2nd Annual Golf Tournament Raises Over $15,000

Blue Marlin Realty Group hosted our second annual charity golf tournament at Regatta Bay Golf and Country Club on Friday, November 14, 2014, benefitting The Taylor Haugen Foundation. In total, the Blue Marlin Realty Group raised $15,087.00, which will fund three scholarships for Okaloosa county senior high school student-athletes and THF YESS Program which equips youth contact sports teams with the same technologically advanced safety equipment that professional athletes wear. Brian and Kathy Haugen created the foundation in memory of their late son, Taylor, who passed away from a football related injury in 2008. 

Over 200 members of the local community joined together to participate in the charity golf tournament as sponsors, tournament players, raffle item donors, food and beverage donors, and volunteers. Over 120 golfers were greeted with mimosas, provided by putting green sponsor, Bracken Law, P.A. as well as beverages provided by driving range sponsor, Clear Harbor Wealth Management.  All golfers and volunteers enjoyed lunch courtesy of Lenny’s Sub Shop of Destin, La Paz margaritas, beer by Landshark Pizza Co., Bloody Marys by Ruth’s Chris Steak House, and Fireball Whiskey from Century Fire Protection. Beaches Resorts and Parks Magazine and Henderson Park Inn sponsored the clubhouse party, which included live raffles, silent auction, team and individual awards. Winning bidders and raffle prizewinners went home with prizes among many such as a Bote Board, a stay at Henderson Park Inn, sports memorabilia, and more. Following the after party attendees were transported by the 850 Beach Party Bus to La Paz for dinner and an after party. 

Co-owners and brokers of Blue Marlin Realty Group, Johnathan Hughes and Jerry Sullivan, are beyond thrilled at the continued success of the tournament. 

“It is so exciting to see how the tournament has grown so significantly in just one year,” Hughes said.

“Our goal for the golf tournament was to make a difference in the local community,” said Co-broker Jerry Sullivan. “We will continue to pick a new local charity each year and hope to raise more money with every tournament.” 

The money raised we will be able to outfit an entire school with protective equipment including middle school, junior varsity and varsity contact sports athletes.  Brian Haugen of the Taylor Haugen Foundation comments,  “We want the Blue Marlin Realty Group team to be there with us when we go to outfit the teams. It will be a truly amazing experience for them to see how their efforts will impact so many lives.”  

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Destination Builders Inc., Blue Marlin Realty Group partner on Destin Oaks Project

Blue Marlin Realty Group is proud to feature the newest townhome community, “Destin Oaks,” coming to Destin, Fla., in 2015. The premier townhome project is the brainchild of Blue Marlin’s Broker Associate and Destination Builders Inc., President John Cunningham.

“We have seen it all. From watching the market slow to an all-time low, to now having a strong demand in real estate and new construction in our area. It’s very encouraging to me not only as a Realtor, but also as a builder,” Cunningham explained.

As a company, Destination Builders Inc. saw a serious need for a community like Destin Oaks in the area.  There is a lack of new construction at this price point and Cunningham and his team are excited to be a part of developing such. “There is nothing new available in Destin, under $300,000 right now. We think the demand is there for buyers at this price point to be able to get into the city of Destin,” he said.

“We are proud to have John as a part of the Blue Marlin Realty Group team. He is a great builder, a fantastic realtor and most importantly an incredible person and will be very successful because of that.” says Blue Marlin Realty Group Co-Broker, Johnathan Hughes.

The project will have 60 premium townhomes available with three different, three bedroom plans with the options of an office, garage, or game room, ranging in size from 2,000 to 2,300 square feet. Each townhome includes an open main living level with large kitchen, spacious bedrooms, and access to the community’s amenities including clubhouse, pool and common areas. The community is also conveniently located near area shopping, golf and attractions. The townhomes’ base price will begin in the high $200k’s. 

“We are so excited and proud to see what John is doing in the community,” says Blue Marlin Realty Group Co-Broker Jerry Sullivan, “With John’s experience and motivation, we know he will have these units sold in no time.”

After receiving appropriate permitting from the city, Destin Oaks is anticipated to have units available to move in, Spring of 2015.  Those interested in learning more or setting up a viewing during construction can contact John Cunningham directly at 850-246-5646.

Active Marine & Realtor - Jordan Dennis

This week we want to highlight an active marine who has also been very active in the Real Estate realm.

Jordan Dennis relocated with his family to Destin, FL in February 2012 with the Marine Corps. Dennis joined the Blue Marlin Realty Group team in 2013 with three years of real estate experience in the California area and nine months in Florida. Dennis' 16+ years of active military duty has helped him find a niche for military buyers and homeowners in the real estate business. Jordan has had huge success in helping military families relocating to the area find their perfect home conveniently located near their particular base.

“We’re proud of Jordan's success with Blue Marlin Realty.” Hughes said. “His hard work and dedication can be seen through his experience in the Marine Corps, and we love to see him make a strong connection with local military families.”

Regardless of if you are active military or a retired couple looking for their second home along Florida's Emerald Coast Jordan Dennis can help. Contact Jordan today!

E-Mail: Jordan@BlueMarlinRealtyGroup.com

Office Number: (850) 837-7800

Direct: (850) 420-4274

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Let the Countdown Begin... T-Minus 7 Days

We are exactly 7 days away from our 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament benefitting The Taylor Haugen Foundation at Regatta Bay Golf and Country Club.

The tournament will begin with registration at 9:30 a.m. and a shotgun start at 11 a.m. All tournament players will receive free lunch courtesy of Lenny’s Sub Shop. Following the tournament is the after-party at the Regatta Bay Clubhouse with food donated by Landshark’s Pizza Co., a silent auction, raffle prizes and live entertainment. Following the after party, golfers and guests are invited to continue the festivities at La Paz off Holiday Isle. The tournament and after parties are open to the public.

Proceeds will benefit The Taylor Haugen Foundation, a non-profit organization that provides grants, education and funding to athletic teams, schools and districts through its YESS (Youth Equipment for Sports Safety) Program. The Foundation also recognizes and supports outstanding scholar-athletes with scholarships and awards. Started in 2011, Brian and Kathy Haugen created the foundation in memory of their late son, Taylor, who passed away from a football related injury in 2008. 

Golfers can register a team or individually at Blue Marlin Realty Group’s office located on Holiday Isle in Destin or at the Regatta Bay Clubhouse. To inquire regarding sponsorship, please contact Proffitt PR via e-mail at info@proffittpr.com or by calling 850-502-1652.

About The Taylor Haugen Foundation

Our 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament will be held on Friday, November 14, 2014, at Regatta Bay Golf and Country Club. Proceeds will benefit The Taylor Haugen Foundation, a non-profit organization that provides grants, education and funding to athletic teams, schools and districts through its YESS (Youth Equipment for Sports Safety) Program. The Foundation also recognizes and supports outstanding scholar-athletes with scholarships and awards.

“It is a matter of honoring Taylor and kind of continuing his legacy. We wanted to do something that would have a lasting impression to make a difference and protect children and parents from having to go through what we’ve had to go through,” Kathy Haugen said.

The Taylor Haugen Foundation was created in 2011 by Brian and Kathy Haugen to honor the memory of their 15-year-old son and Niceville High School student who passed away after an injury sustained during a football game on August 30, 2008. 

The Taylor Haugen Scholarship:  The $1,500 scholarships are offered in the memory of Taylor Reid Haugen, Class of 2011. Taylor was a member of the Niceville Eagles Football and Wrestling Teams as well as being an Honor Student at Niceville High School. He was comfortably expressive about his faith in God and showed it through his commitment to volunteer work in his church and community. This scholarship is awarded to an area athlete who best demonstrates a similar balance between academics, athleticism, leadership, community service and Christian faith. The Foundation hopes to recognize those well- rounded individuals who demonstrate the perseverance to improve themselves in all aspects of their life while enjoying God’s gifts to the fullest. 

(2014 Scholarship Recipients: Kerri Andre, Charles Foy, Alayna Nixon)

The YESS Program:  The primary goal of the Youth Equipment for Sports Safety Program (YESS) is to reduce the number of sports-related injuries in middle and high school athletes. The YESS Program provides awareness of and equips youth contact sports teams with the same technologically advanced safety equipment worn by professional and collegiate athletes. Working directly with school administrators, the THF Board of Directors actively participates in a variety of meetings and activities to present the benefits of wearing sports safety equipment. Through collaboration with vendors, the YESS program provides interested middle and high school athletic teams with grants to purchase “state of the art” safety equipment.

If you are interested in teeing it up for The Taylor Haugen foundation sign up in person at Blue Marlin Realty Group office on Holiday Isle, at Regatta Bay Golf and Country Club or call us at(850) 837-7800 for more information.

Tee It Up For The Taylor Haugen Foundation

Blue Marlin Realty Group is excited to host our 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament at Regatta Bay to benefit The Taylor Haugen Foundation!

Spots are filling up QUICKLY! Golfers can register a team or individually at Blue Marlin Realty Group’s office located on Holiday Isle in Destin or at the Regatta Bay Clubhouse. To inquire regarding sponsorship, please contact Proffitt PR via e-mail at info@proffittpr.com or by calling 850-502-1652.

Proceeds will benefit The Taylor Haugen Foundation, a non-profit organization that provides grants, education and funding to athletic teams, schools and districts through its YESS (Youth Equipment for Sports Safety) Program. The Foundation also recognizes and supports outstanding scholar-athletes with scholarships and awards. Started in 2011, Brian and Kathy Haugen created the foundation in memory of their late son, Taylor, who passed away from a football related injury in 2008. 

The tournament will begin with registration at 9:30 a.m. and a shotgun start at 11 a.m.  Entrance fees are $125 per person and $400 to sign up a foursome. All tournament players will receive free lunch courtesy of Lenny’s Sub Shop. Following the tournament is the after-party at the Regatta Bay Clubhouse with food donated by Landshark’s Pizza, a silent auction, raffle prizes and live entertainment. Following the after party, golfers and guests are invited to continue the festivities at La Paz off Holiday Isle. The tournament and after parties are open to the public.

DON'T FORGET! Business After Hours 9/25/14 at Bric A Brac

Don't forget about the Destin Area Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours this Thursday, September 25, 2014, at Bric A Brac!  We are this month's sponsors!

The Business After Hours event will offer an end-of-the-day networking opportunity to help you meet new clients, promote your business, and expand your network.  Beverages and hors d'oeuvres from Bric A Brac will be served.

Please do not forget to bring your business card for networking and our door prize drawing.

All businesses are invited to bring a door prize, which offers one more way for you to promote your business.

Register now: HERE

Destin Area Chamber Business After Hours

We are proud to co-sponsor the Destin Area Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours with Bric à Brac.

Attendees will enjoy one free cocktail, appetizers from Bric à Brac and live music by Donnie Sundal.

If you plan to attend please RSVP. The cost is $5 for members and $20 for non-members.

We hope to see you there!

2nd Annual Blue Marlin Realty Group Charity Golf Tournament

We will be hosting our second annual Charity Golf Tournament on Friday, November 14 at Regatta Bay Golf and Country Club!

Proceeds from the tournament will benefit The Taylor Haugen Foundation, a non-profit organization that provides grants, education and funding to athletic teams, schools and districts through its YESS (Youth Equipment for Sports Safety) Program. The Foundation also recognizes and supports outstanding scholar-athletes with scholarships and awards.  Started in 2011, Brian and Kathy Haugen created the foundation in memory of their late son, Taylor, who passed away from a football related injury in 2008. “It is a matter of honoring Taylor and kind of continuing his legacy and doing something that will have a lasting impression and make a difference and protect children and parents from having to go through what we’ve had to go through,” Kathy Haugen said.

The tournament will begin with registration at 9:30 a.m. and a shotgun start at 11 a.m.  Entrance fees are $125 per person and $400 to sign up a foursome. All tournament players will receive a free lunch courtesy of Lenny’s Sub Shop. Following the tournament there will be an after-party sponsored by Beaches, Resorts and Parks and Henderson Park Inn held at the Regatta Bay Clubhouse with food donated by Landshark’s Pizza, a silent auction and live entertainment.  The tournament and after party is open to the public. Following the after party, golfers and guests are invited to a private party at La Paz off Holiday Isle.

Sponsors to date include Beaches, Resorts & Park, Bracken Law, Brightway Insurance, Carter& Company, Chi-Mar Construction, Clear Harbor Wealth Management, CumulusRadio, Destin Magazine, Henderson Park Inn, La Paz, Landshark’s Pizza, and Lenny’s Sub Shop.

Last year's tournament raised $12,002.32 for the Mary Lynne Burnett Memorial Foundation, which provides scholarships to Okaloosa and/or Walton county high school students that have shown dedication to their education in spite of challenging circumstances such as the loss of a parent, major illness, etc. Blue Marlin Realty Group Realtor, Doug Burnett, created the foundation in honor of his late wife that passed away in 2008 from breast cancer.

Fabulous Fall Events on the Emerald Coast

Book your vacation NOW with Blue Marlin Vacation Rentals to experience these fabulous fall events.

The 36th Annual Destin Seafood Festival will be held October 3rd - 5th along the beautiful Destin Harbor and the Harbor Boardwalk right on the water, with the action of the Destin Fishing Rodeo right in the heart of the Festival. There is to be lots of excitement along the docks; come join the fun! This is so much more than a festival - It is a tribute to the rich history of the Destin Harbor and the Fishing community.

Wine World's Destin Beer Festival will feature high-end craft and microbrews on display Saturday, September 27th, from 2 to 5 p.m. (with VIP event starting at 1pm.) The event will also offer various culinary stations, a VIP Tent, live entertainment and a merchandise booth. Some of the biggest names in the craft brewing industry will be exhibiting at this event! Proceeds from this year's event benefit Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation, which raises funds for Northwest FL children in need! Tickets for VIP are $50 in advance and $60 the day of. For those that purchased VIP tickets, you get into the fest an hour early, at 1pm to schmooze with the beer celebs (maybe get an autograph), swap beer making stories and taste something special from their cask that no one else will get to sip!

South Walton Fashion Week is a large-scale, multi-day event along Northwest Florida's Gulf Coast that celebrates high fashion by featuring regional rising designers and models, chic local boutiques and designers, runway shows, retail shopping experiences and VIP parties.  The event, held October 6th - 12th, is presented by Visit South Walton and produced by theCultural Arts Alliance of Walton County in partnership with Grand Boulevard.  Net proceeds benefit the Arts in Education Program of the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County.

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