2011 is off to a fast start! Sorry for the delay in reporting the *year-end results...It's not for lack of what to blog about, trust me...We've just been very busy, and the days just seem to slip by. Looking back over last year's blog post, it is obvious we are experiencing a constant trend that promises to show more signs of improvement in both the low end and the luxury
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Read MoreColdwell Banker and Harris Peppe Wells open homes to the world in 50 countries, on 6 continents...and our network keeps growing and growing! The Coldwell Banker brand is known worldwide. In addition to our global network of over 106,000 agents, in 3,500 offices in 50 countries, we are also a member of FIABCI, The International Real Estate Federation. This uniquely positions us as the leader in international real estate brands.
Read MoreWith our selling season fast approaching, Harris Peppe Wells has listed and relisted several wonderful waterfront properties; all priced to reflect today's prices and to encourage offers! Call us today to schedule showings at one of these fine homes: 239.370.0574 Once in a lifetime opportunity to own a 3 bedroom, 3 bath bayfront townhome which includes a private deck at the waters edge, perfect alfresco dining. Also includes a deeded
Read More"Service is the lifeblood of any organization. Everything flows from it and is nourished by it. Customer Service is not a department...It is an attitude. It was about 30 years ago when I first came across 'Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry into Values'. It is Robert M. Pirsig's first text in which he explored his theory of metaphysics and reality. Reading it then reconfirmed a belief
Read MoreSeason is here! There is no denying it. The "out of state plates" are cruising along the Naples streets...in addition to more street traffic, our Internet traffic is up substantially...Rental inquiries: UP! ...Buyer inquires: UP!...Showings on listings: UP!...Offers on listings: UP!...Pending sales: UP! (click on chart below to enlarge which tracks pendings for the past 4 years). PENDINGS are always the best barometer for determining the current real estate climate.
Read MoreThe Old World Charm of Calabria has come to Naples Florida! There's a beautiful new listing in Naples Florida that we are so excited to tell you about! Over 5,000 square feet makes this Mediterranean masterpiece one of the best values for its size, age and location in the always popular downtown Naples locale. Three spacious bedrooms, each with its own balcony, plus a den, 5 full baths, a private
Read MoreOctober is a very special month in Naples Florida. [I know, every month is special in Naples Florida--it's true] Summer is winding down, we are all busily getting ready for the influx of "snowbirds"... There are a lot of fun activities going on around town. The weather is near perfect-- not too hot...not too cool...It really is a great time of year to be in paradise! I found a couple
Read MoreOnce again, we are leading the charge in new marketing ideas! According to Wikipedia, a QR Code is a "matrix barcode, readable by QR scanners, mobile phones with a camera, and smart phones. The code consists of black 'modules' arranged in a square pattern on a white background." The information encoded can be text, URL or other data--even artwork! Created in Japan by a Toyota subsidiary in 1994, the QR
Read MoreMake no mistake about it...although the company I work for makes it clear that I appear to be apolitical, I actually have very strong, varying opinions on many issues. I understand completely the reason behind the policy, and I respect it. As an example last year an agent in my office lost out on a listing because of the bumper sticker on her car. To me, regardless of ones political affiliation...it has nothing
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