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The New Shop In Town

A Luxury Global Real Estate Brand Broadening The Horizons

What's not to love about living or vacationing in Baldwin County? With our white sandy beaches, fresh seafood straight from The Gulf, and lists of attractions, must-see, must-have, must-do experiences a mile long, it's no wonder that our very own local Brian Harris has teamed up with Engel & Völkers to bring those who already live here and those who are looking to live here, an opportunity for growth. This newest addition sets the bar high for the professionalism that sees challenges in our rapidly growing market through to fruition. 

Brian Harris and his team of advisors are celebrating their new shop in town. With the influx of migrating families to Baldwin County and those seeking to buy, sell, or rent luxury properties, Harris, the founder and CEO of Harris Vacation Rentals has partnered with Engel & Völkers to bring a new level of luxury lifestyle and dedicated professionalism to those along The Gulf Coast.

Engel & Völkers, a leading international brokerage focused on luxury residential and commercial properties embody a culture of leadership. Their seasoned professional advisors collaborate to support each other to achieve both personal and professional greatness. Their culture of leadership is the same around the globe and focuses on client service at the heart of their foundation. Harris and founder Christian Völker share a mutual bond. Their roots in real estate run deep. Harris and Völker have been in the real estate market for decades. For Harris, his roots began generations ago. "Choosing to take the ball and run with it, is what I did when I started Harris Vacation Rentals." 

The luxury lifestyle offered in this area can be divided into two components. Primary homes in Baldwin county and vacation homes and condominiums that are found along the white sandy beaches and along our waterways. "Homes in this area offer the buyer, seller, and renter to experience The Gulf Coast that focuses on professionalism, expertise, and dedication to client service, backed by a global network of like-minded professionals," Harris said. 

As lifestyle of luxury options serves as a key influence for Americans, the relocation to our area continues to show significant and steady growth in Baldwin County. According to the the U.S. Census, Baldwin County is the fastest growing county in Alabama. In 2022 places like Gulf Shores grew by 54.1 %, Foley 39.1 %, Elberta 31.8 %, Loxley 127.3 %, Summerdale 70.3 %, and Orange Beach 48.8 %. It's estimated that six to eight million tourists visit annually. 

Engel & Völkers delivers a level of exceptional people doing exceptional work for not only owners but guests. Residents here have comprehensive property management and real-time real estate solutions. Engel & Völkers also has over 250 locations and over 5,300 real estate advisors in the Americas. The international brand is listed in more than 34 countries worldwide. With a firm foundation of what it takes to succeed and grow in the real estate market, one can be sure that working with their team of advisors will allow for consistency, flow, and continuation of growth. 

Engel & Völkers Gulf Shores have also partnered with the South Baldwin Literacy Council as a means to give back by donating $100 per commissionable transaction and working to develop their Financial Literacy Initiative, which will assist those in need of financial education in the community. 

For more information visit them on the web gulfshores.evrealestate.com or in person at their shop at The Wharf. 

Homes in this area offer the buyer, seller, and renter to experience The Gulf Coast.

  • Engel & Völkers leadership and support team

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