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Why Naples, Florida?

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Real Estate Agent with Palm Properties FL# SL3323876

This is my first blogpost from my new home in Naples, Florida. My past posts were from San Diego, California and my home and office in La Jolla. Today I am in a new home, one chosen very carefully and where I hope to spend the rest of my life. My family and I decided together that we needed a change of scenery with the added advantages of a better tax culture, affordable housing, less crime, excellent infrastructure, good weather, a combination of things we like to do (i.e. golf, tennis, swimming, boating etc..) and a place where I could continue my long career as a real estate professional. We found it here in Naples, Florida.

We first visited Naples in 1992 and thought how much it was a combination of La Jolla years ago and the golf course communities of the Palm Springs area. We spoke of how cool it would be to live in “The Golf Course Capital of the World” and have a beach too. Naples, has that and much more. I have discovered that Naples is listed on the top lists for destinations of luxury travelers, for where to retire, for active lifestyles, for growth and development and much more that I have yet to discover. If you are considering a retirement move, purchasing a vacation property, or making a lifestyle change, I hope you will continue to follow my posts about the advantages to living here and what I have and will be discovering in the months and years ahead.

Carpe diem!

~ Susan

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Comments(13)

Les & Sarah Oswald
Realty One Group - Eastvale, CA
Broker, Realtor and Investor

That is a huge move...

Congratulations for achieving your dream. Much continued success on your new locale and business.

Sep 20, 2015 03:40 AM
Susan Laxson CRS

Thanks Les & Sarah!  It was a big move, but we thought about it for a long time. 

Sep 20, 2015 09:48 AM
Sharon Parisi
United Real Estate Dallas - Dallas, TX
Dallas Homes

Susan, congratulations on your move. I can only imagine the thought that went into making the life changing decision.  I look forward to reading about Naples.

Sep 20, 2015 03:48 AM
Susan Laxson CRS
Palm Properties - La Quinta, CA
Realtor in San Diego, CA & Naples, FL

Thank you Sharon and yes, it was a life changing decision.  Like many of the Baby Boomers, we wanted to find the best place for our future retirement so we researched many different areas before choosing Naples.  Will be sharing the thought process and what we have learned along the way.

Sep 20, 2015 09:50 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Welcome to Florida, Susan!  I love the Naples area and it grown since we first saw it in the late 80's.  You really did make a big change from the west coast to Florida's west coast.  Have fun and enjoy the weather!

Sep 20, 2015 10:23 AM
Susan Laxson CRS

Thanks Kathy! Naples has definitely grown and the projected growth is substantial.  This has become a retirement destination for many Americans and a resort destination for foreigners, just like your area has!

Sep 20, 2015 10:53 PM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Best wishes for great success in Naples. Many Maryland retirees are heading your way.

Have you met my friend Mary Charters? She moved her very successful real estate business from Maryland to Naples.

Sep 22, 2015 11:03 PM
Susan Laxson CRS

Thank you Roy and looking forward to helping those looking for places to retire.  I think Naples is the best choice for many of us!  I haven't met Mary, but will look for her and introduce myself.  Thanks for the contact!

Sep 24, 2015 07:19 AM
Lisa Von Domek
Lisa Von Domek Team - Dallas, TX
....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!

Hello Susan Laxson 

Lots of folks fleeing California...

From your post, it is easy to see that you are enjoying your new home in Naples, FL.

Sep 23, 2015 12:01 AM
Susan Laxson CRS

Yes, Lisa.  I think that many of my friends & associates are realizing that California is getting more and more expensive and less livable, other than the great SoCal weather.  We love it here!

Sep 24, 2015 07:21 AM
Sharon Tara
Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH
Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

I've only been once, but it was beautiful!  Wishing you much happiness in Naples!

Sep 23, 2015 12:43 AM
Susan Laxson CRS

Thanks Sharon!  Every day I have to pinch myself to realize how lucky my family and I were to find this gem!

Sep 24, 2015 07:22 AM
Alan Kirkpatrick
Austin Texas Homes - Round Rock, TX
Alan in Austin

Susan Laxson 

Welcome to Active Rain this is a great start! Have a wonderful weekend. 

Sep 26, 2015 12:35 AM
Gayle Rich-Boxman Fishhawk Lake Real Estate
John L Scott Market Center - Birkenfeld, OR
"Your Local Expert!" 503-739-3843

Susan, I know about Naples FLA from  Ellie Penaranda and it always sounded so beautimous! (My own word...) Welcome to your new home! Go get 'em!!

Sep 27, 2015 08:19 AM
Barbara Altieri
Better Homes and Gardens RE Shore and Country Properties - Shelton, CT
REALTOR-Fairfield County CT Homes/Condos For Sale

Susan -- I have not been to either but from what I have heard both are beautiful places to call home. Was just talking with a friend about the Naples area this past weekend. She wants to take a short getaway trip there and wants me to go. We both talked of Sanibel and Captiva too. Been to FLA SO many times but never down to that area!  I am sure you will love it. Have a few friends who live there and they say it's the BEST!

Oct 01, 2015 04:30 AM
Susan Laxson CRS

Thank you Barbara for commenting and I hope you do come down to visit Sanibel and Captiva, they are really beautiful ecological paradises!  If your clients get too cold in CT, send them down my way! 

Oct 01, 2015 05:57 AM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Susan,

Congratulations on achieving your dream.  We have been to Naples twice, most recently in June, and are going to be there in two weeks. working..It would be fun to meet for a cup of coffee, if we can all arrange it on one of our breaks.  A

Thanks for following us.  A

Oct 01, 2015 10:48 PM
Susan Laxson CRS

Absolutely, it would be a pleasure to meet both of you!  I have read your posts over the years and feel like I already know you! I look forward to it, and call anytime.

Oct 01, 2015 10:54 PM
Gary Coles (International Referrals)
Venture Realty International - Las Vegas, NV
Latin America Real Estate

Susan Laxson It takes courage to make such a major change  -- but it seems to be a great move for you.  Good luck in Naples.

Oct 07, 2015 11:57 AM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

I really appreciate you sharing your story about where you came from and how you arrived at the decision to make Naples your forever home. Several years ago, I discovered Naples while visiting my Aunt in Sarasota. I remember how beautiful it was and thinking about how lucky anyone is who can live there. I'm glad you made your dream come true Susan.

Oct 15, 2015 05:59 PM