MARLENE'S BLOG


Today's Real Estate News and Advice

Updated: July 29, 2010

Tenants from Heaven
The phrase "absentee landlord" in a homeowner association context conjures up images of the "tenant from hell" and an owner who could care less. However, generally speaking, both the landlord and tenant want the highest and best returns on their investments. What benefits the homeowner association will also benefit them. FULL STORY->

Homeowners Dealing With BP Oil Spill
If you are like most Americans, your largest asset may very well be your real estate holdings, whether they be a primary residence or rental properties. In fact, for many homeowners along the coasts, their income is made through the sale and rental of coastal properties. FULL STORY->

California gets $700,000 slice of special $1.5 billion homeowner bailout pie
California struck gold, receiving the biggest chunk of a special $1.5 billion federal fund pie for programs that target struggling homeowners in states hardest hit by the housing crash. FULL STORY->

Either a Lender or a Borrower Be
Shakespeare had it wrong when he penned this advice in Hamlet: "Neither a borrower nor a lender be; For loan oft loses both itself and friend, And borrowing dulls the edge of husbandry." Perhaps he may be forgiven for his error, however, since Shakespeare suffered from a lack of the tremendous benefits of a truly self-directed IRA. FULL STORY->

Final Walk-Through Tips
There will come a time during your home buying process when you'll need to do a final walk-through of the home before closing. FULL STORY->

Fannie Mae Addresses Appraisal Concerns
On June 30, 2010 Fannie Mae issued announcement SEL-2010-09, "Selling Guide Updates and Additional Guidance on Appraisal-Related Policies." FULL STORY->

Either a Lender or a Borrower Be
Shakespeare had it wrong when he penned this advice in Hamlet: "Neither a borrower nor a lender be; For loan oft loses both itself and friend, And borrowing dulls the edge of husbandry." Perhaps he may be forgiven for his error, however, since Shakespeare suffered from a lack of the tremendous benefits of a truly self-directed IRA. FULL STORY->

The Ideal Housing-Linked-to-Services Choice
Housing linked to services is gaining popularity with boomers and everybody else. PJ Wade explains the growing trend toward loving where you live and doing fewer and fewer daily chores. Discover PJ’s tips for shopping for a new home that requires you evaluate food services and support delivery in general. FULL STORY->

Fannie Mae Addresses Appraisal Concerns
On June 30, 2010 Fannie Mae issued announcement SEL-2010-09, "Selling Guide Updates and Additional Guidance on Appraisal-Related Policies." FULL STORY->

Final Walk-Through Tips
There will come a time during your home buying process when you'll need to do a final walk-through of the home before closing. FULL STORY->

Public Social Media Policy: Does Your Office Have One?
Have you ever heard the phrase "Restraint of Tongue and Pen?" Well in the new age of the social media craze in real estate it should be clearly understood by all because there are major consequences to what we place in writing and post on the Internet for all to see. FULL STORY->

Real Estate Outlook: Federal Reserve Weighs In
The U.S. Congress asked Federal Reserve Board chairman Ben Bernanke a key question last week: Where do you and your colleagues believe we're headed in terms of the national economy? FULL STORY->

How to Recognize a Sellers Market
As a homeowner, and a prospective seller, you may be wondering if now is a good time to put your home on the market. But how can you tell if the market is in your favor at this time? Will you lose money or make money? Is it a "sellers market"? FULL STORY->

Diligent Salespeople
The art of being highly successful in sales can be summed up in five words: Believing something and convincing others. That's it! That's what makes a salesperson successful. You must have unshakeable belief in what you are selling. FULL STORY->

Making Your Home Appealing On A Budget
With the uncertainty of the economy, many people are looking for ways to cut back. When it comes to selling their home, homeowners often don't want to put much money into getting it ready for the sale. While that's certainly understandable, properly preparing a home before listing it goes a long way to helping attract serious buyers and offers. FULL STORY->

30-Year, 15-Year Fixed Mortgage Rates at Record Lows
Freddie Mac today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS), with the 30-year and 15-year fixed-rate mortgages reaching record lows for this survey. FULL STORY->

More Real Estate News and Advice...


Don't miss our other site www.NaplesAgents.com. Also check out www.NaplesRealEstateReport.com, www.NaplesGolfRentals.com, and www.NaplesTouristCenter.com

NaplesRealEstate! The Naples Real Estate market is now selling very quickly because prices overcompensated after the downturn. Look at the homes for sale in Naples, houses for sale in Naples, condos for sale in Naples Florida, and you will be impressed with the low prices in terms of Naples Short Sales, Naples Foreclosures, and just darned good deals. Naples FL Real Estate is one of the most rapidly returning and perhaps one of the fasting growing markets in the United States. Not Miami, not Orlando, not Sarasota. Whether you are interested in Naples Florida Homes for Sale or Naples Florida Condos for Sale, or Bonita Springs condos for sales or Bonita Springs Florida condos for sale, we can help you. You will be so happy you bought real estate in the Naples area, especially with Downing-Frye and the Marlene Graham Team. Naples has some of the most beautiful Waterfront homes for Sale as well as waterfront condos. Are you looking for homes for sale or maybe land for sale? If it's for sale in Naples Fl we will find it! And keep in mind that Downing-Frye is not only the largest company in Naples Florida and Bonita Springs Florida, but also locally grown. Recently we even opened an office in Ft. Myers Beach (Fort Myers Beach). Yep, that’s how you spell it. It is not Fort Meyers Beach as we all initially try to spell it.

Use www.napleshomefinders.com to view our Featured Listings or access the Multiple Listing Service to search for homes on your own. We will also put you into listing book which is a service we offer our clients at no extra charge. We have the tools to help you Search for a Home or to view a Virtual Tour of Naples Homes. If you are looking for paradise you’ve found it! You can see that on our sites NaplesTouristCenter.com, BonitaSpringsTouristCenter.com, EsteroTouristCenter.com, and MarcoTouristCenter.com.

Naples has the balmy tropical weather, sunshine, gulf breezes, majestic sunsets and breathtaking views. Naples has some of the most beautiful and challenging Golf Courses in South Florida - Private Golf Courses or Public Golf Courses. Naples is situated directly on the Gulf of Mexico with shimmering, sandy white beaches and the #1 attraction for fishermen and tourists alike - the Naples Pier. You may even see a Dolphin or a Manatee or a kiteboarder, and when a storm is approaching, even some surfers. Naples is a boater’s fantasyland. You can boat easily through our waterways into the blue waters of the Gulf and fishing is a must, especially in our 10,000 islands area between Naples and Marco Island. Naples also has Yacht Clubs such as the Naples Yacht Club and the Naples Sailing and Yacht Club, sailboat Clubs, powerboat clubs, a city dock with nature and fishing expeditions, and full service marinas. Naples also has some very interesting art galleries and parks, as well as world class restaurants for dining. Need an upscale hotel in Naples? Check out the Ritz Carlton Beach or Ritz Carlton Golf in Naples Florida, the Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club, the Naples Grande Hotel (formerly known as the Registry Resort) in Naples Florida,and the Edgewater Beach Hotel. Check out our blogs on our various sites for more information: naples blog, naples real estate blog, naples florida real estate blog.

Take your pick from Naples Florida Homes, Luxury Homes, High Rise Condos in Naples Florida or Luxury High Rise Condos in Naples Florida. Give us your criteria and we will not only search every condo, villa, carriage home and single family home until we find a match, we will educate you during the process. Are you an affluent buyer or maybe you are interested in a 1031 exchange? Are you wanting to buy something in a lower budget range? Are you wanting to live in Florida during retirement? Are you relocating to Florida? We have a Naples Florida Relocation service. Are you considering a Naples Florida Rental or a Naples Florida Seasonal Rental? Just let us know and we will find the ideal home to fit you! Are you a real estate agent in the United States or even in England, Scotland or Europe looking for a good agent here? We are very savvy in internet real estate and we are happy to pay you a professional referral which providing your clients with the best of service. We can even help them find hotels and amenities and things to do in Naples Florida. As mentioned earlier we not only have an internet site for booking hotels and learning about our town, but we also have a real tourism (tourist) center right on Fifth Avenue South full of brochures and business cards.

Naples is located in Collier County. There are several different areas in Naples and Marco Island that may interest you - The Moorings, Venetian Bay, Gulf Shore Blvd., US41, Naples Bay, Wiggins Pass, Port Royal, Aqualane Shores, Royal Harbor, Oyster Bay, Little Hickory Bay, Southport, Keewaydin Island, Marco Island, Olde Naples, Vanderbilt, Bonita Beach, Lely, Calusa Bay, VeronaWalk, Third Street, Fifth Avenue South, Pelican Bay, Pelican Marsh, Park Shore, Venetian Village, Bay Colony, Vanderbilt Beach, Collier's Reserve, Audubon, Quail West, Quail Creek, Tiburon, Mediterra, West Bay Club , Twin Eagles, Grey Oaks, The Vineyards, Kensington, Hammock Bay, The Brooks, Pelican Isle, Vasari, Pelican Sound, Pelican Landing, Cedar Hammock, Forest Glen, Barefoot Beach, Pine Ridge, Bonita Springs, Estero, Marco Island, 10,000 Islands in the Everglades...take some time to view our website and contact us with any questions you may have about the Naples real estate market. We will answer you quickly, honestly and knowledgably. You will understand why we are top agents in the Naples market and in our careers as real estate agents, highly respected by our peers in terms of selling Naples, Bonita Springs, Marco Island, and Estero real estate and even renting Naples and Bonita Springs and Estero real estate. It is even said there are more coporate CEOs and Fortune 500 executives who own vacation homes in Naples than anywhere else in Florida, especially in the luxury neighborhoods of Moorings, Park Shore, Port Royal and Pelican Bay. Bundled golf and golf resorts are also big here.



Send us emails with these headings so we can sort out your needs:

Bonita Springs Real Estate For Sale - Florida
Fort Myers Real Estate For Sale - Florida
Marco Island Real Estate For Sale - Florida
Find a Realtor® - The right Naples real estate agent for you.
View Rental Properties
Selling Your Naples Property?
Find out the market value of your home.
Help me sell my Naples property, List it on Naples MLS.

News from the Naples Florida Real Estate Blog or write to us personally at marlenegraham@earthlink.net for these topics:
Median Price of our real estate and neighborhoods
Other Real Estate News
Useful Informational Services
Realtor Career Information. Sales are brisk and we need more agents!

Naples Florida offers incredible sunsets, exquisite shopping, championship golf courses and resorts & beautiful clean beaches and is home to some of the most impressively desirable waterfront estates and condos in Florida - located on the Gulf of Mexico in Southwest Florida.


The Downing-Frye "Marlene Graham Team" is dedicated to enhancing the home buying and selling experience. We offer the best detailed information about homes in Collier County and Naples area of Florida. Find MLS homes for sale, condos for sale, properties for sale, businesses, land and more. Several hundred Realtors in our total company and our team of a dozen on Fifth Avenue South are ready to serve your Naples Florida home buying and selling needs. So contact us today!

Keep track of your information before AND AFTER your sale or purchase! We’ll make it easy for you with our home and condo search system called Listing Book. Make notations, maintain a property watch list, save your searches and more all in one place by emailing us for a passcode!


The data relating to real estate for sale on this Website comes in part from the Broker Reciprocity Program (BR Program) of M.L.S. of Naples, Inc. Properties listed with brokerage firms other than Downing-Frye Realty are marked with the BR House Icon and detailed information about them includes the name of the Listing Brokers. The properties displayed may not be all the properties available through the BR Program.

The data is updated every 4 hours, but can be influenced by delays from various real estate companies entering data in MLS. Some properties that appear for sale on this website may subsequently have sold or may otherwise no longer be available. All properties are subject to price or other changes without notice. For the most current information, please contact us using this form, or click on the "Request Info or Appointment" button on the search results and detailed property pages.

The source of this real property information is the copyrighted and proprietary database compilation of the M.L.S. of Naples, Inc., Copyright© 2010 M.L.S. of Naples, Inc., all rights reserved, and MLS of the Realtor Association of Greater Fort Myers and The Beach, Inc., Copyright© 2010 Rapattoni Corporation, all rights reserved, and Downing-Frye Realty. The accuracy of this information is not warranted or guaranteed. This information should be independently verified if any person intends to engage in a transaction in reliance upon it.

Shortcut Searches you can accomplish on this site:

Naples Florida Real Estate, Naples Single Family Homes, Naples Condominiums
Estero Florida Real Estate, Estero Single Family Homes, Estero Condominiums
Bonita Springs Florida Real Estate, Bonita Springs Single Family Homes, Bonita Springs Condominiums
Sanibel Florida Real Estate, Sanibel Single Family Homes, Sanibel Condominiums
Ft. Myers Florida Real Estate, Ft. Myers Single Family Homes, Ft. Myers Condominiums
Marco Island Florida Real Estate, Marco Island Single Family Homes, Marco Island Condominiums
Captiva Florida Real Estate, Captiva Single Family Homes, Captiva Condominiums
Cape Coral Florida Real Estate, Cape Coral Single Family Homes, Cape Coral Condominiums
Waterfront Condominiums Naples FL, Golf Course Homes Naples FL, Golf Communities Naples FL, Beachfront Homes Naples FL
Waterfront Homes Naples FL, Beachfront Condominiums Naples FL


Neighborhood Searches that can be accomplished on our site:
Aqualane Shores, Audubon, Bay Colony, Bell Tower Park, Bonita Bay, Collier's Reserve, The Crossings, The Dunes, Eagle Creek, Fiddlesticks, Gordon Drive, Grey Oaks, Gulf Shore Boulevard, Heritage Palms, Hunters Ridge Golf & Country Club, Imperial Golf Estates, Kensington, Legends, Mediterra, Monterey, The Moorings, Old Naples, Olde Cypress, Palmira, Park Shore Area, Parker Lakes, Pelican Bay, Pelican Isle, Pelican Landing, Pelican Marsh, Pelican Sound, Pine Ridge, Port Royal/Gordon Drive, Quail Creek, Quail West, Rapallo, Royal Harbor Area, Shadow Wood, Stonebridge
The Strand, The Vineyards, Wilderness Country Club, Windstar Golf Club & Marina, Worthington, Wyndemere Country Club

Other Shortcuts or email headers so we can categorize your request:
Naples FL Real Estate
Naples Florida Homes
Naples Florida Properties
Naples Condos
Naples Florida Properties
Estero FL Properties
Estero Florida Homes
Real Estate Estero Florida
Estero Condos
Sanibel Island Florida Real Estate
Sanibel FL Properties
Sanibel Florida Homes
Real Estate Sanibel Florida
Sanibel Condos
Captiva FL Properties
Captiva Florida Homes
Real Estate Captiva Florida
Captiva Condos
Cape Coral Florida Real Estate
Cape Coral FL Properties
Cape Coral Florida Homes
Bonita Springs FL Real Estate
Real Estate Bonita Springs Florida
Bonita Springs Condos
Ft. Myers FL Properties
Ft. Myers Florida Homes
Real Estate Ft. Myers Florida
Ft. Myers Condos
Fort Myers Florida Condos
Fort Myers Florida Real Estate
Marco Florida Real Estate
Marco Island FL Real Estate
Marco Island Florida Homes
Real Estate Marco Island Florida
Marco Island Condos

Thank you for visiting our site. We hope you will make us your primary information source for Collier County and Southwest Florida real estate!


Home | MEET OUR TEAM | Contact OUR TEAM | OUR TEAM LISTINGS! | NAPLES AREA MLS | NAPLES DEVELOPMENTS | MARLENE'S BLOG | NAPLES VISITOR INFO | RECENTLY SOLD HOMES | Lease/Rentals | Relocation | Dream Home Finder | Market Analysis | FREE Brochures | Newsletter | Guest Book | Schools | City Overview | Weather Report | Mortgage Calculator | Mortgage Rates

Website design and hosting by iHOUSE ®

Site Admin Menu