naples: Home Watch in Naples! - 12/02/08 10:57 AM
Friendly Neighbor Home Care LLC has been offering Home Watch services to the Naples Fl area since 2001. We care for homeowners properties as well as Bank foreclosures that may be sitting vacant for extended periods and need a quality company to watch over them. Call us for more info!
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naples: Cedar Hammock December Fun Calendar - 12/02/08 06:48 AM
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naples: Naples, Florida awaits! - 12/01/08 02:58 PM
Sunny Southwest Florida is experiencing a great Buyer's market. Homes sales are picking up and season is here! I would love to help you find that perfect piece of Paradise that is waiting here for you. Check out my website and info at
http://fl.living.net/Realtor/ahendricks
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naples: Now is the time to get rich selling real estate - 12/01/08 12:34 PM
I constantly hear of agents talking about the doom and gloom of the market. Whenever you tell a stranger that you are a Realtor, their first reaction is usually, "Oh, things must be tough for you."
NO! Things are not tough. They may not be as easy as it once … (7 comments)
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naples: The Only Real Estate Market is Your Local Market. - 11/29/08 05:22 PM
I keep trying to convince people in Collin County of this fact. We still have a good market. This fact struck home this week as I spent the week in Lee(Ft. Myers) and Collier(Naples) counties in Florida. Everyone wanted to talk about real estate when they found out that I am in … (0 comments)
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naples: Winter Season Is In The Air In Naples, Florida - 11/28/08 10:48 PM
Ahhh... Winter season is quickly approaching; the morning air is crisp, the Christmas decorations are going up everywhere, restaurants and retailers are in a hiring frenzy and friends from up North are beginning to return.
I love this time of year and not just because it is our busy season … (0 comments)
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naples: My Favorite "F"'s on Thanksgiving - 11/26/08 08:41 AM
I wanted to wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving! Enjoy my favorite 5 things tomorrow:
1. FAMILY
2. FRIENDS
3. FOOD
4. FUN!
4. FOOTBALL!!
I can't think of a better way to spend the day. Ok, maybe you better add in some Exercise after that pumpkin pie!! Have a … (3 comments)
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naples: Naples Florida Waterfront Foreclosure Property - 11/25/08 03:01 AM
Waterfront Condominiums that are available as Bank Foreclosures are available BUT in limited numbers and do NOT last!
Many serious buyers that have the cash readily available or financing already in place have the advantage over hose not quite ready to take the "plunge", excuse the pun...
As a Realtor … (0 comments)
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naples: Horse Proprty in Golden Gate Estates, Naples Florida - 11/25/08 02:36 AM
Click on the image to be taken to horseflorida.com
In Naples Florida the place to own and enjoy your horses is in Golden Gate Estates, a rural fringe area that boarders Naples proper and has the land to own and ride your horses in SW FL.
Expansive in size it provides … (0 comments)
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naples: 25% Referral Fee To You From Me...Send Me Your Buyers and Sellers! - 11/20/08 07:50 AM
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naples: Andalucia in Naples Florida - 11/17/08 09:18 PM
Properties For Sale in Andalucia
Andalucia in Naples Florida is private, gated community of 167 home sites that features one and two story single family homes that range from approximately 1,800 square feet to 3,400 square feet under air. Andalucia amenities include a Clubhouse with state of the art fitness center, lagoon style … (0 comments)
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naples: Naples Foreclosure Listings - 11/17/08 06:10 AM
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naples: Sales occuring from Active Rain - 11/16/08 08:56 PM
I'm newer to Active Rain and am really enjoying the blogs I've been reading and the people I've met, but I'm curious how many people have seen direct results (sales) from blogging on the Rain. I've asked around a bit and get mixed results, but I have to believe that it's … (0 comments)
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naples: New-home starts up in Collier in September - 11/13/08 11:30 AM
NAPLES - New-home starts edged up slightly in September in Collier County.
Last month, county government issued 60 single-family permits, up 5 percent from 57 a year ago, but down 61 percent from 153 a year ago.
The year-to-date total is 520, down 54 percent from 1,134 a year ago and … (0 comments)
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naples: Why you should move to Naples, Florida - 11/11/08 10:27 PM
When i first found out that I was moving to Naples 13 years ago, I went kicking and screaming. I didn't want to go! I heard about how snooty the people were and how expensive it is to live there. Heck, the place we had in Port Charlotte was TWICE as … (4 comments)
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naples: Top 10 Things to do in Naples Florida - 11/11/08 09:58 PM
There are a thousand reasons to visit Naples, Florida, but I'll narrow it down to my favorite 10!
10. Watch the sunset at what the Travel Channel voted "The Best Beach in the Country"
9. Enjoy cocktails while watching the waves crash at the chickee bar at the Ritz … (1 comments)
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naples: Price Versus Value- short sale agents under fire in Naples FL, Mike Rivera - 11/11/08 11:37 AM
This is an e-mail i just got from an agent it deals with short sales and there apparent irritation with short sellers and there agents. And it seems this agent wants a law against them or that the FREC should stop it and deems that The Pricing of short sale are … (0 comments)
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naples: Naples Dining Experiences.... - 11/06/08 12:05 PM
Dining in Naples, FL can be an interesting experience! My children were allowed to pick their favorite restaurant for their birthday dinner. I took this picture at Da-Ru-Ma ( located next to the beautiful Ritz-Carlton Beach Resort on Vanderbilt Beach. (No, we didn't have to break out the fire extinguishers!!!) Da-Ru-Ma ~241 … (4 comments)
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naples: Investor Alert-2/2 Close to Naples Beaches! - 11/06/08 08:02 AM
2 Bedroom/2 Bath Condo
$59,900
Close To The Beach!
Naples, FL.
Investor Alert!
Key West-style enclave with 161 units, pool & clubhouse. Tiled throughout September, 2008. Investor Alert! At this price investor's PIMI could be covered by tenant's monthly rent check
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naples: Gated-Non Country Club Communities in Naples Florida - 11/05/08 10:22 PM
Properties For Sale in Gated Communities in Naples Florida
Naples area offers a variety of Gated-Non Country Club Communities, Developments and Neighborhoods. In Naples Florida there are more Gated-Non Country Club Communities than in other parts of the country. Many residents have vacation homes in Naples, so when they are away, … (0 comments)
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naples: Tennis Communities in Naples Florida - 11/05/08 10:10 PM
Properties For Sale in Tennis Communities in Naples Florida
Tennis is a very active sport in Naples Florida. In Naples tennis is available at any level and part of the amenity package at all major planned communities. Most Golf & Country Club communities have beautiful Har-Tru courts complete with tennis professionals, pro shop … (0 comments)
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naples: Luxury Naples Golf Villa Full Golf Membership Included! - 11/05/08 03:11 PM
Naples, FL.
2 Bedrooms +Den, 2 Bathrooms
Pool & Spa & 2-Car Garage
List Price $459,500 Unfurnished
Low Fees!
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Click on Link Below for Visual Tour
Upgrade upon upgrade in this beautiful Dover Villa. One of the very … (0 comments)
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naples: Waterfront Communities in Naples Florida - 11/04/08 03:14 PM
Waterfront Properties For Sale in Naples Florida
Directly on the Gulf of Mexico and near the 10,000 islands in the Everglades, Naples offers boaters some of the prettiest waterways and beaches in Florida where dolphins play in the waves and where sport fishermen can experience some of the best fishing. You are … (0 comments)
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naples: Homes For Sale in Naples Fl Golf Communities - 11/03/08 09:15 PM
Homes For Sale in Naples Golf Communities
Naples Florida is known as the "Golf Capital of the World". The National Golf Foundation's latest statistics show that the Naples area is first when it comes to the number of private holes per person and second only to Myrtle Beach in the total number … (0 comments)
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naples: Short Sales Lead to Sleepless Nights! - 11/01/08 12:04 PM
I am working with a Seller on a Short Sale.
Lender is Fifth Third Bank in Naples, FL.
The Seller met with the Senior Mortgage Officer to explain his deteriorating financial situation and asked for guidance.
The mortgage officer looked up the loan on the computer and told the Seller … (2 comments)
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naples: Affordable Housing in Naples - 10/30/08 08:46 PM
For the longest time, Naples got a bad rap for being overpriced and having no affordable housing! Well, look no further! Here's a super cute 2 bedroom condo, just a few miles from the beautiful Naples Beach and downtown Naples! It's in excellent condition, has a great view and is priced … (2 comments)
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naples: Naples, FL. Market Update - 10/30/08 06:53 AM
Can you believe it's November already?
Seems like only yesterday when 2008 began.
In my little corner of the world (Naples, FL.) it has been another fantastic year living in paradise.
Only wished I could say the same for residential real estate sales here.
The good … (0 comments)
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naples: City of Bonita Springs and Estero REALTORS® host Halloween in the Park! - 10/28/08 09:57 PM
Bonita Springs - Estero REALTORS® host Halloween in the Park!
Halloween in the Park
Mark your calendars... The Community Relations Committee and BEAR(Bonita-Estero Association of REALTORS®) in conjunction with the City of Bonita Springs will be hosting Halloween in the Park at the Riverside Park in Downtown Bonita Springs on Halloween. … (0 comments)
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naples: Southwest Florida 40 under 40 - 10/27/08 10:30 PM
I was so honored this year to be chosen as one of Gulfshore Business' 40 under 40 for outstanding achievements and contribution to the community! While I'm still not exactly sure how I was in the company of some of the other amazing nominees, it was a fun and exciting experience! The … (2 comments)
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naples: Naples Undervalued? - 10/25/08 10:31 AM
My soon to be brother in law works for National City and he sent me an interesting graph showing that the price of real estate in Naples, Florida is currently undervalued. There is also an article about it in the Naples Daily News:
http://www.naplesnews.com/news/2008/sep/18/naples-ray-sunshine-housing-market-analyst-says/
It doesn't seem that we have hit … (1 comments)
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naples: Avalon In Pelican Bay,Naples, Florida - 10/22/08 02:34 PM
Avalon is a gorgeous gated community In Pelican Bay in Naples, Florida. It was built my Stuart Kay homes in 1993. It is close to the park and World Class Shopping. There are condos with garages and some with vaulted ceilings. Prices are from $499,500 to $525,000+ They are all … (0 comments)
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naples: This House Just Sold In Bay Colony For $12 Million! - 10/22/08 10:50 AM
Pelican Bay and Bay Colony are still selling and this gorgeous home just sold for $12 million!
There are close to 6500 residences in Pelican Bay and Bay Colony and even though the prices have gone down people are still buying. Now there are only 318 residences for sale which … (3 comments)
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naples: Vote TODAY !!!! - 10/20/08 05:31 AM
Today is October 20th, and if you live in Southwest Florida,Collier County, you can now vote for the November 4th Presidential election. Here in Collier County we are expecting an 85% turnout, the largest in our history! As a Precinct Captain, I have called everyone to vote early or absentee. My group, … (6 comments)
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naples: How to make the upcoming year successful (topic for discussion) - 10/18/08 06:36 AM
This is a topic for discussion. What do you think needs to happen / needs to be come for the upcoming year to be successful in SWFLA?
I'm interested in what people think about the communities as a whole, as well as individual efforts.
What needs to be done to attract … (1 comments)
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naples: 8th consecutive month of Pending sales increase in Naples, FL - 10/17/08 09:39 PM
EIGHT IS GREAT Report Shows 106 Percent Increase in Overall Pending Sales NAPLES, Fla.-October 16, 2008-For the eighth consecutive month, pending sales increased in the Naples area according to a report released by the Naples Area Board of REALTORS® (NABOR), which tracks home listings and sales within Collier County (excluding … (0 comments)
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naples: Home sales increase again in Naples - 10/17/08 10:45 AM
NAPLES - The buyers are still out in Naples.
In September, home sales activity increased again for local Realtors.
Pending sales - sales that have yet to close - grew 106 percent, while overall home sales grew 50 percent, according to a monthly report by the Naples Area Board of Realtors.
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naples: Breast Cancer Awareness - Walk, Run & Endure For The Cure - Events In South Florida - 10/17/08 12:33 AM
The Susan G. Koman Race for the Cure is celebrating its' 25th anniversary this year. Walks, runs and three day events are scheduled all over the country this month. Breast cancer awareness and research has come a long way during this time but still has a long way to go.
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naples: Naples, FL (Press Release) Pending Sales more than Double... up 106% - 10/16/08 09:50 PM
FOR IMMEDIATE Press RELEASE
EIGHT IS GREAT... When referencing 8 Months of Positive Sales Numbers!
Report Shows 106 Percent Increase in Overall Pending Sales
NAPLES, Fla.-October 16, 2008- For the eighth consecutive month, pending sales increased in the Naples area according to a report released by the … (1 comments)
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naples: The FSBO: - 10/16/08 09:15 PM
WHEN A real-estate agency hadn't sold our house, we decided to do it ourselves.
I placed ads in the local papers, spray painted a "For Sale" message on a sign board and posted it outside. When my husband came home that evening, he told me, laughing, that my sign was … (1 comments)
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naples: Verona Walk in Naples Florida - 10/16/08 01:44 PM
Properties For Sale in Verona Walk
Verona Walk in Naples Florida is a newest gated master planned community built by Divosta located just north of the US41 east off of CR 951, minutes away from of Marco Island beaches and Olde Naples. It has one of the kind Town Center common … (0 comments)
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naples: Old Naples - Tin City Naples Fl - 10/16/08 01:34 PM
Properties For Sale in Old Naples
Downtown Olde Naples in Florida is by 5th Ave and 3rd Street Districts where you can browse art galleries, fine clothing, boutique and coffee shops, gourmet restaurants and the Naples Pier. Homes in Old Naples are set on tree lined streets that lead to directly … (0 comments)
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naples: Heritage Bay in Naples Florida - 10/16/08 01:22 PM
Properties For Sale in Heritage Bay
Heritage Bay Golf & Country Club in Naples Florida is a gated bundled golf community located in Immokalee Rd, 4 miles eats of I-75. The community is centered on 27-hole golf course and will consist of total 1,200 homes. Golf membership comes with each of … (0 comments)
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naples: Naples Lakes Country Club in Naples Florida - 10/16/08 01:12 PM
Properties For Sale in Naples Lakes
Naples Lakes Country Club in Naples Florida is a gated golf course community situated on 490-acres with nature preserves and 60 acres of lakes. It is located off of CR951, south of I-75. This development has 18-hole Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course that appeals to … (0 comments)
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naples: Lely Resort in Naples Florida - 10/16/08 12:55 PM
Properties For Sale in Lely Resort
Lely Resort in Naples Florida is a amenity rich golf community located in South Naples, between US41 East and CR951 on 3000 acres of land. This community features 3 18-hole championship golf courses (1 private and 2 semi-private), brand new Players Club & Spa, 7 … (0 comments)
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naples: Pelican Bay in Naples Florida - 10/16/08 12:32 PM
Properties For Sale in Pelican Bay
Pelican Bay in Naples Florida is a world class community located between Pine Ridge Road and Vanderbilt Beach Rd along 2,5 miles of pristine white sand beach. Pelican Bay is a home to two world class resort, the Ritz Carlton and the Naples Grande. This … (0 comments)
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naples: New Listing in Bay Colony - 10/15/08 02:35 PM
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naples: Don't worry about the coyotes, Naples Florida. - 10/14/08 10:56 AM
There have been a lot of hysteria over coyotes in SWFLA (especially in Collier and Lee Counties) and as one who runs an animal trapping company: DON'T WORRY ABOUT THE COYOTES.
We've gone to coyote jobs before, and to be honest, we don't like doing it. They take FOREVER to catch, nobody ever wants to pay for it - even the Florida Fish & Wildlife doesn't come out when someone calls about coyotes. THEY'RE A FACT OF LIFE living around here, … (4 comments)
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naples: Proud to be a member of ActiveRain. - 10/14/08 08:37 AM
I had been wondering for a long time, "Where do all of the Collier County FL (Naples, FL Marco Island) Real Estate people hang out? They all have websites, and I find a few here and there on Facebook or even Myspace - but there HAS to be a spot where … (7 comments)
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naples: Part 2: Naples Home Sales Report Last 12 Months - 10/11/08 09:09 PM
Fellow Realtors,
I had some additional questions so I dug further and this is what I found...
Question 1- What is the breakdown of the type of homes sold during the last 12 months?
· 45% were Single Family Homes
· 43% were Condos (low, mid & high rise)
· 10.5% … (0 comments)
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naples: Naples Park in Naples Florida - 10/11/08 04:32 PM
Homes For Sale in Naples Park
Naples Park in North Naples Florida is a single family community that is located west of US41, and 1 mile both to Vanderbilt Beach and Wiggins Pass Beach. This neighborhood consists of over 3,000 single family homes and vacant lots. There are some duplex buildings too. … (0 comments)
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naples: Vanderbilt Beach Naples Florida - 10/11/08 03:51 PM
Vanderbilt Beach Properties For Sale
Vanderbilt Beach in Naples Florida is the neighborhood in North Naples stretching from Vanderbilt Beach Drive on the south to Delnor Wiggins State Park on the north. Vanderbilt Beach development consists of beachfront, bayfront, and canal front single family and condominium developments. Three streets of single family homes and … (0 comments)
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naples: Naples Home Sales Report Last 12 Months - 10/10/08 08:30 PM
Hello fellow Realtors, I was doing some real estate homework and thought I'd pass on this info to the rest of you. You can use it to narrow down price range to market to or even price range of which homes to do an Open House in.
•· In Naples last 12 … (2 comments)
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naples: Welcome to the Naples Marketing Blog! - 10/10/08 06:10 PM
Welcome to the Naples Marketing Blog!
My name is Elayna Fernandez. My company, Designed 2 Impress, Inc. is based in Naples Florida and serves the Naples FL, Estero FL, Bonita Springs FL and Marco Island FL areas in Collier and Lee County.
With the Naples Marketing blog, I intend to … (9 comments)
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naples: Naples Florida Foreclosure Homes and Condos - 10/10/08 02:11 PM
Naples Fl Foreclosed Homes For Sale
Many potential buyers in Naples Fla area looking for great deals: short sales, pre-foreclosures, or already foreclosed properties. Many of media sources claim that the state of Florida is one of the states with the highest number of foreclosures. Since it appreaciated the most, now it is being … (0 comments)
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naples: Real estate like it ought to be - 10/10/08 12:15 PM
Fire up the search engines for 2003 and you'll find a boatload of articles about real estate market fundamentals -beliefs about houthe demand for home and the benefits of home ownership. Remember the catch phrases of the pre-bubble days?
•· The immigration population is exploding; they will fuel housing demand
•· Credit … (1 comments)
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naples: Market Report for Naples Single Family Homes - 10/09/08 09:39 AM
Below is the market report for Naples Single Family Homes and as you can see by the charts below new listings are down 3% which helps lower supply. Sold listings are still trending up ever so slightly this month and the median prices of those sold are up 2% to $259,000. Median … (0 comments)
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naples: Sales up 80% in Lee County... Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, Estero Florida! - 10/08/08 09:19 PM
Affordable homes are again available and nearly everything is selling!
I've been reporting for months that there are great values to be had here in many of Florida's most sought after locations... Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero and Fort Myers. Not just good or even great values but truly spectacular home buying opportunities!
What … (0 comments)
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naples: Private Money Pool in Southwest Florida - 10/08/08 08:00 PM
I participated in a meeting today attended by real estate investors, mortgage brokers, commercial lenders, property appraisers and real estate agents. These folks recognize that amidst the massive credit crunch, one way to help make things better is to form a private lending group.
While our elected and appointed officials spend … (1 comments)
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naples: Lease Option/Rent to Own Homes Naples Fl - 10/08/08 11:50 AM
Naples Florida Rent to Own Homes For Sale
As you might know, It is possible to go from renting a piece of property to owning it. With many people finding their ideal home through renting, and down payments on real estate being quite expensive, it might be worth for some buyers to look into … (0 comments)
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naples: Seller Financed Homes in Naples Fl - 10/08/08 11:37 AM
Naples Florida Seller Financed Homes For Sale
Buyers with good to average credit find it harder and harder to get approved for the amount of money they would like at an interest rate that they feel comfortable with. Seller financing provides an easy bridge to close a buyer's financing gap. Naples Florida in … (0 comments)
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naples: Naples Fl home buying - 10/08/08 11:21 AM
It makes no difference if you're simply browsing Naples MLS search tools for homes for sale in Collier County or fact finding for area or neighborhood information in Naples FL, my website is your ultimate home buying resource. First-time buyers, move ups, retirees, renters and everyone in between all agree, Naples Florida … (0 comments)
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naples: Naples Florida Handyman Homes and Condos - 10/08/08 11:14 AM
Naples Florida Handyman Special Homes For Sale
Naples Florida in Collier County has many handyman special homes for sale. There are many handyman special properties, homes and condos in all waterfront, golf and gated Naples neighborhoods and communities, including: Pelican Marsh, Pelican Bay, Vanderbilt Beach, Barefoot Beach, Park Shore, Port Royal, Olde Naples, Naples Park, Royal Harbor, Bonita Springs, … (0 comments)
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naples: Naples Florida Bank Owned Homes and Condos - 10/08/08 10:59 AM
Naples Fl Bank Owned Homes For Sale
Naples Florida in Collier County has many bank owned homes for sale. The banks have foreclosed on many homes in Naples in all zip codes. There are many bank owned properties, homes and condos in all waterfront, golf and gated Naples neighborhoods and communities, including: Pelican Marsh, Pelican Bay, … (0 comments)
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naples: Real Estate Today Given the Current State of the Economy... - 10/06/08 12:59 PM
...and, Cash is King. One man's view.
I was giving this some thought while driving to the office today. How does the current state of our economic affairs affect the real estate market and those in the market? I define "those in the market" as people who earn their living providing … (0 comments)
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naples: The Bailout-Truly ABSURD!!! - 10/04/08 09:08 AM
Webster's
absurd; ridiculous
That's a good fit to describe the bailout.
I'd just like to share a few Tasty Tibits from CNNMoney's "Special Report,"
Bailout:Will it Work?
Just my opinion, but we should have known THIS before we passed a $700 Billion piece of legislation, don't you think?
Get this;
"Financial … (9 comments)
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naples: Just Listed Just Sold Postcards Are Very Important in Today's Real Estate Market - 10/03/08 10:36 AM
When I first started in the business 20 years if would have been nice if people were willing to share their secrets of success and how they kept going in challenging markets. I am going to share all of mine with everyone over the next days, weeks, months , and years. … (0 comments)
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naples: The Strada and Mercato Update...Whole Foods Opens, McCormick & Schmick's Next - 10/01/08 01:46 PM
The Mercato is coming along quite nicely. First The Capital Grille opened, Whole Foods just weeks ago, and now McCormick & Schmick's will open in a few weeks.
As for the residences at The Strada, there are two buildings with 80 residences in total. About 30% are sold with the first … (2 comments)
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naples: Stated Income loans...... should I go the stated income route? - 09/30/08 12:12 PM
We have all heard of the gardener who purchased the McMansion in CA using a stated income loan only to have it foreclosed on later when they couldnt make their payments, and I am sure there are many other stories going around at the water cooler these days.
Stated income loans … (5 comments)
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naples: Hard Hit Areas are Pulling Out - 09/30/08 10:45 AM
The hard hit areas are pulling out. This week, the Naples Daily News reported on the FAR statistical release, which indicated that the Cape Coral/Ft. Myers MSA led all other areas in Florida for August. The Naples/Bonita/Estero area, as reported on our John R Wood monthly stats, has been showing a … (0 comments)
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naples: Forced to Listen!!! - 09/30/08 09:08 AM
If the elections weren't so close the bailout would have passed. There's little doubt in my mind.
Fortune reports that calls to Congressional offices are running overwhelmingly against the bailout plan.
Because of the upcoming elections our elected reperesentatives were;
Forced to Listen!
That's if they would like to continue to … (9 comments)
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naples: Hey Sec Paulson, WHO'S gettin the Dough??? - 09/28/08 10:52 AM
Okay, you've gotta know. You hopefully didn't just pull this number, 700 Bil, out of thin air, or did you?
So who gets what? How about a little breakdown. Let's just start with the top 5.
You know, like 5 Bil to ______?
25 Bil to _______?
Share this info with us … (7 comments)
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naples: The Federal Reserve, Our New Subprime Lender! - 09/27/08 09:05 PM
Okay, you've got a customer who needs a loan BIG TIME!
I mean that they're on their last leg.
They've made some really, really bad financial decisions, so they won't qualify for a loan through conventional/traditional sources.
They're defaulting or soon will be defaulting on their financial responsibilities.
It's questionable as … (4 comments)
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naples: Biking through wine country - 09/27/08 07:46 PM
Very excited about finding this group. I love new cultures, different food, wine, people..... anything to show me how big the world can be. Suddenly, what was getting us down, or if we were in a funk over simple, trivial things..... getting away always puts things in perspective.
I was bored..... just … (8 comments)
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naples: Ray of Sunshine in the Naples Market - 09/26/08 12:28 PM
NAPLES - In one economist's eyes, the Naples real estate market is now seen as "slightly undervalued."
In an interview with CNBC Wednesday night, Richard Dekaser, a senior vice president and chief economist at National City Corp., singled out Naples in talking about the "first rays of sunshine on a possible … (0 comments)
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naples: Naples has an Ace on Survivor - 09/25/08 08:31 PM
Well whether you love it or hate it SURVIVOR is back... If you missed tonights premier you can have a look at all the contestants and read about our own Naples Resident Ace Gordon's Bio and see his video here.
This years Survivor will take place in Gabon, Africa. Survivor airs on CBS … (6 comments)
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naples: Professional Settlement Services, LLC Naples Office - 09/24/08 12:11 PM
Professional Settlement Services, LLC have their Naples office up and running.
Many of us in real estate are familiar with Marilyn Mannarino. She is a charming lady with a huge heart. Often she can be spotted at a NABOR ( Naples Area Board of Realtors) or WCR ( Women's Council of … (4 comments)
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naples: Only 3 Miles to the Beach 2 Bed 2 Bath Condo in Naples - 09/22/08 08:52 PM
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naples: Enjoy Autumn in Rochester! - 09/22/08 06:27 PM
Autumn is my favorite time of year. The weather is getting comfortably cool, the leaves are changing to their brilliant oranges, reds, and yellows, and there's so much to do in the Rochester area!
Here are some of my favorite autumn activities:
Apple Picking. There's something satisfying about reaching … (0 comments)
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naples: Welcome Greg Gorman of Naples Florida - 09/22/08 03:14 PM
Greg Gorman continues to be one of the most influential
Realtorsâ the real estate
and for nearly 17 years, he and his Team Paradise continues as one of the top Naples
Florida real estate Teams.
Greg has been a featured speaker at 3 NAR
Conventions, several state conventions, 3
CRS … (3 comments)
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naples: Naples Market Report- Professional Market leaders in Real Estate through August 2008 - 09/20/08 01:39 PM
The Naples area market continues to improve through the recent trials in the credit markets. Recent articles have even indicated that the Naples area market may be undervalued which is not a surprise to those of us that have been telling customers that since the beginning of the year!
Our most recent … (0 comments)
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naples: Naples, FL "Do you want to work with this realtor"? - 09/19/08 10:05 AM
Looking for a realtor? Where do you start if you don't know who to go to? How can you tell who is ethical? Who is business savy? Who will you get along with? This is tough. I too, as a realtor come across this situation when I need to find a realtor … (2 comments)
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naples: To Buy or Not to Buy? That is the Question. Or is it? - 09/18/08 12:15 PM
The housing market seems to be in turmoil, but is it really? In any kind of economic market, investors figure out how to get the most money back from their investment. They can invest in anything from cash to stocks to whatever.
It seems to me that the best market right now is … (1 comments)
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naples: Azzurro condos now featured on Condo.com - 09/16/08 12:29 PM
Naples Condos For Sale Starting at $799,000
Azzurro condos are a new uxury waterfront Meditteranen style condominium centrally located in the heart of Naples just minutes from Fifth Avenue, shopping, dining, beaches and entertainment. The development is situated in Oyster Bay in Royal Harbor offering waterfront living with direct boat … (0 comments)
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naples: Aqua - Naples, Fl Wiggins Pass...elegant, luxurious, private yacht harbor new residences - 09/14/08 12:25 PM
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naples: Naples, FL - increase in median price - sales up again 7th consecutive month - 09/12/08 03:05 PM
NAPLES MEDIAN HOME PRICE INCREASES Report Shows 92 Percent Increase in Overall Pending Sales NAPLES, Fla.-September 14, 2008-For the seventh consecutive month, real estate activity in the Naples area increased, continuing the upward trend according to a report released by the Naples Area Board of REALTORS® (NABOR), which tracks home listings … (0 comments)
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naples: Making Strides in Naples - 09/12/08 11:58 AM
John R. Wood Realtors continues to be a home to Realtor®s that care about giving back. This October a team from John R. Wood will be helping to fight breast cancer by participating The American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer noncompetitive walk.
The walk is a 5k or … (5 comments)
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naples: Families Losing Homes & The Reckless Media - 09/12/08 09:21 AM
CNNMoney.com reports that 91,000 families lost their homes in August. I really have no foundation, nor concrete data to make this statement, but I think that's BS!
Here's why.
Let's start with a definition;
family- parents and their children; all those decended from a common ancestor, lineage
I have dealt with quite … (5 comments)
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naples: Fannie & Freddie's new fearless leader - 09/11/08 09:58 AM
Has anyone ever heard of a gentleman named James Lockhart?
Probably not!
Mr. Lockhart is the head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, and he is now the overseer, man in charge of Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac. Should we be happy about this? Do you feel comfortable now knowing that … (0 comments)
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naples: Fannie & Freddie Bailout - 09/10/08 09:19 AM
I wanted to wait a few days to see if my initial reaction would stand the test of time. I certainly believe at this time that it will.
We have two basic and conflicting beliefs here in my opinion.
Do you believe that the Federal Government can solve our problems and … (5 comments)
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naples: Naples, FL Short Sale alerts - 09/06/08 07:27 PM
Short Sales are old news.Many buyers have made offers, written up contracts only to have the mortgage company respond too slowly or turn down their offers only creating more work for all involved. Then the mortgage company loses all that time only to start all over again. Then the buyers have to start … (0 comments)
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naples: Village on Venetian Bay Naples - 09/04/08 02:23 PM
The Village on Venetian Bay
Tonight ,Thursday September 4th, is another Village Nights Event at The Village on Venetian Bay! This free event is an opportunity to come down to The Village, shop, listen to some great live entertainment, and have a bite to eat.
The Village is centrally located here in … (4 comments)
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naples: Market Report for Naples: New Listings, Pendings & Sold - 09/02/08 10:11 AM
Market report for Naples ending August 31st 2008 shows that new listings ard down 17% from July 2008 while Pending Sales are up 13% and cash transactions are slightly above financed transactions on Closed Sales.
So based on these MLS charts as New Listings go down and Pending Sales continue to rise that … (1 comments)
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naples: The Only VIP Party in Naples, Dashing Dave, Saturday September 6, 2008 - 08/30/08 09:23 PM
The Only VIP Party in Naples, Saturday September 6, 2008 Will be PACKED!!!
Everyone is talking about Big Tony and Edis's VIP Parties. Call to reserve your tickets now. This party is limited to 100 attendees.. ....it is nicer when it's limited.
BEERS INCLUDED BUD, BUD LIGHT, CORONA, AND CORONA LIGHT … (0 comments)
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naples: Mediterranean-style estate home and luxury townvillas in Naples/Estero FL starting at $189,990 - 08/29/08 05:49 PM
Estero/Fort Myers, Florida
Nestled between Naples and Fort Myers, Estero is one of the fastest-growing cities in Lee County, although it still retains its small-town character, it stands out as a community that cares. Exploring the amenities offered in Estero, you will quickly find breathtaking nature adventures, abounding arts of … (0 comments)
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naples: CONGRATULATIONS! and welcome back! - 08/28/08 10:07 AM
If you want to be a naysayer and whine about the market just stay away from the bus driver (Jay Lagace) and Robin Whitt. They are not listening and they just don't want to hear it. I think their message to the world is to take that attitude somewhere else.
So, … (6 comments)
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naples: GOOD NEWS!!! Whether you like it or not! - 08/28/08 09:41 AM
Yesterday the gov updated the second quarter GDP report to show;
the economy grew at a 3.3% clip.
That's pretty good!
Generally, it is perceived that a rate of growth between 2.5% and 3.5% means the economy is healthy.
Okay, we had the stimulas checks, and may I add that they … (9 comments)
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naples: What Happened to the American ATTITUDE(S)!!! - 08/20/08 08:37 AM
Okay, so I'm reading the latest CNNMoney.com article about Fannie & Freddie and all of this negative stuff is starting to get on my nerves. Let's see if this makes an sense to you.
I am an American with an ATTITUDE!
I believe that there are not any problems that exist … (1 comments)
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naples: Pssst! Wanna Buy Alligator Alley? Keep It On The D L - 08/20/08 06:48 AM
State efforts to lease Alligator Alley continue in spite of strong opposition. And they are not making it easy to let your voice be heard on the subject either.
There are currently six corporations vying for the privilege of leasing the section of I-75 known as Alligator Alley. The state … (20 comments)
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naples: Naples, FL - Strong pending sales & reduction in overall inventory - 08/19/08 10:48 PM
NAPLES, Fla.-August 14, 2008-July sees positive signs in multiple market indicators, with lower priced property sales doubling from last year, while all other price segments showed small increases in the median price (The "median price" means half of the sales were above that price and half were below) according to a … (0 comments)
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naples: 5th consecutive month, sales up in Naples, FL - 08/19/08 10:14 PM
SALES UP, INVENTORY DOWN FOR FIFTH CONSECUTIVE MONTH June 2008 Pending Sales 63 Percent Higher Than June 2007
NAPLES, Fla. - July 15, 2008 - Now is a great time to buy, and more people are agreeing according to a report released by the Naples Area Board of Realtors® (NABOR), … (1 comments)
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