About Edward

Edward Johnston is the Broker/Owner of Coldwell Banker Next Generation Realty [https://www.coldwellbankernextgeneration.com/]. Edward joined the local Real Estate Association in 1977. Edward has earned the REALTOR Emeritus status for more than forty (40) years of REALTOR membership. Edward is a member of the million-dollar guild of the Coldwell Banker Global Luxury program. This requires an intimate knowledge of luxury design and construction plus a proven sales record of selling luxury properties. The Coldwell Banker Global Luxury program is all about having a luxury mindset to effectively market and/or assist in helping you acquire your dream home Edward also has a successful construction business [https://www.erj.net/] and continues to build many fine custom homes and commercial buildings throughout Citrus County. Since 1976, Edward been delivering innovative, energy efficient, quality-built construction to a wide-ranging group of clients on Florida’s Nature Coast. Edward and his wife, Janet Johnston, have three children. Daughter Anne is active at NASA as a Chemical Engineer. Daughter Ellen is currently attending college to advance her nursing degree to a nurse anesthetist. And son Aaron, has a Master’s degree in Bio-Medical Engineering and graduated Law School with distinction. Aaron joined a premier national law firm. Edward is active in the community and has served as a President of the Citrus County Builders Association, President of the Citrus County Chapter of the Coastal Conservation Association, and as a Club President and Governor [http://governorted6950.com/] for Rotary International District 6950. Edward is an avid outdoorsman. Having spent more than 40 years fishing in our coastal waters, including the coastal waters of Homosassa [https://leisuretimetravel.com/2013/05/24/tarpon-fishing-crystal-river-and-homosassa-river/] & Crystal River and throughout Bahamas [https://leisuretimetravel.com/bahamas/] & Caribbean [https://leisuretimetravel.com/leisure-time-travel/]. There is some thought required to find that perfect water front property. For example: Does the property have access to deep water? Are there bridges or obstacles in the way which would impede navigation, and a very important consideration when purchasing a home are the FEMA Flood Zone rules! And, if you’re looking for a property to build on, clearly, 40 plus years of building experience goes a long way to help you make the proper decision while choosing a building site. Jurisdictional wetlands, building setbacks, lot coverage ratios for impervious surfaces, building heights, and utility connections & easements are some of the considerations for new construction. Edward Johnston is by far the most knowledgeable waterfront real estate professional on the Nature Coast & Citrus County and has experience to turn your dream into Reality.