About
Your Emerald Coast Real Estate Partner
Living and Investing in the Florida Panhandle, I enjoy helping families and investors find their place on the Emerald Coast.
A Local Who Knows This Market
I Live Where I Work I don’t just sell the Florida Panhandle lifestyle—I live it. Living locally gives me firsthand knowledge of our communities, beaches, neighborhoods, and the everyday realities of owning property along the Emerald Coast
Local Knowledge Matters From Panama City Beach and the surrounding coastal communities to the quieter neighborhoods locals call home, I understand how location can affect lifestyle, rental potential, property values, and resale. That local perspective helps my clients see beyond what they can find in a listing.
More Than a Destination The Panhandle is more than a vacation destination—it’s home. I understand what draws people here because I chose to make my life here too, and I use that perspective to help customers find the property and community that best fit what they want from life on the Emerald Coast.
9+
Years on the Emerald Coast
$100M+
In closed transactions
200+
Families served
Credentials
Credentials & Affiliations
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Beach Properties of Florida
Joan Winchell, Realtor — part of the world's most trusted real estate network
Licensed in 3 States
Licensed Realtor in Florida, Kansas, and Missouri
Florida Realtors Member and National Association of Realtors Member
Active member of the Florida Association of Realtors and National Association of Realtors
Bachelor of Arts Degree In Communication
Joan is a Graduate of the University of Kansas. 31% of Realtors nationwide have a Bachelor's degree.
My approach
My Philosophy
My philosophy is simple: real estate should be about making the right decision, not just making a deal. I believe in giving my customers straightforward advice, honest market insight, and the information I would want if I were making the decision myself. Whether buying a home, investing in a short-term rental, or selling a property, my role is to protect my customer’s interests, identify both opportunities and risks, and help them make a decision they’ll still feel good about long after closing.
"Real estate is the largest financial decision most people make. You deserve an agent who treats it that way — with honesty, expertise, and genuine care for your outcome."
Affiliation
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Beach Properties of Florida
As part of the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices network — one of the world's largest and most respected real estate brands — my customers benefit from global reach, trusted brand recognition, and access to a network of luxury buyers that independent agents simply can't match.
- Global luxury buyer network
- Trusted brand with decades of integrity
- Cutting-edge marketing technology
- Local expertise backed by national resources
Ready to Work Together?
Whether you're buying your first Emerald Coast property or selling a home you've owned for decades, I'd love to hear your story.