For your convenience here is an archive of our articles which contain advice for both homebuyers and sellers. Topics are constantly being added to our website. Here are a few to get you started:
Advice for Homebuyers
10 Questions to Ask before Getting a Mortgage
Top Concerns of Homebuyers in Florida Today
Top 5 Benefits of Having a Realtor
Important Dates to Remember when Under Contract to Buy a Home
- Steps to Take to Successfully Close a Contract in FloridaCongratulations, you’re now officially under contract! This is an exciting time, but remember that we still have work to have a good contract closing. … Read more
- 🚨New Listing: 17388 Corsini Drive, Fort Myers FL 🚨New listing: 17388 Corsini Drive is a luxury Pulte-built villa residence located inside Esplanade Lake Club’s lakeside community. Taylor Morrison’s spectacular resort-lifestyle lakeside neighborhood offers … Read more
- Top Women in Real Estate AwardA week ago, I attended the second annual “Inspired” event held at Sanibel Island Marriott Resort and received a Top Women in Real Estate … Read more
- August 2023 Real Estate Market Report for Southwest FloridaDiscover the latest trends and insights in the Southwest Florida real estate market with our comprehensive August market report. Gain valuable information on property … Read more
- Should I Stay or Should I Evacuate My Florida HomeMaking the decision of whether to evacuate or stay in your house or current location is one of the most crucial ones to make … Read more
- Real Estate Market for Southwest Florida in Fall 2023Today, Yvonne and I will demystify the current and future Southwest Florida real estate market, a common inquiry from people when they meet a … Read more
- 4-Point Inspections: Should I Get One?Florida homeowners insurance policies may demand 4-point inspections, particularly for older homes or properties with certain risk factors. Coverage A 4-point inspection in Florida … Read more
- Should I Stay or Should I Go: Hurricane Damaged Florida HomeIf a hurricane has damaged your home, then you might have a lot of questions about whether you should restore, rebuild, or sell it … Read more
- How Should You Handle Multiple Offers on a Property?If you have to ask the question, how do I handle multiple offers? Well, it really depends. And every situation is different. But multiple … Read more
- What to Expect When You’re Inspecting a Florida Home?You do home inspections to make sure that you understand what you’re buying. Your real estate agent cannot pick your inspector for you. It’s … Read more
- How Home Prices Double in Just 2 Years on Florida Real Estate?There are a lot of people asking how home prices doubled in just 2 years. To begin with, there are many factors that contribute … Read more
- Are Foreclosures Coming Back in the US Real Estate Market?Recently, foreclosures have been a hot topic in the real estate market. ATTOM discovered a substantial increase in nationwide foreclosure rates in May of … Read more
- Unpopular Opinion About Insurance In FloridaI have some bad news and an unpopular opinion about what’s happening with Insurance, companies going out of business, and everything to do with … Read more
- Florida Housing Market PredictionsMaking predictions on Florida’s housing market can be quite difficult. The current market trend can be attributed to factors like immigration, employment, government regulations, … Read more
- The Current State of the Southwest Florida Real Estate MarketFlorida real estate isn’t the easiest market to buy or sell in right now. Due to so many changes such as insurance reform and … Read more
- 🚨 New Listing: 15706 Caloosa Creek Circle, Fort Myers, FL 🚨New listing: 15706 Caloosa Creek Circle, a timeless coastal luxury that meets “Olde Florida” architecture in this 2007 Daniel Wayne Homes masterpiece. This charming … Read more
- Artificial Intelligence: The Future of Real EstateI recently attended Tom Ferry’s 20th annual Success Summit for real estate agents and the most significant focus of this Summit was artificial intelligence … Read more
- Is Your Roof Costing You Your Insurance Claims?The new legislation in Florida for roof insurance claims has affected how homeowners can make sure their roofs are covered. If you have a … Read more
- What Is Going to Happen with the US Real Estate Market?Let’s think about the future of the real estate market in the US for a moment. Everyone is thinking about it, right? Here’s my … Read more
- Are Cash Offers Really Better When Buying a Property?I encounter fascinating questions every day, and this recent one was no exception – Do cash offers have more negotiating power when purchasing a … Read more
- Client Testimonial: Tim and Gayle (Interview at the Closing Table)Client Testimonial – Sellers Tim and Gayle explain why they chose me to help them sell their home. The result? 75 showings, 38 offers, … Read more
- The Art of Staging Your PropertyIf the word “staging” conjures up the idea that you’re putting on a show for prospective property buyers, you’re on the right track. In … Read more
- Florida Home Maintenance GuideLike any regular car check-up guide, a home maintenance guide to check and follow is important for your home’s welfare. Continual checking on your … Read more
- #2 Team Award for July 2023 in Fort Myers#2 Team in Fort Myers Top Agent Team Florida has received the July 2023 Top Producer Award as the #2 Team in the Island Palm … Read more
- Don’t Cancel your NFIP Policy if Selling your HomeSelling your house may be a thrilling but difficult process. Among the many decisions you need to make, one that often comes up is … Read more
- Immokalee FoundationI’m thrilled to announce that I’ve been actively collaborating with the Immokalee Foundation for a couple of years now! My involvement with the foundation … Read more
- Client Testimonial: Exceeding ExpectationsClient Testimonial – Hear what this condo seller had to say about real estate agent Stacey Glenn when she successfully sold his condo in … Read more
- Change of Address ChecklistPacking and unpacking are only two parts of the changing of address/moving process. While relocating to a new address is a super exciting activity, … Read more
- 🚨 Back on the Market: 7305 Pebble Beach Rd, Fort Myers, FL 🚨Back on the market with a freshly-built roof coming this month, our 7305 Pebble Beach Rd., Fort Myers, Florida property is up for grabs! … Read more
- 🚨 New Listing: 685 Squire Circle Apt 203, Naples FL 🚨Unit 203 at 685 Squire Circle, a cozy end-unit condo in the lovely Berkshire Lakes community is now available in the market! This 2 … Read more
- Vacant Land Investments: Turning Potential into ProfitBuying undeveloped/vacant land real estate presents a special chance to influence a property’s future and possibly earn a sizable profit. Knowing the nuances of … Read more
- Exploring Residential Real Estate OptionsAre you prepared to start the thrilling search for your ideal home? In this article, I will walk you through the crucial steps of … Read more
- July 2023 Real Estate Market Report for Southwest FloridaDiscover the latest trends and insights in the Southwest Florida real estate market with our comprehensive July market report. Gain valuable information on property … Read more
- Keeping Alva Rural: Alva StrongAlva Strong is a brand new, not-to-profit organization aiming to protect and preserve rural living in the Alva, Florida area. Organization’s Goal To protect … Read more
- Home Maintenance 101: How to Keep Your Home in Top ShapeAlthough owning a home is a tremendous accomplishment, it also carries obligations such as home maintenance. Keeping up with home maintenance is essential if … Read more
- Top 3 – First Half 2023 Top Producer#3 Team Regionwide Top Agent Team Florida has received the First Half 2023 Top Producer Award as the #3 Team in the Island Palm Region … Read more
- Reneé Storms joins John R. Wood PropertiesPlease join us in welcoming Reneé Storms to Top Agent Team Florida! We are excited to announce the new addition to our team and … Read more
- #1 Team Award for June 2023 in Fort Myers#1 Team in Fort Myers Top Agent Team Florida has received the June 2023 Top Producer Award as the #1 Team in the Island Palm … Read more
- Moving? Top 10 Things to Consider about Your New NeighborhoodWhen it comes to purchasing a new home, the neighborhood is just as important as the house itself. There are several factors to consider … Read more
- Buying a Fixer-UpperToday’s housing market is challenging for buyers to navigate. 57% of home buyers would make the sacrifice of buying a fixer-upper to stick to … Read more
- 10 Questions to Ask Before Getting a MortgageIf you’re in the process of purchasing a new home, one of the first steps you’ll need to take is securing a mortgage. Choosing … Read more
- What’s the Best Mortgage Type?If you’re in the process of purchasing a new home, one of the first decisions you’ll need to make is choosing the right type … Read more
- 10 Crucial Steps Before Buying a HouseAre you considering buying a new house? Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or an experienced buyer, it’s important to take the time to prepare … Read more
- Handy Tax Benefits as a HomeownerAs a homeowner, you have access to several tax benefits that can help to reduce your tax liability and save you money. List of … Read more
- Homebuyers’ Top Concerns in Finding a HomeIt can be tough finding a home. This especially holds true in today’s tight housing market where inventory is scarce. As a homebuyer, you … Read more
- Can I Sell my House for More than the Appraised Value?A home appraisal is the best way to estimate your property’s fair market value based on the location, condition, and recent sales of similar … Read more
- The Hidden Cost of Overpricing your HomeOne of the toughest things about selling your home is setting the right asking price. It’s important to find the correct balance. Otherwise, overpricing … Read more
- Bridge LoansEver wanted to move out to a new home before selling your current one? A bridge loan may be the best solution. A bridge … Read more
- Avoid these Mistakes when Selling: Life will be EasierThroughout my career I’ve noticed that there are a few mistakes that sellers often make. Here’s a list of things to avoid when selling: … Read more
- 9 Home Upgrades Buyers Want to Pay Top Dollar ForAs a real estate agent, I’m here to help you understand which features/home upgrades buyers are currently looking for in a new home. Here … Read more
- 🚨 New Listing 🚨 7835 7th Place, Labelle, FLCustom Built in 2022, this Fortson Home is the builder’s own personal masterpiece. Located at 7835 7th Pl, Labelle, FL 33935, you’ll be amazed … Read more
- 🚨 New Listing 🚨 12271 McGregor Boulevard🚨 New Listing Alert!! 🚨 Have you ever watched content creators on Youtube and Tiktok building their own luxury houses with matching amenities from … Read more
- Top 5 Benefits of Having a RealtorHave you ever found yourself wondering if you should consult a real estate agent when buying or selling your homes – or just do … Read more
- Underpricing Strategy: Listing Below Market ValueOne pricing strategy which is often overlooked is underpricing. Let’s explore this in detail to see if it makes sense as a pricing strategy … Read more
- America’s Best Award – Top TeamsTop Agent Florida has been recognized among the Top 1.5% of more than 1.6 million licensed Realtors® nationwide this year on RealTrends America’s Best … Read more
- June 2023 Market Report for Southwest FloridaDiscover the latest trends and insights in the Southwest Florida real estate market with our comprehensive June market report. Gain valuable information on property … Read more
- Cape Coral: One of the Best Places to Live in Florida TodayWhen it comes to finding the best places to live, there are several factors to consider. From affordable housing market to thriving economy and … Read more
- Alva Florida – featured on SoWeFloThis is why the people of vision who wrote the Lee Plan in 1989 decided this town should remain a sanctuary. “Alva” as written … Read more
- Client Success Story: How I Sold a Hurricane Damaged Condo in Naples during the PandemicOur clients Randi and Tom share their struggles – selling hurricane damaged condo in Naples after Hurricane Irma and how we were able to … Read more
- #1 Real Estate Company#1 in Sales Volume With over $10 Billion in written sales over the past two years, John R. Wood Properties has emerged as the … Read more
- 2023 Real Estate Market PredictionsWhat will happen to real estate in 2023? Real Estate Market Predictions 1. 1/3 of all real estate agents will go out of business … Read more
- How much is my home worth after Hurricane Ian?I created a free tool that helps homeowners process all the variables at play in their decision on how to handle their hurricane-damaged homes.
- John R. Wood Joins Christie’sJohn R. Wood Properties Joins The Christie’s International Real Estate Network John R. Wood Properties, the largest real estate brokerage firm here in Southwest … Read more
- Our Partnership with Christie’s International Real EstateBelow is the official press release from Christie’s, the morning after our partnership was announced at the Ritz Carlton Beach Resort in Naples, Florida. … Read more
- Florida Home Maintenance Guide
- Pending Seller Important DatesCongratulations! You’re officially under contract! Woo Hoo! Here’s some good reminders and things we need to do to get to closing successfully… Don’t worry, … Read more
- Pending Buyer Important DatesCongratulations! You’re officially under contract! Woo Hoo! Here’s some good reminders and things we need to do to get to closing successfully… Don’t worry, … Read more
- Important Phone Numbers in Lee CountyPOWER COMPANIES: Florida Power & Light – (800) 226-3545 10650 Palm Beach Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33905 Lee County Electric Cooperative (LCEC) – (239) 656-2300 … Read more
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- FastExpert Top Agent AwardBased on performance in 2021, Stacey Glenn was named a FastExpert Top Real Estate Agent for 2022 in Fort Myers, Alva and Estero. – … Read more
- Dave Ramsey ELPI was a RamseyTrusted Pro, from 2021-2022. SHARED VALUES I fully believe in the Ramsey mission and teachings. SERVICE YOU DESERVE I value serving … Read more
- BeachesFort Myers Beach Fort Myers Beach sits on Estero Island, a seven-mile coastline. It’s Gulf-sided shores are lined with family friendly resorts, a fishing pier, … Read more
- Historical SitesEdison and Ford Winter Estates Visitors to the Edison and Ford Winter Estates in Fort Myers will enjoy seeing the winter residences of famous … Read more
- ShoppingShop ’til You Drop: Southwest Florida Gulf Coast Town Center Home to more than 100 stores, restaurants and entertainment options– Home to more than 100 … Read more
- PhilanthropyInspiring People: Philanthropy in Southwest Florida What is Philanthropy? According to the Merriam Webster Dictionary, philanthropy is defined as “goodwill to fellow members of … Read more
- School ChoiceChoosing A School For Your Child In SWFL As a parent, selecting a school for your child is one of the most important decisions … Read more
- HurricanesFlorida Summertime = Hurricanes (sometimes) Southwest Florida is a tropical paradise and a beautiful place to live. Florida is known as the “Sunshine State” … Read more
- Local Events in Southwest FloridaAnnual festivals, special concerts, parades, fairs, art shows, food and wine tastings, theater, holiday celebrations… you name it, Southwest Florida has it. There are … Read more
- Should you Join a Real Estate Team?When it comes to real estate representation, you must choose whether to work independently or as part of a team. The real estate business … Read more
- Unique Places To Visit in Southwest FloridaWicked Dolphin Distillery Wicked Dolphin invites you to take their free hour-long tour through their distillery. A tasting is included in the tour. Reservations … Read more