November 2026 Events in Southwest Florida

  November is when Southwest Florida's season really kicks into gear. The humidity is gone, the snowbirds are rolling back in, and the calendar fills up fast. From a hometown parade honoring veterans to the biggest boat show on Florida's Gulf Coast, sculptures built entirely out of sand, and the ric

How to Invest in Southwest Florida Rental Properties

To invest in Southwest Florida rental properties, start by choosing a strategy (long-term, seasonal, or short-term), then underwrite each property on net operating income, not gross rent. Regional data in 2026 shows gross rental yields of roughly 7% to 9% in the Cape Coral and Fort Myers area, but i

Selling Your Home During the Holidays

Southwest Florida Seller Guide Selling Your Home During the Holidays in Southwest Florida Plenty of sellers wait until spring, but December can be one of the smartest times to list here. Seasonal residents are back, holiday buyers are serious, and fewer homes are competing for their attention. By Sh

December 2026 Events in Southwest Florida

Southwest Florida Holiday Guide December 2026 Events in Southwest Florida Palm trees wrapped in lights, Santa arriving by boat, and parades you can watch in shorts. Here are the holiday events worth putting on your calendar this month, from Fort Myers Beach to Naples. By Sheri Harris · December 1, 2