Jake Gunther

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Pelican Marsh Market Update - Winter 2026

By Jake Gunther - February 18, 2026
What’s really happening in one of Naples’ most “easy living” gated communities Pelican Marsh continues to behave like a true quality-of-life neighborhood. Buyers are still choosing it for the same reasons they always have: central Naples convenience, a polished gated setting, and homes that work for real life. The shift is that buyers are more price-aware, and the homes that feel correctly priced

The Pelican Marsh Sweet Spot

By Jake Gunther - February 18, 2026
A first-floor coach home that lives easy now, and still makes sense later There’s a certain kind of Naples home that quietly checks the most boxes. Not the biggest. Not the flashiest. Just the one that makes daily life feel smoother from the moment you pull in the gate. A first-floor coach home in Pelican Marsh is that move. It gives you the “Naples arrived” feeling, a central address, and a lay

Pelican Marsh Real Estate, Explained: Coach Homes, Villas, Condos, and Estate Living

By Jake Gunther - February 14, 2026
Pelican Marsh is one of the rare Naples communities that truly works for different stages of life and different styles of ownership. Some buyers come for lock-and-leave simplicity and end up with a coach home that lives larger than expected. Others want a villa that feels like a single-family home without the yardwork. And for buyers who want privacy and presence, Pelican Marsh also supports custo

Pelican Marsh, Naples FL: A Buyer and Lifestyle Guide

By Jake Gunther - February 14, 2026
Pelican Marsh is one of those Naples communities that feels instantly “buttoned up” in the best way. You arrive through a beautifully maintained, fully staffed gated entrance, and within minutes you’re in a setting where everything looks intentional: mature landscaping, beautifully manicured flower beds, quiet streets, lake views, and neighborhoods that each feel distinct, yet cohesive. It’s not f

Best Naples Neighborhoods for Young Professionals: The Insider's Guide to Beach Access and Modern Living

By Jake Gunther - February 05, 2026
Discover the best Naples neighborhoods for millennials and Gen-Z professionals. A Naples native's guide to finding luxury residences inside US-41 with walkable beach access, vibrant nightlife, and the modern amenities that matter to your lifestyle. I grew up skating the streets of Naples and Miami long before new luxury high-rises lined the waterfront and craft cocktail bars replaced the old dive

Building Generational Wealth in Florida: Strategic Real Estate Planning for High Earners

By Jake Gunther - February 05, 2026
Learn how affluent Gen-Z and millennial professionals are leveraging Florida's no-income-tax advantage and strategic real estate investments to accelerate wealth accumulation and create lasting family legacies. A comprehensive guide to tax-efficient wealth building in Naples IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: This article provides general information about real estate and tax considerations in Florida. I am a

Pelican Bay Fees: Here's Exactly What You're Paying and What You're Actually Getting

By Jake Gunther - February 02, 2026
Let's be real. One of the first things people ask when they look at a condo in Pelican Bay is: "Wait, how much are the fees?" And honestly? That's the right question to ask. No one should buy into a community without fully understanding what their money is going toward every single month. So here it is - no fluff, no spin. Just the numbers and what they get you. We're going to use a real listing

Admiralty Point, Explained for Out-of-Town Buyers

By Jake Gunther - February 01, 2026
A Smart Buyer’s Guide to One of Naples’ Most Iconic Waterfront Buildings If you’re not from Naples, Admiralty Point might not be on your radar yet. But locals know: this is one of the most enviably placed and amenity-rich condo communities on the coast. And for buyers who want both beach and bay life without choosing between them, this spot quietly checks a lot of boxes. 📍Where Is Admiralty Po

How Guest Suite Separation Changes How You Host

By Jake Gunther - February 01, 2026
Why Floor Plan Flow Matters More Than You Think in a Naples Condo If you’ve ever hosted parents, in-laws, adult kids, or friends in a beach condo, you already know: the layout makes or breaks the experience. In a smartly designed condo like 2400 Gulf Shore Blvd N #305, hosting doesn’t mean giving up privacy or routine. The guest bedrooms here aren’t just an afterthought, they’re intentionally pl

Anthony Court, Naples: The In-Town Acreage Play Buyers Quietly Chase

By Jake Gunther - January 29, 2026
New construction, no HOA pressure, room to breathe, and still close to everything that makes Naples feel like Naples. There’s a certain kind of luxury that doesn’t announce itself. You turn off a main road, glide down a short, calm street, and suddenly you’re on a full acre with fresh construction, serious garage space, and privacy you normally have to drive much farther out to find. That’s the A

North Naples Estates Guide: Space, Privacy, And The “Live Big” Naples Lifestyle

By Jake Gunther - January 27, 2026
A timeless playbook for buyers who want land, garages, guest suites, and breathing room, while staying close to the coast. A quick day-in-the-life Morning starts quietly. Coffee on a lanai that feels like your own private resort, a quick gym session at home, then a ten minute drive to Mercato for lunch or a meeting. Late afternoon is for the fun stuff: a golf cart loop inside your community, a s

Pelican Bay Beach Club Guide: How It Really Works, And Why Owners Love It

By Jake Gunther - January 27, 2026
Two private Gulf-front clubs, tram rides through a nature preserve, and a “this is why we bought here” routine you can repeat for decades. A quick day-in-the-life It’s 4:45 pm and you’re not “going to the beach.” You’re going to your beach. You lock the door, grab a book, and hop on the tram like it’s a little resort shuttle. A few minutes later you step out onto a wide stretch of sand, order so

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