In a letter dated today, July 1st, 2010, the National Association of Realtors President, Vicki Cox Golder, announced the extension of the Homebuyer Tax Credit closing deadline to September 30, 2010. This is a huge win for REALTORS and homebuyers as well as the National Association of Realtors [NAR] who all worked closely with members of Congress to make it happen! The extension applies only to transactions that have ratified contracts
Read MoreJust another follow up to my most recent post (see June 9th, 2010) regarding some interesting trends going on in Southwest Florida. Here's a link to a couple of charts that give a good, clear picture of the strengths and weakness in our present market condition. For additional information about the Naples Real Estate market, please call Harris Peppe Wells today! 239.370.0574
Read MoreIt is hard to believe it's already June! This year is flying by, isn't it? Here's a brief recap of some of the more interesting *statistics about the local real estate market here in Naples Florida: Currently there are 2,270 residential properties under contract in Naples per the MLS. This includes listings that are still considered "Active with Contract" [awaiting contingencies to be met or waived], and those that are
Read MoreIt's May 1st, and the polls are closed on the NaplesRealEstate.com blog. 60 days ago I posted this question: "How did you find NaplesRealEstate.com?" The results are in! 70% of the respondents found us by looking in a search engine, 20% read about us in a print media publication, and 10% by personal recommendation. It pays to be on the 1st page of Google where over a quarter of a
Read MoreGet Ready for Breathtaking Sunsets! This luxurious bay front home is waiting for that special buyer looking for one of the most dramatic views in Naples Florida! Located on an estate-size lot measuring 100' X 175' with desirable western exposure in prestigious Royal Harbor! Boasting over 3,700 square feet of Living Area; this well cared for 3 bedroom +den residence features soaring ceilings, great room plan, custom built-ins, crown mouldings,
Read MoreCurrent market trends in Southwest Florida. The data includes Naples, Bonita Springs and Estero. All information is derived from the SunshineMLS. Statistics have been tracked for these graphs going back to the 1st of January 2009 through the end of March 2010. I thought it was interesting to note that the list to sale ratio has been pretty consistent, around 90%, across the board. For a more detailed report of
Read MoreOne of my co-workers just forwarded me an article that appeared in the New York Times over the weekend that I wanted to share! You don't just have to take my word for it...I've known for a long time that Naples is paradise...so, Here's what the Times had to say about our beautiful little city! Read it HERE!
Read MoreHappy St. Patrick's Day from me and Chip. ~In honor of the occasion I thought I would post one of my favorite Irish blessings, and appropriately, it is a Home Blessing! May these walls be filled with laughter,may it reach from floor to rafter.May the roof keep out the rain,may sunshine warm each windowpane.May the door be open wideto let the good Lord's love inside. There are wonderful activities already
Read MoreLocation, condition, price, marketing...these are the four items that determine how quickly a home will sell. A seller controls 3 of the 4! Take these two cases as an example: A home in really poor condition, in an inferior location, will still sell if it is marketed properly and priced well.If your home is in good condition, in a nice location, and if it is marketed correctly, but is still
Read MoreTonight Chip and I are having two of my friends from New Jersey over for dinner with their spouses. We sold each of them a home here in Naples and it is a wonderful treat for me to have the afternoon free to prepare a loving meal for them...We get so busy this time of year, it isn't often that I get to enjoy my kitchen (except for mac &
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