Do you have customers that are ready to trade their snow shovels for golf clubs, tennis racquets, beach chairs and flip flops?

New England and Mid Atlantic region residents are moving to Florida. Some as their primary residence and others purchasing second homes or investment properties. According to U.S. News & World Report, nearly 1,000 people are moving to Florida every day! There are so many reasons why people are choosing Florida. Take a look at this recent article where Naples is ranked among the happiest places to live in the United States.

I can’t say enough about Naples. We have beautiful beaches, 100+ golf courses, world-class tennis facilities, luxurious restaurants, easy access to domestic and international transportation and most importantly, amazing people!

Those of you living in Connecticut will appreciate the current tax situation in Florida. According to stateofflorida.com, “Florida ranks low in terms of the tax burden placed on residents. Based on income, property and other state and local tax collections, the Tax Foundation research organization ranks Florida among the lowest tax states (Florida ranks #5 among the 50 states in 2013). Sales tax rate is 6%. Income tax is 0%

Tired of shoveling snow and braving the cold? According to bestplaces.net, “On average, there are 264 sunny days per year in Naples, Florida.” Our average winter temperature is a very comfortable 78 degrees. Tough to argue with that! The Red Sox chose nearby Ft Myers for their Spring Training facility for a reason. Southwest Florida is perfect. When your New England customers are here they will have plenty to remind them of home – Dunkin Donuts, Red Sox, Boston sports-themed restaurants and more. For your Philadelphia customers, we have a restaurant that gets daily deliveries of Amoroso rolls to make traditional Philly cheesesteaks. Don’t worry – Naples will quickly feel like home, only better.

I am excited to work with referrals you send to me. I grew up in New England and lived in the New York/New Jersey/Philadelphia areas for 18 years. I know the areas well and will take good care of your customers. When you have someone considering a move or investment in Florida, please call me. I am happy to offer you a generous referral.

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If you are ever in the Naples area, please call me! I’d love to get together.