Nicole McGowanREALTOR®, MRP, SRS

CENTURY 21 Wimco Realty

FORT WALTON BEACH REAL ESTATE AGENT

Fort Walton Beach
  • Shalimar
  • Niceville
  • Navarre
  • Crestview
  • Mary Esther
  • Destin
  • DeFuniak Springs

Helping homeowners sell and buyers find the right home across Okaloosa County, including military families at Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field, and 7th Special Forces Group.

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Nicole McGowan, Fort Walton Beach and Northwest Florida REALTOR with CENTURY 21 Wimco Realty Hi, I'm
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01

Selling a Home

No Cell Phone Photos. Ever.

I walk through your home the way a buyer's inspector would, then my own crew of contractors, cleaners, and photographers gets it ready. It's priced on what's actually selling and marketed with photos, aerial footage, video, and its own landing page.

02

Buying a Home

Evening & Weekend Tours

My job is to protect you: catch issues before you're committed, explain what the inspection and appraisal really mean, and negotiate so you aren't absorbing costs that belong to someone else.

03

VA & Military

Outstanding Lender Connections

Using a VA loan or working on a PCS timeline? I know where those deals tend to get stuck, from appraisals to seller hesitation, and how to keep them moving.

How do I choose the best real estate agent in Fort Walton Beach if I've had a bad experience before? Look for an agent who asks what went wrong last time and changes how they work with you because of it. Feeling heard matters, and so does knowing where your numbers stand from start to finish: what you'll bring to closing if you're buying, or what you'll walk away with if you're selling.

If you've felt like you weren't getting clear answers, were left waiting for updates, or were surprised by costs or a closing figure that changed at the last minute, those concerns shouldn't be ignored when you start over with someone new.

Never pressured into an offer
Some agents list a home and then push the seller to accept whatever offer comes in. That's not how I work. The best real estate agent to sell your house in Fort Walton Beach protects what you need to net and never pressures you into an offer you don't want. I don't keep regular office hours, so you can reach me anytime, in whatever way works best for you.
What went wrong last time
One of the first things I ask is what you liked, and what you didn't, about your last real estate experience. Maybe communication was the problem, or the numbers. Knowing that tells me how you want to be supported this time.
Updates your way
Some clients want frequent updates and detailed explanations. Others only want to hear from me when something needs their attention. There isn't one style that works for everyone.
Your numbers, every step
I make sure you know where your numbers stand at every step. They're always estimates, but one that gets updated along the way is far better than one at the beginning and another at the closing table.
If you're buying
You'll know what to bring to closing, what the upfront costs will be, and where I can negotiate help with some of them.
If you're selling
You'll see what your bottom line looks like at every point, as offers, repairs and negotiations change it.
Inspection and appraisal
When the inspection report comes back, I comb through it with you so you know what matters and what to ask for. Before an appraisal, I put together a packet with your invoices and the work you've had done on the house, and it stays at the home for the appraiser.

Numbers can move, and no transaction is perfect. You should just never be surprised by them.

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Giving Back

Proud Sponsor of Fort Walton Beach

A good community is what makes a house worth coming home to. These are a few of the local organizations I'm proud to support.

Proud SponsorShelter House Visit Shelter House → Tap card to flip ↻

Okaloosa and Walton County's domestic violence center, helping survivors find safety and a fresh start. I was proud to sponsor their recent A Walk in Her Shoes event.

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Proud Sponsor & SupporterMosaic Theatre Company Visit Mosaic → Tap card to flip ↻

A Fort Walton Beach theatre company teaching students up to 18 to act, sing and find their voice. I'm proud to sponsor and support the arts for kids at Mosaic.

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A nonprofit that educates and connects individuals and families with the information and resources to help them thrive. I'm a proud supporter.

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If you're in Fort Walton Beach and need a hand getting connected, whether it's an organization, a resource or a local who's been through it, text me. Happy to point you in the right direction.

Nicole McGowan, REALTOR®, MRP, SRS, is a Fort Walton Beach real estate agent with Century 21 WIMCO Realty. She helps homeowners prepare, position, market, and sell their properties throughout Northwest Florida and works with buyers looking for the right home and location. Nicole also has extensive experience assisting VA buyers and military families relocating to and from Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field, & 7th SFG.