The headlines make for great copy - “The British Are Coming”, “International Buyers Flock to Florida”, “Foreign Buyers Scoop up Florida Real Estate”. There has been enough coverage of the alleged foreign invasion to actually convince the public that it is largely true. Many people have been led to believe that Florida is so full of Foreign Nationals buying up real estate that it could snap off and sink into the Gulf of Mexico.
Listen, I don’t doubt for one minute that we still have our usual amount of European buyers. We may even have a few more Canadian buyers. What I do doubt is a marked increase simply because the dollar is weak against the currency of a few particular countries. Just because there is leverage against a Foreign National’s currency, it doesn’t mean they are taking full advantage of it. The are many more economic conditions that influence a buyers ability and willingness to buy real estate besides the value of their currency against the US dollar.
It’s that time of the year, citizens of Bonita Springs. Don’t forget that tonight, at precisely 2:00 a.m. your clocks move ahead one hour and the value of your real estate gets moved back to 2004 levels.
Check your batteries in your smokes and CO2 detectors, too.
The second annual Bonita Blues Festival on March 15 at Riverside Park in Bonita Springs.
The concert will run from noon-8 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the gate. Children 12 and under are free. The festival will feature fabulous blues bands, diverse and sumptuous food, and vendor booths.
Featured bands and artists include:
Blind Pass - a six-piece bluesy and funky progressive experiment with groove-oriented music.
The net proceeds from the Bonita Blues Festival will support the Immokalee Friendship House, the Shelter for Abused Women & Children and Healthy Start of SW Florida. For tickets and additional information, call 947-0715 or visit bonitabluesfestival.com.
Printable brochure for the Bonita Blues Festival here.
To learn more about the Bonita Blues Festival, visit the Official Bonita Blues Festival Website.
Riverside Park is located on Old 41 Road in Bonita Springs, Florida just south of Everglades Wonder Gardens. Directions from I-75 exit 116 to West on Bonita Beach Road to North on Old 41 Road to Festival. Directions from US 41/Tamiami Trail to East on Bonita Beach Road to North on Old 41 Road. Google Map.
Today I will be out with a lovely couple from Wisconsin looking for their Florida home. I try to stay upbeat and not hyper critical of what other agents consider "marketing" but it's a nightmare, plain and simple. It is literally a struggle for me to show your Bonita Springs home. Should it be? My buyers are searching for a home or attached villa in the $200-250,000 price point. I will be showing them eight homes that best meet their criteria of size, style, one level, two bedroom minimum & value.
Here's what the market has to offer:
What else would sell the other 88 homes to me? Yes, me. Your house has to be sold three times, by the way. To the agents, to the buyers and to the appraiser. First, what would make me show any of the other 88 homes to my buyers?
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Take a Visual Tour of the Bonita Springs, Florida Area. I personally built this visual tour of some of the highlights of the Bonita Springs, Bonita Beach and Estero, Florida areas. Local landmarks, attractions and points of interest are included. Enjoy your personal tour of the Bonita Springs, Florida area.
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I invite you to visit my Bonita Springs Real Estate blog.
My Bonita Springs, Florida blog is a work in progress and new content is added all the time. If you're searching for specific information about a neighborhood or subject you are interested in, just ask. I may be in the process of writing it's page. If not, I will happily move your request to the top. The Bonita Springs area has much to offer.
I've lived in the Bonita Springs area for over 22 years. I've watched the city of Bonita Springs grow and evolve into the fabulous resort destination that is now is. I know my way around all of Bonita Springs and Estero and it would be my pleasure to give you a tour of the area and an overview of our local Bonita Springs real estate economy.
Chances are you'll run into me somewhere in Bonita Springs or Estero. Bonita Springs is not a huge city and folks start to look familiar. That's why I practice real estate like everyone is my family member. When I run into you at Coconut Point I want you to be happy to see me! Chris Griffith Bio: Here
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The process of choosing a real estate agent is a large undertaking. Do not hesitate to ask for referrals of past clients. Upon request I will gladly provide contact information of past buyers and sellers that have used my services. I do not publicly publish the names of my past customers and clients to protect their privacy.
I have prepared a special Buyer's and Seller's resource section for you below:
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About Bonita Springs Learn about Bonita Springs.
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** The MLS ** The MLS - Multiple Listing Service.
Buyer-Seller Pointers Tips for buyers and sellers.
Real Estate Procedure How the it works, from start to finish.
Showcased Listings The featured listings.
Contact Chris Griffith Email or call Chris Griffith.
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Below find an explanation of the designations and accreditations that I currently have earned over the course of my real estate career.
Why a CRS? Today, home buying and selling is faster, more complex, and more competitive in every way. Our goal is to make the process a little easier for you. The first step is choosing the right REALTOR®. EXPERIENCE - To earn the Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) Designation, every REALTOR® must have significant experience and volume of real estate transactions. ETHICS - Every CRS Designee is required to maintain membership in the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® and to abide by its strict Code of Ethics. A FOCUS ON HOME BUYING AND SELLING - To help make the home buying and selling process more rewarding, every CRS Designee must have a proven track record in the business, as well as advanced education in related areas like finance, technology and marketing. Work with the top 5% TECHNOLOGY EXPERTISE- The training available to CRS Designees includes a strong focus on technology and its applications in the real estate business. When you buy your Bonita Springs or Estero home use an CRS.
GRI -- Graduate, Realtor Institute is a professional designation for those who have graduated from the Realtor Institute, also associated with the National Association of Realtors. REALTORS with this designation have completed a comprehensive education program in residential real estate. When you buy your Bonita Springs or Estero home use a GRI.
The Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR®) designation is the benchmark of excellence in buyer representation. This coveted designation is awarded to real estate practitioners by the Real Estate BUYERS AGENT Council (REBAC) of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® who met the specified educational and practical experience criteria. The criteria are: Completed the comprehensive two-day REBAC course in buyer representation Successfully passed a written examination Demonstrated a practical experience of having completed five closed real estate transactions in the field of buyer representation. Received recommendations from two of the real estate practitioners buyer clients. Be a member in good standing with the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®. Look for those real estate agents that proudly display the ABR® designation and know that they are professionals in the field of buyer representation. When you buy your Bonita Springs or Estero home use an ABR.
This certification is recognized throughout the real estate industry as the premier certification specific to providing the highest level of service and professionalism in working with builders and new home buyers. As a Certified New Home SpecialistTM, I belong to a group of the most highly respected individuals in the profession of real estate. The Certified New Home SpecialistTM designation is earned through the completion of the industry's most comprehensive new home sales course. This training involves over 20 hours of interactive computer-based course work focused on sales and customer service along with the technical and legal aspects of the homebuilding process. Successful completion of the 200-page certification workbook along with a 90% or better score on the certification test is then required to earn the CNHSTM certification. Why go e-PRO? The Internet has brought about a new type of consumer: the Internet Empowered Consumer (IEC). This is in turn changing the rules of business, especially in the real estate industry. The e-PRO Certification course is specifically designed to keep REALTORS® on top of changes and help you thrive in the exciting and rewarding world of online real estate. What is e-PRO Certification? The e-PRO Certification course is a revolutionary new training program, presented entirely online, to certify real estate agents, assistants, and brokers as Internet Professionals. Comprehensive & rewarding, e-PRO is the only certification program of its kind recognized nationwide and endorsed by the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® If you are buying preconstruction in Bonita Springs or Estero home use a Certified New Home Specialist.
The eCertified® designation is one of the most powerful communications and marketing certifications available. This innovative, exclusive designation recognizes members of our Network who are competent using the Internet and technology.
The SRES is the only designation and marketing program specifically designed to serve senior property owners. SRES designees demonstrate requisite knowledge and expertise to counsel senior clients through the major financial and lifestyle transitions involved in relocating, refinancing or selling a home.
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