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As required by the recent National Association of Realtors' (NAR) settlement agreement, starting August 17, all real estate agents will be required to have their buyers execute an Exclusive Buyer Brokerage Agreement before touring homes. This is a nationwide requirement for every real estate agent. Why this change? The Exclusive Buyer Brokerage Agreement has been crafted to promote quality service and commitment; creating a professional environment for buyers and agents to work together efficiently and effectively. My CENTURY 21 Selling Paradise office is, once again, ahead of the curve. Our office has required the Exclusive Buyer Broker Agreement beginning in June of this year. My buyers are comfortable and familiar with the process. It's straightforward. As a full-time, award-winning real estate professional in SW Florida, I continue to serve my clients offering complete transparency and clear communication throughout the home buying and/or home selling process. I...

Retirement is a time for relaxation, adventure, and enjoying the things you love. As you imagine this exciting new chapter in your life, it's important to think about whether your current home still fits your needs. If it's too big, too costly, or just not convenient anymore, downsizing might help you make the most of your retirement years. To find out if a smaller, more manageable home might be the perfect fit for your new lifestyle, ask yourself these questions: Do the original reasons I bought my current house still stand, or have my needs changed since then? Do I really need and want the space I have right now, or could somewhere smaller be a better fit? What are my housing expenses right now, and how much do I want to try to save by downsizing? If you answered yes to any of these, consider the benefits that come with downsizing. The Benefits of Moving into a Smaller Home There are many reasons why you should downsize. Here are just a few from Bankrate : F...

Where is the Best Place To Live In SW Florida? Cape Coral, of course! You don't have to take my word for it -  Forbes Magazine has named the Cape #4 in their Best Places to Live in Florida in 2024 : Florida has been a long-time favorite destination for retirees. But in the past few years, working households have been flocking to the state for promising career opportunities, a relatively low cost of living, and no state income tax. Not to mention the mild winters and approximate 825 miles of beaches along the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico that sprawl across the peninsula and panhandle... ...Cape Coral - part of the Fort Myers metro area - is popular as it’s situated on the Gulf and has a low crime rate. Locals enjoy exploring the freshwater lakes and canals, and lounging on a sandy saltwater beach. Biotech, marine, and medical are target industries for Cape Coral. Several corporations also operate call centers and back-office operations from the region. And the hous...

May you find the time this Independence Day to kick off your shoes, grab a sparkler or three, and run giggling around your backyard until someone hands you a cupcake.