01Apr 2010 by Susan Milner No Comments

What will 1 million buy in Cape Coral?

Buyers, Cape Coral Communities, Cape Coral Real Estate, Cape Harbour, Tarpon Point
As a full time resident in Cape Coral, Florida I am asked often what is available in Cape Coral and Fort Myers for sale. After searching online many come up confused as to what you can actually purchase and for what price. In this series I will explore homes in all price categories to give out of area buyers a better idea of the area. Today we will be visiting homes that can be purchased right around $1,000,000. There are several great options from single family estate homes, to beach houses to oceanfront condos! So what does 1,000,000 buy in the Cape Coral, Florida and Fort Myers, Florida 2010 real estate market? Here are a few of my favorite options: Cape Coral homes for 1 million dollars So, what do…
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25Mar 2010 by Susan Milner No Comments

Live in Cape Coral Florida

Buyers, Cape Coral Communities, Cape Coral Real Estate
Cape Coral Living Cape Coral Florida in our opinion is a great place to live and raise a family.  Cape Coral is considered to be one of the safest cities in Florida with populations over 150,000 according to the Florida Dept of Law Enforcement. There are approximately 167,000 residents in Cape Coral soaking up the 355 days a year of sunshine. Cape Coral offers a rich quality of life, affordable home prices, and waterfront living that has attracted now permanent residents.  Not only do we offer several golf courses, we have 400 miles of canals and mega-river that will exceed the expectations of any water enthusiast. Cape Coral is rich in diversity and culture that is celebrated through festivals throughout the year. Oktoberfest, Red-White-and-Boom, and Cape Coral festival of art…
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05Feb 2010 by Susan Milner No Comments

Lee County Homestead Exemption

Buyers, SW Florida Real Estate
Lee County Homestead Exemption Laws Over 1,000 people move to Florida every day according to dmv.org.   Not only are families relocating from other states but they are also moving from other countries.  Is this because of the beautiful sand beaches, warm sunny weather, or miles of green golf courses?  It may just be because of the generous tax laws offered to Florida residents. The law states that Florida residents are eligible for a 25,000 exemption on the assessed value of their home.  Those with an assessed value of more than 50,000 are eligible for an additional 25,000 exemption, depending on the value of their property. The exemption can only be applied to non-school taxes, and the property must be worth at minimum 75,000 to be eligible for the entire exemption…
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26Jan 2010 by Susan Milner No Comments

Cape Coral Real Estate Home Sales

Buyers, Cape Coral Real Estate
Are we still selling homes in Cape Coral? The answer is yes, and in record numbers.  We have been getting so much negative national media attention, that our ideas are clouded with misinformation. The National Association of Realtors published their polls and it shows that in 2009 with the assistance of realtors, 16,260 homes were sold.  In 2005 when the housing boom began, the record was 12,123 However one significant change is the declining home prices. In 2005 the median home price was 278,200, now in 2009 we were at 90,400. This decline is due to the record number of short sales and foreclosures now flooding the real estate listings.  Sellers are now coming to their senses and listing their homes more realistically, their homes are worth significantly less from…
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22Jan 2010 by Susan Milner No Comments

Sandoval in Cape Coral Florida

Cape Coral Communities, Cape Coral Real Estate
Sandoval is a great community located in central Cape Coral. With a resort style community, fishing pier, dog park, volleyball court & walking trails you'll never run out of activities to keep yourself busy.  Homes from single family to carriage & villa homes are available in this beautiful Cape Coral community. Just click below to view through currently offered condo & villa listings in Sandoval.
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