If you have ever followed the news on Sanibel and Captiva Islands, you have surely noticed a stream of stories related to nature and natural beauty. It’s not easy to describe, but it is this natural charm that drives the real estate and tourism industries on these Southwest 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
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
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
Sanibel Real Estate: US Housing Builds & Permits Surge
Let the building commence! Market data shows that across the U.S., the number of new home builds and permits has finally come back around to reflect numbers similar to those that predate the market crash. CNBC covered the news in their online real estate section noting, Continue Reading
Sanibel Real Estate: Florida Housing Market Continues to Grow
The end of April 2015 shows steady growth for the Florida housing market. Florida Realtors recently released their latest data on the industry, which noted more new listings, higher median prices and increased sales at the end of last month. Here locally, John R. Wood Continue Reading
Residents of Captiva and Sanibel Island Enjoy an Active Lifestyle
Captiva and Sanibel Island are known widely for the natural preserves and secluded residential real estate. Because of this, the area serves as a beautiful habitat for wildlife as well as a spectacular setting for recreational sports and outdoors activity. Tarpon fishing is Continue Reading
Baby boomer housing a hot market over next decade – Sanibel Real Estate
NEW YORK– March 2, 2015 – Sixty-five percent of retirees say they're living in the best homes of their lives, according to a new Merrill Lynch study conducted in partnership with Age Wave. But many retirees – free from work and family restrictions – will choose to move. The Continue Reading
