Elliot Barton - Waterfront Realty Group, Inc.

05/26/2026

New Home, New Wheels! WHEN YOU BUILD FROM THE GROUND UP

Through June 30, Taylor-Morrison is offering up to $9,795 towards a Free Golf Cart when you build your home in Esplanade Lake Club, Esplanade at Starling or Esplanade by the Islands , available to all regardless of who you finance with or if you pay cash.* Or you can choose up to $10,000 towards Temporary Buydown Fund, discount points, up to one year HOA dues, closing costs and/or pre-paids.**

Call / Text me to set up a meeting at the sales galleries! 810-531-0350

09/24/2025

NEW PRICE ALERT! 🏡🔥💥 This first-floor property in Avalon boasts the best view and is reminiscent of a model home. It is conveniently situated just off Davis Blvd in one of Naples’ highly sought-after gated communities. Elliot Barton Elliot Barton - Waterfront Realty Group, Inc.

ADDRESS:
6954 AVALON CIR #703
NAPLES, FL 34112
New Price: $489,000

MLS LINK: https://matrix.swflamls.com/matrix/shared/N6xBJXmq4qf/6954AvalonCIR

This well-maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and convenience. Within a few minutes' drive, residents can access white-sand beaches, premier dining, and the shopping hub of 5th Avenue South, epitomizing the quintessential Florida lifestyle. The home features an open-concept layout that welcomes an abundance of natural light and is adorned with elegant designer finishes. Its kitchen is equipped with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and custom cabinetry, making it ideal for both entertaining and everyday living. Additionally, the property boasts a private screened lanai with lush tropical landscaping and unobstructed views of the serene lake and fountain. Constructed with hurricane-impact windows and doors, the home also includes a spacious attached garage, smart home upgrades, and energy-efficient systems. Residents of Avalon can indulge in resort-style amenities such as a heated pool, sundeck, grill area, and clubhouse. The HOA encompasses basic cable/internet, water/sewer, waste management, pest control, and landscaping maintenance, offering a hassle-free living experience. This property is an ideal choice for a seasonal retreat or year-round residence, providing easy access to everything Naples, FL has to offer, including the renowned Naples Pier, pristine beaches, 5th Avenue, 3rd Street South, Tin City, marinas, grocery stores, and more.

09/16/2025

09/09/2025

August’s Million Dollar Producers!!!
Big listings. Bold results. These Top Associates secured million dollar listings in August. Join us in celebrating their drive, dedication, and success!

08/26/2025

A secluded corner of an affluent Gulf city is becoming one of the country's most exclusive places to call home.

06/05/2025

If your Airbnb bookings just tanked or spiked and you’re confused, here’s why:

Airbnb quietly rolled out a major algorithm update in Summer 2025. No announcement. But hosts across entire cities are feeling it. I reviewed thousands of listings. Here’s the bottom line:

Airbnb dropped their old “interest algorithm” (based on clicks/views) and now ranks listings like Amazon does by trust, performance, and recency. Pretty photos aren’t enough anymore. Conversions win.

Real Talk: What It Means for You
Let me give you a few examples.

➡️ Example 1: You got a 1-star review last week.
That single review could drop your rank so low you're not even showing up in general search.
Airbnb’s new algorithm weighs recency like a credit score.
Great reviews from 2 years ago? Almost worthless.
Bad reviews from last week? Could bury you.

If your last 10 reviews are lit, Airbnb thinks you’re gold.
But two dings in a month? You might be heading toward suspension.

➡️ Example 2: You’re waiting for your “new listing boost.”
Bad news. That 30-day boost? It’s gone.
Airbnb used to give new listings more views just to test performance.

Now? You get a base score at launch. And every view after that is earned, not gifted.
It’s like a credit card with no spending limit but only if you prove you’re responsible.

➡️ Example 3: You’re not on social media.
Let’s say you had a category listing like a castle, treehouse, or themed home.
Those “OMG” categories? Airbnb pulled them off the homepage.
Now, guests have to search for them intentionally.
If you relied on people “window shopping” through categories... you're in trouble.

If you’re not promoting your listing on your own channels, you’re relying on a shrinking spotlight.

Airbnb Is Now a Funnel-Based Search Engine
They’re tracking:
1. How long someone looks at your listing
2. If they click away (bounce rate)
3. Whether they message you
4. Whether they book
5. If they come back and book later

Airbnb’s new algorithm is full-funnel. Every step matters.

Click the link below to read the full blog and download your free Host Survival Checklist.
Link: https://stronghold.biz/post/airbnb-2025-algorithm-survival-guide