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2008 Hurricane Season Set to Begin
2008-05-29 13:35:33
Another hurricane season is set to officially begin this weekend and it is important for Florida Gulf Coast residents to pay attention and be prepared. With two recent years of above-average storm forecasts and below-average actual storms, many residents may feel confused about what to expect this year. Government forecasters officially predict six to nine [...]
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The Vineyards Real Estate Sales Report - January to March, 2008
2008-05-28 18:08:21
The first quarter 2008 The Vineyards real estate market statistics for both homes and condominiums are listed below. Located in southeastern Naples and in a world of its own, this beautiful master planned gated golf community features the Vineyards Country Club which gives residents a selection of two 18-hole PGA championship golf courses. There is [...]
Read more: Estate , Sales , January , March , Real Estate

Please Be Firewise in Florida
2008-05-22 14:55:53
With aproximately 87 wildfires encompasing over 45,000 acres currently burning in Florida , now might be a good time to consider some simple things you can do to help protect your property. Fire researchers from the Division of Forestry say that even 30 feet of defensible space around a home can greatly decrease the probability of structure [...]
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The Fallacy Behind Higher Tax Rates
2008-05-21 15:44:16
I ran across an excellent article today by David Ranson in the Wall Street Journal. It has to do with a review of economic data about the federal tax system written by Kurt Hauser. Published 15 years ago, Mr. Hauser stated “No matter what the tax rates have been in postwar America, tax revenues have [...]
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Cape Coral Real Estate Sales - January to March 2008
2008-05-18 14:49:43
The January thru March Cape Coral real estate market statistics for both homes and condominium sales are listed below. Cape Coral, known as the - The Cape, is one of the largest master-planned communities in the nation. The city features 400 miles of fresh and salt water canals - most with gulf access, wide-ranging waterfront [...]
Read more: Estate , Sales , Real Estate

HUD Extends RESPA Comment Period
2008-05-16 18:14:42
HUD has announced a 30-day extension, to June 12, 2008, for the public to comment on the proposed new Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA) rule. The announcement came just days before the initial comment period was set to end and on the heels of a letter HUD received signed by 149 members of Congress. The [...]
Read more: Comment , Period

Beware Alligator Mating Season
2008-05-13 20:51:26
Florida residents and visitors should be aware its alligator mating season once again and you cannot be too careful with these fierce but wonderful creatures. Each year as spring turns into summer and the weather begins to truly warm, an alligators metabolism increases and they become quite frisky in seeking out mates. Once on the edge [...]
Read more: Season , Beware , Alligator , Mating

Southwest Florida Property Sales on the Rise
2008-05-10 15:08:39
For all the doom and gloom you hear about home sales from the national media, the old adage that all real estate is local, could not be more evident than here in Southwest Florida . Homes sales in our local markets, including Bonita Springs, Estero and Naples have picked up quite nicely since the beginning of [...]
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Southwest Florida Population Growth Slows to a Sprint
2008-05-07 07:36:33
By any standard, population growth in Southwest Florida has slowed from the torrid pace of 2000-2006. However, it still ranks near the top when compared to the rest of the country. The Cape Coral-Bonita Springs-Ft. Myers metropolitan area (Lee County) dropped one spot to the fourth fastest growing metro area while the Naples-Marco Island metropolitan area [...]
Read more: Population , Growth , Slows , Sprint

Florida 2008 Legislative Session - More Real Estate Issues Addressed
2008-05-04 12:24:01
When the 2008 Florida Legislature adjourned on Friday night, Realtors counted numerous law changes that will benefit property owners, renters and the Florida real estate market in general. All the bills will still need to be approved by Governor Crist, but here is a synopsis of the real estate related highlights: More Property Tax Reforms Commercial property [...]
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Sarasota and Port Charlotte Property Sales Rise in April
2008-05-31 07:59:44
Home buyers have moved back into Southwest Florida, pushing April home sales up 5 percent in Sarasota and 6 percent in Port Charlotte . Even more promising, the rising sales were accompanied by rising prices. Though prices continue to be lower than a year ago, the median Sarasota sales price ($268,200) was 12 percent higher in [...]
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Lely Resort Real Estate Sales Report - January to March, 2008
2008-06-01 11:40:00
The first quarter 2008 Lely Resort real estate market statistics for both homes and condominiums are listed below. Lely Resort is one of Naples premier gated communities. Encompassing 3,000 acres of lakes and preserves, it is truly a sought after place to live by those seeking a respite from the stress of everyday life. Lely Resort [...]
Read more: Estate , Sales , January , March , Real Estate

Bernanke Sends Signal Interest Rate Cuts Over
2008-06-03 16:25:58
In a prepared talk Tuesday morning, Federal Reserve Chairman Bernanke signaled further interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve are unlikely because of growing concerns about inflation and the weak dollar. Specifically, he said that the Federal Reserves powerful doses of rate reductions that started last September along with the  $168 billion stimulus package, including [...]
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Florida Do Not Call List Working Well
2008-06-05 13:32:46
Just recently, Florida Agriculture and Consumer Services Commissioner Charles Bronson (gotta love his name - how apropos) announced taking legal action against a Sarasota County company for violating the State Do Not Call law. The legal action seeks an injunction prohibiting the offending company from making any future calls to residents on the list and [...]


The Brooks Real Estate Sales Report - January to March, 2008
2008-06-08 07:08:28
The first quarter 2008 Brooks real estate market statistics for both homes and condominiums are listed below. Encompassing 2,532 acres of natural Florida surroundings, The Brooks is master planned gated community consisting of five major and distinct communities - Copperleaf, Lighthouse Bay, Rapallo, Shadowwood and Spring Run. Each community is gated and sports a different [...]
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The Brooks Real Estate Sales Report - January to March, 2008
2008-06-08 07:08:28
The first quarter 2008 Brooks real estate market statistics for both homes and condominiums are listed below. Encompassing 2,532 acres of natural Florida surroundings, The Brooks is master planned gated community consisting of five major and distinct communities - Copperleaf, Lighthouse Bay, Rapallo, Shadowwood and Spring Run. Each community is gated and sports a different [...]
Read more: Estate , Sales , January , March , Real Estate

FHA Loans Popular Once Again
2008-06-10 18:51:58
The number of FHA loans issued shot up 126 percent in the first quarter of 2008 even though they still make up a just small part of the overall mortgage market. Demand for these often-neglected mortgages is surging because they do not require the higher down payments or stellar credit scores that lenders expect from [...]
Read more: Loans , Again

FTC Issues Updated CAN-SPAM Rules
2008-06-13 15:31:06
We ran across this item the other day in the NAR Newsletter and thought a synopsis might be helpful. A link to the actual Final Rule is provided below. The Federal Trade Commission has revised its rules implementing the Controlling the Assault of Non-Solicited Pornography and Marketing Act of 2003 (CAN-SPAM). Can-Spam regulates commercial emails and [...]
Read more: Issues , Rules

Mortgage Interest Rates Rise Dramatically Last Week
2008-06-14 11:09:03
Rates on 30-year mortgages have jumped to their highest level in nearly eight months, reflecting the markets increased concerns about what the Federal Reserve might have to do to battle rising inflation. The MBAA reported that 30-year fixed-rate mortgages averaged 6.24 percent last week. That was up sharply from 6.17 percent the week before. It [...]
Read more: Mortgage , Interest , Rates

Real Estate Bloggers Take Note
2008-06-16 12:15:40
For those of us who inhabit the real estate blogosphere, this is one situation that needs your attention. Please take the time out of your busy schedules to read and become aware of the facts regarding this case. I believe once you do, you’ll see how important it may be to us all. EPerks sues blogger [...]
Read more: Estate , Real Estate

Florida Now Allows Liquidated Damages for Breaking Your Lease
2008-06-18 06:56:36
Under a new law signed by Governor Crist, landlords can now charge liquidated damages or an early termination fee if you break your lease. However, the new law also provides limits and rules that must be followed before a tenant may be charged. For instance, the early termination fee cannot exceed two months’ rent, and [...]
Read more: Florida , Breaking

Sea Turtle Nesting Season
2008-06-21 18:07:45
While were only six weeks into the turtle nesting time (May 1 to October 31) here in Southwest Florida, the 2008 season is off to a good start. As of last weekend, there were 194 known nests on the beaches in Lee and Collier counties. That’s up from 131 at the same time last year. In [...]
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SW Florida Home Sales Rise Again in May
2008-06-19 17:22:35
Southwest Florida home buyers are back! In May, home sales rose again in the Bonita Springs, Estero and Naples markets. The move marks five straight months of gains and has continued into the month of June too. While many folks were predicting a slow down as season wound down, it just did not materialize. If [...]
Read more: Sales , Again

Please Stop Feeding The Pelicans
2008-06-28 11:01:24
One of the great things about living in Southwest Florida is being able to enjoy all its wonderful surroundings. However, problems tend to arise when we humans infringe on the natural flow of things. Thankfully, most folks who live here take their responsibility to protect our environment seriously so when things start to get out [...]
Read more: Please , Feeding

IRS Ups Automobile Mileage Writeoff
2008-06-24 12:06:02
On Monday, the IRS announced it is raising the automobile mileage rate that self employed individuals and business owners can claim on their tax returns. The agency said the standard rate it allows to calculate deductible operating costs for business vehicles will go up to 58.5 cents from the current 50.5 cents and will be [...]
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Estero, Florida - A 2008 Mid Year Real Estate Sales Update
2008-07-19 12:43:28
The mid year 2008 Estero real estate sales statistics for both homes and condominiums are listed below. Estero is ideally located between Ft. Myers and Bonita Springs and is currently in the process of building and developing wherever you travel. It is one of the last areas to be developed in south Lee County and [...]
Read more: Florida , Estate , Sales , Update , Real Estate

The Power of Blogging - Recognition
2008-07-13 16:42:27
Having learned bunches about blogging from my friends at Real Estate Webmasters Blogs, I can honestly say I have come to understand its importance to our real estate and mortgage business here in Southwest Florida. Being able to keep our clients abreast of the up-to-date goings on in the marketplace is an invaluable service that [...]
Read more: Blogging , Recognition

Lee County - Fastest Growth Rate in Florida
2008-07-11 13:00:02
It should come as no surprise that Lee County is the fastest growing Metro area in Florida for 2007. Combining absolutely year round gorgeous weather (average mean temperature 83 degrees), 50 miles of white sandy beaches, and being named as one of the Top 10 U.S. Travel Destinations has produced a 3.6 percent (20,475) increase [...]
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Bonita Springs - A 2008 Mid Year Real Estate Sales Update
2008-07-07 12:32:31
The mid year 2008 Bonita Springs real estate market statistics for both homes and condominiums are listed below. Bonita Springs, known as the Gateway to the Gulf, is one of the fastest growing coastal cities in Southwest Florida. Located between Ft. Myers and Naples, Bonita Springs offers endless lifestyle choices while still maintaining its small [...]
Read more: Estate , Sales , Update , Real Estate

Property Tax Break Broadened
2008-08-03 09:57:27
One of the lesser talked about parts of the new housing bill is homeowners who do not itemize on their tax returns will now get the opportunity to get some credit on their 2008 federal tax return for their property taxes. Under the new guidelines, homeowners who take the standard deduction ($10,900 for married couples [...]
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