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Many sellers consider a pre-listing home inspection to be borrowing trouble. They imagine that "what they don't know can't hurt them." However, when a prospective buyer’s inspection turns up unpleasant surprises - surprises that could cause a confirmed sale to fall through - these same sellers reconsider their pre-listing decision. What does a home inspection include? A licensed home inspector will search your home for signs of common problems and safety hazards. They will look over the plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems for items and areas of concern. They will search for evidence of pests, water damage, or structural weaknesses. What if my home inspection reveals a problem? As a seller, you want to net as much money as possible at closing. The truth is, as a result of natural wear and tear, building and design quirks, or undisclosed damage from previous owners, every home has room for improvement. That’s ok! A pre-listing inspection makes you aware of these conc...

Homeownership is at the heart of the American Dream, but often, the first obstacle is the down payment. It can be sizable and intimidating.  If you plan to purchase a single-family home, condo, or townhouse in SW Florida, that does not need to be an obstacle for you. You have options. The  Florida Hometown Heroes Housing Program  is available to frontline community workers such as law enforcement officers, firefighters, educators, healthcare professionals, childcare employees, and active military or veterans. Eligible frontline workers can receive up to 5% of the first mortgage loan amount (maximum of $25,000) in down payment and closing cost assistance. They may also receive lower than market rates on an FHA, VA, RD, Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac first mortgage, reduced upfront fees and other assistance. The  Community Development Block Grant Program  is available to buyers of new or existing homes in unincorporated Lee County. The maximum purchase price is $380,00...

Housing markets are always shifting, but the desirability of SW Florida continues to protect home values. Still, as the market begins to stabilize, it is important to understand what you can do, should you opt to sell, to ensure your property sells quickly.  Home sale statistics for the month of March are in, and there is a lot we can learn from them. Set the right price the first time. A quality home, properly priced, attracts buyers quickly and sells for a much larger percentage of its original listing price.  A review of sales last month shows that homes sold within 30 days averaged 96.4% of their original price. After 120 days, selling prices dropped to only 84.3% of their original price. Don't wait longer only to make less. An experienced agent can help you set the right price; receiving more money in less time. Home values continue to rise. Home prices in Fort Myers continue to climb, averaging $480,250 - up from $410,000 a year ago.  I...

It often surprises people to learn that in Southwest Florida we have our own version of the “rat race.” It isn’t always easy to squeeze in time at the beach, time fishing, time sitting by the pool, and a full social calendar as well. Look at all we have to find time for in the next week… Cape Coral Cardboard Boat Regatta That’s right - cardboard! Next weekend in Seahawk Park, hundreds of people will gather to defy the laws of science and common sense by participating in the annual Cardboard Boat Regatta. Previous entries have included: pirate ships, Viking long boats, an actual yellow submarine, and a variety of creatively proportioned insects, reptiles, and alligators. A Cape Coral tradition for nearly 30 years, if you have ever uttered the phrase “let's throw it in the water and see if it floats,” this is the event for you.  Click here for more information . BBQ, Bands, & Brew Local barbecue vendors will be out in force this Sunday, bringing their A Game to determine once and...