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Federal Reserve rate cut 2025 helping Southwest Florida homebuyers plan their next move

Federal Reserve Rate Cut 2025: Impact on Southwest Florida Housing

The Federal Reserve rate cut 2025 could mark a turning point for the housing market in Southwest Florida. On September 17, the Fed lowered its benchmark rate by 0.25% to a range of 4.00–4.25%, its first cut of the year. The move signals concern about slowing job growth and rising risks to employment, even as […]

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How Fed Policy Shapes Southwest Florida Housing

The Southwest Florida housing market moves differently than most places in the country. A large share of transactions, especially in the higher price ranges, are all-cash, which softens the impact when rates rise. Mid-market buyers, often relocating for work or upgrading locally, tend to rely on financing, so higher rates affect them more. Add in […]

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Aerial view of Fort Myers Beach waterfront and marina during daylight, representing the Fort Myers market update

September 2025 Fort Myers Real Estate Market Update

The Fort Myers Market Update for September 2025 brings the local picture into focus. August’s numbers show a median price near $350,000, 7.0 months of supply, and 386 homes under contract. Inventory eased from July, buyer activity matched last year’s pace, and time on market remains elevated. If you’re buying, selling, or investing in Fort […]

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Waterfront condos and colorful buildings at the Naples marina during sunset, representing the September 2025 Naples market update

September 2025 Naples Real Estate Market Update

This Naples Market Update for September 2025 highlights a market adjusting with August numbers now in. Median price landed at $600,000, months supply sits at 7.4, and 598 pending contracts moved forward. Inventory eased from mid-summer, time on market remains elevated, and buyers continue to compare carefully. If you are buying, selling, or investing in […]

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Family walking together on a wooden bridge at a golf course in Estero, symbolizing the September 2025 Estero market update

September 2025 Estero Real Estate Market Update

This Estero Market Update for September 2025 highlights a market adjusting as summer winds down. August’s data shows median price at $487,450, months supply at 6.0, and buyer activity that held close to last year even as it eased from July. Inventory sits near 625 homes, showings per listing nudged higher, and time on market […]

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Waterfront homes and boats along the shoreline in Bonita Springs during daylight, representing the Bonita Springs market update

September 2025 Bonita Springs Real Estate Market Update

This Bonita Springs Market Update for September 2025 shows clear signs of transition in the local housing market. August’s data revealed stronger contract activity, easing supply, and more disciplined buyer behavior. If you are buying, selling, or investing in Bonita Springs real estate, understanding how pricing, pending sales, and time on market are shifting will […]

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Aerial view of waterfront homes and canals in Cape Coral, representing the Cape Coral market update

September 2025 Cape Coral Real Estate Market Update

Cape Coral’s housing market is sending two different signals this season. Single-family homes gained traction with stronger pending sales and stable prices, while condos recorded more contracts but deeper price cuts. This Cape Coral Market Update for September 2025 looks at both property types, showing how inventory, pricing, and demand are shifting—and what that means […]

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Waterfront homes and high-rise condos at sunset in Southwest Florida, representing the September 2025 Southwest Florida market update

September 2025 Southwest Florida Real Estate Market Update

The Southwest Florida Market Update for September 2025 shows a market tilted toward buyers but with signs of stabilization. Using MLS data from August 2025, this report explains what is happening with prices, inventory, buyer activity, and selling conditions. You will see how the numbers affect real decisions and where the opportunities lie for buyers, […]

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Home Didn’t Sell? Why Some Southwest Florida Homeowners Are Choosing to Renovate

Many Southwest Florida homeowners are taking a step back from the market and choosing to rework their space. This article looks at what’s driving that decision and what today’s renovation trends reveal about how priorities are changing. Key Takeaways (TL;DR) Why Some Southwest Florida Homeowners Are Renovating Instead of Relisting My wife, Susana, and I […]

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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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