JAY BERUBE
As President and CEO of Encompass Realty Group, Jay focuses on delivering the best customer service possible, outstanding communication, and exceeding expectations for all of his clients. Awarded "Top Sales Agent" in Downing-Frye Realty, Inc. for August 2009, Jay works within both the Sales and Rental Divisions, and is the vision behind Encompass Realty Group. | |
MARC COMISAR
Marc is one of our Lead Sales Agents, and works as both a listing and selling agent in Lee and Collier Counties. Marc is a firm believer in communication and follow up, and will make sure to get you the property you need. As a seasoned Florida resident, Marc has a wide knowledge base of properties in both counties, and is an invaluable resource in the Real Estate market. | |
JESSE MCGREEVY
Jesse heads up our Buyer's Division, and is also a Buyer's Specialist that represents only buyers in a real estate transaction. This growing division currently consists of several other agents that specialize in finding clients the best home for the best price! Jesse makes clients his #1 priority, and will do the best he can to make buying or selling a pleasurable experience. | |
MATTHEW LIGUORI
Matt is a great advocate of customer service, and works hard to provide it to all of his clients. Matt has played an active role in the real estate industry for over ten years, and has been our Lead Rental Specialist in placing tenants into properties. Matt specializes within the Bonita Springs, Estero, and Naples areas. | |
ADAM RUUD
Adam is one of our Lead Agents, and works within both the Rental and Sales Divisions. Adam has a great knowledge base of properties within Southwest Florida, and currently specializes in the Fort Myers, Estero, and Bonita Springs areas. | |
RACHAEL PORTER
Rachael works within our Rental Division, and is known for her great customer service. Always one to listen to her clients, Rachael works diligently to find the best properties that meets her clients' needs and lifestyles. Rachael currently specializes in the Naples, Bonita Springs, and Estero areas. | |
BRIAN FRYE
Brian Frye has been involved in the Real Estate industry over the past ten years, and is a great resource for people looking to relocate to the Naples area. Brian works in both the Sales and Rental Divisions, and specializes in the Naples and Bonita Springs areas.
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MATT REED
Matt Reed is one of most recent additions to the Rental Division, and focuses solely on getting his clients the best rental properties available. Matt currently specializes in the Estero, Bonita Springs, and Fort Myers areas, and works hard to provide excellent customer service to his clients. | |
MINH NGUYEN
Minh Nguyen is a Sales Agent that specializes in high-end Luxury Condominiums and Home Sales in beachfront communities. Minh has been active in the Real Estate industry for over seven years, and a Naples resident for over a decade. | |
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HOMEOWNER TIP OF THE MONTH
Hurricane season doesn't end until November, so make sure to have some essentials ready, such as bottled water, batteries, candles, and portable radios to ensure that you are prepared in the event of a major hurricane. Also, make sure to have ways to secure your property - with storm shutters or sheets of plywood - for windows and lanai areas. | | |
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Comprehensive
MLS Search
This easy to use search engine allows you to search by neighborhood, price range, features, etc.
Information About Dining, Shopping, Recreation
Find out about the best places to see and be seen during your downtime in Southwest Florida from Jay and his team.
Learn About Schools
& Business
With a constantly growing and changing Southwest Florida, it is sometimes quite an effort to keep up with everything. Let Jay and his team educate you about some of the areas most important statistics. | |
DID YOU KNOW?
Here is more evidence that housing is making a turnaround. Forbes magazine recently identified 161 of the country's larges metropolitan areas where sales activity has increased compared to 2008, and foreclosure percentages (of total sales) have remained low. See below for a quick summary of some of the areas that made the list.
1) Miami-Ft. Lauderdale, FL
2) Lincoln, NE
3) Colorado Springs, CO
4) Salem, OR
5) San Luis Obispo, CA
6) Bremerton, WA
7) Denver, CO
8) Redding, CA
9) Santa Barbara, CA
10) San Jose, CA | | |
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Dear Valued Client:
In this issue of the Encompass Realty Group Newsletter, we wanted to discuss the importance of media marketing, and how Encompass Realty Group is using it to get even better results for our clients.
Most people know that marketing plays an integral role in the success and development of any company. In real estate, however, Internet marketing can send a company's success into the stratosphere.
Encompass Realty Group is always striving to provide our clients with the best level of service and expertise. In light of this, we have increased our social media connections to include a new website with daily blogs, and blogs on other popular social networking sites, such as Facebook and Twitter. Here are some quick statistics to show the importance of media marketing:
346,000,000 - Number of people (globally) who read blogs (comScore March 2008)
77% - percentage of active Internet users who read blogs (FutureBuzz.com)
200,000,000 - number of active users on Facebook (FutureBuzz.com)
100,000,000 - number of users who log on to Facebook at least once each day (FutureBuzz.com)
87% - percentage of prospective homebuyers who use the Internet as a part of their home search (Realtor.org)
As you can see, a strong media presence plays a huge role in the success of any real estate company. Encompass Realty Group is committed to continuing this trend, and encourages you to follow us on all of our blogs and website. And remember - more exposure for us means more exposure for you and your property!
www.facebook.com/BuyRentSellFL
www.twitter.com/BuyRentSellFL
http://www.buyrentsellfl.com/browser/blog/homebuyer-tax-credit-
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Buy or Rent - Closing the Gap
For Americans debating on whether to buy or rent their homes, the scales are tipping towards ownership. Because of the slide in home prices, low interest rates, and tax incentives, renters are realizing that they could handle a mortgage payment for just a little more money. Click here to read more about closing the gap between renting and buying a home. | |
Lure in Buyers Without Breaking the Bank!
If you are thinking about selling your home, there are some easy tips and tricks to making it more attractive to prospective buyers. Click here to read more about how you can take advantage of these tips without giving up your wallet! | |
Was Your Loan Application Rejected?
From asking for too much money, to not understanding the terminology, there could be a multitude of reasons why your loan application was denied. Click here to read the top ten reasons that your loan application may have been rejected. | |
Reverse Mortgages Shift Gears
A new program made possible by federal legislation is now allowing senior citizens to purchase a home with a large downpayment, instead of relying on home equity. Click here to read more about this program, and how it may affect you! | |
Helpful Mortgage Websites
Many prospective homeowners are relying on the internet to search for good mortgage rates. If you are on the hunt for up-to-date rates, click here to see some of the best sites to use in your search! | |
New Credit Rating Hurts Homeowners
With foreclosures becoming a major force in the real estate market, homeowners now have an even bigger reason to walk away from their homes. A new guideline implemented by the financial industry's biggest credit score companies is giving homeowners reason to worry. Click here to read more about this rule, and how it could affect your credit score! | |
Talking About Money - Tips for Couples
Tough economic times can cause a major strain on your marriage or relationship. Communication about finances is a great way to overcome this challenge, but can be difficult for many people. Click here to read some tips on how to get the conversation started.
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Short Sale Opportunity! Large 3 bedroom, 2 full bath home with 2-car attached garage! Oversized screened in lanai, Breakfast Room, Volume ceilings, and Walk-In Closets are just some of the great features of this home - also has almost brand new roof and air conditioning unit. Call today to view this home - don't miss out on a chance to live in Naples at this price!!
| Price: $89,900 |
Type: Single-Family Home |
| Sq Feet: 1486 Living |
Bedrooms: 3 |
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Community: Golden Gate City |
Bathrooms: 2 |
| City: Naples |
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Pending Home Sales Up Again!
In a recent article released by the National Association of Realtors, statistics show that contract activity for pending home sales has risen for the past six months. Click here to read more statistics, and how researchers are becoming optimistic about the housing industry. | |
Lease Agreements 101
Leasing a home or an apartment can be a great an exciting time. However, not fully understanding the lease agreement that comes with it, or your responsibilities as a tenant can get you into some hot water. Click here to read more about lease agreements, and how to understand them. | |
Enjoy the beautiful lake views from this upgraded 2 bedroom plus den home. Features include granite counters with granite backsplash, wood cabinets, and double bowl stainless steel sink in kitchen. Villagio offers many amenities for all to enjoy the SW Florida lifestyle! Close to shopping, dining, entertainment, I-75 and SWFL International Airport.
| Price: $1200/month |
Type: Condo |
| Sq Feet: 1828 |
Bedrooms: 2 + Den |
| Community: Villagio |
Baths: 2 |
| City: Estero | | | |
