Should I purchase a house or rent when I move to Pensacola?

Will I be in Pensacola long enough to buy a house?

If I buy a house, is it possible to rent out rooms to other aviators?

These are questions that Bob Moore, USNA '23, asked himself as he was moving to Pensacola.

In this episode he talks all about his decision to purchase a home in Pensacola, FL as a student aviator.

We discuss the neighborhoods he looked at, the location he settled on, and why he decided to make the decision to purchase a home. For all midshipmen and families, this can be a great episode to hear one person talk about their decision making thought process!

Connect with your host Grant Vermeer on Linkedin or email him at grant@thevermeergroup.com.

The USNA Property Network Podcast is powered by sponsorship from The Vermeer Group specializing in assisting the United States Naval Academy community and other select clientele.

Grant is a Bay Area native, being born and raised in Mountain View. He is a graduate of Bellarmine College Preparatory and the great class of 2017 from the United States Naval Academy. During his time at the Naval Academy, Grant was a cyber operations major and a four year member of the basketball team. He then commissioned into the Cryptologic Warfare Community and served in support of Submarine Operations.

Due to his experience, he brings an expertise on real estate for military members and veterans, including the use of the VA loan. He is licensed in both California and Texas.

He is the founder of the non-profit 501C3 Academy Insider and host of the Academy Insider podcast.

The mission of Academy Insider is to guide, serve, and support Midshipmen, future Midshipmen, and their families.

In this episode, Grant talks with Marley about her experience living as a student naval aviator stationed at both NAS Pensacola and NAS Whiting Field.

She discusses factors to consider on your housing location based on what you want most out of your experience!

Connect with your host Grant Vermeer on Linkedin or email him at grant@thevermeergroup.com.

The USNA Property Network Podcast is powered by sponsorship from The Vermeer Group specializing in assisting the United States Naval Academy community and other select clientele.

Grant is a Bay Area native, being born and raised in Mountain View. He is a graduate of Bellarmine College Preparatory and the great class of 2017 from the United States Naval Academy. During his time at the Naval Academy, Grant was a cyber operations major and a four year member of the basketball team. He then commissioned into the Cryptologic Warfare Community and served in support of Submarine Operations.

Due to his experience, he brings an expertise on real estate for military members and veterans, including the use of the VA loan. He is licensed in both California and Texas.

He is the founder of the non-profit 501C3 Academy Insider and host of the Academy Insider podcast.

The mission of Academy Insider is to guide, serve, and support Midshipmen, future Midshipmen, and their families.

Join us as we sit down with Archie Warren, a 2013 Naval Academy graduate and real estate expert, alongside his father Paul, a former Blue and Gold Officer, to uncover the best neighborhoods for military officers relocating to the Pensacola Area. Whether you're seeking an easy commute to the Naval station, a beachside retreat, or a vibrant downtown lifestyle, we promise you'll gain valuable insights to kickstart your research.

We'll take you on a tour through Pensacola's diverse neighborhoods, from the proximity to the Naval Air Station in Warrington and Myrtle Grove to the upscale vibes of East Hill and Perdido Key. Discover the latest trends in property values, the appeal of new developments like Fairchild Village, and how each neighborhood stacks up in terms of cost, community, and convenience. Whether you're looking to buy or rent, this episode offers a thorough comparison to help you make an informed decision.

For young Navy grads heading to flight school, Archie and Paul share personalized real estate guidance, focusing on lifestyle preferences and investment strategies. Tune in to learn about lucrative opportunities in the booming downtown Pensacola market, including short-term rentals and the benefits of building additional dwelling units. Plus, get the inside scoop on hidden gems like affordable golf courses, top-notch dining spots, and secluded beaches that make Pensacola a fantastic place to live. Don't miss this comprehensive episode packed with practical advice and local favorites!

The USNA property network podcast educates military officers on the neighborhoods surrounding the military bases in which they could PCS.

Our mission is to provide genuine, authentic, informal conversations that's going to help Navy and Marine Corps officers start their research into their new home.

This podcast is made possible thanks to the sponsorship of The Vermeer Group. The Vermeer Group is a residential real estate team that specializes in helping Naval Academy graduates and other select clientele move to both Monterey and San Diego, California. If you have any real estate questions at all, please reach out to me directly at grant@thevermeergroup.com.

I'd be more than happy to help.

Connect with your host Grant Vermeer on Linkedin or email him at grant@thevermeergroup.com.

Connect with your host Grant Vermeer on Linkedin or email him at grant@thevermeergroup.com.

The USNA Property Network Podcast is powered by sponsorship from The Vermeer Group specializing in assisting the United States Naval Academy community and other select clientele.

Grant is a Bay Area native, being born and raised in Mountain View. He is a graduate of Bellarmine College Preparatory and the great class of 2017 from the United States Naval Academy. During his time at the Naval Academy, Grant was a cyber operations major and a four year member of the basketball team. He then commissioned into the Cryptologic Warfare Community and served in support of Submarine Operations.

Due to his experience, he brings an expertise on real estate for military members and veterans, including the use of the VA loan. He is licensed in both California and Texas.

He is the founder of the non-profit 501C3 Academy Insider and host of the Academy Insider podcast.

The mission of Academy Insider is to guide, serve, and support Midshipmen, future Midshipmen, and their families.