ClosingwithCristine

02/12/2026

Right now, homes in the $350k–$750k range are moving fast, but not every property is the right investment. Some neighborhoods are holding value, some are appreciating faster than others, and the timing of your offer can make the difference between winning your dream home or overpaying.

Before you write an offer, here’s what smart buyers are doing:

1). Checking inventory trends to spot where demand is slowing.

2). Understanding seller motivation to leverage negotiation.

3). Timing offers for maximum advantage without overpaying.

Don’t let fear or hesitation cost you thousands. Get the insights buyers like you are using to win — before you make your move. Contact me today and let's get the conversation going.

Cristine Marinelli Ernsdorff
Realtor®
Century 21 Selling Paradise
239-826-2977
[email protected]
www.coastalbycristine.com

~ Your favorite Italian Realtor® in SWFL 🦩
𝘾𝙡𝙤𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙢𝙚 𝙞𝙣 𝙗𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨, 𝙈𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙞’𝙨 𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙢𝙚 𝙛𝙪𝙣

02/12/2026

Real estate has been a natural evolution of my career, blending years in sales with my experience building single-family homes in our community. Becoming an agent allowed me to bring those skills together to do what I enjoy most — helping people navigate one of life’s biggest financial and personal decisions with confidence and clarity. My focus is simple: build lasting relationships, deliver real results, and be a trusted resource for my clients and neighbors whenever real estate questions arise. I'm always here to provide guidance! Please reach out any time to connect. I'm always up for good conversation...real estate or not! ;-) Cristine Marinelli Ernsdorff
Realtor®
Century 21 Selling Paradise
239-826-2977
[email protected]
www.coastalbycristine.com

~ Your favorite Italian Realtor® in SWFL 🦩
𝘾𝙡𝙤𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙢𝙚 𝙞𝙣 𝙗𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨, 𝙈𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙞’𝙨 𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙢𝙚 𝙛𝙪𝙣

02/10/2026

Explore the beauty of coastal living and find your dream home today! Visit coastalbycristine.com to uncover stunning properties that await your discovery.

Cristine Marinelli Ernsdorff
Realtor®
Century 21 Selling Paradise
239-826-2977
[email protected]
www.coastalbycristine.com

~ Your favorite Italian Realtor® in SWFL 🦩
𝘾𝙡𝙤𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙢𝙚 𝙞𝙣 𝙗𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨, 𝙈𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙞’𝙨 𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙢𝙚 𝙛𝙪𝙣

02/06/2026

A coastal paradise awaits your discovery online. Dive into a world of stunning properties and find your perfect home at coastalbycristine.com.

Cristine Marinelli Ernsdorff
Realtor®
Century 21 Selling Paradise
239-826-2977
[email protected]
www.coastalbycristine.com

~ Your favorite Italian Realtor® in SWFL 🦩
𝘾𝙡𝙤𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙢𝙚 𝙞𝙣 𝙗𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨, 𝙈𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙞’𝙨 𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙢𝙚 𝙛𝙪𝙣

01/27/2026

The coastal dream looks different for everyone. Whether it’s waterfront living or a beautiful home just minutes from the shore, coastalbycristine.com offers a wide variety of homes to fit many lifestyles and price ranges. Your version of paradise starts here. Visit my website and schedule a consultation today! coastalbycristine.com.

Let's get you in your dream home!

Cristine Marinelli Ernsdorff
Realtor®
Century 21 Selling Paradise
239-826-2977
[email protected]
www.coastalbycristine.com

~ Your favorite Italian Realtor in SWFL 🦩
𝘾𝙡𝙤𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙢𝙚 𝙞𝙣 𝙗𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨, 𝙈𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙞’𝙨 𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙢𝙚 𝙛𝙪𝙣

01/21/2026

Rates Just Hit Their Lowest Point in Over Two Years — Here’s Why That Matters

There’s encouraging news in today’s market: mortgage rates have dropped to their lowest level since September 2022. We are now seeing rates dip below 6%, with current options around 5.99%, and in some cases even lower with a lender-assisted rate buydown.

What does this mean for buyers? Simply put, increased purchasing power. A lower rate can significantly reduce your monthly payment, improve affordability, or allow you to consider a home that may have previously been just out of reach. For those already owning a home, this shift may also present a timely opportunity to explore refinancing and potentially lower your monthly expenses.

If you’ve been waiting on the sidelines, are casually exploring options, or want to understand how this could impact your specific situation, now is a great time to have a conversation. I’m happy to walk through buying or refinancing scenarios and connect you with a trusted lender to review current options.

If this sounds like something you’d like to explore, let’s talk today while this window is open! Call, text or email yours truly & let's chat!

Cristine Marinelli Ernsdorff
Realtor®
Century 21 Selling Paradise
239-826-2977
[email protected]
www.coastalbycristine.com

~ Your favorite Italian in SWFL 🦩
𝘾𝙡𝙤𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙢𝙚 𝙞𝙣 𝙗𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨, 𝙈𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙞’𝙨 𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙢𝙚 𝙛𝙪𝙣

01/19/2026

Waterfront living is just one part of the story. At coastalbycristine.com, you’ll find an exceptional selection of homes—from coastal classics to inland gems—across a wide range of price points. Your perfect place in paradise is closer than you think.

Cristine Marinelli Ernsdorff
Realtor®
Century 21 Selling Paradise
239-826-2977
[email protected]
www.coastalbycristine.com

~ Your favorite Italian Agent in SWFL 🦩
𝘾𝙡𝙤𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙢𝙚 𝙞𝙣 𝙗𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨, 𝙈𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙞’𝙨 𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙢𝙚 𝙛𝙪𝙣

01/16/2026

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And Fridays are for people who know a good opportunity when they see one.

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Visit www.coastalbycristine.com and get all the good scoop!

Cristine Marinelli Ernsdorff
Realtor®
Century 21 Selling Paradise
239-826-2977
[email protected]
🌎 www.coastalbycristine.com

Live where every sunrise feels like vacation!

01/16/2026

The perfect investment property is right here! Contact me today for your private tour!! 🙌🏼🏡

💦 Waterfront
🛌 3 bed
🛀 2 bath
🌟 Oversized Triple corner lot 😱
🏡 Situated in the desirable SW Cape Coral & off the impressive Surfside Blvd

The best part?! My seller is motivated!! Let’s get this deal done & you can own your slice of waterfront paradise way under the typical price point!! Deals like this don’t come around very often!! Go take a 👀 now!!

Cristine Marinelli Ernsdorff
Realtor®
Century 21 Selling Paradise
239-826-2977
[email protected]
🌎 www.coastalbycristine.com

~ Your favorite Italian 🇮🇹 Realtor® in SWFL 🦩
𝘾𝙡𝙤𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙢𝙚 𝙞𝙣 𝙗𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨, 𝙈𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙞’𝙨 𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙢𝙚 𝙛𝙪𝙣

Gulf Access Opportunity!Discover the potential of this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home with a 2-car garage, perfectly situated on a desirable Oversized Triple corner lot with direct Gulf access via the Camarin Canal. Enjoy waterfront living with your own concrete dock, ideal for boating enthusiasts!Inside, y...

01/02/2026

Make an offer my Seller can’t refuse…

This waterfront beauty is sittin’ pretty in desirable SW Cape Coral—on an oversized triple lot, no less. We’re talkin’ open layout, breathtaking canal views, and easy Gulf access for when you want to make a smooth getaway by boat. ⛴

A brand-new roof (2024) keeps everything solid up top, while the water views do all the talking. Whether you’re lookin’ to invest, renovate, or hold onto a prime piece of Southwest Florida real estate, this one’s got “smart move” written all over it.

Opportunities like this don’t come around often—so don’t hesitate.
Because in this market… you either make the move, or you watch someone else take it.

📍 SW Cape Coral | Waterfront | Gulf Access

Cristine Marinelli Ernsdorff
Realtor®
Century 21 Selling Paradise
239-826-2977
[email protected]
www.coastalbycristine.com

~ Your favorite Italian 🇮🇹 in SWFL 🦩
𝘾𝙡𝙤𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙢𝙚 𝙞𝙣 𝙗𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨, 𝙈𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙞’𝙨 𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙢𝙚 𝙛𝙪𝙣

Home for sale in: Cape Coral, FL
3 beds 2 baths
Available at: $409,000
For more info click here: https://marketing.realogy.imprev.net/i/2618SW32ndLane/440297/2026000080/4522/html/website/ActiveStatus/branded/index.html

Gulf Access Opportunity!Discover the potential of this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home with a 2-car garage, perfectly situated on a desirable Oversized Triple corner lot with direct Gulf access via the Camarin Canal. Enjoy waterfront living with your own concrete dock, ideal for boating enthusiasts!Inside, y...

12/20/2025

Sure thing boo. I got you 😉

12/20/2025

Imagine your ideal home feature—what would it be? Share your thoughts in the comments and let’s dream together about the perfect space.