The Florida real estate market and Florida cities have received a positive review for the 2015 real estate season. Through regional, national, and international investments, areas such as the Sanibel and Fort Myers real estate market have regained momentum as a real estate Continue Reading
Southwest Florida History Recognized
While many developments in Southwest Florida have entered the market in the past 50 years, the state of Florida continues to recognize the history of the region with the addition of historical markers and historic districts. Most recently, two historical markers were added Continue Reading
Florida Voted Most Desirable State to Live
Americans have voted Florida as the most desirable state to live in the nation. Sunshine and water-front property seemed to be the top priorities of voters as other warm-weather states completed most of the list. Florida, the official Sunshine State, once again moved to the Continue Reading
Growth on Sanibel with Condo Renovations
Over 90 Sanibel condominium board members and managers met last month to hear about the findings from the Highland Report: a study of the positive outcome of renovation for condominium rental and unit sales. According to an article in the Island Sun, "The goal of the study Continue Reading
Sanibel Island Real Estate: Birding and Art celebrated at “Ding” Darling
One of the best aspects of moving into the Sanibel Island Real Estate market is the proximity to incredible natural resources such as the J. N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge. Another incredible local resource is the Sanibel Captiva Community Bank. That's why local Continue Reading
A week in review: Post July 4
Investing in the Captiva and Sanibel real estate market is an investment in the simple luxury of everyday life in the sun as well as annual events and activities that keep friends and families coming back. Here is a brief summary of a few activities from the past week: USA Continue Reading
Exploring the nearby community of Cape Coral
Buying into the Sanibel Island real estate market connects individuals to the entire region of Southwest Florida. One of these nearby communities is the incredible city of canals, Cape Coral. Just a short boat ride away from Sanibel, Cape Coral boasts the most extensive Continue Reading
Sanibel Realtors Celebrate 4th of July
From our Sanibel Island Realtors and all of us at John R Wood Properties, we hope you and your family and friends had a wonderful weekend celebrating the 4th of July. We are all truly grateful for this country we live in and the beautiful islands we get to call home! From Continue Reading
Successful United Way Campaign Good for Everyone
For those of us considering the Sanibel Island real estate market, one deciding factor may be the vitality of area philanthropy. It’s a measure of a community’s strength, economic optimism, and a sure sign that there will be positive ways to use your strengths to help the Continue Reading
Nationwide Home Selling Trends Shift in 2015
Some days it feels like the islands exist in their own world, set apart from the rest country. Still, it’s always a good idea to check national trends every once in a while for a clue as to how the climate of the Captiva and Sanibel real estate market might be Continue Reading
Forbes Features Natural Beauty of Sanibel and Captiva Islands
We all love to tell others about the charm and character of the islands, but there is a catch 22 of being a part of the Captiva and Sanibel Island real estate market: the more you tell the more people will know. It’s great for real estate, but the traffic guards will have Continue Reading
2015 Pine Island Sound Scallop Search
Sanibel and Captiva real estate owners benefit from a healthy and active water ecosystem. One very important element of this fragile ecosystem is the slowly growing population of “bay scallops” in the Pine Island Sound. According to the News-Press, “Large populations of bay Continue Reading
National Press for Captiva and Sanibel Island Fishing
There are so many good reasons to invest in Captiva and Sanibel Island real estate. Sometimes, the best reason is the one that is hardest to catch. Local fisherman Jon Black has been receiving local, regional, and national press for the estimated 552-pound grouper that he Continue Reading
Two Sanibel Island Businesses Give Back to the Community
One of the most exciting things about commercial real estate on Sanibel Island is seeing the potential benefit that every storefront can add to the community. Two businesses on Sanibel have recently been featured for the ways that they are enriching the island both through Continue Reading
Sanibel and Fort Myers Area Cuisine Featured at 2015 Expo Milano
Last night, overlooking some of the most romantic real estate in Milan, journalists and leaders were invited to taste and celebrate the unique cuisine of the Sanibel Island - Fort Myers region of southwest Florida. Under the leadership of American Chef Paul Sanguinetti, an Continue Reading
