Century 21 Fine Homes & Estates Blue Marlin Announces Affiliation Celebration and Addition of Seven New Employees!

Century 21 Fine Homes & Estates Blue Marlin continues to grow with the addition of new employees and the recent affiliation with Century21 Real Estate LLC, the iconic brand and franchisor with the largest global network in the residential real estate industry.

The community is invited to the Affiliation Celebration on Wednesday, February 3, 2016, at Regatta Bay Golf and Yacht Club from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The celebration will include tri ribbon cuttings with the DestinArea Chamber of Commerce, Walton Area Chamber of Commerce, and Greater Fort Walton Chamber of Commerce at 5:00 p.m. and live music by Jones and Company.

Century 21 Fine Homes & Estates Blue Marlin continues to expand the team with new Realtors, Bill Burt, Nick Collins, Phil Lofe, Jordan Pehowic, Jane Snyder, and Rental Manager, Stormy Bones.

Raised in Benton, Louisiana, Bill Burt attended Louisiana State University and Northeast Louisiana University, graduating with a degree in Pharmacy. In Burt’s early professional career, his jobs included pharmaceutical sales, management, and Government affairs. Burt served in the United States Navy, Army National Guard, and Reserves, and attained the rank of Colonel before retiring.

“I have lived on the beautiful Emerald Coast of Florida for years and have an extensive background in real estate negotiating and deal making,” explains Burt.

A native of Charleston, West Virginia, Nick Collins moved to Florida’s Emerald Coast in October 2011 after being stationed at Eglin Air Force Base with the Marine Corps. Having joined the Marine Corps in 2006 following graduation, Collins worked as a structures and hydraulic mechanic on the F-18 fighter aircraft until 2011 when he was chosen to learn and work on the F-35 “B” STOVL Fighter aircraft before introducing the aircraft to the US Marine Corps fleet. Still an active duty service member, Collins’s experience lends well to his real estate career. “After moving to the Emerald Coast with my family, I developed a true appreciation for the area’s strong military connection,” Collins explains. “I look forward to working with both military and civilian customers who love the area as much as I do. My new position with Century21 Fine Homes & Estates Blue Marlin gives me the opportunity to make a positive impact outside of my military career.”

From Niceville, Florida, Bill Lofé is familiar with the Emerald Coast. He is a graduate of Niceville High School and the University of Florida. Previously, Lofé was a broker's assistant and licensed sales associate for two years and considers himself an expert on condominiums in the Destin area. Lofé views Destin as being the epitome of what consumers expect. Lofé is determined to exceed expectations on a daily basis. 

“I am here to be a winner. I wouldn't work for a broker that wasn't a winner. I am looking forward to working with Century 21 Fine Homes & Estates Blue Marlin, a brokerage that is synonymous with excellence in the Destin market,” Lofé explains.

Born in Valparaiso, Florida, Philip Lofé has lived on the Emerald Coast his entire life. At the age of 21, Lofé became a realtor for Century 21 Coastal Realty Services and has worked in real estate ever since. He has been honored with awards such as Okaloosa County Boss of the Year and Top Listing and Selling Award. In his new role as Team Leader and Broker Associate with Century 21 Fine Homes & Estates Blue Marlin, Lofé understands that buyers and sellers rely on his expertise and 30 years of real estate experience. “I am a true believer that ALL things happen for a reason. I started my career with Century 21 in 1979. I think it is remarkable that I would end my career with Century 21 Fine Homes & EstatesBlue Marlin,” Lofé explains. “I feel that I have found my final work family!”

A native of Northwest Florida, Jordan Pehowic lived in Crestview, Florida, before moving to Destin in 2011. A recent graduate of Northwest Florida State College in business, Pehowic feels her new position with Century 21 Fine Homes & Estates Blue Marlin is the perfect fit for her budding real estate career.

“Out of all the real estate firms in the area, Century 21 Fine Homes & Estates Blue Marlin seemed like the ideal brokerage,” Pehowic explains. “I love their positive involvement in the community and their drive to be a huge real estate company while remaining a close-knit team.”

Born and raised in Cleveland, Mississippi, Jane Snyder graduated from Delta State University with a degree in Fashion Merchandising and a minor in Business and Art. After moving to the area in 2004, Snyder managed parasail and watersport companies and instructs fitness classes. Snyder believes her role as a realtor at Century 21 Fine Homes & Estates Blue Marlin is well suited for her passion for homes and design.

“I am so thrilled to part of a business that isn’t just a business. It’s friends and family who are there to help when you need it. I am motivated and excited to see what my future with Century 21 Fine Homes & Estates Blue Marlin brings,” Snyder explains.

Originally from Starkville, Mississippi, Stormy Bones relocated to the area in 2011. With 10 years of experience in property management, Bones aims to help her coworkers any way that she can in her new role as the Rental Manager.

“I am very excited to be a part of a group that is so upbeat and goal-oriented,” Bones explains. “I could not ask for a better place to work.”

“We are blown away by the success we have experienced since our inception in 2009,” noted Johnathan Hughes, Co-Broker and Co-Owner of Century 21 Fine Homes & EstatesBlue Marlin. “Evident through our impressive portfolio of realtors and listings, Century 21 Fine Homes &Estates Blue Marlin continually strives to stay on the forefront of the real estate industry along Florida’s Emerald Coast.”

One of the area’s fastest growing real estate and vacation rental companies, Century 21Fine Homes & Estates Blue Marlin continues to seek new realtors as well as homes and condos throughout the Emerald Coast to expand their vacation rental inventory. For more information contact Johnathan Hughes or Jerry Sullivan at (850) 837-7800.