Alabama's Gulf Coast

You don't have to be a millionaire to live at the beach.

I'm Andy Hollis, a licensed real estate agent on Alabama's Gulf Coast. I help buyers, sellers, and investors with honest, straight-forward guidance, no pressure, no cold calls.

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Andy Hollis, real estate agent on Alabama's Gulf Coast
11+
Years in Real Estate
200+
Families Served
3,700+
YouTube Subscribers
37
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Andy Hollis, real estate agent on Alabama's Gulf Coast
Meet Andy

Why did Andy get into real estate?

The cold calling, chasing leads, and constantly feeling like you had to convince people to work with you just never felt natural. I wanted to build a business where people came to me because they already knew, liked, and trusted me.

That changed when I started creating videos about life on the Gulf Coast. Over 11 years, 200+ families served, and hundreds of videos later, thousands of families have used my content to learn about Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, and Baldwin County before ever picking up the phone. Instead of selling people, I started helping people. And everything changed.

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Why do hundreds of YouTube videos matter?

I have been filming life on the Gulf Coast for over 11 years — hundreds of neighborhood tours, market updates, and honest advice about buying and living here. With 200+ days of sunshine a year, a 30% population growth rate in the last decade, and 3,700+ subscribers tuning in regularly, there is a lot to talk about. Watch a few and you will know if I am the right fit.

Why do clients watch videos before calling?

Most of my clients watch a few videos before they ever reach out. They already know how I think, what I know about the area, and whether we are a good fit. That is the whole point.

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Ready to start browsing homes?

Visit my property search site to browse listings, save favorites, and find your perfect spot on the Alabama Gulf Coast. With median home prices ranging from $233K in Gulf Shores to $460K in Orange Beach, there is something for every budget. No pressure, no sign-up walls — just the real inventory.

Browse condos, single-family homes, and investment properties across Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, and all of Baldwin County.

FAQ

What questions do people ask about the Gulf Coast?

Is Orange Beach a good place to live year-round?
Yes. Orange Beach has a permanent population around 8,500 with top-rated schools (98/100 state report card) and a year-round coastal lifestyle. The cost of living runs about 15% above the national average, mostly due to housing, but residents get no city income tax and a community that feels like vacation every day.
Can you really make money with a beach rental?
It depends on the property, the HOA rules, and your expectations. Some condos allow short-term rentals and generate solid income during peak season. Others have restrictions. I will help you understand the real numbers before you buy, not after.
What is the beach tax?
The "beach tax" is what locals call the hidden costs of coastal living: higher insurance premiums, HOA fees on condos, flood zone requirements, and property taxes that reflect the location. It is real, and I will make sure you know the full picture before you commit.
What is the difference between vacationing somewhere and actually living there?
A lot. Vacationing is a week of sunsets and seafood. Living somewhere means understanding insurance, school zones, hurricane prep, HOA rules, and where to get your tires rotated. I will give you the real scoop on daily life, not the Instagram version.
"People are not buying houses. They are buying a lifestyle."

- Andy Hollis

Family enjoying sunset on Gulf Coast beach

What is Andy's mission for his clients?

Time freedom. Location freedom. Financial freedom. Whether that means owning a place at the beach, relocating your family, or building a business that gives you more time with the people you love. That is what this is about.