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South West Florida Real Estate and Waterfront Property information including areas of Bonita Springs, Barefoot Beach, Bonita Bay, Fort Myers Beach, Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Captiva Island, Sanibel Island Naples and more. Information on Communities, Real Estate Market conditions and statistics, Events, Home Selling and Buying resources and fun things about SW Florida.
RECENT BLOG POSTS
We've always here, Call me, I'm available 24 x 7. Good for you. This is NOT a post to slam those who put forth their availability 24 x 7 as part of their business model. I really do appreciate agents who pick up the phone when I call. Having a live voice to speak to is better than leaving a messa...
07/26/2010
Open House! Sat July 24, 2010 Lusby MD 20657 12-4 Pm Side Saddle Open House Flyer Must see this quaint rambler in Chesapeake Ranch Estates. Community amenities include: Amenities:Airport, Campgrounds Clubhouse  Driftwood Beach  Gardens   Horseshoe Club  Lake Lariat    Seahorse Beach  Stables  Sho...
07/24/2010
13141 Court David, Lusby Md 20657! Lusby MD 20657! 300 Ft. of Waterfront on Mill Creek! Complete Remodel and Addition in 2008!This home is in pristine condition and the pictures don't show the true beauty! Must see to appreciate the expansive views, open floor plan and spans of glass!Amazing kitc...
07/22/2010
     Who Can Get A USDA Rural Housing Loan? First of all this depends greatly on your lender. Right now for instance the USDA Rural Housing program is not funded and most lenders are not even offering the program. Envoy Mortgage is closing these loans right now but the majority of lenders are not...
07/18/2010
The day before yesterday I explained that the home inspector, on critical safety issues, needs to take a stand that protects clients. Many people who are in real estate realize that spindles today, at guardrails or handrails on any deck or porch that is 30" or higher over grade, should have gaps...
07/18/2010
In home staging your purpose is to highlight the features and focal points of a property for sale. When you list a house, you really want to premept objections by showing the property in its best light. Take a look at these before and after shots and see if you can pick out the features that shou...
07/18/2010
Do you prep your buyers for the physical inspection? The physical inspection is where we as licensed agents sometimes hit a bump in the road.  It is the main discovery process for the buyer, and probably the most apprehensive time for them, especially for those buyers who are a little more distru...
07/16/2010
Real Estate Agents Are Not Just Door Openers- What A Buyer's Agent Really Does     There are a lot of home buyers out there that think real estate agents merely drive people around, unlock doors and let people inside homes.  Some even view us as glorified taxi drivers.  However, the truth is that...
07/16/2010
Do you want your home to sell!! Pictures, Pictures, Pictures PLEASE! If you can't take pictures hire a professional! Stages advice - take it with open arms.A Stager's Advice to Realtors Lately I've been on the agent circuit, having done recent home staging presentations for local Keller Williams,...
07/08/2010
On February 15, 2010 The Federal Housing Administration adopted new appraisal guidelines that include "geographic competency" requirements.  Effective June 30, 2010 Fannie Mae adopted similar requirements, a move that we think is important. The HVCC ruling came from NY Attorney General Cuomo and...
07/08/2010
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