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Realtor Review Magazine — Bonita Springs–Estero REALTORS®
Realtor Review

Realtor Review Magazine

Flip through our Fall 2025 issue of Realtor Review right in your browser, download a PDF copy, and see the affiliates and Year Sponsors helping bring this magazine to life.

Fall 2025 Issue
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Highlights from this issue

Want the quick tour first? Start with these standout articles, then jump into the flipbook or PDF and head to the page numbers listed.

Leadership & Community

President’s Letter: Thrive in 2025

2025 President Adam Ruud recaps Q3 wins—from Poker Run fundraising and kickball to advocacy victories—and looks ahead to Jeanne Drath’s “Give Back, Grow Forward” theme for 2026.

See page 4
Market Watch

Fed Rate Cuts: What REALTORS® Should Expect

A breakdown of the Fed’s first rate cut in nine months, how a 0.25% drop shifts monthly payments, and talking points you can use with buyers in today’s SWFL market.

See page 6
Risk Management

Fake Title Companies Targeting SWFL

Learn how scammers clone real title companies, red flags to watch for, and the verification steps that protect your buyers, your closings, and your reputation.

See pages 7–9
Investor Guide

Vacation Rentals Under the Microscope

A city-by-city rundown of short-term rental rules from Cape Coral to Naples—permits, minimum stays, taxes, and tips for helping investor clients stay compliant.

See page 10
Commercial

SWFL’s Commercial Scene

Office and retail vacancy rates, rent growth, cap rates, and nearly 1M SF of new projects—get the snapshot you need when commercial questions pop up.

See page 12
Local Development

Imperial Crossing in Downtown Bonita

A first look at the Imperial River mixed-use project—120 apartments, new retail and restaurant space, public parks, and a kayak launch reshaping Old 41.

See page 13
Data Deep Dive

New Construction vs. Resale in 2025

Why resale homes now lead in median price and total sales, how builders are using incentives, and scripts for helping buyers weigh character vs. efficiency.

See pages 14–15
Forms & Compliance

New Legal Requirements for Florida REALTORS®

Expanded flood disclosure laws for sales and leases plus updated exclusive listing agreements tied to NAR’s new “Multiple Listing Options for Sellers” policies.

See pages 16–17
Member Tools

2025 Year in Review & Must-Use Apps

How BrokerBay, CubiCasa, and TrustedOnly are reshaping daily workflows—plus Open House Weekend, global outreach, and a peek at what’s next for BER.

See page 18
Market Stats

Fall 2025 Bonita & Estero Numbers

Charts for median price, days on market, closed and pending sales, and inventory by ZIP so you can drop hyper-local data straight into your listing and buyer presentations.

See page 19

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About Realtor Review: Our Realtor Review magazine is distributed to over 1,400+ REALTORS® and affiliate members with Bonita Springs–Estero REALTORS®. Each issue highlights market insights, upcoming education, advocacy wins, and spotlights on the partners who support our members and community.