Doug Hooper
Straightforward guidance on gulf-front condos — from a Florida REALTOR® who reads the HOA docs before you have to ask.
A retired United States Air Force veteran, Doug made his way from Ellsworth Air Force Base in South Dakota to Florida's Gulf Coast, where he now focuses exclusively on condo buyers. Before entering the real estate field, he owned and operated Valley Sawmills, a business serving customers across the country. This experience developed the meticulous attention to detail and commitment to thoroughness that he now applies when reviewing condominium association documents, ensuring every aspect is carefully considered for buyers exploring condo options — the same level of detail covered in his own condo buying guide.
He holds the Military Relocation Professional (MRP) designation through the National Association of REALTORS®, and understands what a PCS timeline demands, from remote showings to fast closings, especially when buying a beachfront condo sight unseen.
At home, Doug and his wife keep horses, goats, and chickens on a few inland acres on the Florida panhandle — near enough to the coast to know the condo market firsthand, far enough to keep a quiet pace of life. His approach to helping buyers navigate Panama City Beach condos for sale is honest, patient, and detail-oriented, providing guidance without pressure.
Licensed, Designated, Accountable
Florida REALTOR®
License #SL3568532
Century 21 AllPoints Realty
Panama City Beach, FL
Military Relocation Professional (MRP)
National Association of REALTORS®
What Doug Spends the Most Time On
Gulf-Front Condos
The full range from vintage low-rises to newer towers — what each building's HOA, insurance, and reserve situation actually looks like, not just the listing photos. Browse current listings to see what's active right now.
Military Relocation (PCS Buyers)
A retired Air Force veteran himself, Doug holds the MRP designation and works regularly with military clients relocating to or from military assignments, handling VA financing, tight timelines, and purchases made sight unseen or on a short visit.
First-Time & Out-of-State Buyers
Patient, detail-oriented walkthroughs of HOA docs, milestone inspection and SIRS reserve-study status, and what dues actually cover — the parts of buying a condo that don't show up in a listing. Check the current market report for pricing context before you start touring.