June 3, 2015 Posted by Matt

To learn more about the latest real estate trends in the Naples, Bonita Springs and Estero area, check out NaplesGolfGuy’s June Market Report.  The report includes the latest market statistics for the month of April.  April had the highest total number of closed sales since July 2009 in Naples.  At the same time it was the lowest level of distressed property closings in the past six years.  Overall closed sales increased in all price categories above $300,000.  The $300,000 to $500,000 category led the way with a 21% increase over the past 12 months.  The Bonita Springs and Estero area saw a decrease in the median days on market compared to the prior year for both single-family and condos. Closed sales have increased increased more than 15% for both single family homes and condos compared to this time last year.  Click HERE to view the full June Market Report.

June 3, 2015 Posted by Matt

Range balls are fine for working on your game in practice and warming up before a round.  You have to be careful, however, if you want to learn your distance or shape your shots.  Range balls are usually hard, worn, and are made for durability.  You will not hit them as far and you won’t be able to face or draw  them as much as you would with the ball you play on the course.  You should be aware of these differences if you are seriously working on distance control and shot shaping.  Do not use range balls for pitching, chipping or putting.  They will not have the same feel as your game ball.

June 2, 2015 Posted by Matt

What I really wanted was an eagle.  It could have been worse, I missed a racoon, deer and wild boar!

Fort Myers Metro Area Leads Cash Purchases

According to the latest U.S. Sales report by RealyTrac, the Cape Coral and Fort Myers Metro area leads cash purchases of single family homes and condos.  The April report shows 57.2 percent of sales in the area were all cash.  To view the full report click HERE.  View available properties in Southwest Florida.

Are you interested in buying real estate in Southwest FL?  If you are looking for a home in Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, Estero or Naples, let us be your guide.

Begin Your Naples Property Search

So, if you’re ready to begin your search for your southwest Florida Luxury home or condo, we encourage you to explore our 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 the 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. Start your search…

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Median Home Prices Jump

According to NABOR, The Naples Area Board of Realtors, median home prices jump 13% in April. The report shows the overall median closed price in April jumped to $250,000, or 13 percent, over the same month last year. “This was fueled mostly by activity on both ends of the price spectrum,” according to NABOR. Homes in the $0-to-$300,000 price category saw an increase in the median home price from $168,000 to $185,000 or 10 percent for the past 12 months. Homes in the $2 million-and-above price category jumped 9 percent from $2.9 million to $3.175 million in the past 12 months. Average days on market decreased 28 percent from 99 homes in April 2014 to 71 homes in April 2015, according to NABOR.

Begin Your Naples Property Search

So, if you’re ready to begin your search for your southwest Florida Luxury home or condo, we encourage you to explore our 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 the 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.

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 for your property from offer to close!

May 27, 2015 Posted by Matt

May 26, 2015 Posted by Matt

Foxfire Country Club is a bundled golf  community in Naples, FL.  Foxfire Country Club Golf Condos, villas and single family homes include a golf membership with the purchase of the property. There are 27 holes of golf on 385 acres designed by Arthur Hills.  Foxfire is just ten minutes from the Gulf Beaches, seven minutes to downtown Naples, and within walking distance to three shopping centers.

Each of the six associations in Foxfire offer a swimming pool and tennis courts. Clubhouse amenities include a Main Dining Room, Foxlair Grille & Lounge, Halfway House, Fitness Room, Library, Arts & Crafts, Bingo, Book Club, Bridge, Mah Jongg,, Book Club, Triviaand Travelogue to name a few.

Home Price Ranges (View available properties)

Foxfire Country Club Single Family Golf Homes:  $299,000 – $585,000

Foxfire Country Club Golf Condos:  $98,900 – $249,900

 Are you looking for a golf condo or golf home in Foxfire? Or do you want to explore other bundled golf communities?  Let me be your guide!

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May 24, 2015 Posted by Matt

Naples Grande Golf Club designed by Reese Jones will undergo a complete fairway re-grass and tee renovation beginning in June. Naples Grande Renovations will be be finished and the club will reopen by September, with a new clubhouse set for early 2016.  Naples Grande Golf Club is a private golf club open to members and The Naples Grande Hotel and The Edgewater Beach Hotel guests only. Enjoy an optimum golf course for players of all skill levels.  Acclaimed golf architect Rees Jones designed a par 72 championship course that proves both interesting and challenging. Each hole at this demanding course promises an an exciting new experience. With extraordinary elevations and unique water features expertly incorporating the indigenous Florida foliage, this course offers stunning fairways for year-round play at our Naples, Florida golf resort.  This course is one of the few in Naples that is not part of a residential development.

May 24, 2015 Posted by Matt

If you lack flexibility, make some adjustments.  As we grow older, our flexibility lessens and our ability to turn and pivot may become more difficult.  If you lack flexibility with your golf swing, try making the following adjustments in your setup to help you make a better turn.  Narrow your stance, as this will help you to make an easier weight shift and also lets you use your legs better to gain speed in your swing.  Flare out both feet a little so that you can turn your hips more and faster as you swing.  These two little adjustments may go a long way to increasing your ability to make a full and free swing.

Barefoot Beach Ranked 2nd

Dr. Beach released his 2015 rankings for the top beaches in the country.  Barefoot Beach ranked 2nd just behind Waimanalo Bay Beach Park on Oahu, Hawaii.  Barefoot beach is located on the northern side of Collier County.  About 100 yards from the western end of Bonita Beach road is a turn south onto Barefoot Beach Blvd. The park comprises 342 acres of natural land, one of the last undeveloped barrier islands on Florida’s southwest coast. The park has 356 parking spaces, one-mile nature trail, showers, picnic area and concession area where equipment may be rented and food and drink are available for purchase. Collier and Lee counties are loaded with beautiful beaches.

May 22nd, 2015 Posted by Matt

May 21, 2015 Posted by Matt

According to the U.S. Census, new construction increases in both Collier and Lee counties.  The data shows both counties added 10,188 new housing units between 2010 and July 1st of 2014.  Almost half of those unites were built between 2013 and 2014.  The surge in new construction is largely due to the reduction of existing inventory.

View map of Florida housing unit numbers by county.

Collier County added 5,617 new housing units from 2010 to 2014 for an estimated total of 203,070 units. Of those, 2,373 were built since 2013, according to the census data. Collier’s housing units grew nearly 3 percent since 2010, ninth fastest in the state.

Lee saw an increase of 4,571 housing units since 2010, for an estimated total of 375,682 in 2014, according to the data. Slightly more than half — 2,341, or 51 percent — were built since 2013. Lee was 22nd in the state with 1.2 percent housing growth since 2010.

There are a limited number of golf communities with new construction homes.  Some of them include – Quail West, Esplanade, The Colony, Grey Oaks and Talis Park.