Joe Kendall, Realtor with Sandals Realty a Waterfront and Foreclosure Specialist writes, I would like to share with all my readers a very good Seafood Restaurant located in Cape Coral Florida. The Caribbean Breeze Restaurant owned and operated by Carlos and Mabel, where  they treat all their customers like friends, and their fresh fish and seafood items are outstanding! I am always treated very well and the food has always been very good ! The hardest is figuring what to eat ! Click here for the address and Menu.  I encourage you to stop check out the daily fresh fish specials !  Tell them Joe Kendall, from Sandals Realty told you you should come and Check it out !                    07/31/2008

You heard me right!  The Cape Coral market is hot again!  The newspapers are full of doom and gloom and the nightly news isn't any better.  But the Cape Coral market is moving. In the lower price ranges (under $150K) we are seeing multiple offers on almost every property.  There are so many properties that have been taken back by the banks as foreclosures that our market is changing yet again.  These bank foreclosures are coming on the market at extremely competitive prices and are causing the market to move. Interest rates are still at historic lows, we are hovering at the bottom of the bust and now is a great time to buy. There are several ways you can take a peek at our market.  Go to this website and sign in which will allow you to search our MLS and look at whats happening or you c... 07/31/2008

This past week I experienced a situation which reminded me of a TV show that my wife likes, Project Runway.  An attractive, nearly new, well-designed home located in Cape Coral that was nicely priced came on the market and there were several offers. The property was owned by the Bank. The Bank looked at the offers and decided to initiate a bidding war, in other words, all of the prospective buyers were informed that the the Bank was putting the house back on the table and requested all prospective Buyers to submit their best offers.  As to Project Runway, some of the outifts that the designers create in one day are impressive.  Some of the outfits are out there, as well.  07/30/2008

Thank goodness council has taken the appropriate action and realize the depth of the economic problems we are facing in Cape Coral.  With our industry in such termoil and the fall out to other businesses and fuel prices at such an unreal high the tax payers are figuring out how to get buy. An elderly neighbor of mine (she is maybe 84) was commenting that when they were planning for retirement people just didn't expect to live this long.  Her money is fixed and with the price of all these things going up so much they struggle to make ends meet. I want to make them stop with the constant comments of slower response times for fire and police.  We have more police and fire people per capita than the city of Chicago.  We have a ton of other services that we can cut and think more budget mind... 07/29/2008

     There are Florida Loan Officersand Loan Officers. I do know that we have other good professionals in this field, but Marc Campbell stands out. With over 30 years in banking and 12 years with Schaeffer Mortgage Corp. in New England, he opened with Schaeffer South an office in Cape Coral and has been my go to guy for some time now.He is an Active Rain member: http://activerain.com/soupy9280                                                                                          Mark Campbell VP Loan Officer   No matter if it's a Florida FHA, a Florida conventional loan, jumbo, 15 years,30 year fixed loan, Construction Loan,Florida land loan( we don't have that many in Lee County!) He either matches the most competitive rates, fees and points around or just plainly beats the competiti... 07/29/2008

Today was the first day back in the office in beautiful Cape Coral, Florida after a week in New Jersey!  You know what the first day is like a day after a week messages piled high and a million things that need your attention immediately!  Today however, I had a pressing problem that needed my attention as soon as I had returned! Back in April, I have listed a property three bedroom, two bath 1627square ft. for $169,000! This home was built in 2006 and had many upgrades and was on a beautifully manicured lot!  The CMA at the time showed that this property was well worth the asking price of $169,000! In early July, we had a couple from New York, who viewed the property and fell in love with it! They they also thought the house was well worth the asking price and submitted a full price of... 07/29/2008

Joe Kendall, Realtor with Sandals Realty a Waterfront and Foreclosure Specialist Direct Line 239-560-0726 writes, So you are thinking about selling your home in southwest Florida? Well let me start by saying, When I am talking to Sellers about putting there home on the market for sale two main points the Seller's want to know is what do you think my home is worth? and what are you going to do to sell my home? Let's start with what is the number one reason, homes do not sell ? Price ! It is all about Pricing it correctly from the start ! The main reason homes are placed on the market at to high of a price is because the Sellers have not lost their emotional attachment to their home. Selling your home in today's real estate market can be described as it is only worth what the home will a... 07/29/2008

It is exciting to see the city of Cape Coral is still marketing the Academic Village project at the corner of Del Prado and Kismet.  I have always felt it would be a major benefit to Cape Coral to have a University within our city limits.  It is in an ideal location to bring students down from Punta Gorda, over from N. Fort Myers and of course the County's biggest city, Cape Coral.  It would be wonderful if it was FGCU but they are struggling this year and need to adjust finances before growth in the future.  I don't know how much of the old plan, which looked wonderful, could still be implemented due to the environmentally sensitive areas designated by  US Army Corp. of  engineers and SW Florida Water Management.  Planning a campus and building is a lengthy process so it would be nice ... 07/25/2008

                                                     Joe Kendall, Realtor with Sandals Realty Waterfront & Foreclosure Specialist writes, Cape Coral Florida offers some of the very best in value in regards to a Waterfront Property with access to the Gulf of Mexico. Southwest Florida offers some the very best in the state of Florida for Tarpon, Shark, Red Fish, Snook, Sea rout along with offshore for mostly Grouper and Snapper Fishing!  Located off the shores of Southwest Florida, we have several "Man made Reefs" excellent Fishing Spots for Off Shore Fishing. I would like to give you my favorite spot with the Loran numbers and the Gps readings to go off shore fishing. I like fishing at Edison Reef, it is built with old concrete bridge pilings from the old Edison Bridge. it is located abo... 07/23/2008

    Joe Kendall, Realtor with Sandals Realty a Waterfront & Foreclosure Specialist phone 239-560-0726 or email Joe at joek4realestate@aol.com I would like to introduce you to the waterfront neighborhood of Riverside Drive in Cape Coral Florida .    This neighborhood is boarder by the Caloosahatchee River to the east side of the neighborhood with outstanding waterfront views anytime of the day or night with Fort Myers bordering the other side of the river. The west side of this street is provides boating access with a 80"foot wide canal with several homes with in ground pools, boat docks with boat lifts. This waterfront neighborhood, home prices range from $199,000 off water to $399,000 on water up to 1 million dollars and Higher !  Home buyers looking in southwest Florida have not alway... 07/22/2008

When unemployment is down and the market is tight, it is even more important to incorporate strategies to increase your value to a company and or advance in rank up the corporate ladder. This article hopes to give you some simple strategies that work in any company, in any market, to help you achieve your goals as an employee.   You want to start the journey off on the right foot by picking the right job. Jack Welch says hire slowly and fire quickly, well, you should decide on a job slowly but leave quickly if the situation mandates it. How do you pick the right job? There are several factors you should consider but number one would be for you to ask yourself this question, "What is my passion"? This could be a whole separate article but if you at least consider what you are passionate ... 07/21/2008

Today my son and I spent about 2 hours within the trails of the Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve right here in Cape Coral, Florida.  Located just south of the Midpoint bridge, right on the Caloosahatchee River. We both brought our cameras so I hope you enjoy our photos. I'm going to showcase my son's photos first! Did I tell you he is only 5 years old? Ok, so I took some photos as well to share with you of Cape Coral Park and Recreation's Four Mile Cove Ecological Park:           So that's it. Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve is located in Cape Coral just north of the Midpoint Bridge. It is a 365 acre preserve with wildlife and plants. You can buy native plants there, rent kayaks and walk through the trails. FREE Admission. Open year round. Kayaks and plant sales are seasonal. Call... 07/20/2008

I departed Southwest Florida International Airport yesterday morning with a temperature of 88°.  I boarded a flight to Newark, New Jersey,and when we landed in Newark, the pilot said the temperature is 92°!  So much for escaping the Southwest Florida heat for a week or so! I am on the monthly training run again, with stops in Watchung, New Jersey, Northfield, New Jersey, and possibly Baltimore, Maryland. This trip however is a combination of both business and pleasure.  Having grown up in the Bronx for the first 20 years of my life, I had many opportunities to attend baseball games  at Yankee Stadium!  Having been raised by a Brooklyn dodger fan, I did not have the option of becoming Yankee fan like most of my friends!  So when the New York Mets came into the National League in 1962, my... 07/18/2008

  Here is the 24 hour report for activity in the Cape Coral Real Estate market according to the MLS. This information is provided directly from our local MLS. Please feel free to check back often for the most accurate and updated information available in the Cape Coral area for local real estate reports and statistics. For more free reports and Cape Coral Real Estate visit http://www.intelligentlisting.com/ New Listings 95   Back on Market 16   Price Increases 12   Price Reductions 101   Contingents 14   Pendings 66   Solds 38   Expireds 37   Inactives 21     SELLERS:  Visit my website http://www.colleenpearsall.com/ for a FREE over the net home evaluation. BUYERS:  Visit my website http://www.colleenpearsall.com/ to be the first to know about hot new listings!   Colleen Pearsall 239-45... 07/17/2008

Something is going on In Cape Coral, Florida. Sales are up dramatically and are matching 2006 for 2008. Why is that? You can buy affordablea Cape Coral GULF ACCESS homes for under $230,000. Did you hear this right? Yes, you did. The following homes are not all turn key but they have more then potential to make a great new home. I will not tell you stories. These homes may need some upgrading. Yes, they do.Still they caught my eyes because they are Cape Coral waterfront homes, are in a good area and are decent looking.In fact with a bit of upgrading they could be very attractive homes. They are the kind of homes investors or buyers who are looking for a deal.Don't except granite counter tops. But you will be surprised. These are solid good homes. They are just sound deals in Cape Coral:m... 07/15/2008

The rainy season has really kicked in down here in beautiful Cape Coral and it actually rained all day today! We have had our share of rain this year and I am sure the water levels are starting to rise!  Anyway, here is a little story I read about two friends from Cape Coral! I hope you enjoy it! Bill and Sam, two elderly friends, met in the park every day to feed the birds, watch the squirrels and discuss world problems. One day Bill didn't show up. Sam wasn't concerned; he thought Bill might have a cold or some urgent appointment. But after Bill hadn't shown up for a week or so, Sam really got worried. However, since Sam didn't know where Bill lived (the only time they ever got together was at the park) he was unable to find out what had happened to him. After a month had passed, Sam ... 07/15/2008

There is something happening in the Cape   SFR sales are doing great. These sales are golden; these people will not regret their purchase. Here are the numbers; judge for yourself    01/01/08 thru 7/14/2008 SFR SOLD   2008 Sold: 1891 AVG $214,833  2007 Sold: 1189 AVG  $307,557  2006 Sold: 1804 AVG  $331,875  2005 Sold: 2336  AVG $336,146  2004 Sold: 1748  AVG $234,037  2003 Sold: 1236 AVG  $200,014  2002 Sold: 806   AVG  $182,468  2001 Sold: 638  AVG   $162,114  2000 Sold: 576  AVG  $142,486     In June 59 percent of the Cape Coral SFR sales were conveyed by a Corporation. The vast majority of those being banks. Rents are starting to creep up. It's not all bad out there. There is a market to do business in, If you choose to find it.    search the MLS for free, like a pro click here -- w... 07/15/2008

  Joe Kendall,Realtor with Sandals Realty Waterfront and Fforeclosure Sspecialist phone 239-560-0726 email joek4realestate@aol.com writes, Cape Coral Florida a waterfront community features several city parks and public boat ramps to enjoy the great outdoors by land or on the water. You do not have to own a waterfront property to take advantage of our waterfront Paradise! If you are thinking about relocating to Florida? You should take a look at the waterfront community of Cape Coral Florida.       The Cape Coral Yacht Club Boat Ramp (pictured above ) and the Horton Boat Ramp have a machine that takes $1.00 and $5.00$ bills and print a ticket to leave on the dash of your car the cost is $5.00 per day (24 hours ) for boat trailer parking while they are out of the water. The BMX Boat Ramp... 07/13/2008

    Intersecting canal view, just off the "Dolphin Canal " Located in south east section of Cape Coral Florida Joe Kendall,Realtor with Sandals Realty waterfront and foreclosure specialist, phone 239-560-0726 or email at jok4realestate@aol.com writes you always here the term location,location, location when buying real estate. If you are looking to Buy a Home on the waterfront in Cape Coral Florida? The word "location " takes on an even more importance toward you enjoying your boating experience as well, here in southwest Florida! Knowing the boating distances, water depth and knowledge of the canal system is a key in buying a home and enjoying your boating experience as much as your new home. Cape Coral has 300 miles of gulf access canals that lead to the open waterBoating distance to ... 07/13/2008

Many property owners in the Cape Coral FL area are having REALTORS® sell their homes as a "Short Sale."  A Short Sale is where a property owner sells the property for less than what is owed on the 1st and sometimes 2nd mortgage. With the change in real estate pricing over the past two years many property owners are finding they can no longer continue to hold these properties that they purchased a few years back because they are creating financial hardships on their families and themselves. If you are in financial distress and have thought about selling you home as a Short Sale to avoid foreclosure, follow this link for assistance.  Florida Future Realty Inc can help you and your family.  We are a proven leader in our community when it comes to listing, negotiating, and closing short sal... 07/11/2008