Cape Coral Real Estate Brokerage | SW FL Property

We are hosting an event the end of March to raise money for the American Cancer Society's, Relay for Life.  The main objective of Relay is to raise money for cancer research and cancer patients, to spread cancer awareness, celebrate the lives of survivors, remember those who lost their lives to cancer, and unite a community in the fight against cancer.  I am sure that we all know someone afflicted with this horrible disease or may have had to battle it themselves.  We at Florida Future Realty are joining the fight against cancer, and are hosting a silent auction/skate party scheduled for March 26^Th at Bamboozles skating and event center.  This event will be from 8-11p.m. and cost $10.00.  There will be games, door prizes, great auction items, and lots of fun!  Bring your friends and family and help make this event a great success.  If you would like tickets to this event please contact Sarah at marketing@floridafutureagents.comor call at 239-542-8521.  We are still accepting donation for the silent auction, or if you would like to make a monetary donation please do so at our office.

Some of the items up for auction include:

500.00 gift certificate to Ideal Image

Piece of jewelry from Zack's

Gift Certificates to Carrabba's, Look-Like-A-Million, Designer Shoe Gallery, Pennington Steam Just to name a few.

We also have gift baskets from many local retail stores.

Hope to see you there!

Yours in Success,

The Florida Future Realty Team

(239)542-8521

www.floridafutureagents.com

Pink in the Rink was fun. We still have more to achieve to help with the Relay for Life & The American Cancer Society.

Florida Future Realty is so excited to be a part of the second annual Pink in the Rink.  Pink in the Rink is a charity hockey game that will help raise money and awareness for cancer research.  This event will be held at Germain Arena on Saturday February 20^th, 2010 at 7:30 p.m.  Tickets will be available the day of the event for $15.00.  The Everblades will be wearing special jersey's that will be auctioned off after this televised game.

Prior to the game will be a tailgate party to begin at 5:00p.m.  Local business will be on site to sell merchandise to help raise money for the event.  We are honored to be able to display the painting "Moody Faces."  This painting was done by a child with cancer and a few of his friends.  This amazing work of art will be auctioned off the night of the event and can be viewed at the Florida Future Realty tent.

We look forward to seeing you on Saturday.  Stop by the Florida Future Realty tent to get familiar with our services, meet our agents or to just say hello.

Yours in Success,

The Florida Future Realty Team

(239)542-8521

www.floridafutureagents.com

Copyright 2010 Florida Future Realty, Inc.

Selling Your Home in Cape Coral

It seems that buyers and sellers are still nervous about the housing market in Cape Coral. We are getting calls every day from people anxious with questions about selling their Cape Coral homes. "Is now a good time?" "What are my options if it doesn't sell?" They speculate on conditions improving with hopes they will get what they owe on their homes without having to put it on a short sale or worse, have it foreclosed.

The truth is, you, as a seller, will know when it is the right time. As real estate agents, we can assist you with your process, we can also answer your question, but we certainly don't know when you are ready to let go of your house. Sometimes, taking a "holistic" approach to home selling may work wonders for you. For instance, if you look at the home selling process in the big picture or the grand scheme instead of how it may affect you right at that moment-it may  ease some of your stress about letting go of the house.

Big decisions like selling your home don't come easy. An experienced listing agent will know that and take your concerns and questions into consideration when you speak with them.  Here are a few tips to help you along the way:

1)      Interview Real Estate Agents

Ask questions that pertain to your specific needs. Decide what is important to you in a listing agent. Find out what credentials an agent has. Get references from past customers. Ask for testimonials from past clients. Check out Real Estate websites and Publications. Ask the listing agents to show you a marketing plan. A reputable agent will offer a CMA (comparable market analysis) on your home so you can make an informed decision about listing your home with them. You will know if you and the agent are a good match-after all, you have to work together.

2)      Get Your Home Ready

Pack up personal items such as family pictures. You can even rent a storage unit for a few months where your packed boxes of family treasures can be out of the way from the new home owners. Stage your home as if it was a showroom for customers to browse. If you need assistance with staging your home, an experienced listing agent can offer advice on how to get started.

3)      Get Rid of Clutter

Remove books from bookshelves. Clean and organize shelves and closets in kitchens, bathrooms and bedrooms. Put everyday items in a small bin in a kitchen or hallway closet for easy access. Put knick knacks away in a box and put in storage. Clean off kitchen counters. Think of your home as a model home.

4)      Make Minor Repairs

It's not necessary to start remodeling the outdated bathroom, but it is a good idea to fix leaking faucets and cracked or broken tiles. Minor repairs can also include, patching holes in walls, replacing burned out light bulbs and fixing broken windows, doors and door locks.   

5)      Clean, clean, clean

This is the time to make your house appear shiny and new! A thorough cleaning of windows inside and out will be a welcome sign for potential buyers. A few more things to consider when cleaning and organizing your home: polish faucets, re-grout tubs and showers, get rid of pet odors, vacuum carpets, mop floors and replace worn out rugs. It is also a good idea to make a clear pathway to your front door so that buyers feel like they want to enter your home.

6)      Outside Area and Curb Appeal

It is best to look at your house from the outside in. Mow lawns and cut down bushes or hedges that may be in the way of a clear path to the front door. If there is a pool, keep it clean. Sometimes it is best to hire a regular lawn and pool service if you can't keep up with it yourself. Other things to consider are to replace broken shutters, shine the door handles and pressure clean driveways. Scrutinize your home from a buyer's point of view.

These are only a few suggestions to take into consideration. Again, an experienced agent will be able to go over any other areas of concern you may have.  Call the Florida Future Realty, Inc. office for a no obligation consultation on selling your Cape Coral or Ft. Myers home.  The office is open Monday through Friday and weekends by appointment.  Call Florida Future Realty, Inc. at (239) 542-8521.

 Copyright 2009 Florida Future Realty, Inc. The Florida Future Realty, Inc. Team!

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Florida Future Realty, Inc. wishes you & your family a happy & prosperous New Year! 2008 was interesting in many ways. Whether you had a great or just 'o.k' year, next year can be even better!

Remember to set your goals and put them in writing and revisit them often.

Don't forget Florida Future Realty, Inc. for all of your real estate needs.

Whether you need to sell a property or whether you are ready to invest in real estate here we can help.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Again, Happy New Year! from everyone at Florida Futrue Realty, Inc.

Yours in Success,

Susan Milner

Florida Future Realty, Inc.

(239) 542-8521

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