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Realtor Review Magazine — Spring 2026 | CCOR (formerly BER)
Realtor Review Magazine

Spring 2026 Issue

Flip through the landmark Spring 2026 issue. Celebrate the member-approved transition to the Coconut Coast Organization of REALTORS® (CCOR), review Spring 2026 market statistics, read about the history of Southwest Florida's growth, and explore transaction security guidelines.

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Highlights from this issue

A quick look at the features, market stats, and announcements shaping our Spring 2026 edition.

Leadership & Vision

Jeanne’s Journal: A New Name, Same Commitment

CCOR President Jeanne Drath shares a message about celebrating 60 years of BSER/BER and embarking on a new chapter as Coconut Coast Organization of REALTORS® (CCOR) after a historic member vote.

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CCOR Transition

A New Name for a Growing Region

A closer look at our transition to Coconut Coast Organization of REALTORS® (CCOR), including the voting breakdown, why the "Coconut Coast" identity was chosen, and the rollout timeline.

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Events Recap

Spring 2026 Events & Sales Excellence

A visual celebration of our community connection and spring events, including highlights from the 33rd Annual BER Golf Challenge, networking, and educational programs.

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Market Snapshot

Spring 2026 Market Stats

A deep dive into Bonita Springs & Estero market indicators, detailing median sales prices, pending sales, closed transactions, and homes for sale by ZIP code.

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Anniversary Series

Striving for 60 — Growth, Grit & Regional Momentum

Chapter 2 explores 1982–1996: Southwest Florida's transition from Old Florida to a connected regional market, RSW airport's certification, FGCU's founding, and community leadership.

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From the Archives

Tools of the Trade: 1982–1996

Step back to the analog era of printed MLS books, pagers, car phones, fax machines, and carbon-copy paper contracts that defined early real estate practice.

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Transaction Security

Protecting the Closing Process

Legal insights from closing attorney Samuel F. Colburn, Esq. outlining essential safeguards to protect clients from wire fraud and vacant land seller impersonation schemes.

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Advocacy in Action

2026 Advocacy & Legislative Update

Key policy outcomes from the 2026 Legislative Session, including property rights protection, regulatory structure preservation, and property tax estimator liability shields.

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Condo & Property Watch

Property Insurance & Resilience

An update on Florida's stabilizing insurance market, condo milestone compliance (SIRS), and financial relief through the My Safe Florida programs.

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Regional Insights

Regional Momentum & RSW Airport Growth

Southwest Florida growth indicators, analyzing Lee County population increases, Florida visitor records, and RSW's busiest month in history.

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Advocacy Basics

RPAC 101 & Candidate Screenings

A guide to the non-partisan Realtor Political Action Committee, evaluating local candidates on housing affordability, infrastructure, and property rights.

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Sponsors Spotlight

Thank You to Our 2026 Year Sponsors

A tribute to the dedicated year sponsors and advertisers whose support makes education, events, and communications possible all year long.

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