SWFL Golf Community Real Estate Experts

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?

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.

Bottom Line:

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 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.

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

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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:

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

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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

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:

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

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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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November 10th, 2020 Posted by NaplesGolfGuy

Is it Safe to Sell My House

Is it Safe to Sell My House Right Now?

In today’s real estate market, the buzz is all about how it’s a great time to sell your house. And people are asking, “Is it safe to sell my house”? Buyer demand is high, and there simply aren’t enough homes available to buy to meet that growing need. This means now is the time to make a move so you can close the deal on your ideal terms.

Even in today’s strong sellers’ market, there are homeowners who are choosing not to sell due to ongoing concerns around the health crisis, financial uncertainty, and life in general. According to Zillow, here are the top three reasons homeowners who are thinking of selling sometime in the next three years are not putting their houses on the market right now:

34% – Life is too uncertain right now
31% – Financial uncertainty
25% – COVID-19 health concerns

If you identify with any of these, you’re not alone. Whether it’s the future of your employment situation or simply being uncomfortable having guests in your home for showings, life feels a lot different than it did at this time last year. The good news is, real estate professionals have spent the majority of 2020 figuring out how to sell homes safely, and it’s paying off for those who are choosing to move this year.

Real estate agents are doing two things very well to make selling your house possible:

1. Agents Are Implementing Technology in the Process

While abiding by state and local regulations as a top priority, real estate agents are making sales happen safely and effectively by leveraging key pieces of technology. Agents know exactly what today’s buyers and sellers need and how to put the necessary digital steps in place. For example, agents have capitalized on the technology buyers find most helpful when deciding on a new home:

Virtual tours
Accurate and detailed listing information
Detailed neighborhood information
High-quality listing photos
Agent-led video chats
Paperless transactions

They’re listening to their audience and leveraging the tools that help buyers get an initial look at a home without having to step inside. This helps reduce the number of people entering your home, so only those who are very seriously interested need to take the next step: in-person showings.

2. Agents Are Facilitating Safe and Effective In-Person Showings

After leveraging technology, if you have serious buyers who still want to see your house in person, agents are following the guidelines set by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and utilizing safe ways to proceed. Here are a few of them, understanding again that the agent’s top priority is always to follow state and local restrictions first:

Limiting in-person activity
Requiring guests to wash their hands or use an alcohol-based sanitizer
Removing shoes or covering them with booties
Following CDC guidance on social distancing and wearing face coverings

Getting comfortable with your agent – a true trusted advisor – taking these steps under the modern-era safety standards might be your best plan. This is especially important if you’re in a position where you need to sell your house sooner rather than later.

As Jeff Tucker, Senior Economist for Zillow notes:

“Homeowners who feel life is uncertain right now may think they can still get a strong price if they delay selling until they have more clarity. The catch is that waiting to sell may raise the cost of a trade-up. This fall’s record low mortgage rates, which make a trade-up more affordable on a monthly basis, are not guaranteed to last.”

So, in this new era in our lives, things are shifting quickly, and virtual strategies for sellers may be your ideal option. Opening your doors up to new approaches could be game-changing when it comes to selling your house while the market is leaning in your favor. Let’s connect so you have a trusted real estate professional to help you safely and effectively navigate all that’s new when it comes to making your next move.

It is Safe to Sell Your Home, Be Sure to Work with an Experienced Naples Luxury Realtor

It is a seller’s market. To ensure you maximize your investment you need 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.

Why use a real estate agent?

Saves You Time
Extraordinary Services
Uncompromising Ethics
Unparalleled Knowledge
Superior Negotiations
Exceptional Communications
Higher Return on Investment
Stress Free and Smooth Transactions

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 to sell your home safely.

Lee County Real Estate Transactions Week of Oct. 10th 2020

Bottom Line:

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, golf home, pet-friendly or dream home, call or text 239-370-0892 or email Matt@NaplesGolfGuy.com

About Naples Golf Guy

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or at 239-370-0892

November 10th, 2020, Posted by NaplesGolfGuy

Florida Home Sales

Southwest Florida Home Sales

The latest Southwest Florida home sales for the week of October 10th showed there were 172 properties sold in Southwest Florida versus them the prior week when 283 properties sold.

Once again, Southern Fort Myers had the most transactions for the week with 85 property sales versus 102 sales the previous week. Transactions were as follows: 8 percent were mobile homes, 27 percent vacant lots, 21 percent were condos and 44 percent were single family homes.

Bonita Springs remained in the second position with 57 real estate transactions for the week compared to the prior week when there were 80 home sales. Of the 57 real estate sales, 39 percent were condos, 42 percent were single family homes and 14 percent vacant lots. The other Bonita Springs transactions were mobile homes and a commercial unit.

Finally, Estero landed in third place with 45 property sales compared to the week of the 3rd when there were 53 home sales. Real Estate sales were split between multiple property types. Of the 545 home sales, 11 percent were vacant lots, 31 percent were condos and 53 percent were single family homes. The only other Estero transactions were a couple of mobile homes.

In review, based on the real estate transactions report for the week of October 10th, property sales were broken down by the following types in Southwest Florida: 48 condos, 77 single family homes, 37 vacant lots, 9 mobile homes and 1 commercial unit.

Southwest Florida Home Sales by zip code

Bonita Springs

34134 – 15 properties sold (2 mobile homes, 1 vacant lot, 3 single family homes and 9 condos)
34135 – 42 properties sold (1 commercial unit, 7 vacant lots, 21 single family homes and 13 condos)

Southern Fort Myers

33912 – 11 properties sold (4 single family homes and 7 condos)
33913 – 40 properties sold (12 vacant lots, 23 single family homes and 5 condos)
33967 – 34 properties sold (7 mobile homes, 11 vacant lots, 10 single family homes and 6 condos)

Estero

33928 – 38 properties sold (2 mobile homes, 5 vacant lots, 21 single family homes and 10 condos)
33967 – 2 properties sold (1 single family home and 1 condo)
34134 – 2 properties sold (1 single family home and 1 condo)
34135 – 3 properties sold (1 single family home and 2 condos)

Miromar Lakes

33913 – 7 properties sold (1 vacant lot, 4 single family homes and 1 condo)

Southwest Florida October Real Estate Reports:

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November 7th, 2020 Posted by NaplesGolfGuy

Experts Project Home Price Appreciation

Experts Project Home Price Appreciation Into Next Year

Experts agree the 2021 forecast is calling for continued home price appreciation. Experts Project Home Price Appreciation to range from .02 percent all the way up to 7 percent. With low interest rates and high buyer demand it is a seller’s market. So, let’s connect to get your house ready to sell while home values are still rising in your favor.

Naples Real Estate Trends:

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

Selling Your Home? Work with an Experienced Naples Luxury Realtor

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

Now more than ever, an agents 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.

Collier County Real Estate Transactions Week of August 31st 2020

Bottom Line:

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, golf home, pet-friendly or dream home, call or text 239-370-0892 or email Matt@NaplesGolfGuy.com

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November 6th, 2020, Posted by NaplesGolfGuy

Naples August Properties Sold

Naples August Properties Sold Report

The most recent Naples August properties sold report for the week of the 31st showed there were 329 Homes Sold compared to 466 home sales during the previous week.

Once again North Naples remained in the top spot with 72 real estate transactions versus the week before when there were 106 homes sold. Of the 72 sales, 6 percent were vacant lots, 43 percent were single family homes and 51 percent were condos.

East Naples stayed in the second position with 58 property sales versus 77 sales during the prior week. East Naples home sales consisted of 10 percent vacant lots, 28 percent single family homes and 62 percent were condos.

Finally, the City of Naples rounded out the week with 36 real estate transactions versus 56 home sales during the week of the 24th. Naples homes sales were made up of 6 percent vacant lots, 44 percent single family homes and 50 percent condos.

In summary, the latest real estate transactions review for the week of August 24th show Naples homes sold were broken down as follows: 139 condos, 126 single family homes, 62 vacant lots and 2 mobile homes sold throughout Collier County.

Naples August Luxury Home Sales Report

Forty-Two Naples luxury homes sold during the week. Luxury home prices ranged from $1,000,000 to $4,250,000.

$1,000,000 – $1,999,999 price range – 29 homes sold
$2,000,000 – $2,999,999 price range – 7 homes sold
$3,000,000 – $4,999,999 price range – 9 homes sold
$5,999,000 – $9,999,999 price range – 0 homes sold
10,000,000 plus – 0 homes sold

Naples August Properties Sold Report for the Week of August 31st – Organized by zip code:

City of Naples

34102 – 15 properties sold (1 vacant lot, 5 single family homes and 9 condos)
34103 – 12 properties sold (5 single family homes and 7 condos)
34105 – 9 properties sold (1 vacant lot, 6 single family homes and 2 condos)

North Naples

34109 – 11 properties sold (8 single family homes and 3 condos)
34110 – 34 properties sold (3 vacant lots, 9 single family homes and 22 condos)
34119 – 27 properties sold (1 vacant lot, 14 single family homes and 12 condos)

East Naples

34104 – 16 properties sold (1 vacant lot, 4 single family homes and 11 condos)
34112 – 22 properties sold (2 vacant lots, 5 single family homes and 15 condos)
34113 – 20 properties sold (3 vacant lots, 7 single family homes and 10 condos)

Ave Maria and Immokalee

34142 – 8 properties sold (3 vacant lots, 4 single family homes and 1 condo)

Barefoot Beach

34134 – 7 properties sold (1 vacant lot and 6 condos)

Big Cypress

34117 – 14 properties sold (10 vacant lots and 4 single family homes)

Coco River

34108 – 27 properties sold (2 vacant lots, 12 single family homes and 13 condos)

Copeland

- 34137 – 1 property sold (1 mobile home)

Corkscrew

34120 – 44 properties sold (22 vacant lots, 18 single family homes and 4 condos)

Eastern Collier County

34114 – 29 properties sold (1 mobile home, 6 vacant lots, 12 single family homes and 10 condos)
34116 – 9 properties sold (1 vacant lot, 6 single family homes and 2 condos)

Goodland

34140 – 1 property sold (1 condo)

Marco Island

34145 – 23 properties sold (5 vacant lots, 7 single family homes and 11 condos)

Naples Real Estate Trends:

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

Selling Your Home? Work with an Experienced Naples Luxury Realtor

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