For buyers
Southwest Florida moves fast. You want an agent who knows the neighborhoods and negotiates hard. That is the job.
When you work with me, you work with me. I show the homes, write the offers, and pick up the phone when a question comes up at 8pm. I have helped buyers find first homes, winter places, and investment properties across Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, and Fort Myers for 15 years.
Several of my clients have closed below asking price, even in a competitive market. That comes from knowing local values, reading the seller's situation, and writing an offer that gets taken seriously.
Who I work with
You will not feel lost. I explain every step in plain language, from pre-approval to the closing table, and answer every question without making you feel rushed.
Moving from out of state is harder when you cannot tour in person. I am your eyes on the ground, with honest takes on neighborhoods, commutes, and what a listing photo leaves out.
A seasonal place should fit how you actually live. I help you weigh communities, HOA rules, rental potential, and the costs that do not show up in the list price.
I look at a property the way you do. We run the numbers on price, rent, and resale before you fall for the kitchen, so the deal stands on its own.
The process
We talk through your budget, your must-haves, and your timeline. You get connected with a solid lender so your offer carries weight.
We tour homes that fit. I tell you what I would flag if it were my own money, the good and the bad.
When you find it, I write a strong offer and negotiate price, terms, and repairs to protect your money.
I manage inspections, the appraisal, and the paperwork, and keep you posted so closing day holds no surprises.
Yes, and it helps you more than it helps me. A pre-approval tells you what you can actually spend, and it makes your offer carry weight with a seller. If you do not have a lender yet, I will connect you with a solid local one.
Closing costs, the home inspection, and insurance, plus HOA or CDD fees in many Southwest Florida communities. Flood insurance can matter too, depending on the flood zone. I lay these out on any home before you write an offer. See: What buyers pay at closing in Naples, What CDD fees are.
Yes. Many of my buyers are relocating. I am your eyes on the ground: I walk the homes, tell you what the listing photos leave out, and give you an honest take on the neighborhood and the commute. See: Naples vs Bonita Springs vs Estero vs Fort Myers.
It depends on your budget and how you want to spend your days. Naples carries the highest prices in the region, and Bonita Springs, Estero, and Fort Myers each trade off price, lifestyle, and drive times differently. Tell me what matters and I will narrow it to two or three communities that fit. See: Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, Fort Myers.
From buyers I have worked with
As a first-time home buyer, my wife and I had many questions. He guided us through the process and gave us great advice. He is very knowledgeable about the market. I could not have asked for a better realtor.
Coming from Wisconsin and not knowing what to expect from the Florida market, John brought real expertise to the table. After our first offer fell through, he quickly found us another condo, and it is better than the first.
John was fantastic to work with. His patience and creativity helped us find a house exactly where we were looking.
Tell me what you are after and your timeline. I will tell you honestly what is realistic in today's market.