If you need assistance, please call 239-471-4740

RealtyQuest Blog

Thursday, November 30, 2023   /   by Madison Tracy

Embracing the Winter Charm: A Guide to Real Estate in Naples, Florida

As winter blankets much of the country in layers of snow and ice, Naples, Florida, emerges as an inviting haven for those seeking warmth, sunshine, and a vibrant real estate market. In this blog post, we'll explore why Naples shines in the winter months and how this picturesque coastal city becomes a hotspot for real estate activity.







Sunshine State Serenity:




Naples, nestled on the Gulf of Mexico, boasts a mild and pleasant winter climate. The sunshine state truly lives up to its name during the winter months, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to the low 80s Fahrenheit. This comfortable climate attracts snowbirds and vacationers seeking refuge from colder regions, creating a surge in real estate interest.





Winter Home Market Trends:




The winter season witnesses a notable uptick in real estate activity in Naples. Potential buyers, drawn to the area's beauty and warmth, explore a diverse range of properties, from cozy beachfr ...

  tips, buying, selling

Monday, June 13, 2022   /   by Suzanne McGuire

Real Estate Investing for Realtors - Why It Makes Cents!

The first rule of investing is “Invest in what you know”; well Realtors, for us that means real estate. When it comes to Real Estate, there are many ways to get your feet wet and add another spoke to your income/ business wheel.

Passive Real Estate Investment: This works almost like a 401k or other investment vehicle. You invest your funds with other investors in a project or real estate business. The one I’ve seen really working is storage units. Perhaps you can afford to buy and manage your very own storage park. More likely you’d have a few thousand to invest in a project. These investments pay returns the way a stock would, without the risk and volatility of playing the stock market. CROWDSTREET has great information on how to grow this side of your investment portfolio.

Purchasing Distressed Properties: We’ve all seen a property, that with some care and attention (read money), would be great investments. In this market they are becoming harder; ...

Monday, May 16, 2022   /   by Suzanne McGuire

Top 6 Ways To Select Your Real Estate Professional

Arguably, the most important step in your homebuying or home-selling journey is finding the right Real Estate Agent. According to the National Association of Realtors, 87% of buyers recently purchased their home through a real estate agent or broker, as everyone should. Real Estate agents are there to guide you and simplify your homebuying or home-selling process; they have access to knowledge and resources that you will not be able to find anywhere else. However, finding the right agent for you might be challenging.
 
Here are 6 steps to ensure you choose the right Real Estate Agent.
 
1.     Do Your Research In Advance
Many of you will start your home buying or selling journey online. According to the National Association of Realtors, 41% of home buyers start their journey online. You’ll use marketing platform websites to view properties and start looking at homes. These marketing platforms will offer to connect you to an a ...

  tips, buying, selling, trends, home shopping, what's hot

Thursday, April 7, 2022   /   by Suzanne McGuire

Why Quarter 2 Is The Best Time To Sell In Southwest Florida

Year over year the data from both Florida Realtors and our local MLS shows more homes are sold in Q2 than any other time of the year. 
 
January 2019 - March 2019: 3,962 single family homes sold.
April 2019 - June 2019: 5,802 single family homes sold.
 
That’s a difference of 1,840 homes.
 
January 2021 - March 2021: 6,443 single family homes sold.
April 2021 - June 2021: 7,835 single family homes sold.
 
That’s a difference of 1,392 homes.
 
Historically speaking, this was due to the increased number of closings from people who moved forward with a purchase decision after being here during season. The common thinking is “list during season when people are here”. At the same time, many of these properties are rented and hard to show.
Listing in Q2 means the buyers that are here are ready to decide and get a deal done.
 How will this translate with the supercharged market we’re in now?
 
More list; ...

Monday, March 14, 2022   /   by Suzanne McGuire

What’s HOT and What’s NOT - Design Trends in 2022

As we say goodbye to 2021 and embrace 2022, let’s start by saying goodbye to some old favorites; it was a blast barn door. Bye-bye brass. It’s been a slice shiplap. It's been great grey kitchen cabinets.
So much of the modern farmhouse style has had its moment in the sun. That does not mean you can’t embrace your Live, Laugh, Love but perhaps in a new way.
If you are thinking of selling:
Incorporate a few “of the moment” trends into the plan and keep them removable. Do not invest in bold wallpaper. Instead, think in terms of curtains, wall hangings, pillows, and throws. Layer in your style. The home will be “on trend” but ultimately, you want a potential buyer to picture themselves in your home and how they would Live, Laugh and Love.
If your home is outdated:
Use paint in neutrals, consider a pop of color on one focal wall. There are not enough pillows, fabrics, or styles to update a kitchen with appliances, cabinets and countertops that . ...

  tips, selling, trends, what's hot

RealtyQuest Inc
600 5th Ave. S., Suite 102
Naples, FL 34102
239-471-4740


Branch Office:
23191 Fashion Drive, Suite 125
Estero, FL 33928

The source of this real property information is the copyrighted and proprietary database compilation of the Southwest Florida MLS organizations Copyright 2023. Southwest Florida MLS organizations. All rights reserved. The accuracy of this information is not warranted or guaranteed. This information should be independently verified if any person intends to engage in a transaction in reliance upon it. The property information herein is derived from various sources that may include, but not be limited to, county records and the Multiple Listing Service and it may include approximations. Although the information is believed to be accurate, it is not warranted and you should not rely upon it without personal verification.
2023 Royal Palm Coast REALTOR® Association. All rights reserved. Information has not been verified, is not guaranteed, and is subject to change. The data relating to real estate for sale on this web site comes in part from the Internet Data Exchange (IDX) of the Florida Gulf Coast Multiple Listing Service, Inc. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than Patti White - RealtyQuest Inc IDX logo and detailed information about them includes the name of the listing brokers. The information being provided is for consumers personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Last Updated: 12/6/2023 10:35 AM CST
The data relating to real estate for sale on this limited electronic display comes in part from the Southwest Florida Multiple Listing Services. Properties listed with brokerage firms other than Patti White - RealtyQuest Inc are marked with the BR Program Icon or the BR House Icon and detailed information about them includes the name of the Listing Brokers. The properties displayed may not be all the properties available through the BR Program. The source of this real property information is the copyrighted and proprietary database compilation of the participating Southwest Florida MLS organizations and is Copyright 2017 Southwest Florida MLS organizations. All rights reserved. The accuracy of this information is not warranted or guaranteed. This information should be independently verified if any person intends to engage in a transaction in reliance upon it. Some properties that appear for sale on this limited electronic display may no longer be available. For the most current information, contact Patti White - RealtyQuest Inc Data last updated 12/6/2023 10:35 AM CST.
The source of this real property information is the copyrighted and proprietary database compilation of the Southwest Florida MLS organizations Copyright 2023. Southwest Florida MLS organizations. All rights reserved. The accuracy of this information is not warranted or guaranteed. This information should be independently verified if any person intends to engage in a transaction in reliance upon it. The property information herein is derived from various sources that may include, but not be limited to, county records and the Multiple Listing Service and it may include approximations. Although the information is believed to be accurate, it is not warranted and you should not rely upon it without personal verification.
mls logo© 2023 My Florida Regional MLS DBA Stellar MLS, Inc.. All rights reserved. The data relating to real estate displayed on this website comes in part from the Internet Data Exchange (IDX) Program of My Florida Regional MLS DBA Stellar MLS, Inc. All listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be independently verified through personal inspection by appropriate professionals. Listings displayed on this website may be subject to prior sale or removal from sale; availability of any listing should always be independently verified. Listing information is provided for consumers' personal, non-commercial use, solely to identify potential properties for potential purchase; all other use is strictly prohibited and may violate relevant federal and state law.12/6/2023 10:35 AM CST
This site powered by CINC: www.cincpro.com