All About Naples Florida

 Here in Southwest Florida we continue to have beautiful days, warm breezes and lots of activity.  There is increased activity and this comes from agents who report that the buyers are more active than last season.  Although some buyers are still anxious about getting back in, the hesitation may cost them as the well priced, fabulous listings with fabulous prices are being plucked off the market... some in as little as 3 weeks market time.  Not only has Naples reported condo sales increases but Bonita Bay as well... what are you waiting for? higher prices??

  Just outside of LaBelle Florida sits amazing

 Belle Tara Ranch.  It is a "mini Babcock" with all the wildlife and cracker cattle to boot!  This Property   There are so many possibilites for this property ... It must be seen to be appreciated.  So pull on your jeans and boots and let's go for a ride around the property on the Gator. 

Today I participated in Tropical Tales a Pet Extravaganza in Estero Florida At Coconut Point.  It was a great deal of fun and although a bit windy and I did get a little too much sun there were great vendors, pets galore, and I was able to share many " pet friendly " John R. Wood listings.  Thank you to Naples Dog and Ericka !

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I just came from a delightful evening Luau at Heritage Bay Golf and Country Club off Immokalee Rd. here in Sunny, Warm, Naples Florida.   This gated community with bundled golf ( 27 holes) was celebrating it's Grand Opening of the new Clubhouse.  The fitness equipment looked terrific, the tiki bar was flowing, food was tasty and everyone had a smile on their face!

I have personally golfed at this gorgeous course and cannot say enough about the staff and beauty of the natural surroundings!   There is a bit of everything in this Lennar built community offering condo's, single family homes, and villa living.  Give me a call  or send me an email http://www.floridahmz.com/   We can get you set up for a preview, maybe some golf for the day and if you really like it put a deposit down on a lot or buy from inventory or pre- existing.  It is a tremendous time to be a buyer and judging by the happy faces at this event you might want to seriously consider Heritage Bay.  I am happy to help! 

NAPLES, Fla. - February 14, 2008 - January home sales were up slightly compared to a year ago, including an 11 percent increase in condo sales, announced in a report released by the Naples Area Board of Realtors® (NABOR), which tracks home listings and sales within Collier County (excluding Marco Island).

According to NABOR President Arlene Carozza, a Realtor® and corporate trainer with Amerivest Realty, while overall pending sales decreased year-to-date, the report includes many positive indicators of market activity.

"The momentum we saw last month is continuing and sales are being made, especially in the condominium market and single-family homes under $300,000." Carozza stated.
The report, which provides single-family home and condo data, price ranges and geographic segmentation by zip code, also includes an overall market summary. The statistics are presented in chart format, along with the following analysis:

• Overall home sales in the greater Naples Area, which includes Naples Beach, North Naples, Central Naples, South Naples, East Naples, Immokalee and Ave Maria, were up by three units, 264 in January 2008 compared to 261 in January 2007.
• Condo sales were 142 in January 2008 compared to 126 in January 2007, an 11 percent increase.
• Overall home sales in the less than $300,000 category saw the largest increase with 103 in January 2008 compared to 81 in January 2007. Pending sales increased 42 percent from 128 to 182.
• Overall home sales in the $500,000 - $1million category saw a slight decrease with 50 in January compared to 60 for the same month last year. Pending sales dropped from 92 in January 2007 to 65 this year.
• The overall median sales price decreased 7.3 percent year-to-date.

Tom Bringardner, president of Premier Properties, acknowledges that reduced pricing in the low end of the market has spurred sales in that segment. "This has helped to absorb some of the excess inventory and will assist in returning the market to normal conditions," he said.

According to Phil Wood, president of John R. Wood Realtors, a seven percent reduction is far less than national media stories would lead one to believe. "The perception is that home prices in Naples have decreased 30 to 40 percent and this is not the case," explained Wood. "The fact is that Naples area properties continue to retain their value, even in the down market of the last two years."

 Hello Naples Buyers....  Tell me what are  YOU  currently looking for?  How can I help?  Excellent deals come across my desk via my email everyday, call me and tell me what you are looking for... Condo sales are up, there are high rises along Gulf Shore Blvd, N - quick walk to Venetian Village, some are waiting for the finishing touch like the John R. Wood at ARIA - an amazing building.  Have a pet don't worry I can help place you in the perfect winter residence.  Visit www.floridahmz.com for more information, contact me I am happy to help. 

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