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There is a Good Variety of Real Estate to be Found on Marcos IslandTHERE IS A GOOD VARIETY OF REAL ESTATE TO BE FOUND ON MARCOS ISLAND

Marcos Island, for many, is a dream Florida tropical destination, for both vacationing and living full time. It is truly a place to purchase a dream home. An ideal dream home can look completely different from one buyer to the next. For one buyer, it may be a low-maintenance condo that feels like living in a hotel resort, while others may prefer a larger property on a less beaten path that offers optimal quiet.

No matter what you have seen in your dreams as the perfect Florida island oasis, you may just find it here on Marcos Island.

Beachfront Properties on Marco Island

The largest attraction to real estate is the many amazing beachfront properties. The white sand beaches…

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Marco Island Rated as One of the Best Places to Retire

Marco Island Rated as One of the Best Places to RetireMarco Island, Sarasota, and Naples have come in as some of the top places in the country for retirees. It's no secret that Marco Island Florida offers luxurious beachfront accommodations, residences, condominium communities, and buildings as well as single-family homes and gated golf communities. But in general, Florida eight dominates this year's ranking of the Best Places to Retire based on the latest research by US News & World Report.

The top five places in the country include Sarasota, Naples – Marco Island, Daytona Beach, Melbourne, and the Fort Myers, Cape Coral area. Florida has always been on the docket for retirees. Our warm weather, beach atmosphere, year-round outdoor activities, and…

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The benefits of Purchasing a Condo on Marco Island that Allows Weekly RentalsThe Benefits of Purchasing a Condo on Marco Island that Allows Weekly Rentals

Most of the condo communities on Marco Island require a minimum rental period of at least 30 days. This can be a great benefit of those who own a condo in the community as it is much quieter and brings less resident turnover. For many Marco Island condo owners this is a must, but it can be a negative attribute if you are hoping to purchase a condo on Marco Island to help generate some extra cash flow with rental income.

If you’re looking to purchase a vacation condo, or a condo to turn into a vacation rental property, no matter where you purchase you will be able to easily rent out your Marco Island condo for the minimum rental period. It is just a bit more profitable to…

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New Art-O-Mat at the Center for the Arts

New Art-O-Mat at the Center for the Arts

The Center for the Arts on Marco Island recently added a new way to purchase art for those visiting the facility at 1010 Winterberry Dr., Marco Island. The art-o-mat. This machine is made from a re-purposed cigarette machine offering each person that visits a very easy and affordable way to purchase a small piece of handmade art.

The Inspiration for the invention of the art-o-mat machine came from the artist Clark Whittington while he observed a friend who fell in love with the crinkle of cellophane. When Clark’s friend heard someone opening a snack, he had an uncontrollable urge to go and have a snack as well. Clark Whittington used a recently banned cigarette machine to create the first Art-o-mat as…

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4 Key Outdoor Amenities to Have in a Luxury Home


With more of us working from home and spending time at home, the amount of on-site amenities has become more important than ever as well as the quality. However, we don't want to spend our entire lives indoors so looking for outdoor amenities and entertainment options has become a priority in many homebuyers looking in the luxury real estate market. If you're planning on listing your property or just doing some research on what's out there in the Marco Island real estate market, here are four key outdoor amenities to have in a luxury home.

4 key outdoor amenities to have in a luxury Marco Island home

#1. Separate outdoor zones.

While we may love our family, we don't want to spend 24 hours a day with them so having some separate outdoor zones is a great…

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Why Fall is a Smart Time to Purchase a Vacation Home

Why Fall is a Smart Time to Purchase a Vacation Home

As the seasons change, school starts, sports get back into gear, job obligations ramp up, and the weather gets a little cooler any thoughts of vacation, for most people are the furthest from their mind. Those amazing times at a summer cottage on the beach are just memories as you step into the next phase of your busy life. But if you are planning to purchase a vacation home fall is an ideal time for vacation home shopping.

Right now, vacation properties are in high demand due to people looking for safer and more relaxed ways to vacation coupled with the most amazing mortgage interest rates in recent history. Though the real estate market is staying strong, August has shown a small bit of a…

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The Best Food on Marco Island, FL 

If you’re planning on traveling to Florida, here are some savory dining options that will be the highlight of your trip! From family-friendly dining to a romantic sunset dinner, here are some places on Marco Island you won’t want to miss. 

Mango’s Dockside Bistro Mango’s Dockside Bistro

Mango’s is a locally owned and operated bistro offering a family-friendly, fun tropical atmosphere with a beautiful view of the marina while you dine. Their fresh seafood menu is touted as the best in the area, with Blackened Whitefish and Twin Lobster Tails being a couple of the highlights on their menu. To complement their delicious meal options, they serve a bountiful specialty drink list, including an Espresso Martini that will make your mouth…

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The Most Cost-Effective Energy Source for a Single-Family Home

The most cost-effective energy source for a single-family home could be widely argued for many reasons. There are many ways to run a cost-effective energy source in a single-family home, but it may be determined by what your family's needs and uses are, which isn't one-size-fits-all. There are many ways to approach effective energy sources, but are they the most cost-effective? Let’s take a look at some options. The most cost-effective energy source for a single-family home could be widely argued for many reasons. There are many ways to run a cost-effective energy source in a single-family home, but it may be determined by what your family's needs and uses are, which isn't one-size-fits-all. There are many ways to approach effective energy sources, but are they the most cost-effective? Let’s take a look at some options. You can start by simply replacing smaller or larger appliances with more energy-efficient appliances. This can be as simple as the light bulbs you are using or as complex as the entire AC unit you are planning to have installed. Heating and air/ water heating are some of the largest energy expenses in the home but they can be more cost-effective if replaced by newer energy-efficient systems. The needs of each home to be energy efficient are different and what is most cost-effective will differ depending on where you live. The two biggest conversations that surround cost-effective energy sources for single-family homes revolve around solar, wind, or hydropower systems. Small Solar Electric Systems These systems are pollution-free electricity producers that are known to be very reliable. These systems can be cost-effective in areas where it is difficult or expensive to get electricity to your property. With solar systems, you can sometimes earn money back by selling excess power to the energy grid. Related: What is the most efficient temperature to keep your home at? Small Wind Electric Systems Small wind electric systems can be used for a plethora of things in a single-family home property or a larger property that has farming or ranching. These systems are known to be overall most cost-effective for a home-based system. Micro Hydropower Systems These systems can work for a larger home, hotel, or ranch property. They can produce up to 100 kilowatts of electricity. Small Hybrid Solar and Wind Electric Systems These systems use solar and wing operations at their peak time that the energy source is available during the day. These systems are the most effective in their energy use and will provide you the power you need and when you need it. Hydroelectric Power Hydroelectric power is currently the most cost-efficient. It averages at $0.05 per kilowatt hour. This has been available the longest because the technology has been in place for a while. It is also very consistent in how it produces energy. Of the five systems above you can clearly see that all options vary in how cost-effective they are and it seems that the small wind electric systems and hydroelectric power are the two most cost-effective even though they are not the most widely marketed. Knowing all this may allow you to make a more informed decision on alternative energy sources for your Marco Island home or if you're currently in the market for a property with more energy-saving sources, give me a call any time. I'd love to offer a list of all active properties on Marco Island that offer alternative energy sources.

You can start by simply replacing smaller or larger appliances with more energy-efficient appliances. This can be as simple as the light bulbs you are using or as complex as the entire AC unit you are planning to have installed. Heating and air/ water heating are some of the…

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