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Naples & Ft. Myers in the News
TOP 15 RETIREMENT HOT SPOTS
Realtytrac recently ranked Naples the 2nd best retirement hot spot nationwide for real estate investment. The report took into account the percentage of population age 65 or older (44%), annual percentage increase in home prices (26.79%) as well as other factors such as average temperature (74 degrees) and annual chance of sunshine (72.88%). Ft. Myers was also ranked in the top 10 coming in 6th place.
For those planning to retire within the next 5 years, the Southwest Florida area is prime for investing in a second home. Both the Naples and Ft. Myers area posted positive capitalization rates which is an indication rentals in these areas will generate positive cash flow.
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Market Review
INVENTORY CONTINUES TO DECLINE
May inventory dropped from 6,106 units to 5,412 units, a reduction of 11% in total inventory. Average days on market continues to decrease as well, falling to 161 days compared to 191 days a year ago.
The overall median closed home price increased 16% from the 12 month period ending May 31st. The median price jumped from $190,000 to $220,000.
As the supply of homes continues to decline, home prices will continue their upward trend. Additionally, as Interest rates begin to climb buyers who've been sitting on the sidelines have an extra incentive to move forward with a home purchase so they can lock in a low rate.
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Featured Property $499,500
Lely Resort - Coach Home  6397 Legacy Cir. #2004
3 Bedrooms + Den3 Bathrooms
2,686 Sq. Ft.
Built 2011
Is this the Model? Its got its own ELEVATOR, it must be, right? Light and bright, corner unit, professionally decorated, southern rear exposure, lake view, exquisite furnishings and spotlessly clean, this has got to be the model, isn't it?! Built in 2011, but looks like it was completed yesterday, only used 6 weeks since completion. This brilliant second floor coach home comes with custom window treatments, textured faux paint in kitchen, crown molding, granite counters, stainless appliances, upgraded fixtures, glass shower in the master, huge guest suite, tiled lanai, walk in closets, soaring ceilings, tile on the diagonal, laundry room and more. This one you really need to see, pictures and words do not do it justice!
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Foreclosure Update
Even though Florida has jumped to No. 1 from the second spot on the list of states with the highest foreclosure activity, according to the latest data from RealtyTrac, Collier and Lee counties continue to improve.
Those who live in the Naples/Marco Island area, which encompasses all of Collier County, are doing better than those in the Cape Coral/Fort Myers area, which includes all of Lee County. And both are in better shape than Miami, Jacksonville and Tampa, which top the list.
One out of every 392 homes in Lee County had a foreclosure filing, which ranks it as No. 22 out of Florida's 67 counties. At No. 31 on the list, Collier County was in the middle of the pack: one out of every 510 homes is in some stage of foreclosure.
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Featured Property $125,000
Cypress Woods - Condo
2690 Cypress Trace Cir. 3225
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
1,194 Sq. Ft.
Built 2003
Relaxing on your second floor screened lanai with western golf course views, you watch a 15 foot putt drop and realize, its good to be in Naples! This two bedroom two bathroom condo has been meticulously maintained, is light and bright, spotlessly clean and is being offered Fully Furnished! Located in North Naples and home to the 6,344 yard par 72 Gordon Lewis designed course you'll find Cypress Woods to be one of the most cost effective bundled communities in town. Cypress Woods has recently renovated its club house where you'll find the new pro shop, fine dining, grill room, fitness center, two pools, one of which for lap swimming, driving range, tennis courts, bocci ball, and walking/jogging paths, an impressive package considering the cost! Later model construction, gated community and convenient location make Cypress Woods one to keep on your radar! View Virtual Tour
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About John R. Wood Realtors
John R. Wood Realtors is a locally-owned and operated real estate firm that has called Southwest Florida home since 1958. Today, as the oldest real estate firm in Southwest Florida, we pride ourselves on our long-standing reputation for exceptional service and unwavering ethics. 
Call me today for more information about homes in Southwest Florida.
Matthew Klinowski
John R. Wood Realtors
239-370-0892
Matt@NaplesGolfGuy.com
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MARKET OVERVIEW
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GOLF TIP
Avoid the sand wedge on thin lies around the green.
Many golfers reach for their sand wedge when they need to chip or pitch near the green. If the ball is on a thin lie where there is not much grass, or the ground is hard, use a pitching wedge or nine iron. The sand wedge has extra bounce on the sole to let the club pass through the sand without digging. On thin lies, however, the sand wedge will bounce off the ground and into the ball, causing it to race over the green. Be sure to use the correct club. View more tips
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