• Renting vs. Buying in Fort Myers & Cape Coral: The Numbers Might Surprise You in 2026,Elizabeth Steele

    Renting vs. Buying in Fort Myers & Cape Coral: The Numbers Might Surprise You in 2026

    By Elizabeth Steele Southwest Florida Real Estate Advisor with Realty ONE Group MVP About me     If you’re renting in Southwest Florida, you’ve probably asked yourself (more than once): “Would buying actually cost more… or am I just paying someone else’s mortgage?”     Here’s the surprising part: na

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  • Florida’s Foreign Buyer Restrictions: What They Mean for Southwest Florida Real Estate,Elizabeth Steele

    Florida’s Foreign Buyer Restrictions: What They Mean for Southwest Florida Real Estate

    By Elizabeth Steele   Florida has made national headlines for tightening rules around certain foreign buyers purchasing property. If you’re a homeowner thinking about selling in Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Lehigh Acres, or the surrounding Southwest Florida market, the practical question is simple: Will

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  • Why “No HOA New Construction” Is So Popular Right Now?,Elizabeth Steele

    Why “No HOA New Construction” Is So Popular Right Now?

    by Elizabeth Steele Want a brand-new home without community rules or HOA fees? Here’s where to focus in Cape Coral and Lehigh Acres, plus key stats and what to watch out for.       Why “No HOA New Construction” Is So Popular Right Now?   If your goal is new construction without HOA fees—no architect

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