Robert Magda: February 2014

Friday, February 28, 2014

9339 Independence Way, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $349,900 2 beds, 2 baths

2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Colonial County Club

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3945 Belmont St, Fort Myers, FL 33916, $45,000 3 beds, 2 baths

3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33916

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6861 Sandtrap Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $85,900 2 beds, 2 baths

2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33919

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13219 White Marsh Ln #109, Fort Myers, FL 33912, $149,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1101 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33912

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521 Grant Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $249,450 6 beds, 4 baths

3511 sqft, 6 beds, 4 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33913

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3994 Ascot Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $199,900 3 beds, 2 baths

1500 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33919

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5226 Cedarbend Dr #4, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $69,900 2 beds, 2 baths

2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Cedar Bend

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10337 Barberry Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $214,000 3 beds, 2 baths

3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Arborwood

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18596 Evergreen Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33967, $71,000 2 beds, 1 bath

2 beds, 1 bath, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33967

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173 Siesta Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33905, $24,900 2 beds, 2 baths

2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Poinsettia Park

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3020 Calvin Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33901, $54,900 4 beds, 2 baths

1372 sqft, 4 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Maravilla

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2213 Isle Of Pines Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33905, $74,900

Vacant lot in Fort Myers, FL - 33905

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14480 Cypress Trace Ct, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $144,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1061 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33919

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2680 Park Windsor Dr #510, Fort Myers, FL 33901, $24,900 2 beds, 2 baths

2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Winkler Safe Neighborhood

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13160 Broadhurst Loop #102, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $124,900 3 beds, 3 baths

3 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33919

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19447 Laserena Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33967, $499,900 5 beds, 6 baths

4356 sqft, 5 beds, 6 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33967

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8831 Banyan Cove Cir, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $279,900 3 beds, 2 baths

2141 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - McGregor

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4287 Bellasol Cir #2424, Fort Myers, FL 33916, $10,000 3 beds, 2 baths

3 beds, 2 baths, property in Fort Myers, FL - 33916

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17501 Homewood Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33967, $279,000 3 beds, 3 baths

3 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33967

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2950 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33901, $115,000

Vacant lot in Fort Myers, FL - Valencia Terrace

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9640 Windsor Gardens Ln #201, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $74,900 2 beds, 2 baths

2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33919

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14334 Devington Way, Fort Myers, FL 33912, $349,000 3 beds, 2 baths

1956 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33912

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11939 Country Day Cir, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $318,000 4 beds, 3 baths

4 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33913

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14526 Dolce Vista Rd #103, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $224,000 3 beds, 2 baths

3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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7356 Pebble Beach Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33967, $166,900 4 beds, 4 baths

4 beds, 4 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33967

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10470 Washingtonia Palm Way #1222, Fort Myers, FL 33966, $135,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1232 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Heritage Palms

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12271 Eagle Pointe Cir, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $169,900 3 beds, 2 baths

3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33913

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14061 Brant Point Cir #7101, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $164,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1408 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33919

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Nana's Naughty Knickers - Date: March 1, 2014 5:30 PM

Location: Fort Myers - January 16 - March 15, 2014 Nana’s Naughty Knickers is a contemporary comedy about law student, Bridget, and her sweetgrandmother, Sylvia. While visiting for the summer, Bridget discovers her grandmother’s secret business…illegally selling handmade lingerie to the mature – and frisky. Add a nosy landlord, an overly-friendly cop and a delivery mix-up and now Sylvia’s facing eviction and maybe even conviction. The Off Broadway Palm Theatre is located just off the main lobby inside Broadway Palm.The Off Broadway is a 100-seat theatre with a great view from every seat!The doors open a half hour prior to showtime for seating. If you chose to have dinner with us, the dining is in a separate dining room. PRICES: Evenings $49 Matinees $45 Show Only $29

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LES MISERABLES - Date: March 2, 2014 11:45 AM

Location: Fort Myers - February 20 - April 12, 2014 Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, this musical phenomenon tells the story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption - a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit. The 2012 motion picture of the same name won the Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture. Ticket Prices MAT - 11:45 Lunch, 1:15 Show EVE - 5:30 Dinner, 7:30 Show TWI - 5:30 Dinner, 7:00 Show Performance Times Buffet and Show Sunday - Friday Evenings: $60.00 Saturday Evenings: $63.00 Matinees: $54.00 Children (12 and Under): $27.00 Show Only Adults: $40.00; Children: $23.00 **A $3.00 per ticket fee applies for online orders**

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Dwight Icenhower's Tribute to the King - Date: March 2, 2014 5:30 PM

Location: Fort Myers - One of the best Elvis tributes in the country is back for three performances!

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LES MISERABLES - Date: March 2, 2014 5:30 PM

Nana's Naughty Knickers - Date: March 2, 2014 5:30 PM

18130 Pioneer Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $154,900 2 beds, 2 baths

2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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12501 Country Day Cir, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $345,900 4 beds, 3 baths

3540 sqft, 4 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33913

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4661 Lakeside Club Blvd #2-B1, Fort Myers, FL 33905, $79,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1111 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, condo in Fort Myers, FL - 33905

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2080 W First St #104, Fort Myers, FL 33901, $209,000 2 beds, 2 baths

1114 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - West 1st Street

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236 Tangerine Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33905, $94,900 2 beds, 2 baths

2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33905

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9850 Country Oaks Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33967, $232,500 3 beds, 2 baths

1911 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33967

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14870 Crystal Cove Ct #202, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $215,000 2 beds, 2 baths

1710 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, condo in Fort Myers, FL - 33919

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158 Sun Cir, Fort Myers, FL 33905, $85,000 1 bed, 1 bath

612 sqft, 1 bed, 1 bath, mobile home in Fort Myers, FL - 33905

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1215 1st St, Fort Myers, FL 33905, $90,000 2 beds, 2 baths

1500 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, mobile home in Fort Myers, FL - 33905

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Thursday, February 27, 2014

16410 Millstone Cir #101, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $249,900 3 beds, 2 baths

1586 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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2350 W First St #805, Fort Myers, FL 33901, $155,000 3 beds, 2 baths

1445 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33901

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1747 Pebble Beach Dr #209, Fort Myers, FL 33907, $74,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1065 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33907

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13621 Eagle Ridge Dr #1534, Fort Myers, FL 33912, $72,995 3 beds, 2 baths

3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33912

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6919 Old Whiskey Creek Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $449,000 4 beds, 3 baths

2372 sqft, 4 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - McGregor

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12610 Equestrian Cir #1609, Fort Myers, FL 33907, $73,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1033 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, condo in Fort Myers, FL - 33907

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9298 San Carlos Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33967, $165,000 3 beds, 2 baths

1343 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33967

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16080 Forest Oaks Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $330,000

Vacant lot in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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9038 Shadow Glen Way, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $384,000 3 beds, 2 baths

1719 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Colonial County Club

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5321 Summerlin Rd #2102, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $49,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1018 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, condo in Fort Myers, FL - Suntree

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9072 Shadow Glen Way, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $354,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1715 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Colonial County Club

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2080 W First St, Fort Myers, FL 33901, $209,000 2 beds, 2 baths

1114 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - West 1st Street

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9351 Old Hickory Cir, Fort Myers, FL 33912, $360,000 3 beds, 3 baths

2102 sqft, 3 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33912

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15630 Ocean Walk Cir #208, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $139,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1090 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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15481 Catalpa Cove Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $999,990 4 beds, 3 baths

4071 sqft, 4 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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14781 Calusa Palms Dr #104, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $195,000 2 beds, 2 baths

1628 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33919

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6900 Shadow Creek Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $624,000 3 beds, 4 baths

2845 sqft, 3 beds, 4 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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13179 Brookshire Lake Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33966, $173,000 3 beds, 2 baths

1331 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33966

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7209 Coca Sabal Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $285,000 2 beds, 2 baths

1312 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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15780 Treasure Island Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33905, $72,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1395 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33905

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477 Coopers Ct, Fort Myers, FL 33905, $29,900 4 beds, 2 baths

4 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Tice

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2264 Winkler Ave #112, Fort Myers, FL 33901, $39,900 1 bed, 1 bath

804 sqft, 1 bed, 1 bath, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Winkler Safe Neighborhood

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13651 Julias Way #1418, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $159,995 2 beds, 2 baths

1448 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33919

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17560 Homewood Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33967, $234,000 4 beds, 2 baths

1892 sqft, 4 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33967

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17025 Golfside Cir #304, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $74,900 2 beds, 3 baths

1214 sqft, 2 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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19847 Allaire Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $409,900 4 beds, 3 baths

2360 sqft, 4 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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12132 Corcoran Pl, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $349,900 3 beds, 2 baths

1660 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Arborwood

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439 Roble, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $78,000 2 beds, 2 baths

960 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, mobile home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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16420 Millstone Cir #105, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $179,500 2 beds, 2 baths

1067 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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1319 Kingswood Ct, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $219,000 3 beds, 3 baths

2060 sqft, 3 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Whiskey Creek

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Nana's Naughty Knickers - Date: February 28, 2014 11:45 AM

LES MISERABLES - Date: March 1, 2014 11:45 AM

LES MISERABLES - Date: March 1, 2014 5:30 PM

Nana's Naughty Knickers - Date: March 1, 2014 11:45 AM

14870 Crystal Cove Ct #202, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $215,000 2 beds, 2 baths

1710 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, condo in Fort Myers, FL - 33919

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Expecting a Tax Refund? Invest It In Your Home

Sitting by the mailbox, waiting for your tax refund? Stop waiting and start thinking about the best ways to invest that money in your home.

Your home is likely one of your biggest assets, so it makes good financial sense to take care of it. Keeping your home up to date will contribute to its longevity, heighten your enjoyment and help you sell your home if you ever decide to. So, instead of a fleeting ski weekend, why not consider investing at least a portion of your refund in your home?

Even modest investments can improve your home’s value and make it more livable. Drawing inspiration from Zillow Digs, here are five home improvement projects you may want to consider, all under $3,000:

New front door

TrueHome Design Build brought an urban feel to this farm house with a contemporary front door.

First impressions mean a lot. A new front door can enhance curb appeal, improve security and lower utility costs. According to Remodeling magazine’s Remodeling 2014 Cost vs. Value Report, a $1,162 steel entry door replacement project returns 96.6 percent of your investment. Fiberglass doors are generally more expensive, but they’re still a smart investment. According to the same report, a $2,822 fiberglass entry door project will yield a return of 70.8 percent.

Garage door replacement

Tuckahoe Creek Construction, Inc. gave this colonial home character with a new garage door.

The appearance and condition of your garage door also plays a big role in your home’s overall appearance. According to the Cost vs. Value Report, an uninsulated, 16-by-7-foot garage door costing $1,534 will increase your home’s resale value by $1,283, a return of 83.7 percent.

Weatherized windows

Lindus Construction uses a variety of custom-fit, maintenance-free, energy-efficient windows proven to reduce heating and cooling costs.

For just a couple hundred dollars, a do-it-yourselfer with the most basic of skills can install insulation, caulk and door seals, reducing household energy consumption by almost 35 percent in the typical weatherized home. Willing to invest more? Windows can allow major losses of heat in the winter and cool air in the summer, requiring more energy — and money — to keep your home comfortable. Replacing old windows with Energy Star-qualified windows can reduce household energy bills by 7 to 15 percent and will shrink your home’s carbon footprint.

Fresh coat of paint

Isola Homes used bold blue and green paint to give this Wallingford craftsman some Pacific Northwest flair.

This may be the perfect time to kiss your dated mint bathroom or mauve rec room goodbye. A gallon of paint typically costs less than $40 and will provide one-coat coverage for about 350 square feet. If you think you might be putting your house on the market sometime soon, opt for neutral colors that have more universal appeal. Even if you’re staying put, a fresh coat of paint can update and personalize your space for a fraction of the cost of a total remodel.

Lighting

Titled “Serenity in the Woods,” this TN home by Eddie Miles has a warm, yet contemporary feel with under-cabinet lighting.

Updated home lighting can enhance your decor, save on energy costs and increase your safety. Even if a new chandelier isn’t in your budget, dimmer switches will allow you to control the intensity of light throughout your home while saving electricity. A basic dimmer costs less than $15 while fancier, remote-control and programmable dimmers can be purchased for $40 and up.

Metal can or recessed lights will brighten dark corners while under-cabinet light strips can add much-needed light to kitchens, craft rooms and laundry rooms. Unless you have knowledge of electrical wiring, you’ll need to hire a pro to handle the installation.

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9072 Shadow Glen Way, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $354,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1715 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Colonial County Club

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12610 Equestrian Cir #1609, Fort Myers, FL 33907, $73,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1033 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, condo in Fort Myers, FL - 33907

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9038 Shadow Glen Way, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $384,000 3 beds, 2 baths

1719 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Colonial County Club

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15180 Royal Windsor Ln #1102, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $179,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1561 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, condo in Fort Myers, FL - 33919

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1319 Kingswood Ct, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $219,000 3 beds, 3 baths

2060 sqft, 3 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Whiskey Creek

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5321 Summerlin Rd #2102, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $49,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1018 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, condo in Fort Myers, FL - Suntree

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New: Save Photos from Zillow Directly to Your Zillow Digs Profile

Have you ever stumbled across your dream kitchen, or the perfect master bathroom while browsing for homes on Zillow? Maybe you loved the home’s architecture or interior design, but the location wasn’t perfect, or the home was out of budget.

Now you can put those inspiring photos to good use! Starting today you can build your dream home right from Zillow.com with just a click of a button. Using the “Save Image to Digs” icon, consumers can save and share photos from Zillow, the largest database of all homes, directly to their Zillow Digs profile – without even leaving their search screen.

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According to a recent survey, more than 40 percent of Zillow users are planning or doing a home improvement project. So whether you’re on the hunt for a new home or just browsing homes in your dream neighborhood, finding, saving and sharing home inspiration photos just got a whole lot easier. Collect pieces of your dream home and share with friends, family, interior designer or your real estate agent. Maybe your dream home is closer than you think.

Zillow Digs is a hub for home improvement and design ideas with photos of kitchens, bathrooms, outdoor spaces and more – organized by space, style, cost and color. Users can collect images, share favorites and follow others for inspiration from the Zillow Digs App for iPhone and iPad or on the Web.

Check out Zillow Digs today to get started dreaming about home design!

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2,000 Square Feet Under $200,000

Finding the perfect home on a budget can feel impossible. Choosing between a spacious fixer-upper and a tiny furnished apartment may seem hard. But you don’t always have to choose between quality and quantity. For less than $100 per square foot, these homes offer the best of both worlds. Take a closer look at the unbeatable value of these homes.

Gilbert, AZ

3634 E Leslie Dr, Gilbert, AZ

For sale: $199,000

Located 25 miles from Phoenix, this 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom townhouse boasts 2,035 square feet of luxury. Top-notch amenities include a kitchen complete with granite countertops, upgraded cabinets, island and breakfast bar. Relax in the soaking tub or venture to one of the three community pools and spas. Just when it could not get any better, the assigned schools are rated 7-out-of-10 and above by GreatSchools.

Cedar Hills, UT

3814 W Sage Vista Ln, Cedar Hills, UT

For sale: $190,000

Close to running and biking trails, this 2,004-square-foot home overlooks a golf course and offers stunning mountain views. New granite countertops, vaulted ceilings and a finished basement add to the already stellar 4-bedroom 4-bathroom home. Sixteen miles from Provo, the highway is reachable in just minutes. Elementary and junior high schools are ranked an astounding 9-out-of-10 by GreatSchools.

Woodstock, GA

405 Towne Valley Dr, Woodstock, GA

For sale: $179,865

This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home has 2,017 square feet of style, from its hardwood and tile flooring to its updated kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Located 30 miles from Atlanta, this home with private backyard and patio offers seclusion and proximity. All assigned schools are rated an impressive 8-out-of-10 and above by GreatSchools.

Sachse, TX

1811 Blackburn Rd, Sachse, TX

For sale: $159,913

Nestled on one-third of an acre, this 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home boasts 2,059 square feet of sunny, country living. The open family room leads to an expansive kitchen and a breakfast nook facing large windows. Dallas is approximately 30 miles away, and elementary and junior high schools are ranked a solid 8-out-of-10 by GreatSchools.

Williams Bay, WI

82 Cherry St, Williams Bay, WI

For sale: $144,900

This 2,100-square-foot turn of the century home combines Victorian charm with the comfort of modern upgrades, while being only blocks from downtown and the beach. The all-new kitchen sports stainless steel appliances and sleek counters. Located by the beautiful Lake Geneva, the 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home also has incredible schools, all scoring 8-out-of-10 and above by GreatSchools.

Spokane, WA

6011 N Driscoll Blvd, Spokane, WA

For sale: $139,900

This quaint 4-bedroom, 1-bathroom ranch home has been updated extensively, including new appliances. Perfect for kids, an indoor play castle is included with the 2,050-square-foot home. Gardening fans will enjoy the large backyard and garden beds. Close proximity to the Dwight Merkel Sports Complex and schools makes this home perfect for the whole family.

Oneonta, NY

104 River St, Oneonta, NY

For sale: $132,000

Built in 1900, this 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home located in upstate New York boasts gorgeous interior updates. The spacious wood-furnished kitchen includes a range hood and island. The backyard features a deck, decorative pond and gazebo. Walk Score rates the home as 62-out-of-100, with the elementary school and small businesses in walking distance.

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8096 Pelican Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33967, $160,000 3 beds, 2 baths

1340 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33967

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8815 Spring Mountain Way, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $259,900 4 beds, 4 baths

2136 sqft, 4 beds, 4 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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Wednesday, February 26, 2014

17502 Old Harmony Dr #201, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $209,900 3 beds, 2 baths

2188 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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2247 Henderson Ave #2249, Fort Myers, FL 33916, $5,000 2 beds, 2 baths

952 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Dunbar

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1850 French St, Fort Myers, FL 33916, $34,900 3 beds, 3 baths

2484 sqft, 3 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33916

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10119 Colonial Country Club Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $119,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1116 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Colonial County Club

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12731 Chardon Ct, Fort Myers, FL 33912, $344,900 3 beds, 2 baths

2020 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33912

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9255 Hemingway Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $294,900 2 beds, 2 baths

2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33913

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15010 Punta Rassa Rd #103, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $249,000 2 beds, 2 baths

1167 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, condo in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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11110 Harbour Yacht Ct #33A, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $389,000 3 beds, 2 baths

1960 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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220 Temple Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33905, $104,900 2 beds, 2 baths

864 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33905

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19541 Bowring Park Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33967, $215,000 3 beds, 3 baths

2017 sqft, 3 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33967

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15010 Punta Rassa Rd #103, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $289,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1167 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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10357 Nightwood Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33905, $169,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1516 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33905

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7080 Twin Eagle Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33912, $349,900 3 beds, 2 baths

2100 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33912

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4134 Woodside Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33916, $500

Property in Fort Myers, FL - 33916

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17040 Willowcrest Way #108, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $219,400 3 beds, 2 baths

1415 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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15690 Catalpa Cove Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $998,000 4 beds, 4 baths

3909 sqft, 4 beds, 4 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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12570 Equestrian Cir #1401, Fort Myers, FL 33907, $119,000 2 beds, 2 baths

1033 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33907

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128 Zobora Cir, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $115,000 3 beds, 2 baths

3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33913

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8921 Bristol Bnd, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $210,000 2 beds, 2 baths

1314 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, condo in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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11980 Tulio Way #2406, Fort Myers, FL 33912, $269,000 3 beds, 3 baths

1910 sqft, 3 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Paseo

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18408 Oriole Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33967, $120,000 3 beds, 2 baths

3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33967

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9170 Bayberry Bnd #101, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $319,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1856 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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13738 River Forest Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33905, $134,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1420 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33905

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Maine Ave Coral Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33905, $375,000

Vacant lot in Fort Myers, FL - 33905

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19349 Silver Oak Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33967, $327,500 2 beds, 2 baths

2200 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33967

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9575 Hemingway Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $129,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1209 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, property in Fort Myers, FL - Colonial County Club

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14011 Eagle Ridge Lakes Dr #103, Fort Myers, FL 33912, $209,500 3 beds, 2 baths

1385 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33912

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2743 1stst, Fort Myers, FL 33916, $339,000 3 beds, 2 baths

1653 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, condo in Fort Myers, FL - 33916

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1321 Donna Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $379,000 3 beds, 3 baths

3028 sqft, 3 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - McGregor

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19084 Murcott Dr E, Fort Myers, FL 33967, $139,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1204 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33967

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2247 Henderson Ave #2249, Fort Myers, FL 33916, $5,000 2 beds, 2 baths

952 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Dunbar

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529 Adams Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33905, $84,900 4 beds, 2 baths

4 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Piedmont Gardens

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15031 Punta Rassa Rd #506, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $319,000 2 beds, 2 baths

1320 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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How to Sell Your Home in the Winter

While spring is traditionally thought to be the prime season for home buying, people buy and sell homes throughout the year. The need to relocate for a new career, health reasons or the urge for new life experiences can happen at any time. Selling a home can be stressful. Add in harsh weather conditions and you’re likely to experience even more stress.

For sale in winter The lawns will have lost their vibrant green and the weather can sometimes be unbearable. And unlike those warm, inviting summer days, you have fewer daylight hours during which to show off your home. Even so, there is hope.

If you were selling your house in the summer or spring, there is likelihood you would address any cosmetic concerns as part of the staging process. The same attention to detail can apply in the winter. Simple upgrades, like tidying up the exterior, driveways and walkways from ice and snow can have a huge cosmetic impact. Carpet in your home should be clean and in good condition. If possible, your home should have a fresh outside coat of paint. Embark on a mission to make your home clutter-free by keeping personal items and photographs out of view.

Your home should exude a feeling of warmth and charm. Allow light to cascade to help subdue the winter chill. When showing your home during daylight hours, open your draperies or blinds. Showing your home during evening hours gives you an opportunity to choose a pleasant combination of floor or table lamps, which can help impart a warm and comforting glow throughout the home.

Emphasize any features that can make your home more attractive to winter buyers, like an attached garage, new water heaters, skylights or efficient energy upgrades. And take advantage of the opportunity to display your home’s charm by providing a photo portfolio. This can include pictures of your home during spring, summer and fall. Images can be an excellent way to share the beauty of your home during any time of year.

No matter how you choose to make your home more salable, stay within your budget and use your credit wisely. Keep warm in the months ahead — and happy selling.

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Written by Becky Frost, Senior Manager of Consumer Education for Experian Consumer Services. Experian Consumer Services offers credit monitoring products like freecreditscore.com™, which has resources and calculators that help you understand how credit can impact your life. Credit is an important component when buying, renting or refinancing your home.

This article is provided for general guidance and information. It is not intended as, nor should it be construed to be, legal, financial or other professional advice. Please consult with your attorney or financial advisor to discuss any legal or financial issues involved with credit decisions.

Note: The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of Zillow.

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Tuesday, February 25, 2014

9706 Roundstone Cir, Fort Myers, FL 33967, $159,900 3 beds, 3 baths

1707 sqft, 3 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33967

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4877 E Riverside Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33905, $234,900 3 beds, 2 baths

1695 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Tice

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16200 Sandrift Ct, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $99,900 3 beds, 2 baths

1368 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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4556 Illinois Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33905, $40,000 3 beds, 2 baths

1552 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Tice

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9409 Ivy Brook Run #1307, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $99,000 2 beds, 3 baths

1427 sqft, 2 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33913

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3552 Cedar Hammock View Ct, Fort Myers, FL 33905, $57,500

Vacant lot in Fort Myers, FL - 33905

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1651 Royal Palm Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33901, $449,000

Vacant lot in Fort Myers, FL - 33901

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1042 Clarellen Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $449,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1625 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - McGregor

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5598 Hamlet Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $149,900 3 beds, 2 baths

1848 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Whiskey Creek

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2743 1st St #2201, Fort Myers, FL 33916, $339,000 3 beds, 2 baths

1653 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - East 1st Street

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19748 Maddelena Cir, Fort Myers, FL 33967, $499,900 3 beds, 2 baths

3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33967

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10139 Colonial Country Club Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $149,000 2 beds, 2 baths

1530 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Colonial County Club

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1736 Bonnie Ct, Fort Myers, FL 33901, $149,900 3 beds, 2 baths

1712 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33901

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1525 Myerlee Country Club Blvd #4, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $100,000 3 beds, 2 baths

1768 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, property in Fort Myers, FL - 33919

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10441 Blue Beech Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $259,900 3 beds, 3 baths

2090 sqft, 3 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Arborwood

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1168 Lake McGregor Dr #1D, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $79,900 2 beds, 2 baths

975 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, condo in Fort Myers, FL - 33919

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9116 Henry Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33967, $214,900 3 beds, 2 baths

1705 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33967

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1697 McGregor Reserve Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33901, $389,000 4 beds, 2 baths

2469 sqft, 4 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Hamlet

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Maine Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33905, $375,000

Vacant lot in Fort Myers, FL - 33905

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WCI’s Pelican Preserve now offering chateau homes

WCI Communities has introduced a new multifamily neighborhood of Chateau homes at Pelican Preserve, its 55 and over community in Fort Myers. The Palazzo II neighborhood offers three floor plans with prices starting in the $150,000s.

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Lee County’s median price continues to climb

The median price in Lee County continued to move upward with another significant increase in January. The median price of single-family homes increased 27.2 percent or $38,500 when compared to January of last year ($180,000 vs. $141,500) and the median price of condos increased by 20.8 percent or $28,450.

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Matt Simmons elected chairman of the Florida Real Estate Appraisal Board

Matt Simmons, principal in Fort Myers-based real estate appraisal firm Maxwell, Hendry & Simmons, was unanimously elected as the 2014 chairman of the Florida Real Estate Appraisal Board at the group’s February meeting in Orlando. FREAB administers and enforces real estate appraiser license law and passes rules governing appraisers, instructors and appraisal management companies.

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Midwestern mortgage firm opens first Florida office

Tracy VanLandschoot has brought Sterling Heights, Mich.-based Mortgage 1 to Florida with the opening of a new location in Cape Coral. Ms. VanLandschoot is the branch manager of the residential lending firm.

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12720 Equestrian Cir #2708, Fort Myers, FL 33907, $69,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1033 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, condo in Fort Myers, FL - 33907

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5601 Whispering Willow Way, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $499,000 4 beds, 3 baths

2582 sqft, 4 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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9116 Henry Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33967, $214,900 3 beds, 2 baths

1705 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33967

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30-Year Fixed Mortgage Rate Remains Unchanged

Mortgage rates for 30-year fixed mortgages remained unchanged from last week, with the current rate borrowers were quoted on Zillow Mortgage Marketplace at 4.18 percent, the same rate recorded last Tuesday.

The 30-year fixed mortgage rate hovered around 4.22 percent for the majority of the week, dropping to as low as 4.07 percent on Sunday before spiking to the current rate on Monday.

“Rates were steady last week as uncertain economic data left markets with a fuzzy picture of the health of the economy,” said Erin Lantz, director of mortgages at Zillow. “This week, we expect the uncertainty to continue, leaving rates fairly flat.”

Additionally, the 15-year fixed mortgage rate this morning was 3.17 percent and for 5/1 ARMs, the rate was 2.75 percent.

What are the interest rates right now? Check Zillow Mortgage Marketplace for mortgage rate trends and up-to-the-minute mortgage rates for your state.

*The weekly mortgage rate chart illustrates the average 30-year fixed interest in six-hour intervals.

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10726 Cetrella Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $229,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1229 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33913

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10724 Cetrella Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $227,500 2 beds, 2 baths

1229 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33913

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1168 Lake McGregor Dr #1D, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $79,900 2 beds, 2 baths

975 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, condo in Fort Myers, FL - 33919

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16248 Forest Oaks Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $575,000 4 beds, 3.5 baths

3523 sqft, 4 beds, 3.5 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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14880 Lake Olive Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $325,000 3 beds, 2.5 baths

8250 sqft, 3 beds, 2.5 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33919

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6229 Saint Andrews Cir N, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $175,000 3 beds, 2 baths

1375 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Whiskey Creek

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2797 1st St #504, Fort Myers, FL 33916, $245,999 3 beds, 3 baths

1434 sqft, 3 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33916

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8261 Sumner Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $334,900 3 beds, 2 baths

2389 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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6498 Royal Woods Dr #7, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $85,000 3 beds, 2 baths

1076 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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4413 Armeda Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33905, $15,000

Vacant lot in Fort Myers, FL - Tice

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9291 Bayberry Bnd #204, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $289,000 3 beds, 2 baths

1854 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, condo in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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19723 Tesoro Way, Fort Myers, FL 33967, $45,000

Vacant lot in Fort Myers, FL - 33967

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10328 Whispering Palm Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $204,165 2 beds, 2 baths

1554 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, property in Fort Myers, FL - 33913

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14321 Trinidad St, Fort Myers, FL 33905, $8,500

Vacant lot in Fort Myers, FL - 33905

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9005 Colby Dr #1907, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $125,000 3 beds, 2 baths

1222 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, property in Fort Myers, FL - McGregor

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4396 Bowsprit Ct #2C, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $139,000 3 beds, 2 baths

1403 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - McGregor

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12826 Dresden Ct, Fort Myers, FL 33912, $319,000 3 beds, 2 baths

1829 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33912

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12553 Stone Valley Loop, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $169,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1461 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, property in Fort Myers, FL - 33913

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12986 Pennington Pl, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $289,900 3 beds, 3 baths

2297 sqft, 3 beds, 3 baths, condo in Fort Myers, FL - Arborwood

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Monday, February 24, 2014

2743 1st St #2106, Fort Myers, FL 33916, $235,000 2 beds, 2 baths

2 beds, 2 baths, condo in Fort Myers, FL - East 1st Street

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Moving? 9 Tips to Make Packing Easier

You’d really have a hard time finding many folks who enjoy packing for a household move. Still, if you are moving, the packing part must be tackled — whether you do it yourself or hire a crew to do it.

“Packing is expensive, time-consuming and stressful,” said Denise Baron, a home and lifestyle expert in Philadelphia.

If you’re going the DIY route, here are nine tips to make the task simpler:

1. Clear out the junk

Get rid of items you don’t plan to move to your new place, said Lori Matzke, a home-staging expert and former home organizer in Minneapolis.

“If you  intend to give something away to a friend or family member, either deliver  it to them promptly, or set a deadline for them to come and pick it up,” Matzke said.

For those items that aren’t being handed off to friends or relatives, consider selling them at a garage sale or donating them to charity, or simply toss them.

2. Collect free boxes

Rather than forking over money for boxes, check with local grocery, liquor and hardware stores to see whether they can give you leftover ones.

“Liquor store boxes are ideal for books and heavier items, as they are  usually more compact, easier to handle and sturdy,” Matzke said.

3. Label the boxes

Based on the rooms where they’ll go, label boxes on every side.

“You never know how things are going to end up being stocked in the  moving truck, and nothing is more frustrating than having to flip a box  around to find out what room it belongs in,” said Kevin Smits, a residential real estate agent in Frisco, CO.

Matzke recommended picking a labeling color for each room, such as red for the kitchen, blue for the bathrooms and green for the master bedroom.

4. Don’t skimp on tape

Smits said he’s seen far too many people buy cheap packing tape, and then apply just a single piece to the bottom of a box containing Grandma’s cherished china.

“Buy good tape, and buy a lot of it,” Smits said. “It is easy to open  those boxes later with a knife or even a set of keys.”

Don’t forget to pick up a heavy-duty tape  dispenser made for shipping, Matzke advised. You can buy one for $20 or less at office supply stores and other retailers.

5. Consider the weight

“Remember, the bigger the box, the lighter the content,” said Chantale Bordonaro, a professional organizer and relocation specialist in California.

For instance, books should go in small boxes, shoes and clothes in midsize boxes and bedding in large boxes. “It is easier for the movers and won’t break their backs,” Bordonaro said.

6. Stay focused

Finish packing each room before switching to the next, Smits said.

“We tend to get distracted and  fail to finish,” he said. “All this does is leave you with a whole lot of last-minute  packing by throwing unrelated things into a box.”

7. Don’t waste space

To conserve on boxes, you should pack belongings into coolers, totes, laundry hampers, baskets, empty  suitcases and empty drawers, Matzke said.

8. Throw in the towel

Save money on bubble wrap by using towels and clothes as cushioning for glasses and other breakables, Matzke said.

9. Pack the kitchen last

Chances are, all that packing will make you hungry, and you don’t want to be scrounging around for plates, utensils and cups.

“That last farewell dinner in your old home  just isn’t as memorable if you are drinking out of a red Solo cup and  eating on a flimsy paper plate,” Smits said.

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John Egan is the editor in chief at SpareFoot, the country’s largest online marketplace for self-storage.

Note: The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of Zillow.

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14880 Lake Olive Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $325,000 3 beds, 2.5 baths

8250 sqft, 3 beds, 2.5 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33919

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Sunday, February 23, 2014

13208 Radcliffe Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33966, $209,000 2 beds, 2 baths

1306 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33966

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6915 Harbor Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $239,000 3 beds, 2 baths

1834 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - McGregor

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14501 Abaco Lakes Dr #103, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $170,000 2 beds, 2 baths

1508 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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6300 S Pointe Blvd #118, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $54,900 1 bed, 1 bath

644 sqft, 1 bed, 1 bath, property in Fort Myers, FL - 33919

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14500 Laguna Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $149,900

Vacant lot in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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9950 Sailview Ct #2-B1, Fort Myers, FL 33905, $77,000 2 beds, 2 baths

1111 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, condo in Fort Myers, FL - 33905

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13506 Sandy Grove Ct, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $924,990 4 beds, 6 baths

3462 sqft, 4 beds, 6 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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7893 Cameron Cir, Fort Myers, FL 33912, $219,900 3 beds, 2 baths

1385 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33912

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11620 Court Of Palms #106, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $469,000 3 beds, 3 baths

2207 sqft, 3 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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9407 Crocus Ct, Fort Myers, FL 33967, $259,900 3 beds, 2 baths

2163 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33967

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10839 Tiberio Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $279,000 2 beds, 2 baths

1748 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Pelican Preserve

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11126 Laughton Cir, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $263,500 3 beds, 2 baths

1654 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Arborwood

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11999 Palba Way #6403, Fort Myers, FL 33912, $319,000 3 beds, 3 baths

2005 sqft, 3 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Paseo

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847 Courtington Ln #2, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $39,900 2 beds, 2 baths

671 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - McGregor

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14500 Laguna Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $149,900

Vacant lot in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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9735 Seguin Way, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $258,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1715 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33919

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1263 Masanabo Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $299,900 5 beds, 2.5 baths

2909 sqft, 5 beds, 2.5 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - McGregor

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Saturday, February 22, 2014

9429 La Bianco St, Fort Myers, FL 33967, $349,900 3 beds, 3 baths

3 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33967

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17608 Holly Oak Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33967, $235,000 3 beds, 3 baths

2172 sqft, 3 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33967

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8455 Sedonia Cir, Fort Myers, FL 33967, $679,000 3 beds, 3 baths

2806 sqft, 3 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33967

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16471 Millstone Cir #301, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $229,900 3 beds, 2 baths

1499 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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12011 Rosemount Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $699,000 5 beds, 4 baths

3942 sqft, 5 beds, 4 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33913

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1569 Cranford Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33916, $169,900 3 beds, 3 baths

1867 sqft, 3 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Dean Park Historic District

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9170 Southmont Cv #210, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $229,900 3 beds, 2 baths

1497 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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6220 Timberwood Cir #123, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $92,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1084 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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11331 Luanne Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $197,900 3 beds, 2 baths

1888 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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15370 N Pebble Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33912, $159,900

Vacant lot in Fort Myers, FL - 33912

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9129 Gladiolus Preserve Cir, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $319,900 5 beds, 4 baths

3215 sqft, 5 beds, 4 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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8931 Timber Run Ct, Fort Myers, FL 33908, $99,000

Vacant lot in Fort Myers, FL - 33908

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3329 Ottawa Cir #2, Fort Myers, FL 33907, $115,000 2 beds, 2 baths

896 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, property in Fort Myers, FL - 33907

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8093 Country Rd #102, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $48,500 1 bed, 1 bath

511 sqft, 1 bed, 1 bath, condo in Fort Myers, FL - 33919

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12052 Brassie #201, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $189,000 3 beds, 2 baths

2343 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, condo in Fort Myers, FL - 33913

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7012 Constitution Blvd #206, Fort Myers, FL 33967, $59,900 2 beds, 2 baths

932 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33967

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9400 Ivy Brook Run #101, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $118,500 3 beds, 3 baths

1220 sqft, 3 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33913

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2328 Unity Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33901, $85,000 2 beds, 1 bath

1109 sqft, 2 beds, 1 bath, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33901

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5816 Tallowood Cir, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $325,000 3 beds, 3 baths

2362 sqft, 3 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Whiskey Creek

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921 Shaddelee Ln E, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $379,900 3 beds, 3 baths

2372 sqft, 3 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - McGregor

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1375 Eagle Way, Fort Myers, FL 33919, $118,000 2 beds, 2 baths

1258 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33919

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6361 Aragon Way #303, Fort Myers, FL 33966, $99,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1085 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33966

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2019 Lafayette St, Fort Myers, FL 33901, $272,000

Investment in Fort Myers, FL - 33901

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2104 W 1st St #1104, Fort Myers, FL 33901, $437,500 2 beds, 3 baths

2258 sqft, 2 beds, 3 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - West 1st Street

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13322 Hampton Park Ct, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $210,000 4 beds, 2 baths

1926 sqft, 4 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33913

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12760 Aston Oaks Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33912, $265,000 4 beds, 2 baths

2215 sqft, 4 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - 33912

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10036 Horse Creek Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33913, $247,900 2 beds, 2 baths

1709 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Fort Myers, FL - Colonial County Club

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Tommy Emmanuel - Date: February 25, 2014 7:30 PM

Location: Fort Myers - Two-time Grammy nominee Tommy Emmanuel is one of Australia’s most respected musicians. With a professional career spanning five decades, Tommy has garnered hundreds of thousands of loyal fans worldwide. His unusual talent and life are common lore in Australia: born into a musical family, Tommy got his first guitar at age 4 and was taught by his mother. He quickly learned by ear, with no formal instruction, and has never read music. By age 6, he was working as a professional musician in the family band (variously named The Emmanuel Quartet, The Midget Surfaries and The Trailblazers). By the age of 10, young Tommy had already played his way across Australia. In the 1970s, Tommy was in high demand as a session player and sideman: he played on recordings for Air Supply, Men at Work and dozens of other popular bands and artists, as well as thousands of commercial jingles and tunes. Some of his most notable appearances were on the Air Supply hit singles “Lost in Love,” “All Out of Love,” “Every Woman in the World,” and “Now and Forever.” Tommy soon became known as one of the best modern guitarists in Australia. In 1985 he joined one of the decade’s biggest Australian rock bands, Dragon, and recorded the platinum-selling album Dreams of Ordinary Men. It is for his successful solo career, however, that Tommy is best known. In the 1980s, Tommy finally met and got to play with his hero, Chet Atkins, in Nashville, TN. From that magical moment forward, Atkins took him under his wing, and the influences are evident throughout Tommy’s music: in his personal philosophy, technical precision, virtuosic improvisations and unusually broad repertoire (encompassing not only country and bluegrass, but pop, jazz, blues, gospel, even classical, flamenco, and aboriginal styles). Tommy speaks of his mentor with the love and gratitude of a son, and his dream of recording with Chet Atkins came true in 1996 when the pair made an album titled The Day The Finger Pickers Took Over The World for which Tommy received his first Grammy award nomination. Chet honored Tommy with the title of “Certified Guitar Player” for his contribution to guitar music, a very rare distinction shared by only four other people in the world. After an amazing performance with his brother Phil at the Sydney Olympic Games Closing Ceremony, the world wanted to know who this mysterious Australian guitar virtuoso was. In 2001, Tommy released his first solo-acoustic album, ONLY and his popularity has grown by leaps and bounds aided by a non-stop touring schedule and increasing exposure in the media. His album The Mystery earned him another Grammy nomination, and in 2008 Guitar Player Magazine and Acoustic Guitar Magazine named him Best Acoustic Guitarist and Gold Medalist in the Readers’ Choice and Players’ Choice Awards. Guitar Player’s 2010 Readers Choice awards named him Best Acoustic Guitarist for the second time! In all, Tommy’s catalogue includes over 20 musical recordings of solos, duets, ensembles, cover tunes, originals, utilizing both electric and acoustic guitar. He has made 6 live performance DVDs, 6 additional instructional DVDs and CDRoms, and he regularly teaches master classes on the road. His most recent release of original material is the 2-disc album Little By Little but Tommy’s latest offering is “The Colonel and the Governor”, a jazz-inspired duet album recorded with the equally talented Martin Taylor. Tuesday, February 25 – 7:30PM

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