Lana Vogel - Realtor

07/21/2026

New construction permits are up 17% and someone will buy it. Builders still offering great incentives!

Tampa led with 2,300 permits in the state, followed by Southwest Florida with 1,895. Together, the two regions accounted for about 56% of the total.

07/15/2026

More inventory=Softer prices, and that is just how market works

The July 2026 Mortgage Monitor found most major Florida metros have more inventory than before the pandemic, though levels have eased from last year’s highs. Lakeland and Orlando had the largest surpluses, while Miami was the only major Florida market tracked below pre-pandemic norms.

07/04/2026

Ha ha! True! Happy 4th of July!

04/09/2026

After years of gridlock driven by high rates and limited supply, the data suggests the market is starting to see movement again.

Affordability is improving, first-time buyers are returning and inventory is slowly rising. Here's what to watch this season.

03/20/2026

Gulf access, private dock and lift, not in flood zone! Low HOA fee that includes yard maintenance! Offered at $545K

03/19/2026

Timing does matter but there is never a bad time to list the home for sale if you need to sell.

Florida sellers could see higher prices and quicker sales by listing in early to mid-April. Here’s why timing your listing could make a difference this spring.

03/14/2026

Lots of space in his home! Gated community. Low fees include yard work. Not in flood zone!

This 2190 square feet Single Family home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It is located at 9391 Palm Island Cir, North Fort Myers, FL.

03/14/2026

Elegant spacious home with serene preserve views in golfing community of Magnolia Landing. Come see!

This 2222 square feet Single Family home has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It is located at 3760 Crosswater Dr, North Fort Myers, FL.

03/10/2026

Indeed, the market is sluggish

U.S. home sales hit their lowest level in 14 years in 2025, marking the third straight year of sluggish activity. Combined new and existing home sales totaled 4.74 million, barely changed from 2024 and the weakest since 2011. The culprit remains elevated mortgage rates, which have suppressed the market since 2022. "The last three years have had total sales levels on par with the years following the global financial crisis," said Realtor.com senior economist Joel Berner.

03/09/2026

Gulf access with private dock! Not in flood zone! Exceptionally well maintained. Message me for more info or if you want to view it.

This 1758 square feet Single Family home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It is located at 9262 Palm Island Cir, North Fort Myers, FL.