Barbara Klare

There's an amazing selection of Cape Coral foreclosed homes. These homes are now bank or corporate owned. The selection includes waterfront, gulf access, direct access, sailboat access as well as homes on dry lots. Many are newer homes. Now is fantastic home or investment buying opportunity, but …..?

Foreclosed homes must be purchased "as is" from the lender or corporate financial institution. Don’t expect a foreclosed home to be in perfect condition. It is possible to inspect these homes before making an offer but often in Cape Coral’s fast moving foreclosure market, there is little time to do a proper professional inspection.

When home owners are faced with foreclosure they usually stop maintaining the home. In Cape Coral’s lovely tropical climate, the landscaping will either die in the winter in become a jungle in the summer. Swimming pools turn green in a matter of weeks. As we move towards Cape Coral’s humid summer, mold may also become an issue.

If mechanicals such as air conditioning, well equipment, pool equipment are broken, malfunctioning or missing the owner of record isn’t going to replace or repair them.

If the owner or tenants are angry they may deliberately destroy the house. They may smash walls and windows or pull out the copper pipes and wiring to sell as scrap metal. More often than not, the appliances, kitchen cabinets and lighting fixtures have been removed and sold.

Be prepared to make cosmetic and/or mechanical repairs. It is important to do your homework. Know the market price and the cost of repairs! The price of a foreclosed home is low; but you may have to put time and money into a foreclosed home. It would be wise to have the time and funds set aside for repairs before you decide to buy a foreclosure.

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Barbara Klare
Gulf Coast Realty
239-292-1358
Visit: www.cape-coral-foreclosure.com

What do You Get For Your Money In Today’s Cape Coral Real Estate Market?

Cape Coral is a very pretty city located in sunny SW Florida on the Caloosahatchee River. Just west of Fort Myers, Cape Coral has hundreds of miles of canals flowing into the Gulf of Mexico. It is one of the largest boating communities in Florida. The popular beaches of Ft Myers Beach, Captiva and Sanibel Islands are close by. Living choices include beaching, boating, fishing, kayaking, swimming and snorkeling.

At the moment Cape Coral has a wonderful choice of homes, condos and vacant land. My clients are those looking to make a move now, to buy a second home or invest in a future home.

Below $100,000: Yes, there are many single family homes out there. This amount of money will probably buy you a smaller home on a dry lot without a pool. In the outer areas of Cape Coral it may be a new home. Close to a central location, it will be older or may be a fixer upper. Ideal buy for a 1st time home buyer or investor.

$100,000 to $200,000: The majority of Cape Coral homes fall into this price range. These homes are usually in move-in condition, convenient locations and full of wonderful amenities. They may be on freshwater canals and have built in pools. Occasionally a gulf access property home will fall into this price point.

$200,000 to $400,000: This is the bargain Cape Coral gulf access price range. The lower the price the further from the Gulf of Mexico the home is. Often there are handy man specials on the lower end of this price point. The upper end of this price point will be a home that is move in condition with pool and dock. There a many excellent choices in this price range.

$400,000 to $800,000: These homes are the larger, newer, superb Gulf Access or direct, sailboat access, maybe be renovated or full of top quality amenities. On the higher end of this price point, you can have a stunning home. These homes were twice the price 2 years ago, now there the ultimate deal.

$800,000 and above: This is luxury living by any standard. In this price range Cape Coral offers a large home on excellent gulf access in this range. If you were to compare Cape Coral waterfront prices to other areas of the country, these properties are truly a good value.

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Or call me with any questions you may have 239-292-1358

Have you been waiting to buy REO, bank owned, foreclosure properties in the Cape Coral Florida area?

Cape Coral Florida is an area of SW Florida famous for its lovely boating community and gulf access canals. Cape Coral is a boater's paradise with over 400 miles of canals. Cape Coral waterfront living at reduced prices is now possible. In todays market a normal sale price for a gulf access pool home is $280,000 average.

The response of the home buying public is growing. There were 106 gulf access homes under contract in April. That number is up from 47 in March. May is looking promising already. The inventory will be eaten up quickly at this rate.

If you're a qualified buyer looking to buy a REO, bank owned, foreclosure home, call me and I'll find you an excellent deal.

Barbara Klare
Gulf Coast Realty
239 292 1358
bklare@comcast.net

visit me online:
http://www.cape-coral-foreclosure.com/

Selling Your Cape Coral Home in Today’s Market!
It looks like homes in Cape Coral, Florida are selling again! You can sell your Cape Coral if you follow these 3 steps.

1. The Price
The worth of your home is exactly what someone is willing to pay for it. I know that sounds harsh but it’s true. The price has nothing to do with what you paid for the home or what you want to get. The listing price should be an estimate, within 5% of the presumed selling price.  That listing price will get potential buyers in the door. Today’s buyers are thinking price first amenities second. If you’re not getting 2 or more showings per week your home is probably overpriced. Even in the present market, most homes are sold closer to asking price within 40 days. If after speaking to a Realtor, you’re still uncertain of the value of your home, get a professional appraisal.

2. Staging
No, you don’t have to go out and buy new furniture. Staging means the home should be made as attractive to the potential buyers as possible. Try to see your home through a buyer’s eye, declutter as much as you can possible live without. Remove personal effects. The home should be spotlessly cleaned. Let in as much light in as possible. Arrange furniture to show off any view or the outdoor space. The home must be odor free and smell fresh. Don’t be cooking or have the TV on during showings. Increase your curb appeal by trimming bushes and trees, replacing mulch, patching bald spots on the lawn. If possible get your home power washed. The entry should be inviting as possible.

3. Marketing
Nearly 90% of all home buyers are shopping online. That means the online presentation of your property has to stand out from the crowd. A picture speaks 1000 words. Make sure the photos of your home are exceptional. A visual tour or video will also attract online visitors as the additional media causes your home to come up before homes without tours. In today’s market most homes are viewed and chosen online. Make sure you online presentation stands out from the rest.

Hire me; I’m a licensed Realtor and an accredited Home Stager. Your home will be online, looking its best, at all the top home-search websites with the best photography, visual tour and a dynamic write up that really pops.

For a free sales price estimate, visit
www.barbaraklare.com

Barbara Klare
Gulf Coast Realty
239 292 1358
bklare@comcast.com

Good news for Cape Coral and Fort Myers Real Estate. THE BOTTOM IS HERE!! If not the market is just suddenly busy with buying activity. Cape Coral and Fort Myers is priced to sell. Don't miss your chance!

Call me: Barbara Klare
Gulf Coast Realty
239 292 1358
bklare@comcast.net

visit me online: http://www.cape-coral-foreclosure.com/

Looking at the Florida Gulf Coast MLS, residential property in Cape Coral and Fort Myers are SELLING! Pending sales have been dramatically increasing since March and will continue through the spring. Home prices are at 2003 prices attracting buyers who have been waiting to purchase a home in the Cape Coral and Fort Myers area for years. Newly built foreclosures and gulf access bargains are plentiful. Interest rates are still low. The inventory of available homes gives every buyer the opportunity to make an excellent buying choice. Buyers are getting the amenities they've longed for within their price range. How long will this buyers market last? The market will remain as it is through the summer for sure, maybe through 2008.

If you're thinking of buying, don't miss your chance!

Florida Gulf Coast MLS is the local Cape Coral and Fort Myers MLS. Would you like to search it for free? Go to my website (http://www.cape-coral-foreclosure.com/) and sign up! If you're looking to buy within 3 months, I can send you a customized selection. If your purchase will be later on, I can send you a link to the MLS.