The Ultimate Real Estate Comeback After Hurricane Katrina with Jon Ritten

Dive into a powerful conversation with Leigh Brown and Jon Ritten
as they recount the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and its
seismic impact on Gulf Coast real estate. Jon shares his
firsthand account of the devastation, the skyrocketing property
values, and the resilience of the community. Learn how updated
building standards and storm hardening are shaping the future of
coastal living. Plus, hear the story of how houses in the Gulf
Coast soared to insane prices overnight!


 


 


Key takeaways to listen for


Ways Hurricane Katrina transformed Gulf Coast real estate and
property values

The remarkable resilience of the Gulf Coast community and
REALTORS after Hurricane Katrina

Challenges and impact of rising insurance costs on rebuilding
and property development

How do updated building standards help new constructions
withstand natural disasters?

Insight into the vital support provided by the Realtor Relief
Foundation in the aftermath of disasters



 


 


Resources mentioned in this episode


REALTORS Relief Foundation

My Safe Florida Home

Beauvoir

Closed For Storm



 


 


About Jon Ritten


Jon, a Miami University graduate, has over 32 years of experience
in real estate sales and management. As the Broker/Owner of
RE/MAX Coast Delta Realty, he has been a key industry leader. He
has served as the Immediate Past President of the state
association and the 2023 President of the MS Association of
REALTORS. In 2017, Jon was named the RE/MAX Broker/Owner of the
Year for Mississippi. He has also held numerous leadership roles,
including President of the Gulf Coast Association of Realtors and
the Hancock County Community Foundation Board. Additionally, he
served as a commissioner on the Hancock County Port & Harbor
Commission. Jon lives in Diamondhead with his wife, Julie, and
their two daughters, Kendall and Laura Grace.


 


 


Connect with Jon


Website: JON RITTEN

Instagram: @jonritten

Email: jon@ritten.realtor

Phone Number: 228-363-0648



 


 


Connect with Leigh


Please subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast app at
https://pod.link/1153262163, and never miss a beat from Leigh by
visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @
LeighThomasBrown.


 


 


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