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  • Southwest Florida Real Estate Sales at Highest Level for August in Five Years

    Southwest Florida Real Estate Sales at Highest Level for August in Five Years

    September 23, 2020 |

    Lee county’s housing market saw a significant increase in closings in the single-family category in August compared to the same period a year ago.  Typically, sales are slower during the summer months in the Southwest Florida market.  Closings in the single-family category were up in August 2020 (1,401) compared to August 2019 (1,203).  This is… Read More

  • How to Attract More Buyers

    How to Attract More Buyers

    September 22, 2020 |

    These tips will help you convince buyers your property offers top value for their dollar. Amp up curb appeal. Look at your home objectively from the street. Check the condition of the landscaping, paint, roof, shutters, front door, knocker, windows, and house number. Observe how your window treatments look from the outside. Something special—such as big flowerpots… Read More

  • 7 Reasons to Own a Home

    7 Reasons to Own a Home

    September 22, 2020 |

    Tax benefits The U.S. Tax Code lets you deduct the interest you pay on your mortgage, your property taxes, and some of the costs involved in buying a home. Appreciation Historically, real estate has had a long-term, stable growth in value. In fact, median single-family existing-home sale prices have increased on average 5.2 percent each year… Read More

  • What’s Happening ~ September 2020 Edition

    September 1, 2020 |

    Welcome to your September Issue of What’s Happening in Southwest Florida.  Public schools in Lee, Collier, and Charlotte Counties are back in session with in-person learning at about half capacity.  Some beloved outdoor events, like Yappy Hour at the Bell Tower Shops, are back this month. Virtual Scavenger Hunt Cape Coral Parks & Rec is launching a month… Read More

  • What’s Happening ~ August 2020

    July 31, 2020 |

    Wherever summer takes you, here is your Summer issue of What’s Happening in Southwest Florida.  Things are still changing daily, but here’s the latest as of August 1st. Back-to-School Supply Drive at Aubuchon Team of Companies Now thru August 15th | 4707 SE 9th Pl, Cape Coral, FL 33904 | The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools is… Read More

  • What’s Happening – July 2020

    July 1, 2020 |

      Wherever summer takes you, here is your Summer issue of What’s Happening in Southwest Florida.  Things are changing daily but here’s the latest as of July 1st. Back-to-School Supply Drive at Aubuchon Team of Companies June 25th – August 5th | 4707 SE 9th Pl, Cape Coral, FL 33904 | The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools… Read More

  • Florida Enters Phase 2 of the SAFE. SMART. STEP-BY-STEP Plan to Re-open

    Florida Enters Phase 2 of the SAFE. SMART. STEP-BY-STEP Plan to Re-open

    June 5, 2020 |

    Starting Friday, June 5, Phase 2 applies to all counties in Florida except Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach. Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach may seek approval to enter Phase 2 with a written request from the County Mayor or County Administrator if there is no County Mayor. Here is a brief breakdown of Phase 2. I… Read More

  • Get to Know Southwest Florida

    June 4, 2020 |

    FORT MYERS | CAPE CORAL | SANIBEL | CAPTIVA – A “Waterfront Wonderland” We are proud to call Southwest Florida home. This video takes you on a tour of Fort Myers, Cape Coral, and the surrounding areas. Our area is known for its pristine beaches, cultural hubs, entertainment, and dining. When you’re ready to make your… Read More

  • What’s Happening in SWFL – June 2020

    May 28, 2020 |

    We are turning a corner here in Southwest Florida.  Gyms are opening up with precautions in place.  Restaurants are opening up to 50% capacity. Drive-in movies are taking the place of theaters, but we’ll take it! I’m here to keep you in the know about What’s Happening in Southwest Florida.  Things are changing daily but here’s… Read More

  • Selling Your House During a Pandemic? Here’s What You Should Know!

    May 19, 2020 |

    You can sell your home during a pandemic and buyers are still looking.