Q: With all the economic challenges affecting the housing and real estate markets, is now a good time to buy? A: This question brings to mind the proverb “Hindsight is 20/20.” It seems that you could find historical data and recent economic conditions to justify both a “buy now” and a “don’t buy now” position....
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Q: Is now a good time to buy or build a home in Southwest Florida? A: Yes! Although many people put their plans on hold because they fear a long-term recession, interest rate hikes or an unstable real estate market, now is actually the best time to hit the gas and move ahead with your...
Renovating your home is a big project, whether you're tackling just one room or embarking on a more extensive makeover. If you're only updating a few fixtures or surfaces, you might be able to do most of the work yourself or bring in specific pros for tasks like tiling or installing cabinetry. But if the...
Q: How do you keep a custom architectural plan within budget and on time? A: Two words; communication and collaboration. When we work with a client on planning a new custom home, our goal is always to create a home that enhances the client’s intended lifestyle. Whether that is creating a home for family and...
ASK TOM: WORK WITH A TRUSTED, QUALIFIED SOURCE Q: How does your proprietary build process benefit clients? A: The experience of building your home matters as much to us as your home itself. We keep that experience on track with a punctilious process. We start with a Preconstruction Schedule that identifies all the tasks we...
The Lykos Group has announced construction is underway for its two-story, 7,293 total square foot spec home located at 625 Crescent St.
While The Lykos Group is headquartered in our hometown of Naples, we’ve experienced a boom on nearby Marco Island for over a year. In fact, we recently opened an office at 1089 North Collier Boulevard, Suite 418, in Marco Town Center to better serve our growing volume of business there. We expect to maintain our...
ASK TOM: STATUS OF THE LOCAL HOUSING MARKET Q: What do you see as the biggest changes in Collier County real estate? A: As if COVID and the strain it has put on small businesses and business owners like me hasn't been enough—beyond supply chain issues—we now face world challenges and inflation like we haven't...
ASK TOM: BALANCING GROWTH & TOP QUALITY Q: As your business expands, how do you maintain standards? A: The key to upholding our incredibly high standards as business booms is controlled growth. It is possible to grow too fast, which can lead to a rush hiring new team members as well as subcontractors to accommodate...
The Lykos Group has announced construction is progressing for its two-story, 7,235 total square foot spec home located at 617 Crescent St. The coastal contemporary residence is an open great room floor plan with den, living room and family room open to the kitchen. The home is designed by South Florida Architecture with interior design...
ASK TOM:STAYING ON SCHEDULE IN BUSY SEASON Q: During the most active time of year, is there a secret to adhering to timelines? A: Yes, but it’s not a secret. It’s three key dynamics: #1 UNDERSTANDING our clients’ expectations, the project and the market conditions #2 PLANNING the entire schedule for the project, the availability...