As many of you know, Carol Wright, one of our agents, had been battleing cancer for many years.  Carol lost her brave fight last week, and Carol will be greatly missed by her friends and family.  We at Beachcomber Properties will especially miss Carol's quick wit and fun sense of humor.  Condolenses can be sent to Carols parents:

Mary and Glenn Landen
127 Military Road
St. Simons Island, GA 31522

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. 

WOW! What a busy week-end we had on St. Simons Island! In addition to the annual Columbus Day Art Festival, we has a new activity this year - a triathlon that began on the beach with a swim, then a bike ride, then a run! There were 300 slots, all of which were filled. And of course there was the Stewiblee in downtown Brunswick.

It seems that the rest of the country is finding out about the good real estate deals on the island. I showed property to couples from Illinois, Pennsylvania, and Virginia - three different couples in four days. Of course, everyone wants a deal, but what better time to find one? I showed over 15 foreclosed properties last week-end. While I am extremely disappointed that the economy is in this state, I am fascinated by the deals available.

Does this influx of buyers mean we're nearing the bottom of this recession? I've been hearing for some time that the economy is improving. I've been waiting for some evidence of that on St. Simons and I believe I might be seeing it. I certainly hope so - I'm ready for some good news!

I really enjoy reviewing statistical data.  It can give an accurate picture without individual interpretation. That being said, I went into our local MLS system to compare the number of residential sold transactions in the whole of Glynn County and the average sales price for those recorded transactions for the last 5 years and found the following: 

Jekyll Island is the place to be this weekend for fun, music and great eats. This year’s event has the added plus of a barbeque competition along with the expected enjoyment of some of the best shag dancing in the Southeast! 

Friday, 8/21, from 6-8 pm, reserve your spot at Morgan’s Bar & Grill where you can enjoy pre-concert entertainment complete with sample BBQ from Southern Soul Restaurant and wine tasting provided by The Still and Winery both of St. Simons Island. The concert begins at 8:30 pm at the convention center and the ever popular Swingin’ Medallions will of course be entertaining with such favorites as “Double Shot of my Baby’s Love” and more. 

Hope you can come and get some sand in your shoes!

JMM Productions had originally planned to show this rockin’n’rollin classic musical on July 19^th, but had to reschedule due to rain. Please note that that on Sunday, August 16^th, you can bring your blanket or lawn chairs to Neptune Park in the Village of St. Simons Island for a free movie presentation of Grease with Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta. The Park opens at 5 pm and the movie begins at dusk.   The plan for September 6 is the animated movie Ice Age which is a winner for children and adults alike. This one is a favorite of my two grandchildren, Amelia and Lance.

 Please call on me if you have any questions or wish information on happenings in the Golden Isles or the current real estate market in Glynn County.