Naples, Florida News By Amerivest Realty

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May 8, 2008

Market Takes Off On Lower Prices

Naples & Bonita Springs Florida - Pending sales have reached their highest levels since August of 2005, nearly three years ago; while median home prices are at four year low. They have hit month over month highs the last two months, with April sales even outpacing March sales, bucking the normal seasonal trend.

Pending sales in Naples and Bonita Springs showed 853 units in the month of April, compared to 652 a year ago – a 30% increase. “It’s obvious that buyers have determined that real estate prices can’t go much lower. They are jumping back into the market at an extremely healthy rate. The bottom in terms of activity has come and gone”Joe Ballarino, Amerivest Realty – President & Founder.

Pending Sales Graph
Median price for the area dropped to $300,000 from $399,000 a year ago, a 25% decline – their lowest level since 2004. “The increased activity is due to the severe drop in prices created by the glut of short sales and foreclosures in the market. Buyers are recognizing the opportunity and making buying decisions. Sellers who are pricing their property aggressively are now seeing results as the market is finding the bottom on pricing” - added Joe.

Median Price Graph

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April 19, 2008

Bonita Springs, FL: Imperial Landing developer backs out

Antaramian Development Group of Naples has announced it will not build the Imperial Landing project, billed as the key to downtown redevelopment, in Bonita Springs.

While the project is stymied, Bonita officials and business owners remain upbeat about the future of downtown.

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April 14, 2008

Amerivest Realty announces March Leaders

Closings By Dollar Volume:
Lynda Kennedy
Lynda's years of expertise and first hand, in depth knowledge of the development, construction and sales details of Florida communities offer her clients a distinct advantage. Lynda knows her way around all of the communities, their strengths and weaknesses. She understands the subtleties of contract negotiation and where the best values are to be found.

Visit Lynda online at:http://lyndakennedy.com/


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Closings By Number Of Transactions:
David Auston

David specializes in luxury golf communities and enjoys playing the fantastic selection of golf courses in Naples, Florida! A proven record of exceptional service is but a phone call away to anyone who knows David. David's success has come from a combination of hard work, education, honesty, professionalism, and mostly importantly, the satisfaction that he gets from seeing his clients completely satisfied!
http://www.DavidNaples.com/



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New Listings By Dollar Volume:
Don and Janis Hunt
Janis and Don Hunt specialize in Golf and Country Club Properties.Don started his real estate career in 1978 after nine years in the construction business and became a licensed Mortgage Broker in 1982. Don specializes in marketing the bundled golfing communities of Cedar Hammock, Forest Glen, Naples Heritage and Naples Lakes.

Visit them on the web at http://donhunt.com/

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New Listings By Number of Properties
Ken Buratti

My clients are my best resource for new business. In this very competitive market place your market knowledge and service must be second to none. If you are considering a real estate professional, please give me the opportunity to earn your business.

Visit Ken on the web at http://naplesgolfspecialist.com/



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NOTE: At Amerivest Realty our leaders are selected based on their performance over the prior 12 months, not just the most current month. These are proven, dedicated performers, not just one month wonders. An associate or team may only win one category each month and only once a year.