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Aerial view of homes and streets in the San Carlos Park neighborhood of Lee County, Florida

San Carlos Park Homes for Sale & Neighborhood Guide 2025

Homes for sale in San Carlos Park, Florida (33967) attract steady buyer interest year after year, making this one of Lee County’s most active and reliable housing markets. This unincorporated community covers just under five square miles and is home to roughly 18,500 residents. Over the years, it has grown into a mix of established […]

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Palm tree against a clear blue Florida sky in Lee County, representing homes without flood insurance risk

Where to Find Lee County Homes Without Flood Insurance

If you’re buying a home in Lee County and want to avoid paying for flood insurance, you’re not alone. Many buyers ask us, “Where do we need to be if we don’t want to pay for flood insurance?”. It’s a common question, but there’s a difference between avoiding the requirement and avoiding the risk. If […]

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Modern waterfront condominium buildings with palm trees in Southwest Florida, representing the rise in Southwest Florida condos for sale

Why So Many Condos Are for Sale in Southwest Florida | Buyer Tips

If you’ve been exploring the condo market in Southwest Florida, you’ve probably noticed an overwhelming number of listings. Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Estero, Bonita Springs, and Naples are all seeing a surge in available units. If you’ve found yourself asking, “why are there so many condos for sale right now—and what does that mean for […]

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Sanibel Lighthouse on the coast of Southwest Florida, symbolizing changes in the Southwest Florida real estate market 2025

10 Years of Change: How Southwest Florida’s Market Created Today’s Buyer Opportunities

The Southwest Florida real estate market, including Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Bonita Springs, Estero, and Naples, has gone through a decade of dramatic change. From stable growth to pandemic-fueled extremes and now a significant price correction, today’s conditions present real opportunities for homebuyers, investors, and second-home seekers. This 10-year market analysis explains what’s happening now, […]

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Mother baking with her two young children in a bright kitchen, celebrating Mother’s Day 2025 in Fort Myers

What Moms Really Want for Mother’s Day 2025

Before the cards, flowers, and brunch reservations, Mother’s Day began as something quieter. In the years following the Civil War, Ann Reeves Jarvis organized community health efforts and events that promoted reconciliation. Her daughter, Anna Jarvis, honored that legacy in 1908 with the first formal Mother’s Day service. By 1914, it became a national holiday. […]

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Runners starting the CincoRita Run in Fort Myers 2025, an annual community race at Bell Tower

Cantina’s CincoRita Run 5K and Margarita Mile at Bell Tower

Cinco de Mayo in Fort Myers brought something fresh this year. The second annual Cantina’s CincoRita Cinco de Mayo looked a little different in Fort Myers this year. The second annual Cantina’s CincoRita Run, presented by Worthington Realty, turned Bell Tower into the starting line, the finish line, and the party all at once. Part […]

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Seared scallops topped with tomato relish at Blossom & Brie in North Fort Myers

Blossom & Brie Named Best Farm-to-Table Restaurant

Blossom & Brie is not the kind of place you just stumble across. It is the kind of place people describe with a smile, because it left them with a memory that stayed. The food comes straight from the farm. The animals are part of the experience. And the welcome, often from owners Rodney and […]

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Guests celebrating at McGregor’s Public House in Fort Myers during a community event

McGregor’s Public House: Best of Gulfshore 2025

McGregor’s Public House in Fort Myers has earned a special place in the community. It blends Irish pub traditions with local character, making it a gathering spot for food, music, and connection. In 2025, that reputation was officially recognized when Gulfshore Life honored McGregor’s in its Best of the Gulfshore Awards. Key Takeaways (TL;DR) A […]

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Road work ahead sign during construction on Daniels Parkway in Fort Myers

3 Questions About Daniels Parkway Construction in Fort Myers

Daniels Parkway connects some of Southwest Florida’s busiest neighborhoods, and major changes are on the horizon. With construction beginning at the Daniels/I-75 interchange and the Three Oaks Parkway extension, this corridor is entering a period of significant transformation. If you are considering a move nearby, here are three questions worth asking before you make your […]

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Smiling driver on Daniels Parkway in Fort Myers near ongoing road projects

Ft Myers Road Projects to Transform Daniels Parkway and I-75

If you live near Daniels Parkway in Fort Myers, you have probably heard the news. Major improvements are on the way, and they will reshape how people move through one of Lee County’s busiest corridors. Two large-scale projects are scheduled for the next few years: the Three Oaks Parkway Extension and the Daniels Parkway Diverging […]

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