Keeping Naples' beaches amongst the prettiest and cleanest in the U.S.

Aug 31, 2011 — Timothy P. Savage P.A., Gulf Coast International Properties

Gulf Coast International Properties is proud to partner with the City of Naples, Keep Collier Beautiful, INC. , and the other participants in an ongoing effort to keep Naple's beaches some of the prettiest and cleanest on the planet.  This event will be Saturday September 17th from 8am-11am.  GCIP will be hosting the clean up at the Broad Ave. South public beach access, which is just down the street from GCIP's downtown Naples location.  Volunteers are needed!  Please call Gary Julian at 239.213.4767, or click the link below for more information.

Like Water Off a Ducks Back

Aug 30, 2011 — Len Miliaris, Forest Hill Real Estate Inc. Brokerage

It has happened to us time and time again.  Not too long ago a very close friend was discussing with me about his home and how one day he and his wife would like to down size.  Naturally I took notice of this comment and gave him some advice.  Being a friend, I thought it would be a little too pushy to keep asking how they felt about the possibility of them selling and buying something smaller.  You don’t want to let someone feel the only thing you talk about when visiting them is business.  Business is there and it will be discussed at the appropriate time.  Well to my surprise…..I almost went off the road when I saw a sign on their front lawn.  Not mine as you all might think someone totally not in our circle of friends.  I did not react, I kept my cool.  I was more disappointed than anything else but what do you do.  Well what I did was acted as though nothing was unusual and continued my friendship with them.  We all must remember “the tallest trees bend the furthest.”

Haute Living Features the Hualalai Spa

Aug 30, 2011 — Rob Kildow, Hualalai Realty

http://www.hauteliving.com/2011/08/haute-spa-apothecary-treatments-at-four-seasons-hualalai/ BLOG Haute Spa: Apothecary treatments at Four Seasons Hualalai Posted By Catherine E. Toth on August 19th, 2011 When you hear the word, “apothecary,” you don’t automatically think of a resort spa.

Canada--Real Estate always recovers- Analyze-Then Invest

Aug 30, 2011 — Ursula Morel, RE/MAX Sea to Sky Real Estate

Analyze-Then Invest-Real Estate always recovers Everyone is busy analysing the same statistics and coming up with different information.  The trouble with analysing a market is that it varies by your need for information.  The media is always looking for the negative – because that is the storey for them – while optimistic realtors want to understand the positive meaning lying within the “analysis”.  Smart buyers and sellers look at their personal positions and “analyse” their needs within the existing market.

Interpreter? Negotiator? Realtor!

Aug 30, 2011 — Liane ("Li") Read, Sea to Sky Real Estate

Many changes in the real estate industry, in our post-Internet world. The key to it all is the meshing of technology with the control of information by the consumer. Pre-Internet, franchise firms offered a referral network. Post-internet, the consumer has myriad search possibilities...there is no one venue anymore. Perhaps the role of the realtor has become the interpretive function: turning all that searchable data into useful information.

Featured Listing: A Tropical Hide-a-way at Hualalai

Aug 28, 2011 — Rob Kildow, Hualalai Realty

The centrally located Ke Alaula neighborhood is best described as a “resort within a resort” --- one private road with just a handful of homes and while conveniently located it sits island-like between two golf course fairways.  Among the highlights of this Ke Alaula home: custom designed entry gates, tropical landscaping and lighting, three private outdoor shower gardens, and a spacious “sunset” pavilion. The heated swimming pool is separate from the large, beautifully tiled spa. Unique interior design features include:

Pacific Northwest Coast...the best kind of summer, even if late!

Aug 27, 2011 — Liane ("Li") Read, Sea to Sky Real Estate

Summer weather was late in the Pacific Northwest Coast this year. We were calling Spring & early Summer names like Mayvember, Juneuary, Julyuary...finally, August delivered on the sun and the warmer temperatures! Sometimes, September and October are warm & sunny, too...it gets darker earlier, though, as the sun drops lower in the sky. Still lots to do and see & enjoy, as we drift from late August into early September...out for lunch or dinner? Patio dining at Harbour House Hotel, at Calvin's Bistro, at Salt Spring Inn, at Moby's, at Bocados Bistro, at Auntie Pesto's, at Treehouse Cafe, at Seaside Kitchen, at Rock Salt Cafe...enjoy! Watch the floatplanes chortle in & out the Harbour...enjoy coffee or tea al fresco at Cafe Talia, at TJ Beans, at Penny's (formerly Jana's Bakeshop), at Rendezvous Cafe.... Amble through the galleries (ArtSpring, Steffich Fine Art, Gallery 8, Salt Spring Gallery of Fine Art, ArtCraft, Pegasus Gallery of Canadian Art, Starfish Gallery).... Kayak to Chocolate Beach, picnic at Ruckle Park, swim at Vesuvius Beach, hike at Mt Maxwell Park...so many alluring things to do & to enjoy, in this premier pristine area! Ah, summer-summer...it may be late, but it's beautifully welcome! Enjoy.

Private Islands...a true "retreat"!

Aug 25, 2011 — Liane ("Li") Read, Sea to Sky Real Estate

Looking to be "apart" from the fray? Seeking a safe haven? What about a private island retreat? Nestled close to all services/amenities, including hospital, and with power from larger Vancouver Island (back up generator, too), there are three such gems awaiting your discovery...close to Sidney by the Sea, and to Victoria, and in the heart of the best protected boating waters in the world, and with a temperate climate that encourages the growing of one's own food, these potentials are available: Pym Island: Johnstone Island: Coming soon: another close by island treasure...call me for more information and the opportunity to view (48 hr notice essential for viewing all private islands). Looking for something on the other side of the Strait? Call me about amazing North Trail Island...33 acre farm! Close to Sechelt's amenities.

New Tax Incentive for New Property Purchases in Spain

Aug 25, 2011

Courtesy of Kirsty Bryson of Luxury Homes by VAPF With the idea of trying to give the Spanish economy a little helping hand to get back on its feet, after the world crisis brought the construction industry in Spain basically to a halt, the Spanish Government has this week decided to drop the VAT tax on new home sales by 50%, reducing the existing rate of 8% to a mere 4%, and prioritizing the sale of new homes over second hand properties.

Things to do and Park City Real Estate

Aug 24, 2011 — Tisha Digman, Summit Sotheby's International Realty

It's been an amazing summer in the Wasatch Mountains and hope you've been active because there are a million things to do out here! From biking and hiking to the concerts and fishing, activities here are gorgeous, active, and often free! August is the time to start thinking about next winter. With Less than 90 days left till opening day of ski season, it’s not too soon to start planning your winter or ski vacation to Utah. Check out Powder Magazine it’s packed with a 71 page ski buyer’sguide and an awesome way to get fired up for ski season.  This month is also a great time to take a look at the season pass offers from all the resorts in Utah.
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