Market Statistics & News

Winter Housing Market

The Winter Housing Market Forecast Won’t Be Chilly

According to experts, the winter housing market is not forecasted to cool off through the end of this year and into next year. Let’s connect to make sure you’re ready to enter the Naples real estate market during the hottest time to buy or sell a home.

Economists and industry experts predict the winter housing market will remain strong. Demand for home buying continues due to low mortgage rates and the desire for people to move to less populated areas.

Begin Your Southwest Florida Property Search

So, if you’re ready to begin your search for your southwest Florida Luxury home or condo, explore our website to find information about communities in the area. If golf is your game, we specialize in golf community real estate and we’ll help you navigate more than 150 different golf communities in our area. If you prefer a more direct approach, we will provide a list of properties and communities that meet your needs.

Also, if you are considering new construction, remember the contractor’s real estate agent represents the builder’s best interest, not yours. There is no cost for you to have an agent represent you. In fact, we may be able to help you save money and negotiate for extras which the builder may not let you know about.

Lastly, we will handle all contract negotiations with paperless transactions for your property from offer to close!

Considering Selling Your Home, Take Advantage of the Projected Strong Winter Housing Market

If you are thinking about selling a home in Bonita Springs, Estero, Naples or Fort Myers we recommend you work with a real estate professional or consultant who has the experience and knowledge to provide an accurate market comparison so you can determine the right asking price. If you live in a golf community in southwest Florida, you are competing with more than 150 other golf communities. Contact us today to learn how your home or condo stacks up against the competition and how we can position your property to sell quickly and for a fair price.

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If you are looking for a focused and goal-oriented Realtor in southwest Florida who will help you achieve your Real Estate needs, please reach out to us directly. Additionally, if you are looking for a golf community expert or you are considering buying or selling a home, luxury home, vacation home, second home, larger home, golf home, pet-friendly or dream home, call or text 239-370-0892 or email Matt@NaplesGolfGuy.com

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November 20th, 2020 Posted by NaplesGolfGuy

Homes for Sale Disappearing

Homes for Sale Disappearing Quickly

With the hot real estate market, we continue to see homes for sale disappearing quickly. Inventory remains historically low as do interest rates. Through all the challenges of 2020, the real estate market has done very well, and purchasers are continuing to take advantage of historically low mortgage rates. Realtor Magazine just explained:

“While winter may be typically a slow season in real estate, economists predict it isn’t likely to happen this year…Low inventories combined with high demand due to record-low mortgage rates is sending buyers to the market in a flurry.”

However, one challenge for the housing industry heading into this winter is the dwindling number of homes available for sale. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for the National Association of Realtors (NAR), recently said:

“There is no shortage of hopeful, potential buyers, but inventory is historically low.”

In addition, Danielle Hale, Chief Economist for realtor.com, notes:

“Fewer new sellers coming to market while a greater than usual number of buyers continue to search for a home causes inventory to continue to evaporate.”

One major indicator the industry uses to measure housing supply is the months’ supply of inventory. According to NAR:

“Months’ supply refers to the number of months it would take for the current inventory of homes on the market to sell given the current sales pace.”

Historically, six months of supply is considered a normal real estate market. Going into the pandemic, inventory was already well below this mark. As the year progressed, the supply has was reduced even further. Here is a graph showing this measurement over the last year:

What does this mean if you’re a buyer?

Be patient during your home search. It may take time to find a home you love. Once you do, be ready to move forward quickly. Get pre-approved for a mortgage, be prepared to make a competitive offer from the start, and understand how the shortage in inventory has led to more bidding wars. Calculate just how far you’re willing to go to secure a home if you truly love it.

What does this mean if you’re a seller?

Realize that, in some ways, you’re in the driver’s seat. When there’s a shortage of an item at the same time there’s a strong demand for it, the seller is in a good position to negotiate. Whether it’s the price, moving date, possible repairs, or anything else, you’ll be able to ask for more from a potential purchaser at a time like this – especially if you have multiple interested buyers. Do not be unreasonable, but understand you probably have the upper hand.

So, the housing market will remain strong throughout the winter and heading into the spring. Know what that means for you, whether you’re buying, selling, or doing both.

Begin Your Property Search

Lastly, we will handle all contract negotiations with paperless transactions for your property from offer to close!

Considering Selling your home? With Homes for Sale Disappearing Now Is a Great Time to Sell!

If you are looking to sell your home in Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, or Ft. Myers we encourage you to work with a Professional Real Estate Agent or REALTOR® who has the experience and knowledge to provide an accurate market comparison so you can determine the right asking price. If you live in a golf community in southwest Florida, you are competing with more than 150 other golf communities. Contact us today to learn how your home or condo stacks up against the competition and how we can position your property to sell quickly and for a fair price.

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November 19th, 2020 Posted by NaplesGolfGuy

Lakewood Home Price Improved

Lakewood Home Price Improved!

Large Lakewood home price improved! Now being offered at $514,999, this must see Naples home has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with ample space for a home office, home schooling, and plenty of room for the entire family! Just minutes from downtown and the sandy white beaches of the Gulf of Mexico.

At the center of the home is a newly renovated entertainer’s kitchen overlooking the expansive lanai with lake and golf course views. The island and large pantry kitchen is truly something special. If you’re an avid cook, you’ll enjoy the new stainless steel appliances and plenty of space to make the perfect family meal.

Lakewood Home Price Improved – 4340 Beechwood Lake Drive – $514,999

Entertain family and friends with a built in wine bar featuring a new wine cooler to store all your favorite wines.

The large lanai is a place of paradise. Sit back and relax and enjoy the view of the third hole of Lakewood Golf Course. New bamboo ceilings and screens enhance the overall experience for all to enjoy.

More information about this Lakewood Naples Home for Sale:

From the moment you walk through the door, you’ll be taken in by the beautiful new bamboo floors in the living area. The layout of this home is perfect for a family looking for room to spread out throughout the house offering each family member plenty of privacy. Room after room, it seems the house will never end!

As you head into the master bedroom and master bathroom you’ll be treated to brand new flooring, a fully remodeled bathroom with rain head shower and walk-in closet.

Wait! There’s more…

New Roof (installed 2019)
Oversized 2 car garage
New Water Heater
Newer Air Conditioning Unit
LED Lighting throughout
2,816 Square Feet Under Air
View video tour…

It all comes together perfectly on a large lot with neighbors on one side only. To schedule a private tour, contact Matthew Klinowski for a private tour or a video tour of the home – 239-370-0892.

More About Lakewood

Lakewood is centrally located just southeast of Downtown Naples and the sandy white beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. A non-gated community, this neighborhood has low Home Owners Association (HOA) fees. Homes are spread throughout the community which includes Lakewood Country Club, a private 18 hole golf course. In addition to golf, the club has a community pool and tennis courts for members.

Considering Selling your home?

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or at 239-370-0892

November 17th, 2020, Posted by NaplesGolfGuy

Time for a Larger House

It May Be Time For a Larger House If You Are Working Remotely

Is it time for a larger house? If you’ve been working remotely this year, chances are you’ve been at it a little longer than you initially expected. Businesses all over the country have figured out how to operate remotely to keep their employees healthy, safe, and productive. For many, it may be carrying into next year, and possibly beyond.

While the pandemic continues, Americans are re-evaluating their homes, floorplans, locations, needs, and more. Some need more space, while others need less. Whether you’re renting or own your home, if remote work is part of your future, you may be thinking about moving, especially while today’s mortgage rates are so low.

A recent study from Upwork notes:

“Anywhere from 14 to 23 million Americans are planning to move as a result of remote work.”

To put this into perspective, last year, 6 million homes were sold in the U.S. This means roughly 2 – 4X as many people are considering moving now, and there’s a direct connection to their ability to work from home.

The same study also notes while 45.3% of people are planning to stay within a 2-hour drive from their current location, 41.5% of the people who are citing working from home as their primary reason for making a move are willing to look for a home more than 4 hours away from where they live now (See graph below):

In some cases, moving a little further away from your current location might mean you can get more home for your money. If you have the opportunity to work remotely, you may have more options available by expanding your search. Upwork also indicates, of those surveyed:

“People are seeking less expensive housing: Altogether, more than half (52.5%) are planning to move to a house that is significantly more affordable than their current home.”

Whether you can eliminate your daily commute to the office, or you simply need more space to work from home, your plans may be changing. If that’s the case, it’s time to connect with a local real estate professional to assess your evolving needs and determine your path together.

So, this has been a year of change, and what you need in a home is no exception. Let’s connect today to make sure you have expert guidance on your side to help you find a home that fits your remote work needs.

Begin Your Southwest Florida Property Search

Lastly, we will handle all contract negotiations with paperless transactions for your property from offer to close!

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Contact Matt: Matt@NaplesGolfGuy.com

or at 239-370-0892

November 16th, 2020 Posted by NaplesGolfGuy

October SWFL Home Sales

Southwest Florida Home Sales

The latest October SWFL Florida home sales report for the week of October 17th showed there were 177 properties sold in Southwest Florida versus them the prior week when 172 properties sold.

Once again, Southern Fort Myers had the most transactions for the week with 101 property sales up significantly from 85 sales the previous week. Transactions were as follows: 61 percent vacant lots, 9 percent were condos and 28 percent were single family homes. The remaining Fort Myers properties sold were a mobile home and a commercial unit.

Estero moved up to second place with 39 property sales compared to the week of the 10th when there were 45 home sales. Real Estate sales were split between multiple property types. Of the 39 home sales, 26 percent were vacant lots, 28 percent were condos and 44 percent were single family homes. The only other Estero transaction was a couple of mobile home.

Finally, Bonita Springs remained slipped into the 3rd position with 35 real estate transactions for the week compared to the prior week when there were 57 home sales. Of the 35 real estate sales, 34 percent were condos, 46 percent were single family homes and 14 percent vacant lots. The other Bonita Springs transactions were 2 coops.

In review, based on the real estate transactions report for the week of October 17th, property sales were broken down by the following types in Southwest Florida: 33 condos, 66 single family homes, 77 vacant lots, 2 mobile homes, 2 coops and 1 commercial unit.

Southwest Florida Home Sales by zip code

Bonita Springs

34134 – 11 properties sold (2 coops, 1 vacant lot, 3 single family homes and 5 condos)
34135 – 24 properties sold (4 vacant lots, 13 single family homes and 7 condos)

Southern Fort Myers

33912 – 13 properties sold (1 commercial unit, 2 vacant lots, 2 single family homes and 8 condos)
33913 – 30 properties sold (1 mobile home, 13 vacant lots, 15 single family homes and 1 condo)
33967 – 58 properties sold (11 single family homes and 47 vacant lots)

Estero

33928 – 27 properties sold (1 mobile home, 10 vacant lots, 13 single family homes and 3 condos)
33967 – 2 properties sold (2 single family homes)
34134 – 3 properties sold (1 single family home and 2 condos)
34135 – 7 properties sold (1 single family home and 6 condos)

Miromar Lakes

33913 – 2 properties sold (1 single family home and 1 condo)

October SWFL Home Sales Reports:

Lee County Real Estate Transactions Week of Oct. 17th 2020

Bonita Springs and Estero Housing Update

Naples Real Estate Review

Luxury Golf Community Real Estate Trends

Begin Your Southwest Florida Property Search

Lastly, we will handle all contract negotiations with paperless transactions for your property from offer to close!

Considering Selling Your Home?

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Contact Matt: Matt@NaplesGolfGuy.com

or at 239-370-0892

November 15th, 2020 Posted by NaplesGolfGuy

Sell Your House Safely

Tips to Sell Your House Safely Right Now

It is a seller’s market and you might be considering selling your home. Here are tips on how to sell your house safely.

Some Highlights

Your agent now has over 6 months of experience selling houses during the pandemic and can make the process easier and safer for you today.
COVID-19 protocols and technology usage recommendations from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) are making it possible to sell houses right now, while agents continue to abide first and foremost by state and local regulations.
Let’s connect to discuss how to sell your house safely in today’s housing market.

Ready to Sell Your House Safely? Work with an Experienced Naples Realtor

In today’s rapidly changing market, it’s critical to make sure you have a digital game plan and an effective online marketing strategy when selling your home. One of the ways your agent can help with this is to make sure your listing photos and virtual tours stand out from the crowd, truly giving buyers a detailed and thorough view of your home.

So, if you’re ready to move forward, virtual practices may help you maximize your return on your homes while putting everyone’s safety first. We know exactly what today’s buyers need, and how to put the necessary digital steps in place. For example, according to the same survey, when asked to select what technology would be most helpful when deciding on a new home, here’s what today’s homebuyers said, in order of preference:

Virtual tour of the home
Accurate and detailed listing information
Detailed neighborhood information
High-quality listing photos
Agent-led video chat
Paperless Transactions

By leveraging technology, we’ve been able to sell multiple homes through virtual tours which help you sell your house safely in today’s market.

Now more than ever, an agent’s presence on the internet is critical to selling your home. Let’s connect to talk about how we would leverage new real estate technology such as virtual tours and high-end photography, e-mail marketing, social media marketing and much more.

Finally, if you live in a golf community in southwest Florida, you are competing with more than 150 other golf communities. Contact us today to learn how your home or condo stacks up against the competition and how we can position your property to sell quickly and for a fair price.

Should I Use a Realtor or Sell on My Own?

Bottom Line:

If you’re looking for a focused and goal-oriented Realtor in Southwest Florida who will help you achieve your Real Estate needs, please reach out to me directly. Additionally, if you are looking for a golf community expert or you are considering buying or selling a home, a luxury home, luxury vacation home, luxury golf home or dream home, call me or text us at 239-370-0892 or email Matt@NaplesGolfGuy.com

About Naples Golf Guy

Contact Matt: Matt@NaplesGolfGuy.com

or at 239-370-0892

November 14th, 2019 Posted by Matt

Economic Impact of Homeownership

The Economic Impact of Homeownership

When you buy a home, the economic impact of homeownership is fueling our local economy. Let’s connect today to explore your homebuying options together in Southwest Florida.

The Economic Impact of Homeownership on Your Community

Average home purchase contributes $43,099 back into the economy
Buying a new construction home more than doubles ($88,416) the impact on the economy

Housing Market Activity in Southwest Florida:

Bonita Springs and Estero Housing Update

Naples Real Estate Review

Luxury Golf Community Real Estate Trends

Begin Your Southwest Florida Property Search

Lastly, we will handle all contract negotiations with paperless transactions for your property from offer to close!

Bottom Line:

About Naples Golf Guy

Contact Matt: Matt@NaplesGolfGuy.com

or at 239-370-0892

November 13th, 2020 Posted by NaplesGolfGuy

Quail West Luxury Golf Home Sold

Quail West Luxury Golf Home Just Sold!

Congratulations to a fantastic couple from Chicago who just bought this Quail West Luxury Golf Home in Naples FL! A fabulous single family home is located in one of the best private golf communities in southwest Florida.

Quail West Luxury Golf Home – 4309 Deephaven Ln. Naples, FL 34119 – Sales Price – $4,935,000

More About This Quail West Luxury Golf Home

This magnificent Naples luxury home built by Stock Custom homes features a Grand Reception area and wonderful wine room and outstanding open bar. The kitchen has two island counters, a large walk-in pantry and an abundance of cabinetry and countertop space. An expansive lanai with pool and spa offers plenty of space for the whole family to sit back and enjoy the warm weather and sunshine. And, this beautifully decorated home by Beasley Henley is fully furnished and ready for my clients to move in!

MLS 220033792
New Construction
Four Bedrooms
Four Full and Two and a Half Bathrooms
5,837 square feet under air
Four Car Garage

View homes available for sale…

More About Quail West

Quail West is one of the few golf course communities with two 18 hole championship golf courses. In addition, the club includes first-class practice facilities. Also, they recently finished a major renovation providing members with the ultimate luxury lifestyle. The grand 70,000 square foot clubhouse includes lavish men and women’s locker rooms, three dining venues, indoor pool, fitness center, spa and salon.

In addition to golf, the club also offers members tennis, pickleball and bocce ball. If you’re looking for a luxury golf community focused on health and wellness, the put this private country club near the top of your list. Learn more about Quail West…

Begin Your Own Property Search:

So, are you ready to begin your search for your Southwest Florida Luxury dream home or condo? we encourage you to explore my website to find information about communities in the area. If golf is your game, we specialize in golf community real estate and would be happy to help you navigate more than 150 different golf communities in our area. If you prefer a more direct approach, we will provide a list of properties that meet your criteria and/or communities that meet your needs.

Lastly, we will handle all contract negotiations for your property from offer to close!

Selling Your Home? Work with an Experienced Naples Luxury Realtor

In today’s rapidly changing market, it’s critical to make sure you have a digital game plan and an effective online marketing strategy when selling your home, especially if you are selling a luxury home. One of the ways your agent can help with this is to make sure your listing photos and virtual tours stand out from the crowd, truly giving buyers a detailed and thorough view of your home.

So, if you’re ready to move forward, virtual practices may help you win big when you’re ready to sell. While abiding by state and local regulations is a top priority, we can help make your sale happen. We know exactly what today’s buyers need, and how to put the necessary digital steps in place. For example, according to the same survey, when asked to select what technology would be most helpful when deciding on a new home, here’s what today’s homebuyers said, in order of preference:

Virtual tour of the home
Accurate and detailed listing information
Detailed neighborhood information
High-quality listing photos
Agent-led video chat
Paperless Transactions

Should I Use a Realtor or Sell on My Own?

Bottom Line:

About Naples Golf Guy

Contact Matt: Matt@NaplesGolfGuy.com

or at 239-370-0892

November 12th, 2019 Posted by Matt

Housing Market Activity

Winter Will Bring a Flurry of Housing Market Activity

In the second half of this year, housing market activity surged. Today, real estate experts are looking ahead to the winter season and the forecast is anything but chilly. As Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for the National Association of Realtors (NAR), notes:

“It will be one of the best winter sales years ever.”

The typical winter slowdown in the housing market across most of the country is simply not on the radar. Here’s why.

While today’s historically low mortgage rates are expected to remain low, they won’t be this low for much longer. This could be the last chance for homebuyers to secure such low rates, and they’re ready to take action. In a recent article, Bankrate explained:

“If you’re looking to buy a home…expect mortgage rates to remain low into 2021. However, the possibility of rates falling to 2.5 percent or lower has faded as the U.S. economy has rebounded.”

As long as we continue to see low interest rates, we’ll see hopeful buyers on the hunt for their dream homes. Yun confirmed:

“The demand for home buying remains super strong…And we’re still likely to end the year with more homes sold overall in 2020 than in 2019…With persistent low mortgage rates and some degree of a continuing jobs recovery, more contract signings are expected in the near future.”

The challenge, however, is the lack of homes available for sale. With that in mind, all eyes are on homeowners to see if they’ll sell this winter or wait until spring. Danielle Hale, Chief Economist for realtor.com, says it’s best for sellers to capitalize on this moment sooner rather than later:

“We currently see buyers sticking around in the housing market much later than we usually do this fall. If that trend continues, we will see more buyers in the market this winter, too. So, this winter is likely to be a good time to sell.”

With buyers ready to stay active this winter, sellers who want to close a deal on the best possible terms shouldn’t wait until spring to put their homes on the market.

So, experts agree the winter housing market could potentially be bigger than ever. Unlike the most of the country, the housing market in Southwest Florida is usually very active from January through March which is our high season. Experts agree we are on pace to have our busiest season ever.

Whether you’re ready to buy or sell, let’s connect today so you can be in your dream home by the new year.

Housing Market Activity in Southwest Florida:

Bonita Springs and Estero Housing Update

Naples Real Estate Review

Luxury Golf Community Real Estate Trends

Begin Your Southwest Florida Property Search

Lastly, we will handle all contract negotiations with paperless transactions for your property from offer to close!

Bottom Line:

About Naples Golf Guy

Contact Matt: Matt@NaplesGolfGuy.com

or at 239-370-0892

November 12th, 2020 Posted by NaplesGolfGuy

Key to Building Wealth

Homeownership Is a Key to Building Wealth

For years, real estate has been considered the best investment you can make and a key to building wealth over time. A major reason for this is due to the net worth a household gains through homeownership. In fact, according to the 2019 Survey of Consumer Finance Data from the Federal Reserve, for the average homeowner:

“…a primary home accounts for 90% of the total wealth of a family in the U.S.”

How do homeowners gain wealth?

Most large purchases, like cars and appliances, depreciate in value as they age, so it’s understandable to question how owning a home can increase wealth over time. In a simple equation, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) explains how the combination of paying your mortgage and home price appreciation grow overall wealth:

Principal Payments + Price Appreciation Gains = Housing Wealth Gain

As home values increase and you make payments toward your home loan, you’ll gain wealth through equity. The same article from NAR also addresses how wealth gains tend to play out over time:

“Housing wealth accumulation takes time and is built up by paying off the mortgage debt and by price appreciation. And while home prices can fall, home prices tend to recover and go up over the longer term. As of September 2020, the median sales price of existing home sales was $311,800, a 35% gain since July 2006 when prices peaked at $230,000.”

Taking a look at how equity has grown for the typical homeowner, it’s clear to see how real estate is a sound long-term investment. NAR notes:

“Nationally, a person who purchased a typical home 30 years ago would have typically gained about $283,000 as of the second quarter of 2020.” (See graph below):

So, whether you’re a current homeowner planning to put your equity toward a new home or have hopes of buying your first home soon, homeownership will always be a great opportunity to build your net worth and overall wealth. Owning a home is truly an investment in your financial future.

Begin Your Southwest Florida Property Search

Lastly, we will handle all contract negotiations with paperless transactions for your property from offer to close!

Considering Selling Your Home?

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Contact Matt: Matt@NaplesGolfGuy.com

or at 239-370-0892

November 10th, 2020 Posted by NaplesGolfGuy

SWFL Golf Community Real Estate Experts

Market Statistics & News

The Winter Housing Market Forecast Won’t Be Chilly

Begin Your Southwest Florida Property Search

Considering Selling Your Home, Take Advantage of the Projected Strong Winter Housing Market

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Homes for Sale Disappearing Quickly

What does this mean if you’re a buyer?

What does this mean if you’re a seller?

Begin Your Property Search

Considering Selling your home? With Homes for Sale Disappearing Now Is a Great Time to Sell!

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Lakewood Home Price Improved!

Lakewood Home Price Improved – 4340 Beechwood Lake Drive – $514,999

More information about this Lakewood Naples Home for Sale:

More About Lakewood

Considering Selling your home?

About Naples Golf Guy

It May Be Time For a Larger House If You Are Working Remotely

Begin Your Southwest Florida Property Search

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Southwest Florida Home Sales

Southwest Florida Home Sales by zip code

Bonita Springs

Southern Fort Myers

Estero

Miromar Lakes

October SWFL Home Sales Reports:

Begin Your Southwest Florida Property Search

Considering Selling Your Home?

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Tips to Sell Your House Safely Right Now

Some Highlights

Ready to Sell Your House Safely? Work with an Experienced Naples Realtor

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The Economic Impact of Homeownership

The Economic Impact of Homeownership on Your Community

Housing Market Activity in Southwest Florida:

Begin Your Southwest Florida Property Search

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Quail West Luxury Golf Home Just Sold!

Quail West Luxury Golf Home – 4309 Deephaven Ln. Naples, FL 34119 – Sales Price – $4,935,000

More About This Quail West Luxury Golf Home

More About Quail West

Begin Your Own Property Search:

Selling Your Home? Work with an Experienced Naples Luxury Realtor

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Winter Will Bring a Flurry of Housing Market Activity

Housing Market Activity in Southwest Florida:

Begin Your Southwest Florida Property Search

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Homeownership Is a Key to Building Wealth

How do homeowners gain wealth?

Principal Payments + Price Appreciation Gains = Housing Wealth Gain

Begin Your Southwest Florida Property Search

Considering Selling Your Home?

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