Everyday people ask, "What's going on in the Naples Real Estate market"? This isn't a 'one size fits all' question. As always, each market segment, both geographically as well as price-point has its own set of rules and trends. Earlier today I was showing condos along the beach. When they didn't like anything I had selected for them, they let me know they'd be patient and would wait for a short
Read MoreTo quote a character from one of my all time favorite stories, "I'm late, I'm late, for a very important date!" This is exactly what Chip and I have been saying, all too often lately, to Customers, Friends, Family, Inspectors, Photographers...You name it, they've waited for us. I am never late, so for me, this is quite a new experience...Chip on the other hand, notoriously triple books, but somehow manages to keep everyone happy and everything
Read MoreThe Naples Area Board of Realtors 2012 Annual Report The Naples Area Board of Realtors 2012 Annual Report was recently released with some good information about sales within the greater Naples area. This report tracks and provides comparisons of both single family homes and condos sales in 2011 and 2012, and breaks them down into price ranges and location segments. Here are some of the *statistics which I found to be particularly noteworthy:
Read MoreReal Estate and the "Fiscal Cliff" On January 1st, 2013 the Senate and House passed H.R. 8, legislation to avert the so called "fiscal cliff". The bill was signed by President Obama on January 2nd, 2013. The National Association of Realtors provided a summary of real estate related provisions in the bill, which I thought you would find informative. Real Estate Extensions: Mortgage Cancellation Relief is extended for one year to
Read MoreHappy New Year! Season is in full swing! The activity on 5th Avenue South is wonderful...I love this time of year. The downtown calendar is filled with fabulous events. Click here to get a full calender of the Fifth Avenue South Naples Events! My personal favorites are the Art Shows! The talent in this town is amazing! The first show, in January, slated for the 5th & 6th is located on Park
Read More The Florida Top 30! Chip Harris and Michele Peppe were recently recognized by Coldwell Banker Previews International as being in the top 30 agents in the state of Florida for Luxury Homes sales. Recognized as a world leader in the marketing of exceptional properties, Coldwell Banker Previews International handles on average over $70 million in luxury home sales every day! Coldwell Banker represented 5 of the 10 priciest
Read MoreRealogy Prices IPO Guess who rang the bell this morning at the New York Stock Exchange? That's right, the executive leadership team and members of The Realogy Board of Directors were guests this morning at the NYSE, where they commemorated the new listing by ringing the signature Opening Bell. Up until now, Realogy has been a privately owned company that provides real estate and relocation services. It owns several of
Read MoreNaples Real Estate 3rd Quarter Update I know I've been saying this a lot lately, but so has just about everyone else I know..."2012 is flying by!" ~Here it is, already October 1st, and I can't believe I am doing research for the Naples Real Estate 3rd quarter sales report...oh my. There is quite a bit to report, and as always, I will try to keep it as concise as possible. One
Read MoreColdwell Banker Previews International released their 2012 Luxury Market Report yesterday. I thought I would share some of the interesting facts that were covered in this report. Included in this publication are Global Points, Domestic Overviews and notable achievements by the Previews brand. Coldwell Banker has 83,000 associates in 3,100 offices in 51 countries and territories. With affiliates in every corner of the globe, Coldwell Banker has established itself as a leader in the
Read MoreStrong Summer Sales in Naples Florida Recently released statistics show strong summer sales abound in Naples Florida. As reported in the Naples Area Board of Realtors Market Report, all three categories documented: Pendings, Closed Sales, and Median Sales Price showed increases for the 12 month period ending July 2012. Comparing July 2012 to July 2011 it is clear to see positive signs in every price point. Those sales posted in all pricing categories over $500,000 range
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