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naples real estate: The Buyer Agent Relationship - 06/11/11 02:13 PM
The buyer agent relationship is an interesting one. As often as buyers can be frustrated with their real estate agent, the real estate agent can also become frustrated with their buyers. Where the aggravation can lie for the agent has to do with the lack of loyalty in which many buyers do not demonstrate, which is primarily due to the lack of understanding on the buyer's part. Many times agents do not explain the fiduciary relationship that they as an ethical real estate agent have with that buyer. Additionally, if a real estate agent does not fully explain to the buyer … (1 comments)
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naples real estate: Quail West in Naples, FL - 06/02/11 10:18 AM
Luxury living and Naples are nearly synonymous, and one of Naples' top luxury home communities in North Naples is Quail West. This gated community is one of the premier private golf and country club communities located near great shopping and dining and just a short drive from the beautiful beaches of Naples and Bonita Springs. The Grande Clubhouse is where much of the social life happens in this community. Some of the great amenities here are the full service salon and spa, junior Olympic-sized pool, card rooms, golf pro shop, tennis courts and a locker room. There are many different … (2 comments)
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naples real estate: Estates at Bay Colony Golf Club - 05/23/11 10:56 PM
Located between Vanderbilt Beach Road and Immokalee Road, West of Goodlette-Frank Road and East of US-41 lies the exquisite Estates at Bay Colony Golf Club. These estate homes are a part of the Pelican Marsh communities with 75 homes on 280 acres of land. Each of these singe family homes come with a minimum of 4,000 square feet under air on 2/3-1 acres of land. The homes are either 1 or 2 stories, boasting large rooms with vaulted ceilings, having walk-in closets and walk-in kitchen pantries. Some of the two story homes even come with private elevators to transport their owners … (0 comments)
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naples real estate: Avalon at Pelican Bay - 05/21/11 02:54 PM
Built between 1992 and 1994, Pelican Bay, Avalon has remained a wonderful townhouse and condominium community. Condos are low rise (2 floors) and homes here range between 2-4 bedrooms with at least 2 bathrooms. Sizes of homes in Avalon range between 1,274 - 1,794 square feet under air.
Located close to the beach, many of these homes also come with a beautiful lake view or preserve area view. Avalon is one of the northern most communities in Pelican Bay just a short distance from Vanderbilt Beach Road. This makes it close to a lot of the new shopping and dining … (1 comments)
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naples real estate: Sales Up in Naples, Florida - 05/02/11 09:54 PM
Since 2009, sales in Naples have increased and become quite steady, both for single family homes and condos, as seen in the following graphs. 2007 and 2008 were difficult years in Naples real estate, but thankfully, things have picked up considerably. During the third quarter of 2007 there was a record low number of condo sales with only 296 sold. Yet in the same quarter of 2009 and 2010, sales were over double that and 150% over 2008. 2010 proved a great year doubling the sales of that in 2007 in every quarter. And 2011 is proving to be even better … (1 comments)
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naples real estate: Logan Woods and Livingston Woods - 05/02/11 01:16 PM
When examining all there is to offer in the Naples real estate market there is a lot of variety to meet every need and desire. Are you interested to live close to town with the convenience of shopping, restaurants, the beach, golfing, and other activities yet still have privacy and land on which to have your home? Would you like to have a home with a rural feel yet still want the convenience of town life? If so, then estate life is for you and Logan Woods and Livingston Woods are amongst the hottest locations in Naples.
Logan Woods offers … (0 comments)
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naples real estate: Home Sales Steady in Naples, Florida - 04/30/11 01:32 PM
Over the past four years, the amount of Naples homes for sale has steadily stayed in the same arena, averaging between 3,500 and 5,500 per quarter. For buyers, this is good news because there is a consistent amount of homes available in the beautiful sunny city of Naples. If you're looking for a wonderful home, seasonal residence or vacation home, there are an ample amount of homes in the Naples area to meet your needs. With help from a knowledgeable Naples real estate expert, your dream home could be here waiting for you.
For sellers, the competition remains steady. This … (1 comments)
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naples real estate: Real Estate 101 - 04/30/11 12:37 PM
New to Naples real estate and not sure where to start? Before making that important real estate decision to list or sell then it's important to educate yourself with a little bit of Real Estate 101.
Look at the reasons why you want to purchase or sell and ask yourself if these are viable reasons. If you only want to list your property for sale because you want to move up, and yet you know that you cannot afford the lateral move then now is not the time to consider doing anything real estate-wise. If you are a first time homebuyer, be … (0 comments)
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naples real estate: Mortgage Pitfalls to Avoid - 04/27/11 07:59 PM
Thinking about buying one of the many Naples homes for sale? If so, then it only makes sense to arm yourself with as much Naples real estate information that you possibly can. In order to be a sharp and savvy real estate consumer you’ve got to learn every aspect involved in a real estate purchase, particularly if you are going to obtain mortgage financing. If anyone has told you that getting financing through a lending institution is a piece of cake, they have seriously been misled. Getting mortgage financing is not easy. Not only that, but it is involved, complicated and … (1 comments)
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naples real estate: What to Do if You are Upside-Down - 04/26/11 08:50 PM
When one refers to being ‘upside down’, this essentially means that one has negative equity in a property. No matter where, negative equity is a reality to many. Yes, in the past there were bad judgment practices to be had in the way of purchasing and way too much pressure put on buyers by shady secondary predatory lenders resulting in poor and too quick decisions in purchasing real estate. All over the board statistics show that the housing market was tremendously affected by bad choices, whether it involved those purchasing as an investor, a first time homebuyer, secondary home buyer, or … (2 comments)
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naples real estate: FEARLESS BUYING - 04/21/11 02:37 PM
Looking to buy but intimidated by the Naples real estate market? Indeed, getting ready to venture into the world of real estate can be fearful, but these fears can certainly be overcome. One very basic question and probably the most important question to ask oneself is you have enough money in which to purchase real estate. Knowing how much you can afford will put things into perspective and take away the feeling of the fear of the unknown.
The first issue to tackle in this respect is to get pre-qualified for a mortgage loan. Know that twenty percent down is the … (1 comments)
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naples real estate: PRO’S AND CON’S OF CONDOMINIUM LIVING - 04/20/11 09:45 PM
Naples Condos have been a hot commodity for years and offer many advantages over single family home ownership. Many homeowners are opting to downsize into condominium residences due to the attraction of no or low maintenance as opposed to a single family home, smaller living spaces, security features, and no yard to maintain.
But with all the ups that come with condo living, there are a few downs that need to be considered before making the decision to buy a condominium residence.
Pros of Condo Living
Condominiums are affordable and are built in desirable locations that are in close proximity to … (2 comments)
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naples real estate: FIND YOUR HOMESTYLE - 04/19/11 11:22 PM
Much like you, a home has personality. That’s why, when looking at Naples homes, it’s important to find the design and style that is right for you. There are so many architectural possibilities to choose from whether one is drawn to the designs of homes reminiscent to the Greek revival period, the earthy Tuscan inspired homes of the Mediterranean, or the more rustic salty beach homes; there is a style that caters to every taste. So, not certain of your home style or nor sure how to go about choosing your style? To make it easier, think of shopping for a … (0 comments)
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naples real estate: How to Choose an Affordable Home - 04/18/11 03:22 PM
Everyone has a dream home, but the reality is that dream home has a price tag. So how do you find a home you love that you can afford? I’ll give you a few tips.
Determine your budget – If you have never created a budget for yourself, it would be worth researching organizations that teach financial planning such as Crown Financial. You can learn how to eliminate debt as well as how to make a budget according to your income. Once you’ve done that, you’re on your way to determining how much home you can afford. If you’ve never tracked … (1 comments)
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naples real estate: REASONS TO BUY A VACATION HOME - 04/08/11 11:05 PM
Love to buy a vacation home in Southwest Florida but dragging your feet because of bad memories of the housing market crash? Stop sitting idle. Save yourself the despair of kicking yourself in the future as now is the time to strike while the iron's hot. This is the best time to buy, just coming out of the recession, with real estate prices so low that they may never be as affordable as they are now. We are currently in a buyer's market, one in which has such an immense directory of Southwest Florida real estate for sale that many investors … (1 comments)
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naples real estate: NAPLES FLORIDA REAL ESTATE - 04/06/11 04:03 PM
Want to live in one of the most picturesque and striking destinations in the world? Then look no further than Naples, Florida. The city of Naples is singly the most pristine piece of paradise that borders the Gulf of Mexico and boasts of powder white sands in pristine settings. Naples is host to endless activities, is rich in abundant cultural amenities and is a story book of rich history. To call Naples home gives its privileged residents access to well renowned golf courses, the finest shops, scores of fantastic dining options, all nestled in a glorious setting.
Naples real estate has experienced … (0 comments)
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naples real estate: HOW TO STAY POSITIVE AND OVERCOME NEGATIVE REAL ESTATE HEADLINES - 03/24/11 02:48 PM
It may seem utterly impossible to stay positive and remain focused during these tough economic times and it is especially difficult when we hear and read headlines that are negative in regards to the real estate industry. How we sift our way through all the negative media has everything to do with our mindset. Staying positive, remaining hopeful and maintaining an optimistic outlook is essential no matter what the news reveals and reports about the real estate market and our economy.
First and foremost, we need to stop watching, listening, or reading news that even has one bit of negativity. The … (1 comments)
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naples real estate: Living in Golden Gate Estates - 02/04/11 11:46 PM
Located east of Naples Florida in Collier County, this is a growing community. Residents in this area have a high quality of life in this beautiful city. There are many homes available for sale and agents will work with you to help you find a home within your budget. The people are friendly and the place is peaceful. You and family members can enjoy many outdoor activities. Citizens here take pride in their community and work hard with local officials to keep Golden Gates Estates clean. What are some of the amenities? How much do the homes cost? What makes Golden … (0 comments)
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naples real estate: Fiddler's Creek Update - 02/04/11 11:00 AM
Fiddler’s Creek Real Estate – 2010 Recap
Things are heating up and it is important that homeowners are aware of the current mood of the market in their community. There is plenty of clubhouse chatter and it is important to know the facts.
Take a look at the closed sales over the last four years in Fiddler’s Creek.
2010 – 105
2009 – 85
2008 – 51
2007 – 44
Please note that these statistics are from SunshineMLS and only include re-sales, not new construction.
WHOA!! Things are certainly are getting much better. Buyers are motivated by low … (1 comments)
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naples real estate: Buyers Broker Agreement - 02/03/11 11:42 PM
We have all been there. You work with a buyer for months and they walk into an open house or simply decide to switch agents. This has even happened with people I considered friends. Truthfully, many times they just don't know the business and how to protect your commission. This is so frustrating because you put in a ton of time and get nothing for it. It wouldn't be as bad if they never bought.
What now? Well, 'I'll be damned is that ever happens again'. Our first reaction is an emotional one (remember, we tell our clients to not get emotional). When we … (5 comments)
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Tim Ryan
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