The Home Business Owner’s Guide to Upsizing Your Home Owning a home business can bring immense financial rewards and the freedom to set your own hours, but it also has its own demands. One important factor when starting a home business is finding the right space for your business. You may need to upsize your house in order to accommodate the needs of your business. This article will provide you with an overview of what is involved in upsizing your home for business purposes. Investigate Local Housing Prices The first step when upsizing your home is researching local housing prices so you know ..read more

There’s increased confidence in the Naples real estate market as an increase in new sellers occurred during the month. As we’ve seen in the past, new listings increased dramatically as we moved into season. New listings in January rose 74.5% compared to December 2022, and increased 3.25% to 1,338 new listings from 1,297 new listings a year ago. This data is from the January 2023 Market Report by the Naples Area Board of REALTORS® (NABOR®). NABOR tracks the Naples real estate market for home listings and sales within Collier County (excluding Marco Island). Interestingly the inventory inc ..read more

Life can throw us curve balls at times, leaving us feeling overwhelmed or shaken. For some, taking a step back and starting anew can feel like the best option. However, it’s a good idea not to tackle the process without a good plan. Whether you want to explore moving to Florida or specifically thinking of a move to Naples Florida, here are some things you’ll need to consider. Pick a Location That Has a Lot to Offer When searching for your next home base, it’s essential to consider the type of environment you want and what activities or hobbies you plan on exploring. Take time to research areas ..read more

The big question is should you buy a Naples Florida home in 2023. There are a number of factors to consider. If you wait for more homes to come on the market, for interest rates to go down or just the “right time” you may not ever buy a home. Actually, 2023 is a good year if you’re looking to buy Naples Florida real estate. Yes, mortgage rates are higher than last year but those rates were historically low and were part of a window of opportunity which may or may not ever come again. Now the rates are around 5.5-6% which, with some home prices adjusting downward while inventory increases, pote ..read more

2023 marks the first year after a two-year interruption in normal activity caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The 2023 Naples real estate market is looking stable regarding of value, but the inventory is low and prices have increased across the board. As Covid restrictions diminished in 2022, both sellers and buyers focused their attention on travel and less so much on the housing market. According to the December 2022 and 2022 Annual Market Report by the Naples Area Board of REALTORS® (NABOR®), overall closed sales in 2022 decreased 34.8 percent to 10,156 properties from 15,570 properties in 20 ..read more

Image Source: Pexels When starting a home-based small business, your main goal would surely have been for it to be successful. But, when this becomes a reality, you will be faced with the unique challenge of upsizing to adapt to the business’ growth. This is because, along with sales, your requirements for storage, suppliers, and labor will increase as well. Hence, the best option will be to invest in a bigger Naples Florida home. In this article by Naples Real Estate, we’ll explore the steps home-based entrepreneurs can take to have a smooth relocation experience. Find the Right Naples Florid ..read more

Looking for a great investment in Naples? How about a guard gated, single family home in a centrally located neighborhood that allows WEEKLY rentals? Then Briarwood in Naples Florida may be the perfect place for you. Briarwood is located off Livingston Road, just to the south of Golden Gate Parkway and north of Radio Road. There are two entrances but only residents can use the entry off Radio Road. The Naples Airport is about 1.5 miles away, and downtown Naples approximaly 3.5 miles away. The Ft. Myers airport is 25 minutes away and there’s easy access to I-75 via exits 105 or 101. What’s Bria ..read more

Life changes are always hard, and they’re even harder when they come in twos. If you’re approaching a career-related move and finding a Naples Florida home, though, this may be the situation you find yourself in. Coordinating all of the details while managing your stress level can seem like an overwhelming task, but you can handle it with grace by developing a pre-move checklist, which can help you tend to all your needs as well as your family’s needs while ensuring that you take care of your emotional health in the process. Naples Florida realtors Michael and Anna Bryant of Downing-Frye Real ..read more

Naples Florida Housing Market Deep Dive This data is brought to you courtesy of NABOR (Naples Area Board of Realtors) Despite wide speculation that home sales in October would drop dramatically in Collier County following Hurricane Ian, closed and pending sales for the month increased 23.7% and 8.7% compared to closed and pending sales reported in September. While 525 listings were either terminated, expired or withdrawn, overall inventory for the month increased 72.7 percent to 2,325 properties from 1,346 properties in October 2021. Brief overview of Naples Florida real esta ..read more

What to Expect When You’re Expecting a Home Renovation Home renovations are a great way to breathe new life into your Naples Florida home. Whether you’re updating an outdated kitchen or finally getting that dream home theater, a well-executed home renovation can add significant value to your property. But before you begin tearing down walls or shopping for new appliances, it’s important to understand the process of a home renovation. Here’s what you can expect. Working With Contractors One of the most important aspects of any home renovation in Naples Florida is finding capable, trustworth ..read more