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Pine Island Realty Merges with John R. Wood Properties
Phil Wood, Chairman and CEO of John R. Wood Properties, today announced the acquisition of Bokeelia-based Pine Island Realty, the island’s leading residential real estate firm. The deal became official on Friday, April 1. In business since 1980, Pine Island Realty and its team of approximately 12 agents represent more than $100 million in residential transactions annually in Bokeelia, St. James City, Matlacha and Cape Coral. In addition to company staff and real estate agents, owners Mike Faulkner and Brian Faulkner have joined John R. Wood Properties and will remain active as vice presidents within the company. Two sales offices, at 5400 Pine Island Rd. in Bokeelia and 2959 Oleander St. in St. James City, are relocating to the offices of John R. Wood Properties, bringing the company to 21 locations throughout the Southwest from Florida.
Naples Real Estate Show Topic: “The Real Estate Show Will Be Broadcast Live”
James D. York PA, a local real estate agent is hosting with real estate agents Michael and Morgan York of York Real Estate Group of Downing Frye Realty. The program is called “SWFL Real Estate Update” It covers current issues or trends that could benefit you! The program has different guests specialized in current issues and relevance in the Real Estate industry. If you have any questions about upcoming topics or have a topic for the show, email us at JDY@YorkNaples.com. Shows can also be viewed on the website: www.NaplesYorkRealEstate.com under the online education icon.
NAWIC Southwest Florida Chapter 297 Files: Basic Construction Hazard Insurance Needs
NAWIC Southwest Florida Chapter 297 is pleased to announce the Dinner and General Membership Meeting on Monday, April 11, 2022. Please join us at 5:30 pm at Mission BBQ located at 12984 S. Cleveland Avenue, Ft. Myers, Florida 33907 when we heard about: Basic Construction Hazard Insurance Needs: General Liability, Commercial Auto, Workers’ Compensation, and Inland Marine. Other needs: commercial premises, building or TI&B, BPP, BI/EE, bonds. We have special speakers lined up, so sign up early! SPEAKERS Beth Coon, Agency Relations, State Insurance USA and Linda Frania, Licensed Agent, State Insurance USA. The cost to attend is $20.00 for members and $35.00 for non-members, which includes dinner and drinks. Invite a friend or associate! We are waiting for you on Monday, April 11! Sign up at www.nawic297.com. For more information, contact Bev Larson, CCIM at bev1314@aol.com.
PROCEEDINGS
LSI Companies, Inc.
LSI Companies, Inc. negotiated an 8.50± acre commercial property in Fort Myers, FL for $1,475,000. The property was purchased by Intergold Investments, LLC, from Colonial 3971, LLC. The property is located at 3971 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers, FL. The deal was brokered by Randy Thibaut and Hunter Ward.
LSI Companies, Inc. negotiated a property of 12,497± Sq. Ft. industrial building in Fort Myers, FL for $950,000. The property was purchased by Base Hit Equities 771, LLC, from Michael R. Bakst, the bankruptcy trustee of Mark Stuart Grunberg. The property is located at 3086/3090 Evans Ave., Fort Myers, FL. The deal was brokered by Justin Thibaut and Hunter Ward.
Investment Property Corporation
Acopio International, LLC d/b/a Acopio Coffee leased 1,356 sf of commercial space from Tamiami Newgate, Ltd. located at 5100 Tamiami Trail North, Suite 100. Tara L. Stokes represented the Owner and Felipe Arcila of Kova Commercial represented the Tenant .
Rail Head 239, LLC purchased 4,560 square feet of retail space from 1474 Rail Head, Inc. located at 1474 Rail Head Boulevard for $1,150,000. Rob Carroll represented Buyer and John Paulich IV of Trinity Commercial Group represented Seller.
Lee and associates
West Side Realty, LLC purchased a 35,400-square-foot single-tenant building on 5.08 acres at 4655-4661 Laredo Ave., Ft. Myers from Sox Development, Inc. for $5,500,000. Derek Bornhorst, Bob Johnston and Jerry Messonnier represented the seller and Doug Coller of Coldwell Banker Commercial NRT represented the buyer in the transaction.
Genesis Commercial Group purchased a 6,528 sf building on 1.18 acres known as the Steinway Piano Gallery at 28751 S. Tamiami Trl., Bonita Springs from JZGB, LLC for $2,900,000. Bill Young and Biagio Bernardo represented the seller and Scott Allen of Tower Commercial Real Estate represented the buyer in the transaction.
Fort Myers RE, LLC purchased a marina with sales office, slips and dock on 0.35 acres at 18650 San Carlos Blvd., Fort Myers Beach from Marina Mike’s Boat Club and Rentals for $1,250,000. Thomas Webb and Michael Mahan represented the seller and Eddy Dingman of Coldwell Banker Commercial NRT represented the buyer in the transaction.
Prime Toys & Games purchased an 1,800-square-foot retail store at the Coastland Regional Shopping Center at 1780 9th St N., Naples from Shawn Paul Jones for $150,000. Michael Mahan negotiated the transaction.
STAFF
Stevens Construction earns Great Place to Work certification
Stevens Construction has been certified as a Great Place to Work based on feedback from current team members, announced Mark Stevens, President of Stevens Construction, Inc. Great Place to Work® is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience and behaviors. of leadership. proven to deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention and increased innovation. Stevens Construction currently has 73 team members across its offices in Orlando, Tampa, Sarasota and Fort Myers.
Seagate hires a corporate controller
Seagate Development Group announces the addition of Michelle Mizzoni as corporate controller. She will oversee and manage all accounting and financial functions of the company. Originally from New England, Michelle has a Bachelor of Science in Finance from New Hampshire College. She most recently worked as a corporate financial controller for Alder Partners, LLC, a Planet Fitness franchise, in Massachusetts. Prior to that, Ella Michelle spent more than six years as a corporate financial controller for Cheer Pack North America, LLC, where she implemented cost savings and loan management programs, as well as asset management software.
Owen-Ames-Kimball Florida Hires Tony Weiler as Project Manager
The Owen-Ames-Kimball Company has announced the hiring of Tony Weiler as project manager. Weiler’s career in the industry has encompassed all facets of construction, including roofing, electrical, site work, utilities, and general contracting for custom residential and commercial projects. More recently, he has been a project manager in the field of civil construction. He is well versed in all aspects of projects, from pre-construction to scheduling, closing, and warranty. He has received his Construction Safety and Health card from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). He also has level 1 and 2 security with the Lee County School District and multi-level security with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
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Susan Weiss Joins Gulf Coast International Properties®
Gulf Coast International Properties® is pleased to announce that Susan Weiss has joined the firm. A graduate of the University of Texas at Dallas, Susan studied Business and Psychology. Susan and her husband built at Mercato in 2018 and moved to Naples in 2020. She now resides here full time. With experience buying and selling high-end real estate investment properties, Susan combines her experience with a passion for interior design. Through networking, Susan enjoys the satisfaction that connecting people can bring.
Anthony Caraballo Joins Gulf Coast International Properties®
Gulf Coast International Properties® is pleased to announce that Anthony Caraballo has joined the firm. He has a Bachelor of Fine Arts with Cum Laude honors from the University of Miami. In addition to his current role as a REALTOR® at GCIP, Anthony serves as the Manager of Special Projects for the Estate Management Division of BCB Homes, Inc. In this role, Anthony is responsible for overseeing and ensuring that projects of all sizes and levels of complexity are successful from conception to completion. His experience combined with his excellent relationship skills allow Anthony to form a strong connection with each client, helping them achieve their real estate goals in our luxury market.
Timothy P. Savage, PA receives Hope for Haiti Award
Timothy P. Savage, PA, principal of Gulf Coast International Properties®, recently received the JoAnne M. Kuehner Heart of Gold Award from local and national charity Hope for Haiti. With its US headquarters located in Naples, Florida, Hope for Haiti’s mission is simple: to improve the quality of life for the Haitian people, particularly children. Savage was honored as an individual who exemplifies generosity, philanthropy and commitment to public service. As a Hope for Haiti board member and charitable contributor for more than a decade, Tim and his company Gulf Coast International Properties® were recognized for their integrity and continued dedication to Hope for Haiti’s mission.