May 2009 Florida Housing Market Data - 06/23/09 07:31 PM
The Florida Association of Realtors released May 2009 housing data and it shows a continued strengthening in housing across the market.
" Statewide sales showed gains over the previous month's sales level in both the existing home and existing condominium markets. Also, for the first time in many months, the statewide median sales price in May for existing homes and for existing condos rose over the previous month's figure. "
"The improving sales of existing single family homes and condos is a trend we have been seeing for several months in Florida. What is new in this month's data release is that … (5 comments)

The Mayonnaise Jar and Your Life - 06/23/09 09:40 AM
This blog/post is from an industry friend of mine.  I offer it here as a gentle reminder to us all.  Enjoy !
Via Stewart Penn - Los Angeles Condo Specialist (Penn Properties):
Today I received an email with the story about The Mayonnaise Jar and Your Life. You may have read it before but I think it's worth reading again, and again!
When things in your life seem almost too much to handle, when 24 Hours in a day is not enough, remember the mayonnaise jar and two cups of coffee. 

A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in … (3 comments)

Finally, even the media says " It is time to get off the fence . " !!! - 06/17/09 10:39 AM
Sometimes good things come to those who wait.  Sometimes, people who wait too long miss out !   You may remember about 6 months ago I suggested that here on  Fort Myers Beach the combination of excellent inventory, historically low financing and sellers who appreciate a well qualified buyer combined to makes this a classic buyer's market.  Even the local News Press is suggesting that people sitting on the fence should act now.  There is increased activity in every reliable market indicator.

While all real estate is local in nature it seems pretty clear that our island market is beginning to … (9 comments)

Fort Myers Beach USA Open Water Swimming Championships June 12 & 14 - 06/11/09 09:59 AM
 
The 2009 USA Open Water Swimming Championships will be held on Fort Myers Beach this Friday and Sunday, June 12 & 14, 2009.
This event will serve as the qualifyer to land a spot on the 2009 US World Championship Team.  Swimmers will compete in 5K and 10K distances.  The 10K event will serve as the qualifyer for the 2009 US World Championship Team.
Olympians Mark Warkentin and Chloe Sutton will compete in the 10K division on Sunday.
Additional info available at: www.usaswimming.org
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Fort Myers Beach Volley Ball Tournament - 2009 - 06/06/09 02:09 PM
Whether you play beach volley ball or just like to watch it you are in luck this week end June 6 & 7, 2009.  The tournament takes place on Fort Myers Beach in front of the Holiday Inn.  Two person teams will compete in the pro and non-pro divisions.  Pros start Saturday morning at 8 AM and expect to crown a champion by end of day.  The non-pro teams start Sunday morning and conclude by dusk. 

Action started early after some morning rain !
 
 
 

 
 
 
Perfect weather, great " eye candy " and tough … (5 comments)

 
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