communities across Northwest Florida pursue transformational projects designed to create jobs, and strengthen and diversify industries, ultimately expanding economic opportunity for all in Bay County. Together, these forces are creating more than

Bay County, FL · 29d

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Seaside, 30A, FL: Planned. Walkable. Iconic.

Seaside is a master-planned coastal community located along Scenic Highway 30A in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, near the center of the 30A corridor. Developed beginning in the early 1980s, Seaside is widely recognized as one of the earliest and most influential examples of New Urbanism in the United States. The neighborhood’s design emphasizes walkability, mixed-use spaces, and architectural cohesion, creating a highly structured environment that has played a significant role in shaping real estate demand across the Emerald Coast.

Santa Rosa Beach, FL · 10-08

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Panama City Beach Realtor Beth Mulvey Ready to Assist Sellers and Investors Following Hurricane Isaias

Her boots-on-the-ground Hurricane Michael experience guides hurricane-damaged home sales and investment property decisions in Bay County, Florida. PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, October 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As Hurricane Isaias draws attention to storm preparedness, Panama City Beach Realtor Beth Mulvey is prepared to assist homeowners and real estate investors with post-storm property decisions in Bay County, Florida. Selling a storm-damaged property is more than a real estate transaction. For many owners, it means making difficult decisions about a property, their finances and their future while navigating an unfamiliar recovery process. For investors, it requires looking beyond the purchase price to understand a property's condition, potential and challenges.

Panama City Beach, FL · 10-09

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Retire by the Water for Around $2,000 a Month in This Florida Beach Town

Carrabelle offers a side of Florida retirement that feels increasingly hard to find: quiet coastal living without the nonstop crowds and sky-high price tags of the state’s better-known beach destinations. Set along the Forgotten Coast, this small Gulf town appeals to retirees who would rather spend their days near the water than in traffic. Life here moves at an easier pace.

Carrabelle, FL · 10-07

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HOW I WORK: An inside look at how Dustin Parkman navigates deals, development and a 100mph schedule

For Dustin Parkman, most workdays move quickly and rarely go according to a set schedule. As Vice President of NBI Properties, Inc., Parkman splits his time between Fort Walton Beach and Panama City Beach, moving between meetings, showings, client calls and prospecting while helping match commercial properties with buyers across the region.

Fort Walton Beach, FL · 10-01

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Rent Stays Under $850 And Life Still Feels Good In This Overlooked Florida Town

Somewhere in the Florida Panhandle, tucked between pine trees and good sense, sits Chipley, a town that figured out something the rest of the state is still trying to work out. If your current rent is eating your lunch, your dinner, and probably your breakfast too, then this little Washington...

Florida · 09-20

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Florida Panhandle Residence and Hotel Project Moves Forward with Pre-Development Loan Provided by Forman Capital

Forman Capital, a leading private direct commercial real estate lender, provided a $12.5 million loan for a planned residential-hotel within the Kaiya Club Resort on Florida’s Panhandle. The proceeds will be used to fund pre-development activities at the 1.8-acre site located at 25 Kaiya Ave in Inlet Beach, Florida, within the Panama City market.

Panama City, FL · 09-28

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Martin’s Seamless Gutters & Fencing serves Northwest Florida and South Alabama with coastal-ready gutter and fencing work

PENSACOLA, United States- Sept 29 , 2026 - Martin's Seamless Gutters & Fencing provides gutter installation, repair, drainage solutions, and fencing services to residential and commercial property owners across Northwest Florida and South Alabama, addressing the particular demands that Gulf Coast weather places on exterior home systems. The Pensacola-based contractor...

Pensacola, FL · 09-30

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9 Luxury Home Design & New-Construction Firms to Know Across the Southeast

Building a multi-million-dollar home in the Southeast begins long before construction crews arrive. For homeowners creating a custom residence, some of the most consequential decisions involve assembling the right team, developing the architectural plan, coordinating interiors and construction, and determining how the home should respond to its location and the way its owners intend to live.

Santa Rosa Beach, FL · 10-01