The Giacalone Team

04/13/2022

This home is under contract. We can sell yours also.

Spectacular home in Fort Myers Florida. Come live in Paradise and enjoy the Southwest Florida lifestyle.

MLS # 222023711 – Stunning Fort Myers home outside historic Dean Park but has the historic architecture and charm. Areca Palms surround most of this property giving you privacy out the w***o. You wi...

10/01/2021

Did you know more than one million burglaries are committed in the United States each year?! 😱

Fortunately, most burglars won’t go to extreme lengths to enter a residence, so there are some simple steps you can take today that can keep your home and family safe.

Get our 7 safety strategies to shut down home intruders in our latest blog post now ⤵️

According to the FBI, more than one million burglaries are committed in the United States each year, with victims suffering an estimated $3 billion in combined property losses.1 Fortunately, there are some proven tactics you can use to decrease your likelihood of a home invasion. Most burglars won.....

08/26/2021

Housing inventory is lower than low… 🏚️😟

We’re down compared to this time last year, and we already had a housing shortage back then.

But, good news is on the horizon!

Construction is up and expected to ease the strain on demand by 2023 🏘️🔨

And more newly built homes = more opportunity for buyers.

For more info on the latest real estate market trends, check out our blog 📝 https://www.thegiacaloneteam.com/post/where-is-the-real-estate-market-really-headed

08/17/2021

In May 2021, 5.8 million existing single-family homes were sold in the U.S. That’s a 45% increase over the 4 million homes sold in May 2020! 😮

But thanks to rising prices and a shortage of available properties, May 2021 was also the fourth straight month so see a decline in home sales 📉

Experts predict total home sales to finish 3.8% over last year, but forecast a slight decline of 2.2% sales volume in 2022 🔮

What does this all mean for you? Find out in our latest blog post ➡️ https://www.thegiacaloneteam.com/post/where-is-the-real-estate-market-really-headed

08/12/2021

Mortgage interest rates matter BIG TIME when you’re buying a home.

Why? Because unless you’re a 100% cash buyer, you’re going to have a monthly mortgage payment, and part of that payment is interest!

When your interest rate is low, more of your money goes toward your actual house. Interest rates affect your monthly payment, and ultimately, your lifestyle.

Right now, rates are historically low… but they won’t stay this way forever. Experts predict that rates will rise over the next few years.

Message us to learn more about how to secure a great rate while you still can!

📲 239 246-9055
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08/06/2021

It’s official: the current real estate market is one for the record books! 🏅

Wondering if 2022 will keep the pace? Here’s a look at 5️⃣ factors that illustrate where the housing market is headed next year:

📈 Mortgage rates are on the rise
💰 Home prices expected to climb
👍🏻 Home sales remain robust
🏠 Lack of inventory
🏗️ Increased construction

The exact mix of conditions we have today creates opportunities for both buyers and sellers. To learn more about how to take advantage of the current market, read our latest blog post!

https://www.thegiacaloneteam.com/post/where-is-the-real-estate-market-really-headed

07/19/2021

Median Sales price of homes in SW Florida continue to increase.

05/19/2021

National and State housing statistics are due to be released any day now. Here is what's happening in our area this month compared to March 2021. Fort Myers saw a 9% decrease in the number of new listings and a 6% decrease in number of sales driving the median sales price up 8% to $265,000, the highest since January 2017. Cape Coral had a 12% jump in the number of sales and a 5% decrease in new listings resulting in a 1 month loss of inventory and a median sales price of $313,000. Lehigh Acres saw a modest 2% increase in number of sales along with a 2% jump in median sales price and North Fort Myers had a 9% increase in the number of sales and the median sales price broke the $200,000 level for the second time in the last 4 years.

04/02/2021

We all like to save money 💰 However, when it comes to your largest financial asset 🏡, forgoing professional representation may not always be in your best interest. Here are some things to consider 🤔…

Buy/Sell with an Agent, if 👇

You want to save significant time and effort, minimize your personal risk, price your home effectively, and get help writing an offer/negotiating.

iBuyer or FSBO, only if 👇

You’re experienced with legal contracts and transactions, comfortable negotiating under high-stakes circumstances, and you’ve got plenty of extra time.

Bottom line ➡️ most buyers and sellers find the assistance of a real estate agent essential and invaluable. To learn which option is right for you, visit our blog:

https://www.thegiacaloneteam.com/post/can-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 multiple offers—and sometimes even bidding wars—for homes in the most sought-after neighborhoods. This has led some sellers to question the need for an ag...

03/30/2021

Talk of a housing bubble is beginning to crop up as home prices have appreciated at a rapid pace over the last year 📈

We’re here to set the record straight with three reasons why we’re not headed for a market crash any time soon…

1️⃣ Housing supply is extremely limited
2️⃣ Households have plenty of equity
3️⃣ Mortgage rates are low

Experts predict a strong sellers’ market throughout 2021 along with increases in new construction, which should allow supply to gradually rise and fulfill the current pent-up demand.

For more information on how the pandemic and other economic factors are affecting the housing market, check out our latest blog post.

https://www.thegiacaloneteam.com/post/is-the-real-estate-market-going-to-crash

03/25/2021

How Has COVID-19 Affected the Real Estate Market?

Wondering how the pandemic has affected the seasonal real estate market? 😷🏠 You’re not alone!

Much to everyone’s surprise, the nonexistent spring 2020 market sent us into… actually some of the hottest fall and winter months we’ve ever experienced in real estate. 🤯🚀

Thanks to…

📈 High demand📉 Low inventory📉 Low interest rates

Experts are now forecasting a robust market through 2021! 🙌 Contact our team to discuss market conditions and your options today.

03/19/2021

Fort 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. Cape Coral had similar gains with 540 closed sales, a 10% increase month over month and an increase of 19.73% over February 2020. While Lehigh Acres posted a slig...