MAY 9, 2023/BY KCM CREW Data clearly shows today’s market is very different than it was before the housing crash in 2008. Rest assured, this isn’t a repeat of what happened back then. Here’s why. Read More…

by Tim Hart – VanDyk Mortgage Some people have dubbed this the “Biden rule”, but this is really a change from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Read More…Conventional loans are the only loan program that this has happened with. First step. It is for new mortgages only. Your existing mortgage will not be affected. Here’s […]

REALTOR® Magazine Interior design experts unpack this future-minded design philosophy that centers on reducing waste. April 27, 2023 Design Trends By: Leandra Beabout The word “sustainable” is an all-encompassing idea that breaks down into many parts. It could refer to anything from a product made with environmentally-friendly materials to a lifestyle that minimizes one’s carbon footprint. […]

Find open businesses on Sanibel and Captiva, as well as island businesses opened off island. Click here to visit the wander app! April 26, 2023

News Release – For Immediate ReleaseApril 10, 2023City of Sanibel, FLContact: Natural Resources Department (239) 472-3700 April 10, 2023 In 2016, the Gopher Tortoise Council adopted April 10th as Gopher Tortoise Day in Florida in order to increase awareness and appreciation for this protected species. The gopher tortoise is considered a keystone species (a species on […]

March 29, 2023 Being a Real Estate Professional By: Melissa Dittmann Tracey For the last three months, major market indicators, including contract signings, new construction and existing-home sales, have been turning positive. In another strong indication of a housing turnaround, pending home sales rose for the third straight month in February, the National Association of REALTORS® reported Wednesday. […]

March 17, 2023 Remodeling, Design Trends By: Melissa Dittmann Tracey Demand for outdoor features has boomed since the start of the pandemic. These projects stand to earn the most at resale, according to a new survey. Many homeowners have turned their attention to enhancing their outdoor space since the pandemic began—and that may pay off at resale, […]

More than $4.5 billion in federal grants, disaster loans and flood insurance payments have been provided to the state of Florida and to households affected by Hurricane Ian. The Federal Emergency Management Agency has provided more than $647 million in housing assistance, while the Small Business Administration has given out $1.68 billion in disaster loans […]

CITIZENS GUIDELINESIn response to questions about roof coatings and sealants used with the intent to repair and/or extend a roof covering’s useful life, Citizens would like to provide the following information to assist agents with determining roof insurability under our underwriting rules. When a roof replacement is required, and a coating or sealant is used […]

Start the new year right and apply for the Florida Homestead Tax Exemption during the 2023 application period:January 1 through March 1 Lee County Online Application For more Lee County Exemption info visit:https://leepa.org/exemption/hxinfo.aspx