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Local Knowledge and Safety on the Waters

Local Knowledge and Safety on the Waters

Local Knowledge! Many newbie boaters here have experience on lakes and rivers – that’s great. The ICW, Caloosahatchee River and Gulf of Mexico pose a different kind of boating experience. There are many way to learn about SWFL boating. Local captains will provide...

Gulf Access Cape Coral Market Update

Gulf Access Cape Coral Market Update

Here's a look at the current Gulf Access and Sailboat Access market in Cape Coral, FL. We view the SWFL market moving in a positive direction. Inventory has been ticking up and prices leveling out, providing more options for buyers. While prices are leveling out,...

Sunseeker Resort to Open October 2023

Sunseeker Resort to Open October 2023

Sunseeker Resort is Taking Reservations for October 2023 Sunseeker is an Allegiant Airlines resort located on Charlotte Harbour in Punta Gorda, FL and is centrally located to Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Sarasota, beaches and barrier islands. All experiences offered at the...

Florida AG is Big Business

Florida AG is Big Business

Florida AG is Big Business As you consider Florida agriculture, you probably picture citrus groves or cattle grazing in open spaces. But did you know that Florida is the country’s number one source of oranges, tomatoes, watermelons, grapefruit, sugarcane, snap beans...

Scavenger Hunt!

Scavenger Hunt!

Scavenger Hunt! "Whether you live in Cape Coral or are just visiting, the Cape Coral Quest scavenger hunt is a great way to explore the city and win awesome prizes. Enjoy exploring and learning as you visit local businesses, parks, and fun landmarks.Earn points as you...

Southwest Florida International Airport #1

Southwest Florida International Airport #1

The experts at Travel Lens, an online travel publication, looked at the 50 busiest airports in the U.S. and ranked them based on several factors, including wait times, passenger satisfaction levels, and Google review ratings. Travel Lens used data from FAA, J.D....

Spring Training is Here in SWFL

Spring Training is Here in SWFL

Happy March! Spring has sprung here in Southwest Florida and the telling sign is Boston Red Sox and Twins spring training. From the Cape Coral Breeze: "February in Florida and Lee County has long been the true start of spring for baseball fans from across the nation...

Forbes Ranks Cape Coral #4

Forbes Ranks Cape Coral #4

Forbes Ranks Cape Coral #4 In the past few years, working households have been flocking to Florida for promising career opportunities, a relatively low cost of living and no state income tax. Forbes has ranked Cape Coral as the #4 Best Places to Live in Florida for...

Gulf Access Market Listings

Gulf Access Market Listings

Here is an update of Gulf Access Homes on the market today. There are many options! For those looking for a project house, there are certainly options. Some have no storm damage, some have damage and are remediated (ready for rehab), and some are most likely tear...

What Are Canal Speed Limits?

What Are Canal Speed Limits?

What’s the Speed Limit in Canals? Put simply, most people describe it as the slowest speed possible while maintaining control of the vessel. There is no universal figure that applies, for good reason. Here’s the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission definition: “Slow...

Real Estate Market Stats vs. Comps: What’s the Difference?

Real Estate Market Stats vs. Comps: What’s the Difference?

Southwest Florida Real Estate StatsHow do comps compare to market statistics, and more importantly, when should you look to one over another?• COMPS: This stat helps consumers who have already decided to buy something evaluate the different options on the market;...

Southwest FL Island Hopper Songwriter Fest

Southwest FL Island Hopper Songwriter Fest

Island Hopper Songwriter FestIsland Hopper Songwriter Fest is a 10-day music festival in Southwest Florida featuring performances by the greatest singer-songwriters from areas such as Nashville and also nationwide.The festival is broken up into three locations with...

Sanibel and Captiva Voted Best Islands

Sanibel and Captiva Voted Best Islands

Captiva and Sanibel Top Picks Southwest Florida’s Sanibel and Captiva Islands voted as being in the top 15 islands in the United States by Travel+Leisure readers. Captiva is #12 and Sanibel is #13. “Located on the Gulf Coast, this island is known for its low-key vibe...

Fort Myers Boat Show 2022

Fort Myers Boat Show 2022

Fort Myers Boat ShowThe 50th Annual Fort Myers Boat Show once again takes over the historic downtown riverfront, November 10-13, 2022. This is the largest display of boats, boating products, and services on Florida’s west coast, featuring over 600 boats on land and in...

Real Estate Market Stats for Cape Coral FL

Real Estate Market Stats for Cape Coral FL

Months Supply of Single Family Homes in Cape Coral Florida   Days on Market for Single Family Homes in Cape Coral Florida Median Sales Price of Cape Coral Single Family Homes Price per Square Foot for Single Family Homes in Cape Coral Florida Percent of Closed...

Southwest Florida Real Estate Purchase Process Overview

Southwest Florida Real Estate Purchase Process Overview

Overview The purchase process is most often very straight forward and this is a summary of the key elements. The timeframe from the day of the offer to the day of closing is 21-45 days but can be quicker or longer depending on your and the sellers' circumstances.Many...

Cape Coral – Fort Myers Waterfront Tours and Taxis

Cape Coral – Fort Myers Waterfront Tours and Taxis

Canal Cruises and Water Taxis Don't Have a Boat? No Worries! Here is a sampling of captains offering waterfront tours and transportation. Afterall, to really immerse yourself in Southwest Florida, you need see it from the water! Most of the tour operators offer a...

Don’t Pay Scammers for a Copy of Your Deed

Don’t Pay Scammers for a Copy of Your Deed

Letters are popping up in mailboxes of new homebuyers from a company charging $89 to send a copy of their property deed. This is a scam. There is no cost to view and print/save a copy of your deed online and it’s only just a few dollars to request a certified hardcopy...

Hometown Heroes Program in Florida

Hometown Heroes Program in Florida

CAPE CORAL, Fla. — Governor Ron DeSantis announced the June 1 launch of the Florida Hometown Heroes Housing Program to help Floridians in over 50 critical professions purchase their first home. The Hometown Heroes Housing Program will be available to Floridians...

Cape Coral New Construction Market Updates

Cape Coral New Construction Market Updates

Many people are building new Cape Coral homes in order to get the latest in construction quality and building codes, design features, interior upgrades, and home technology.

Lee County Property Fraud Alerts

Lee County Property Fraud Alerts

Lee County Clerk of Court offers property owners a free service to alert themselves of potential property fraud.  According to the FBI, property and mortgage fraud is one of the fastest growing white-collar crimes. Scammers file fraudulent deeds, making it appear as...

Burrowing Owl Nesting Season – Can you Build?

Burrowing Owl Nesting Season – Can you Build?

It is a myth that you can’t build on a lot with burrowing owls. Burrowing Owl nesting season started February 15th and continues to July 10th. The “buffering” protection zone around the burrows goes from 10 feet to 33 feet.Builders need to extend the buffer to the...

Getting Ready to Sell? Here are a Few Quick Tips

Getting Ready to Sell? Here are a Few Quick Tips

Whether it's a quick fix or a weekend project, here are nine things to tackle before selling:Wash windows and glass doorsGive the entire home a deep clean, inside and out. Declutter, declutter!Hide or store pet toys; make sure pet beds and crates are cleanIt's always...

Yacht Club Cape Coral Updates

Yacht Club Cape Coral Updates

The Cape Coral Yacht Club is a popular area for boaters. Most Yacht Club homes for sale are direct access, also referred to as Sailboat Access homes (no fixed bridges). There are yet some vintage bungalow style homes in the Yacht Club for sale, along with luxury...

New Direct Flights to Michigan and North Carolina

New Direct Flights to Michigan and North Carolina

Hey Michigan and North Carolina!RSW has announced that Avelo Airlines will inaugurate nonstop service between Fort Myers and Kalamazoo (AZO) and Lansing, Michigan (LAN) and Raleigh/Durham, North Carolina (RDU) this November. This will be the first time RSW will have...

MLS Portal Video Tour

MLS Portal Video Tour

As a first step in working with you to find your dream home, we set up a private listing portal with hand-picked listings for you to browse using your criteria and wish list as a guideline. In the portal, we will have an online dialogue of properties,...

What Does Turnkey Mean?

What Does Turnkey Mean?

What Does Turnkey Furnished Mean for a Home Being Offered For Sale?When a home is being offered turnkey, it means that everything is included in the sale (everything “conveys”). And by everything, it typically means everything down to the silverware and a corkscrew....

Southwest Florida Waterways

Southwest Florida Waterways

Lee County Waterways ToolDid you know there is a Southwest Florida Waterways tool? While it's not meant to be a navigational aid for boaters, it is a good overview of some of the basics such as marinas, boat ramps, reefs, and shipwrecks. For example, the waterway...

Forbes: Downtown Fort Myers is a Perfect Weekend Getaway

Forbes: Downtown Fort Myers is a Perfect Weekend Getaway

Forbes Magazine: Downtown Fort Myers, FL Recently, Forbes posted this excellent piece on downtown Fort Myers. "A historic community once frequented by Thomas Edison, Fort Myers is the ideal destination for a relaxing weekend getaway. While nearby Sanibel and Fort...

Just Listed Cape Coral Gulf Access Homes

Just Listed Cape Coral Gulf Access Homes

Cape Coral Gulf Access Homes - New to the MarketCurious about the Gulf Access housing market in Cape Coral? We did some work for you and assembled a snapshot of waterfront homes in Cape Coral that came on the market in the last 14 days. Home to many boat enthusiasts,...

Rehabilitation Hospital Coming to Cape Coral

Encompass Health Rehabilitation, a national health care firm, has acquired a 7.31-acre site in Cape Coral for $4.08 million. Birmingham, Ala.-based Encompass Health plans to build a freestanding, 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital on the site, to be named...

Yacht Club Upgrade Plans Move Forward

Yacht Club Upgrade Plans Move Forward

Cape Coral Yacht Club Community Park to Get Major Upgrade Plans for a $36.5 million upgrade to the Yacht Club park moved forward Monday when Cape Coral City Council approved a modified concept plan and agreed to hire a consulting firm to finalize the proposal. Yacht...

Boating Destinations in Southwest Florida

Boating Destinations in Southwest Florida

Discover Boating Options in Southwest Florida One of the reasons Southwest Florida is so popular for boaters is that there are endless destinations for day cruising, anchoring, or overnights at marinas. And of course, the aqua blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico, the...