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DISCOVER THE ENGLEWOOD AREA OF SOUTH WEST FLORIDA - A LAID-BACK PARADISE ON THE GULF OF MEXICO !!

This area of South West Florida is a well kept secret – a Gulf front community with beaches, boating, golf, walking and cycling trails, sports, dining, shopping, A-rated schools and a fabulous climate!   There is a small-town feel to the community and it attracts visitors from all over the world, many who return every year and over the years, lots of visitors have chosen to stay and make the Englewood area their home.  Life is a bit more relaxed in this part of Florida!

The Englewood area comprises a number of smaller communities – Placida, Rotonda West, Cape Haze, South Gulf Cove, East Englewood and includes the island communities of Boca Grande, Little Gasparilla and Palm Island.  All are unique.  The wide range of properties available include waterfront homes, golf course homes, starter and family homes, condominiums, duplexes, vacation and annual rentals and vacant land.  The location is ideal for visiting or commuting to the larger, more well-known communities of Venice, Sarasota, Port Charlotte and Fort Myers. 

Is now the time to Buy?

There has been a lot of negative media coverage recently about the Recession and increased foreclosures and short sales.  However, this is positive for Buyers!  Currently most prices are back at 2003 levels and interest rates are low.  For overseas buyers, even with recent exchange rate changes, the prices over here are still significantly less than the prices 'at home' and there are unprecedented levels of inventory to choose from.  

Whether it is the right time for you to buy depends on your personal situation and motivation but I am always happy to talk with people to help them understand what they need to know to make the decision.   This includes understanding total cost of ownership and ongoing costs.   I am also happy to keep people informed on Real Estate happenings on an ongoing basis to help them with their decision process.  Just let me know via the form below if you would like to know more!

Is now the right time to Sell?

Again, this depends on your personal situation.  Many people are concerned about selling in a 'down' market but if you are considering moving to a higher-valued property, this is THE best time to sell as the money saved on purchase will far outweigh any money 'lost' on a sale.  Properties are selling if they are priced right, despite the current competition.  I am always happy to do a no-obligations analysis of the current market for anyone's property to help them to decide whether to sell or not.  I can also talk through a tailored marketing plan specific to your property.

For many overseas property owners, the recent exchange rate changes work in their favor and now they can convert to their home currency.  Again, let me know if you are considering selling and I can provide a breakdown of all the possible expenses to help you understand how much money (in whatever currency) will be left in your pocket.

SHORT SALE

For many, this is a difficult time to sell if they bought the property at the market peak.  However, a short sale may be an option and I would be happy to discuss the implications and process with you.

USE THE FORM BELOW TO CONTACT ME WITH ANY REAL ESTATE QUESTIONS.  I LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU!!!