LLoyd's Blog:Southwest Florida Home Nook

Fall 2009: Fort Myers Beach condos under $259K

LLoyd Nichols~SW Florida Homes (Right Choice Realty LLC) — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 23:31:13 -0600

Looking for a Fort Myers Beach condo with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths under $259,000? There are actually 18 available. Of these 14 have no offers on them at this time or have no contingencies on them.

Prices range from $199,000 and up. For more detailed information contact LLoyd.

Fort Myers Beach Bay Village

2/2 lagoon view, 877 SF, nice enclosed lanai, $925 quarterly condo fees

Attractive large pool overlooking the lagoon, tennis courts. Short Sale.$199K

You may rent it 26 times a year, minimum 2 weeks.

Fort Myers Beach Boardwalk Caper

Located a few miles from the Island of Estero and part of the Fort Myers Beach community,

Boardwalk Caper is a pristine gated boating community with its own marina, gulf access canal, tennis courts and a few

swimming pools. About 5 to 10 mn to downtown Fort Myers Beach. The following unit at 18038 San Carlos Blvd #114, is a 2 story townhouse with its own deeded dock with over 1100 SF. Pleasant floor plan with living room, kitchen, and lanai on the first floor facing the canal, the the 2 bedrooms upstairs. Fees are $1.256/quarterly. Short sale.

Minimum lease of 30 days X 12 times a year. $244,900

For a list of Fort Myers Beach condos click on the following link and happy Hunting.

Fort Myers Beach condos under $259K

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Lemon tree gone wild

LLoyd Nichols~SW Florida Homes (Right Choice Realty LLC) — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:17:02 -0600

Fort Myers Beach gardens always surprises me. A few years back I planted a citrus tree with my wife Karen. A lemon tree. The first year we got maybe six or so quite large lemons. Now on its third year these fruits are getting ridiculously large. Larger then an orange, as big as a medium grapefruit.

I wonder how big they will get next season? Nature never ceases to amaze me.

The real lemon is twice as large as this picture. And these citrus trees do not need much. Fort Myers Beach dirt is a sandy loam type of course. They taste good to. This fruit could garnish many gin or vodka tonics!

Fort Myers Beach garden

and welcome to Fort Myers Beach!

Cape Coral luxury gulf access home marvels

LLoyd Nichols~SW Florida Homes (Right Choice Realty LLC) — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:40 -0600

Located some ten minutes to downtown Cape Coral and ten minutes to the Caloosahatchee River, this waterfront beauty shines. This home is a conventional sale offered at $646,000.

Looking for a large Cape Coral canal home? check

Looking for Cape Coral Gulf access home? check

Looking for a newer home? build in 2005: check

Looking for a bridgeless gulf access home? check

Want a larger home? it is 2500 SF under air & over 3500 SF total: check

Want an enclosed pool home? check

Want to be close to the river? check

Need an upscale interior, high ceiling, boat lift, dock, intersecting canal view, crown molding, 3 car garage? check

Granite counter tops, brick paver driveway, fenced yard? check

Want a true Cape Coral sailboat home? check

This luxury home is worth a look. For more info regarding Cape Coral Gulf access homes contact LLoyd and click the following link and happy hunting!

1901 SE 26th ter, Cape Coral FL 3304

Deal du Jour: SE Cape Coral gulf access pool home

LLoyd Nichols~SW Florida Homes (Right Choice Realty LLC) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 23:05:54 -0600

Located in pristine SE Cape Coral this home will surprise you.

This pool home is strongly build with CBS. It has over 2000 sf under air with a total of over 3000 SF with 2 car garage and above all; it is a Cape Coral gulf access home.

Build in 1978, this property is offered at $225,000 and is neither a short sale nor a foreclosure.

It has 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, tiled roof with a peasant mature landscaping and is close to the river.

I mean close! Perhaps 10 mn to the river with no bridges.

And yes the assessments are paid in full! This is a very strong opportunity for you to purchase a well build home

in southwest Florida, a true waterfront Cape Coral home. MLS information

This home is also a true Cape Coral Sailboat home. This home competes very well against foreclosures and short sales, thank you very much. Its a great place to live. A well designed attractive residential area.

and Happy Hunting!

Diary of a Realtor: Let's not go crazy again!

LLoyd Nichols~SW Florida Homes (Right Choice Realty LLC) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 22:40:37 -0600

Southwest Florida Real Estate has been through a lot in the last five years.We have seen the highs of 2004-2005 with appreciation jumping a mindboggling 47% during these two years to the lows when the bubble burst in 2007. During the following years I have seen hard working Americans loosing their homes, either because they were misinformed, lied to or plainly not qualified. Others got in as fast as they got out and laughed all the way to the bank. Since then the market has been turned upside down in Southwest Florida. The deals are here for sure in Cape Coral and Fort Myers & Fort Myers Beach. Even in Sanibel, Bonita Springs and Naples. The equity in most homes in Lee County and Collier County are gone but on the bright side I am happy that homes are affordable again for many Americans in Southwest Florida.

I am glad that an American family has a decent chance to own a home in Southwest Florida. Yes, our homes were greatly overpriced. It was becoming ridiculous.

Today a buyer can purchase a decent home for under $100,000 ( gulf access home for under $230,000 in Cape Coral for ex.) in Southwest Florida and live in paradise without the nasty mortgage.

They will again see some equity in their home but I rather see a steady rise in home value year after year then a monster appreciation jump like in 2004-2005.It is a great time to buy and it is also our responsibility as Florida Real Estate Agents to make the difference between a healthy return from outlandish greed. Did we learn something from these years ? It was heating up to fast. Lets not go crazy again. There is nothing wrong about wanting to become rich but Florida should be affordable for everyone. Cape Coral Real Estate or Fort Myers & The Beach Real Estate among other areas make sense for buyers.

and Happy Hunting!

LLoyd Nichols
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Fort Myers Beach Sandy Butler Gourmet Market and Restaurant Rocks

LLoyd Nichols~SW Florida Homes (Right Choice Realty LLC) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:09:59 -0600

Do you want to test your taste buds? Are you looking for a top Gourmet Market in Southwest Florida? Yes, the prices are higher then your run of the mill market but then its called gourmet for a reason. Be ready for a treat.

Are you looking for Fort Myers Beach market place which has its own restaurant and where you can find anything from fresh brewed coffee, chocolate mousse, crab cakes, prosciutto, chocolate cakes, collection of wines galore,

large selection of hand picked vegetables,tasty fruits, pick your take home diner at a yummy buffet, chicken put pie, smoked salmon,crab cakes, dozen and dozen of cheese selections from around the world and the US, want to make a fondue, or just want to kick back at the bar of the restaurant and enjoy some fresh deserts?

If you yes, yes, yes, then Sand Butler Gourmet Market and Restaurant, located at

17650 San Carlos Blvd
Ft Myers Beach, FL 33931

is the place for you. I thought I was in heaven. It’s just in near South Fort Myers along San Carlos Blvd, withinFort Myers Beach city limits. You will not be disappointed. This place rocks.

Their web site: Sandy Butler Gourmet Market and Restaurant

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Foreclosures and short sales are not necessarily better deals

LLoyd Nichols~SW Florida Homes (Right Choice Realty LLC) — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 22:09:28 -0600

My area of Lee County, covers cities among others such as Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Fort Myers Beach, Sanibel, Pine Island

and we know foreclosures and short sales. After all we are one of the counties with the highest percentage of Bank owned properties.

In the last year, as the average price of a home in Cape Coral and Fort Myers was pulled down by the flooding of short sales and foreclosures, we have seen of course, terrific deals for buyers, including auctions. Many Real Estate Agents including myself have been able to offer great opportunities to their clients but don’t be misled. The deals are still here, but the difference between conventional traditional sales and bank owned properties or short sales is not always what is seems.

First of all most great foreclosures sale way beyond the asking price so make sure that your agent makes a detailed CMA

and shows you in clack and white why this home is such a great purchase.

Lee County Short sales and Lee County foreclosures are sold “AS IS”. There is no negotiating for repairs unless you are doing an FHA loan. The FHA will impose certain standards which have to be fixed if not in proper condition. Even though some banks are slowly improving the condition of their properties, many do not have such basic items as washers and dryers, AC in good condition and pool condition including the pool equipment may be in need of repair or replacement. A good portion of short sales have been sitting during the wet months of summers without AC, which would attract mold. There are times when Short Sales lender will negotiate $500 to $1000 for repairs but that is pretty rare.

Last, a conventional sale maybe $25,000 less,the asking price anyway, but that home was better maintained and who knows how much the sellers are willing to negotiate? Depends how much they paid for it, how much is their mortgage and when they bought it.

So when you add all these factors, not to mention better landscaping, the $25,000 for example, are quickly disappearing.

So yes, short sales and foreclosures can be great deals, and there are many true interesting opportunities, but look also at conventional sales and work closely with your agent.

and Happy Hunting!

LLoyd Nichols

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Deals du Jour: Fort Myers Beach Gulf Front Condo Foreclosures

LLoyd Nichols~SW Florida Homes (Right Choice Realty LLC) — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 23:19:34 -0500

Fort Myers Beach foreclosures are rare. These Gulf front condos are even more rare. Along the North End of the island

stands out one property at the Pink Shell resort. Build in 2004 this well designed plush 624 SF one bedroom one bath is listed at $299,900 and offers dramatic gulf views and numerous amenities.BBQ - Picnic, Beach - Private, Beach Access, Community Boat Dock, Community Boat Ramp, Community Boat Slip, Community Pool, Community Spa, Exercise Room, Fishing Pier, Internet Access, Marina, Play Area, Restaurant among others as concierge service, bars and live music. It is a Condo Hotel. Which means that you may rent it 365 days a year.A beauty.

Secondly another Fort Myers Beach Foreclosure. Located at the Carlos Pointe Beach Club another Fort Myers Beach Gulf front unit.It is also a Condo Hotel which you may rent 52 times a years with 7 days minimum leases.

Amenities include: Community Pool, Community Room, Community Spa, Volleyball.

Build in 1981 with 2 bedroom and 2 bathrooms for 981 SF it has been beautifully renovated with plantation shutters, crown molding granite counters and much more. This direct Gulf frontage unit is offered at $385,000 and has been just over a week on the market so if its your type of home, don’t wait to long.That is low price for a Fort Myers Beach Gulf front condo. It is also a deal.

For more information about the latest Fort Myers Beach foreclosures, deals or shorts sales contact LLoyd

and happy Hunting!

Click the following link for more info about these 2 condos: Fort Myers Beach Gulf Frontage Foreclosures

LLoyd Nichols

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A Day At The Beach

LLoyd Nichols~SW Florida Homes (Right Choice Realty LLC) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 08:46:24 -0500

With the afternoon temperatures reaching that perfect 80 something range, these make for perfect beach days. So, take a day off and pack up the family and enjoy. For those of you whose family includes a dog:

Sanibel beaches if leashed. Since Fort Myers Beach became a town, it has declared that pets may be on the beach as long as they are under leash control. Keep them away from county-controlled park and beach areas. Pets are allowed in the park area of Lover's Key, but not in the water or on the beach. The only beach that allows dogs off leash is Bonita Beach Dog Park, located between Bonita Springs and Fort Myers beach.

General List of Lee County Beaches:

Lighthouse Park Beach (Sanibel)

Algiers Beach (Sanibel)

Tarpon Bay Road Beach (Sanibel)

Bowman's Beach (Sanibel)

Turner Beach (Captiva)

Sanibel Causeway Beaches

Bunche Beach (Fort Myers Beach)

Bowditch Point (Fort Myers Beach)

Lyyn Hall MEmorial Park (Fort Myers Beach)

Assorted Beach Access (Fort Myers Beach)

Lover's Key (Fort Myers Beach)

Little Hickory Island Beach(Bonita Springs)

Bonita Beach Park (Bonita Springs)

Barefoot Beach Park (Bonita Springs)

Cape Coral Yacht Club Beach (Cape Coral)

Foreclosure du Jour Fort Myers Beach Home

LLoyd Nichols~SW Florida Homes (Right Choice Realty LLC) — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 20:04:25 -0500

Built directly on the sand, this beach house contains 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, 1080 square feet. Open kitchen overlooks the dining/living area with sliding door to the open porch lanai. Tile and wood flooring. Deck. Built in desk. Wet Bar. This is a foreclosure. The asking price is $886,900. A single family home, direct beachfront, for well under a million dollars. The ultimate, of course, in living the tropical life on Fort Myers Beach, Florida.

LLoyd Nichols

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200,000 points and Going Strong/The Activerain Community

LLoyd Nichols~SW Florida Homes (Right Choice Realty LLC) — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 11:07:10 -0500

From my point score, it's obvious that I've written more than a few blogs. The Activerain network has definitely inspired me to write about the real estate community in Southwest Florida, as well as the community itself.

In addition to writing blogs, I read blogs from fellow real estate professionals, not just Realtors, but Mortgage broklers, title agents, home designers, etc., and from them have gained even more insight into the different apsects of the world of real estate. I have been amused at the stories and adventures of fellow Activerain Realtors. I have learned from the expertise shared in posts by technical gurus. Without doubt, Activerain is the most influential Real Estate network in this country and I'm happy to be a member. The sky is the limit. Now everything is even faster and more visual. I am going to embrace all this. After all, throughout the years Activerain has made me a better Realtor and in return I have much more to offer to my clients. Yes it is about them.

LLoyd Nichols

Let's Celebrate . . . . Winter in Florida starting Tomorrow

LLoyd Nichols~SW Florida Homes (Right Choice Realty LLC) — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 16:46:13 -0500

After a hot Florida summer, we Floridians are all looking forward to a Florida winter. It begins tomorrow. During the day tomorrow, the humidity is predicted to dissipate and instead of 90's, the high will only reach 87 and tomorrow night, the temps will fall in the 60's. My wife has already purchased the champagne and checked out her jeans to be sure that they still fit. It's been a long time. Sunday, the high temperature will only be 81. Both of us are looking forward to shutting off the the AC and opening up the windows. Dinner on the deck overlooking the gardens that are always in bloom. A walk along the Bay or beach after . . . there's nothing to match a Florida Winter. And, this year on Fort Myers Beach, Florida, it begins tomorrow.

LLoyd Nichols

Now I can eat more for breakfast

LLoyd Nichols~SW Florida Homes (Right Choice Realty LLC) — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 23:33:54 -0500

For many years I have enjoyed walking, biking or jogging the shore of Fort Myers Beach. There is always something new. It is a moveable feast as Hemingway would say. That morning I did see that our brown pelicans looked bigger and well fed. At that time the sun bounces off the tip of the waves and it blinds you a bit. A bit surreal but tranquil,and powerful. the island is 7 miles plus long. same for the length of the beach. Plenty to explore.

There is always something to learn. Further away I saw some dolphins playing peek –a-boo but couldn’t get a clear shot. It didn’t matter. I’ll get them another time with my camera. I will be ready with the sports settings.

All is pretty calm except for some power walkers and joggers sweating along the shore. Its a good way to start the day away from work and responsibilities. Healthy exercise to. Now I have a good excuse to eat even more for breakfast.

Want to know more about Fort Myers Beach Real Estate? I am ready to answer your questions.

LLoyd Nichols
Right Choice Realty LLC

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Fort Myers Beach investments and vacational rentals

LLoyd Nichols~SW Florida Homes (Right Choice Realty LLC) — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 21:50:40 -0500

This home located in Fort Myers Beach used to have river rocks or crushed stones for its driveway. I think that one of the reason it sold this year is because the previous owner changed the driveway to cobble stones.The attractive type with rounded edges. From the street the home has now more elegance.

I am not saying that it was the only reason it sold but it attracted the new owner to take a closer look. It is now a rental property. A very good one. For more information here is the website link:

ByTheSeaRental

Want to know more about Fort Myers Beach vacation rentals? Call Karen at 239-849-3064

Want to know more about Fort Myers Beach homes for sale? Fort Myers Beach income properties ?

Call Lloyd at 239-810-2980

With homes still at low prices Fort Myers Beach is becoming eve more of an attractive island to invest in. Singles Homes and condos.

After all it is a part resort island and part full time resident paradise. Vacationers have been drawn to this small island for many decades. There is no question that for the money Fort Myers Beach is one of the top if not the top destination in Southwest Florida for Florida real estate investors who want a solid rental return or just want a solid investment which they can also enjoy themselves.

Deals are still here but don’t hesitate to long.

Saving money on your home insurance premium

LLoyd Nichols~SW Florida Homes (Right Choice Realty LLC) — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:43:31 -0500

There are quite a few ways to save money on your Florida home insurance premium in South West Florida. Some are quite affordable. They may intel adding hurricane roof strapping's on your rafters. The newer ones with the heavy gage. It wouldn't hurt to double up the rafters with 2" x 6" in case you have only 2"x4" and make sure that these horizontal ceiling beams which stiffens one rafter to the other are strongly bolted or nailed in a way that makes a classical triangle. You cannot beat the strength of 3 nails or screws in a triangle unless you bolt both pieces.

Roof ridge vents should be screwed not nailed.

Stiffen up all exterior deck, balusters and pool cages. Stringers should be bolted to the posts. Deck beams should also be bolted to the posts. Posts should have a true concrete footing or solar tube with concrete inground. Garage doors should also be checked for strength.

Of course newer stronger hurricane windows and doors will help a lot, but if all this is to expensive you may just buy manual aluminum hurricane shutters. The accordion type for example.Quite affordable.

Check your roof. Then you are ready for a Florida wind inspection.It cost around $85-$110. That may save you from $300 to over $1000 on your premium per year. The inspector will look mostly at the strength of your windows,doors and roof. It figures.

I didn't say that this blog was going to be hysterical but all this will save you money and will give you a peace of mind. Then you will smile.

Any other way to save money on your home insurance? I would be glad to hear them.

Realtor Wins Nobel Prize

LLoyd Nichols~SW Florida Homes (Right Choice Realty LLC) — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 21:35:37 -0500

Not quite, but there was perhaps more suprise this morning that President Obama won the Nobel Peace Prize than if a Realtor won it. Not that there aren't any deserving Realtors:

Michigan Habitat for Humanity homes will soon be equipped with free refurbished computers thanks to "REALTORS: Connecting Families to Their Future."

In San Diego:

The National Association of Realtors® is once again partnering with Habitat for Humanity to help a family achieve its dream of homeownership.

In Peoria:

The Peoria Area Association of Realtors are joining forces with the Central Illinois Home Builders Association and students at Bradley University to begin construction on a Habitat for Humanity home in Peoria this fall.

"We'll break ground on Oct.11 but the first official building day is Nov. 1," said PAAR President Chris Hilton, noting that eight to 15 Realtors will be needed as volunteers each Saturday for 15 weeks during construction of the home in ...

EXIT Realty of the Valley Cindy Szinegh Habitat House . . ..NEWS FLASH**** We Have Raised $5,230.00 !! Thank You for becoming a FAN of our page! PLEASE go to www.morganhabitat.org to make your Donation!! We will keep you posted on out progress!!

There are literally hundreds of like stories. Habitat for Humanity seems such a natural way for Reatlors to be of assistance in their communities. This service will not win a Realtor a Nobel Prize, but that Realtor will have made a difference.

Lloyd Nichols

Right Choice Realty, LLC

Fort Myers & the Beach

Cape Coral, Sanibel, Bonita Springs

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Deals du Jour: Cape Coral Waterfront homes from $100k to $300K

LLoyd Nichols~SW Florida Homes (Right Choice Realty LLC) — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:27:50 -0500

Good news for Cape Coral home buyers.

We still have deals for these of you who are looking for either an affordable and good looking property within Cape Coral freshwater homes or among Cape Coral gulf access homes between $100,000 and $300,000.

Cape Coral waterfront homes $100K to $300k

3/2 Cape Coral Gulf access home. Assessments paid in full. $195,900 ( address as you move your mouse on the link) This is a conventional sale. Need more info now? Click on the link above the picture and look for the address or $.

The interest rates are attractive, you are still able to get a $8,000 tax credit for first time buyers until November 2009, FHA loans could be another option and above all you would be buying in the great city of Cape Coral and enjoy the pleasures of owning a home on a canal in the US tropics. Yes we are in the tropics.

Each property should be examined separately. They may have some assessments due or not, the taxes may differ depending if they were homesteaded or not, and some short sales may become contingent by the time you read this post or others may become pending. For more information contact LLoyd. I’ll be glad to offer you an objective and professional point of view and more data.

Cape Coral waterfront homes $100K to $300k

and Happy Hunting!

Lloyd

Wordless Tuesday: living la vida loca

LLoyd Nichols~SW Florida Homes (Right Choice Realty LLC) — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 01:13:55 -0500

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Wordless Monday: island life

Why are so many drawn to islands? Perhaps we just want to be away from cities? That is one of the reasons why Fort Myers Beach has been my home for nearly ten years.We also call it Estero Island. I call it home. Its just a hop on Sky Bridge to Fort Myers. You can smell the salt in the air. Water is everywhere. It embraces your life and makes you smile.











      For more information regarding Fort Myers Beach properties contact LLoyd.

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Slide of Fort Myers Beach and waterfront homes for sale

LLoyd Nichols~SW Florida Homes (Right Choice Realty LLC) — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 23:08:27 -0500

Fort Myers Beach has attracted many and for good reasons. Located along the Gulf Of Mexico, the island of Fort Myers Beach or Estero island is one of the renowned jewel of Southwest Florida. This small 7 miles plus barrier island packs a solid punch. In this buyers market the island has seen a strong jump in property sales. For good reasons.

Home investors, first time buyers and these relocating understand that Fort Myers Beach Real Estate is a good investment. Europeans and Canadians among others also know about Fort Myers Beach tropical allure. One of the major reasons, besides the obvious with its 7 mile white sand beach, canals, marinas, lively downtown and night life is that there are no bad areas in Fort Myers Beach.Because of its narrow width, any property is close to the beach and the bay.

Also Fort Myers Beach is known as one of the safest beaches in Florida.

Fort Myers Beach Waterfront Homes

There are signs that we have hit bottom and that Fort Myers Beach home value, even though still very attractive, is in its leveled phase and many believe that deals will be harder to find in 2010. We have still deals and if you are looking for a strong investment or just a new home, don’t wait to long.

For a glimpse at Fort Myers Beach waterfront homes for sale follow the link below. We do also have non waterfront homes and condos for lower asking prices with that unique island charm.
Fort Myers Beach Waterfront Homes
For more information contact LLoyd on my cell or at realtorlloydn@aol.com
And Happy Hunting!

Foreclosure du Jour/Fort Myers, Florida

LLoyd Nichols~SW Florida Homes (Right Choice Realty LLC) — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 16:02:17 -0500

The San Carlos Park area of Fort Myers is a great area to invest in. Not only is it convenient to GulfCoast University, Shopping and Restaurants, but the new spring training home of the Boston Red Sox will be built within a convenient distance. The home below is a foreclosure with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. 1798 square feet, more than one-quarter of an acre. Pool, Garage and Tool Shed. Needs appliances. Listing Price: $119,900.

LLoyd Nichols

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Is it art or great craftmanship?

LLoyd Nichols~SW Florida Homes (Right Choice Realty LLC) — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 22:57:57 -0500

There are many ways to beautify a home or give it that personal touch. These piece were shot from Matlacha, Fort Myers Beach, Pine island and Cape Coral and Floridians certainly don’t lack imagination.

Some exterior decorative pieces are plain whimsical, others tell something about the owner and others add this Floridian touch. What is beautiful is personal. There are no rules. One thing it does do is tell a story. Is it southwest Florida art?

You be the judge. But then what is Art?

Mantlacha wood work near Pine Island

Fort Myers Beach hand crafted art copper sun

Perhaps not decorative art but an art form in Cape Royal Cape Coral

Matlacha local art

A room with a view: Sky Bridge Fort Myers Beach

LLoyd Nichols~SW Florida Homes (Right Choice Realty LLC) — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 23:31:58 -0500

As one drives from Fort Myers on San Carlos Boulevard you will be offered a treat. Little by little, as your car climbs Sky Bridge, you will be able to get a full view of Fort Myers Beach. Yesterday, I decided to take a few shots from the very top of the bridge. This time I walked. One can take their time and enjoy a panoramic view of Fort Myers Beach and its canals fingering the island with salt water all the way towards Estero Boulevard, which runs parallel to the Gulf and, beyond, the Gulf Of Mexico.

Fort Myers Beach Homes

Fort Myers Beach Sky Bridge

Estero Bay Fort Myers Beach

Bonita Bills Fort Myers Beach – a fun restaurant below Sky Bridge along Matanza Pass

For more info regarding Fort Myers Beach Waterfront Homes call or e-mail LLoyd at Realtorlloydn@aol.com

and happy Hunting!

South Fort Myers Auction

LLoyd Nichols~SW Florida Homes (Right Choice Realty LLC) — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 01:44:18 -0500

Auctions can be tricky. You need to know your market or have a Realtor representing you if you cannot be present.For this particular Auction of this little beauty at Cottage Point the starting bid is at $20,000. That does not mean much.This 886 SF stucco/frame manufactured home will surely go much much higher. Yes, the location is good.

There is however a point when it does not make any sense to go higher then your price range. Use a Realtor who knows South Fort Myers and Auctions. For more information call LLoyd and Happy Hunting.

Small Beauty one mile from Sanibel:South Fort Myers Auction

LLoyd Nichols~SW Florida Homes (Right Choice Realty LLC) — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 01:17:30 -0500

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About one mile or less from Sanibel there is a little manufactured beauty which will come into action in the middle of October 2009.Looking for a gateway from the cold or a Fort Myers Real Estate investment? Look no further. It is also comfortable and modern enough enough to make it your primary residence in South Fort Myers.It is well built.You own your land.

It is just under 900 SF with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom but don’t let it fool you. It has floor tiles everywhere, an attractive carport with its own gate, a generous deck in the back overlooking a mature yard, a well designed shed, a river rock drive way and more. Plus its built on small pilings which is a huge plus in our area. This is an attractive Fort Myers Real Estate Auction.

For more information regarding this home with a tropical twist, and, how this auction works, contact LLoyd Nichols.If you are looking for a Fort Myers vacation home with a Key West flair then you may be in luck. It is also nice enough to be your full time home. Bunch Beach is about one mile away, Sanibel beach a few miles, Fort Myers Beach about 6 miles away and shopping, restaurants, food markets and golf courses are all near by.

LLoyd Nichols

Right Choice Realty LLC

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New Red Sox Spring Training Stadium site will bring strength to Fort Myers Real Estate Purchases

LLoyd Nichols~SW Florida Homes (Right Choice Realty LLC) — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 22:49:40 -0500

For these Fort Myers Real Estate investors, first time buyers, these relocating, the news is big. The new site has been approved by The Lee County Board of County Commissioners. Done deal.

The site is located on Daniels Parkway near Southwest Florida International Airport. The total cost will be in the upper $80 million and will have over 9900 seats. It will be a state of the art complex and will resemble the overall style of famed Fenway Park.

As shown on the map many areas will profit from this move. Communities like Gateway,Pelican Reserve, Fiddlestick, the Club at Renaissance, Legends Gold and Country Club, but also the whole area of South Fort Myers with communities such as Laguna, Calusa Palms, Sail Harbor and even as far as Iona, the Historical District along Mac Gregor, to Fort Myers Beach, Palms Isles, Gulf Harbor and all the way to South West and East Cape Coral, San Carlos, Estero and Bonita Springs. Just jump on I-75 and boom you are there.

For these investors and buyers who are looking at Fort Myers for their next purchase, I would think that the radius within 10 to 15 minutes to the new Red Sox Spring Training Stadium site, will be a strong and savvy move. For more information about Fort Myers Real Estate close to the new stadium, but not so close as to be on top of it, contact LLoyd.

note: for you NYY fans I can say that: congrats on a great season but watch out: we are finishing strong! Amazing you guys can pitch this year! And regardless of my preferences that guy Jeter is a great role model for youngsters and a class act. Though, we have the Youk man and Beckett.