When It Comes To Naples Real Estate, What I See Is What You Get!

The flurry of web traffic is at an all time high (at least on my Naples, Florida real estate website) but more importantly, the calls and emails are really starting to come in which is a very exciting and welcome change. I'm sure it helps that the snow is flying and the temperatures up north are dropping so I wanted to take the time to let you know what you're in for when you call and or email me with questions about Naples, Florida real estate.

First, quite a few people are asking questions that are really a matter of opinion and of course my opinion might not be the same as someone else's but I'll share it with you and give you reasons why I think the way I do and try to provide as many examples or perhaps pictures, resources etc. to help you understand why I think the way I do.

One thing is for sure. I'm not going to sugar coat anything. Don't get me wrong, I'm not going to give you a black eye either (especially you sellers out there). What I will do is give you some meaty answers to help you determine what your next plan of action is. Here's are a couple of examples:

1. I received a call yesterday from a gentleman (who rocked by the way). He gave me a brief synopsis of what he envisioned purchasing and as he spoke only 2 or 3 neighborhoods stood out. I told him about Bay Colony because I thought it would be the area he would be most happiest with and told him all the reasons why. (See when you describe what you're thinking my mind goes through all the Naples neighborhoods that might work and quickly sorts through your best options and I can typically nail a great location for you very fast.)

He seemed to be right in line with what we discussed. Then he asked about another area. I hesitated because I was searching for the appropriate words to use....when he chimed in.. now look Shannon, you have to tell me everything...it was playful but I could hear a tiny bit of seriousness in his voice when he explained that I needed to be completely honest with him. I assured him I would tell him everything but that I was looking for the right words when he said...no, I want to know exactly what came to your mind....what else could I do?...I said, Ok...compared to Bay Colony, it sucks...sorry. I heard a big sigh of relief and then he said...no that's what I wanted to know you can't hold anything back. My reply??? No worries, I'll tell you what I know but hey we've been talking for a whole 10 minutes and...he said, yeah but I read your whole blog (seriously??? All 120+ posts?). Hmmmm nothing like showing up to a party late. So moral of this story...I won't hold anything back but until I find out how casual you want me to be...well then it will be new acquaintance manners until we get to the next level...but I can assure you, the honesty will always be the same.

2. I had a lady who called from Long Island this afternoon. I answered the phone like I would answer if I knew Adam Waldman was calling because I recognized the area code and assumed it was him....(WRONG)

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The lady on the other end of the line said....uhm yes I'm looking at your website right now and I'm thinking about selling my house on Long Island and moving to Naples...(Adam, I gave her your name and number and she's supposed to be calling you even though she said she had already called some other agents...I have my fingers crossed for you).

Anyway she had lots of questions that were again a matter of opinion. I told her my feelings on the subject matter gave her some true life examples but again, it's not all rosy and cheery. Living in Naples is a beautiful experience but it is still a LIFE experience not like what it feels like to be on a long, paid vacation. I can tell you just about anything you might need to know about Naples and I'll tell you the good, bad and sometimes ugly. Then of course your turn is to determine whether or not you want to pull the trigger.

If you do decide to pull the trigger on Naples real estate, I can help you find your target!