March 31, 2021

Luxury Portfolio: Second Home Showcase in Naples 

Second home markets were among the most successful real estate markets in 2020, offering rare luxuries such as privacy, space, and gorgeous natural surroundings. Accordingly, LPI has gathered insight from 6 major second home markets for a limited blog series, "Second Home Market Showcase."

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March 20, 2021 

February: Home Prices Continue to Rise as Inventory Shrinks

The statewide inventory of active single-family home listings, which Florida Realtors has been tracking since January 2008, is currently at an all-time low. And the scarcity of inventory and high demand for existing homes continues to drive home prices higher.

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Feburary 06, 2021
Luxury Portfolio: Luxury Lifestyle: Living Extends Outdoors
Backyards, balconies, and other exterior spaces require the same thoughtfulness of our interiors. Create an outdoor space that is worth living in with dazzling furniture and accessories. 

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January 14th, 2021
Single-Family Rentals: A Good Deal for Investors
Single-family rentals have increased by 31% in the past 10 years and make up 42% of the housing stock, Lublin noted during his session about buying, selling, and managing single-family rentals at the National Association of Realtors®’ (NAR) convention last year.
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December 28th, 2020
5 HOME ARCHITECTURAL STYLES: LUXURY PORTFOLIO TRENDS
Dive into 5 Home Architectural Styles with Luxury Portfolio's Trends. Anywhere from contemporary to the charming classic designs, a preferred home style says a lot about a homeowner's sense of style. 
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December 14th, 2020
5 REASONS WHY YOU NEED A HEATED TOWEL RACK IN YOUR BATHROOM: OCEAN HOME MAGAZINE
Reduce bacteria buildup, lessen your laundry loads and environmental impact, and get ready for fresh, warm towels each time you shower.
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December 08, 2020
Naples Botanical Garden: Christmas Lights - Night Lights in the Garden
The holiday affair at the “root” of many family traditions returns again this year! Stroll pathways illuminated with millions of lights. Enjoy special holiday cocktails and menu items at Fogg Café. Hum along to favorite tunes performed by live musicians. New designs this year promise to add an element of surprise and delight, including the illuminated sculptures from our current exhibition, Steve Tobin: Nature Underground.
 
November 25, 2020
Stunning Thanksgiving Table Decor Ideas for 2020
Even if your Thanksgiving get-together is a little smaller and more intimate this year, you can still make it festive with one of these creative Thanksgiving table decor ideas. Visit Real Simple  for decorating ideas.
November 10, 2020
Create the Perfect Office Space: Luxury Portfolio
 
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As Luxury Portfolio states...working from home has been a growing trend for years, but recent events have accelerated its adoption, making home offices even more of an essential amenity than before. Looking to build a new work haven or reconfigure an existing space? Visit Luxury Portfolio's latest trending blogs to find out the latest design tips for creating your at home office space. 
October 16, 2020
Residential Rankings: Elliot Eisenberg
Over the next five to ten years, housing will enjoy a nice tailwind primarily due to demographics. With the youngest Millennials now 26, the demand for single-family units will steadily rise, but the Millennial’s inability to accumulate wealth due to two deep recessions will prevent many from having a down-payment. Thus, I suspect single-family rentals will be the best market, followed by the owner-occupied single-family market, and lastly multifamily.
October 10, 2020
How to Make Your Home's Entryway Pop
The entrance of your home says a lot about your character, from interior design to overall aesthetics. Below are some helpful tips for making sure your space wows you and your guests every time. Helpful Tips.
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October 1, 2020
In The Know: Naples keeps stretching south on U.S. 41 toward Everglades City, with new stores and developments.
Visit this link to see more about the article. Set to finish Summer 2021. 
The intersection of Collier Boulevard and U.S. 41 earlier this year. The view is looking south toward Marco Island. Make a left turn onto U.S. 41, and you'll see all the walls and new development that's now almost encroaching on Collier-Seminole State Park 6.5 miles away.
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September 21, 2020
How to Make Your Closet Feel Like a Luxury Boutique 
The walk-in closet has come a long way. For many luxury homeowners, it’s much more than a place to simply store your clothes. These days, master suites often include full-sized dressing rooms that rival a luxury boutique and offer an experience each time you step into your closet. If you want to get this look for your dressing area, here are a few tips to make it happen.
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September 01, 2020
The 10 Luxury Wellness Escapes You'll Want to Book for 2020: Town & Country Magazine
Dive into the latest Town & Country Magazine that shares the luxury retreats for the perfect escape leaving you feeling relaxed and lavish after fulfilling the best wellness retreats. 
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August 18, 2020
4 Ways to Make a Home Workout Work for You
What a great article written by Christie's International Real Estate discussing how you can still get your exercise results by creating your own workout space. Catch up on ideas and Make the most of your space
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 August 10, 2020
Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort to enhance its outdoor experience with waterpark, outdoor restaurant! | Naples Daily News
The Ritz Carlton is making a multimillion-dollar upgrade including an indoor water park and a new outdoor restaurant. 
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July 27, 2020 
4 Home Features Perfect for New Families | Luxury Properties
If you’re getting ready to start an exciting new chapter, here are several home features that are ideal for new families. 
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July 08, 2020
5 Ways to Organize Your Space | Luxury Portfolio
As you spend more time in your home, it is essential for you and your family to stay comfortable. Luxury Portfolio has identified 5 different ways to organize your home, to simplifying your daily routine both mentally and physically. Visit the link above to see ideas on how you can make different spaces in your house as organized as this article. 
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June 18, 2020
Does a Buyer or Seller Pay The Condo Quarterly Assessment? | Florida Realtors 
This is a great article if you are not sure whether the buyer or the seller pays the condo quarterly assessment fees. Having a realtor who is an expert on Florida housing laws is the safest option for both the seller and the buyer. This is a wonderful representation of how important it is to have a realtor who can guide you step by step.
May 27, 2020
Hefty Housing | Dr. Elliot Eisenberg
Housing is rebounding surprisingly well! Home prices are solidly rising by the low to mid-single digits, new home sales probably bottomed in March at 619,000, first-time mortgage applications are up 9% Y-o-Y after being down 35% just six weeks ago, and existing sales will bottom no later than June (reflecting contracts signed in April and May). Yet housing will not lead us out of recession; that is entirely Covid-19 path dependent.
March 15, 2020
Trending: In-Home Wellness Amenities | Luxury Portfolio 
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Homeowners have expanded or utilized spaces in their homes for in-home wellness activities. With this day in age the new norm is health and protecting your wellbeing both physical, spiritual and intellectual. Check out Luxury Portfolio blogs for ideas on how to utilize your space. 
February 17, 2020
A resort style home: Luxury Portfolio 
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Having a home with thrilling outdoor amenities is just the first thing to consider when you purchase or custom design a resort style home. Luxury Portfolio provides stunning examples from Palm Beach, Florida to showcase just a few things to consider for your backyard. 
January 26, 2020 
Another great housing blog from Elliot's Eisenberg, the Bowtie Economist: Hot House 
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Existing home sales are on the move since 2018. The housing market is on a steady beat whether you are buying or selling your home. 
January 21, 2020
Awesome blog from Elliot's Eisenberg, the Bowtie Economist: Transitory Totals. 
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He remarkably makes economics not sound foreign to home buyers and sellers. His recent article is a great snippet on single-family homes and how the rise for them has increased tremendously factoring the weather. No other place to be than in Naples, Florida. 
January 09, 2020
Elliot's Eisenberg, the Bowtie Economist: Advanced Age 
 
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The median age of a home buyer continues to grow! 
December - 2019 
Luxe Trends 2019 Gift Guide 
 
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As the holiday season approaches we always want to find the hottest trend or most creative way of hosting a party that is memorable. Luxe Trends showcases the Ritz-Carlton's most recent article on how you can raise the bar this season at any holiday party with Asprey Trolley barware. The perfect complement to any home bar, dining room or living space, this exclusive Art Deco-inspired piece that is essential for any living space. 
November 20, 2019
Elliot's Eisenberg, the Bowtie Economist: Housing Horray! 
The perfect time to buy a home is now according to Elliot Eisenberg, the Bowtie Economist. Great Article on home buying!
November - 2019 
Houzz 10 Design Trends 
 
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10 Design Trends making their way through homeowners doorways. Some of these trends take it way back utilizing spaces by implementing wooden ceiling beams and arched doorways, others are adding individuality with design elements such as wall and door decals. Many are transitioning into a high gloss finish throughout the kitchen appliances to open up spaces and create a sleek look that is pleasing to the eye. Visit Houzz 10 Design Trends Coming to a Home Near You for more design trends on revamping any space of your home.
October 15, 2019 
Elliot's Eisenberg, Bowtie Economics: Tariff Travails 
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Eisenberg does it again! With the United States slapping China with new tariff's that means right now is the time to build or purchase a home. 
October - 2019 
Luxe Trends: Trends in Home Design 
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Luxe Trends provides all insights into the high-end property market around the world. Take a look at these luxury estate homes that Luxe Trends identifies as emerging trends. 
September 2019 
Luxe Trends: Making A Statement: Contemporary Homes
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Merging elements of art and architecture in contemporary homes around the world have taken the market by surprise! Visit Luxe Trends to see the featured functionality of homes worldwide.
September 26, 2019
Elliot's Eisenberg, the Bowtie Economist: Happy Housing
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Quick snippet on the housing market! Multi-family homes continue to be on the rise. 
August 30, 2019 
Elliot's Eisenberg, the Bowtie Economist: Mongolian Master
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For all you Derby fans, this article is for you! Being the longest multi-horse race in the world, this 70-year old and his horse came in 8th place which included over 80 hours of racing. 
August 16, 2019  
Elliot's Eisenberg, the Bowtie Economist: Sneaker Stupidity 
 
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Flashback to the seventies where the mainstream fashion was revolutionary. From jeans to hushed hues and pastels served as further softening agents in a pivotal point of this effortless style trend. Elliot Eisenberg's latest blog on sneaker stupidity shares a pair of unworn 1972 Nike waffle racing flat ‘moon’ shoes sold at auction for $437,500 surpassing any existence of modern-day shoes.