I read the same set of orders you're reading. Ten times.
Thirty years in the Air Force. Ten PCS moves with my family. I retired as a Chief Master Sergeant in 2020 and became a Realtor on the Emerald Coast so military families would not have to figure this out alone.
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Chief Master Sergeant Art Roy, U.S. Air Force (Ret.), 1990 to 2020.
Who is Art Roy?
Art Roy is a licensed Florida Realtor with Keller Williams Realty Emerald Coast in Navarre, Florida, and the agent behind Chief Home Group. He served 30 years in the United States Air Force, retiring in April 2020 as a Chief Master Sergeant after ten permanent-change-of-station moves across four countries. He now helps active-duty families, retirees, and veterans buy and sell homes around Hurlburt Field, Eglin AFB, Navarre, Fort Walton Beach, Destin, Crestview, and Pensacola, including sight-unseen purchases for families who cannot get here before their report date.
Where the ten moves took me
Every line below was a house hunt, a school search, a lease or a closing, and a family under a clock.
Retired April 2020, Chief Master Sergeant, United States Air Force.
Why I went into real estate
The last move was the one that decided it.
By 2020 I had done this nine times before, and I still watched families arrive at Hurlburt with 30 days of temporary lodging, a rental market that had already turned over, and an agent who had never seen a set of orders. The house is not the hard part of a PCS. The timeline is. The paperwork is. Not knowing which side of the bay to look on is.
So when I retired I interned at Keller Williams Emerald Coast on the agency side to learn how a brokerage actually runs. I went to work as a licensed agent on May 22, 2020, six weeks after my retirement.
You are the one making this move. My job is to hand you the map, the timeline, and the honest read on each neighborhood, then get out of your way.
What I've earned since
Certifications
- MRP, Military Relocation Professional (National Association of Realtors). The credential for working with active-duty service members, veterans, and their families.
- FMS, Florida Military Specialist (Florida Realtors). The Florida companion to the MRP, covering financing options and transaction practice for Florida's military families.
- PSA, Pricing Strategy Advisor (NAR). Comparative pricing and valuation, which is what protects you on a compressed sale or an out-of-state offer.
- PMP, Project Management Professional. Earned on the Air Force side. It is the reason a PCS with me runs off a written timeline instead of a phone call after something has already slipped.
Production recognition, Keller Williams Realty
| 2021 | Gold Circle Award |
| 2022 | Gold Circle Award |
| 2023 | Medallion Award |
| 2024 | Silver Circle Award |
| 2025 | Silver Circle Award |
Five consecutive years of production recognition from Keller Williams Realty.
Plain language on the credentials: a certification is a course, not a combat record. The MRP and FMS tell you I did the professional homework on military transactions. The PMP tells you the process is documented. The ten moves tell you I already knew the terrain.
What military families say
Verbatim excerpts from public Google reviews.
"We had to purchase a home site unseen. Art was sure to video conference us with every home we were interested in and POINTED OUT EVERY DETAIL, even if he knew those details would have us reject the home. He didn't try to upsell us or convince us a home was better than it seemed. ... We walked into our new home and felt like we had seen it a million times, thanks to him."
Dr. Nicole Greene, Google review
"While we were going through a PCS they made us feel so at ease during the selling process and even hooked us up with a realtor at our new station. Can't say enough, they are wonderful."
Kellie Jones, Google review
"He has over 20 plus years of military service and was extremely helpful and knowledgeable of everything that goes into military moves and buying/selling houses ... Highly recommend, especially for anyone military who is either buying or selling."
Austin Traylor, Google review
"Art helped us out on our move from across the country. He went the extra mile with multiple virtual showings, pointing out items of interest and potential problem areas not easily seen in online listings. ... He made sure to make routine stops when he was in the area and kept us updated on the condition of the property."
Aaron Araiza, Google review
"He is very easy going, knowledgeable, accommodating and knows the area very well and make the process of buying a house very easy and surprisingly enjoyable. Bonus, he is retired military and is very well versed in VA loans and helps navigate through that process."
A. J., Google review
"We were moving from out of state, so our time to look in person was limited. He arranged two days of great homes for us to check out. We had tons of questions about the loan assumption process and he was very patient as everything got sorted out."
Ellie Smith, Google review
What working with Chief Home Group looks like
Three phases, matched to where you are right now.
Orders received
We build your timeline backward from your report date, set your BAH-to-payment target, and start filtering neighborhoods before you book a flight.
House-hunting trip window
If a trip makes sense, we structure it so you see the right homes in two days instead of burning a week of leave. If it does not, we run video walkthroughs instead.
Report date
We handle inspection, appraisal, and closing logistics remotely. Mobile notary and power of attorney if you cannot be in the room.
Frequently asked
Can I really buy a home here before I arrive?
Yes. A large share of what I do is sight-unseen. It works because you get video walkthroughs of every candidate, an inspection you can read before you commit, and contract language that gives you a way out if something is materially wrong.
Do you only work with military families?
No. Military relocation is the specialty, and civilian buyers and sellers across Navarre, Gulf Breeze, Fort Walton Beach, Destin, Crestview, and Pensacola are welcome. The process is the same one either way.
What happens if my orders change?
It happens. Florida contracts allow contingencies, and we write yours with the possibility in mind so a change in orders does not cost you your deposit. We talk through the specific language before you sign anything.
How does the VA loan work if I've already used mine?
You may have remaining entitlement, and a prior VA loan can sometimes be assumed by a qualified buyer. The math depends on your county loan limit and what is still tied up in a home you own. I will walk you through the options and connect you with a VA-experienced lender.
Are you the only person I'd be working with?
No. I run the transaction, and a project coordinator keeps the paperwork, deadlines, and vendor scheduling moving. You get one point of contact and a documented timeline.
What areas do you cover?
Navarre, Hurlburt Field, Eglin AFB, Fort Walton Beach, Destin, Gulf Breeze, Crestview, Pensacola, and the surrounding Emerald Coast.
Updated September 2026
Let's put your PCS on a timeline.
Thirty minutes on the phone. Bring your report date and your questions. No pressure to list, buy, or sign anything.
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