Al GiacaloneJan 36 minA Return to ‘Normal’? The State of Real Estate in 2022Last year was one for the real estate history books. The pandemic helped usher in a buying frenzy that caused home prices to soar...
Al GiacaloneOct 1, 20215 minShut Down Home Intruders With These 7 Safety StrategiesAccording to the FBI, more than one million burglaries are committed in the United States each year, with victims suffering an estimated...
Al GiacaloneSep 2, 20217 min9 Tips for Buying and Selling Your Home at the Same TimeSelling your home when you still need to shop for a new one can feel daunting to even the most seasoned homeowner––especially when the...
Al GiacaloneAug 1, 20216 minWhere Is The Real Estate Market Really Headed?It’s the old supply-and-demand predicament: Home sales in the U.S. continue at a torrid pace, but the availability of listings remains...
Al GiacaloneApr 2, 20217 minCan I Buy or Sell a Home Without a Real Estate Agent?Today’s real estate market is one of the fastest-moving in recent memory. With record-low inventory in many market segments, we’re seeing...
Al GiacaloneMar 18, 20212 minResidential sales continue to increase in SW FloridaFort Myers led the area with 657 closed sales in February 2021, a 9% increase from January 2021 and a 16.70% increase over February 2020....
Al GiacaloneMar 1, 20215 minIs the Real Estate Market Going to Crash?While many areas of the economy have contracted, the housing market has stayed remarkably strong. But can the good news last? When...
Al GiacaloneFeb 19, 20212 minIs the SW Florida Real Estate market cooling off?January 2021 saw a 39.41% increase in new listings compared to December 2020, the largest month over month increase since May 2020.There...
Al GiacaloneFeb 1, 20214 min5 Inspiring Home Design and Remodeling Trends for 2021To help inspire your design projects this year, we’ve rounded up five of the hottest trends.
Al GiacaloneJan 11, 20217 minNew Year, New Home? Set Homeownership Goals Whether You’re Buying, Selling, or Staying PutThe start of a new year always compels people to take a fresh look at their goals, from health and career to relationships and finance....
Al GiacaloneDec 2, 20206 min10 Ways to Give Back to Our Local Community This Holiday SeasonThis year has demonstrated, perhaps more than ever, the importance of our family, friends, neighbors, and community. It truly “takes a...
Al GiacaloneNov 2, 20207 minThe New Normal: A Strong Housing Market Expected to Continue into 2021“2020 will be known for a lot of things, and a record-breaking year for real estate will certainly be one of its more unexpected legacies,”
Al GiacaloneOct 2, 20206 min5 Secrets Buyers and Sellers Must Know About Virtual Home ToursFor years now, virtual home tours have helped real estate buyers far and wide find the perfect home.
Al GiacaloneSep 21, 20205 minMove-Up vs. Second Home: Which One Is Right For You?The pandemic has changed the way many of us live, work, and attend school—and those changes have impacted our priorities when it comes to ch
Al GiacaloneAug 19, 20206 minLowest Mortgage Rates in History: What It Means for Homeowners and BuyersLow mortgage rates increase buyer demand, which is good news for sellers. But what if you don’t have any plans to sell your home? Can curren
Al GiacaloneJul 1, 20205 minAdd Value To Your Home With These 9 DIY ImprovementsWhether you’re prepping your house to go on the market or looking for ways to maximize its long-term appreciation, these nine home improveme