Cape Coral’s waterfront investment just reached a level that deserves serious attention from anyone buying, selling, or simply watching this market. Last month, the Cape Coral City Council approved $105.5 million in spending and borrowing for capital projects across the city. The two allocations that stand out most for anyone watching this market are both […]
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The Real Reason Why People Leave Florida
Why people leave Florida is a question I get asked more than you might expect, and the answer almost never has anything to do with the weather, the traffic, or the cost of living. It is not about hurricanes, insurance, or summer humidity, even though those things come up. The number one reason I hear […]
Working With Stacey Glenn, You’ll Never Feel Out of the Loop
Working with Stacey Glenn, clients quickly discover that communication is not an afterthought. It is the foundation of how every transaction runs. Having a great agent work hard behind the scenes is not enough if you are left wondering what is happening or what comes next. Feeling out of the loop is one of the […]
Could FEMA’s New Flood Maps Change Your Home’s Value?
Could FEMA’s new flood maps change your home’s value? If you own, are selling, or are thinking about buying property in Estero, San Carlos Park, Westbrook, or East Naples, the honest answer is yes. You need to understand how before the new maps take effect. FEMA is updating flood maps for both Lee and Collier […]
Florida’s 2020 Real Estate Market Vibes are Back
If you were paying attention to the Florida real estate market in the summer of 2020, you may remember what it felt like before the frenzy hit. Prices were accessible and uncertainty was real. But the buyers who moved with conviction during that window ended up on the right side of one of the most […]
Importance of Parking When Buying a Home
The importance of parking when buying a home in Florida rarely makes anyone’s top ten list when they start their search. Buyers come in with priorities around square footage, kitchen finishes, pool situation, and view. Parking is an afterthought, something people assume will work itself out. And then they move in. Within a few months, […]
Attention Lowballers, a PSA Just for You
This is a public service announcement for every lowball offer, real estate has ever seen. You know who you are. And today, this is for you. A lowball offer that comes in offensively low does something most buyers never expect, it triggers the seller. It makes them angry. And once you have done that, the […]
Why Agents Can’t Share Upcoming Listings
Why agents can’t share upcoming listings surprises most buyers. Even when an agent knows a great property is coming to market, their hands are often tied. It is a fair question and the answer is more interesting than most buyers expect. It comes down to a federal rule called Clear Cooperation. Understanding it reveals one […]
April 2026 Southwest Florida’s Real Estate Market Report
Find out with our exclusive April market report if Southwest Florida’s sizzling real estate market is right for you. Get the inside scoop on current pricing, buyer trends, and hot investment opportunities. This market report will help you navigate the dynamic market with confidence and make informed decisions. Southwest Florida Market Perspective April marked the […]
What if your Flood Insurance bill drops by $6,000 a year?
A flood insurance bill drop could be on the horizon for thousands of Southwest Florida homeowners, and it is bigger news than most people realize. Flood insurance premiums running $4,000 to $6,000 a year have been quietly crushing affordability across the region. Upcoming FEMA remapping changes are expected to remove that requirement from thousands of […]