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Jim Artale, Broker Associate Joins John R. Wood Island Real Estate

Jim Artale comes from a strong background in management, marketing and real estate. His skills in negotiating contracts, market analysis and finding the deals, have been developed from years of experience at the corporate level, directing acquisitions and leases of all types of commercial, industrial and residential properties. After receiving his Brokers license in 1987, he immediately succeeded in being selected in the elite group of the nations top performers where he remains today. He is highly recognized for his work ethics, honesty and satisfied customers which all lead to client referrals, the main stay of his business. Jim and his wife Alice have lived in S.W. Florida since 1985, moving from the northeast. Both enjoy living in paradise, spending many hours with their four grandchildren. Write to Jim at his e-mail address JimArtale@gmail.com or reach him by telephone at 239-209-1665

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If you’re thinking about selling your home in Southwest  Florida there are some good reasons to do it!

Only Serious Buyers Are Out.  Our winter visitors are coming back to town as evidenced by the increasing traffic and various license plates!  And, we are steadfastly approaching the holidays! This time of year, only those purchasers who are serious about buying a home will be in the marketplace.   Those only wishing to “look” are too busy to do so – they are at the mall or online doing their holiday shopping!

There Is Far Less Competition

Inventory has been steadily decreasing for some time now.  Listing your home now as opposed to waiting until January may be a better strategy as inventory could decrease by then. Less inventory could mean multiple offers, giving you leverage. Why wait when you can have that leverage now?

The Process May Be Quicker

One of the biggest challenges of the 2012 housing market has been the length of time it takes from contract to closing. Banks have been inundated with both purchase and refinancing loan requests. Both of these could likely slow in the winter months, cutting timelines and the frustration these delays cause both buyers and sellers.

There Will Never Be a Better Time to Move-Up

If you are moving up to a larger, more expensive home, consider doing it now.  Some economists believe that overall prices may appreciate by over 15% from now to 2016.  If you are moving to a higher priced home, it will wind-up costing you more in raw dollars (both in down payment and mortgage payment) if you wait. You can also lock-in your 30 year housing expense with historically low interest rates right now. There is no guarantee rates will remain at these levels in years to come.