2024 Selling Luxury Real Estate - Bill Wingate - Naples Florida - GCIP
A Naples native for 56 years, Bill is a proud Naples High School and Edison State College graduate. Bill has an extensive background in many fields including 25 years of buying and selling Naples real estate, Roofing, Mortgage Sales, as well training as a Paramedic.
In his role as President and CEO of a local well known roofing firm, Bill established the company as an indispensable home building resource in Naples. As a licensed Realtor for nearly 15 years, Bill has extensive knowledge of the Real Estate and mortgage industry. In conjunction with his real estate career, he plays an essential role in the day-to-day sales and operations of Gulf Coast Mortgage of Naples, Inc. Navigating the ever changing real estate and mortgage industry provides Bill with a wealth of knowledge to educate his real estate clients, a valuable tool in Naples’ luxury market. A successful businessman with an entrepreneurial spirit, Bill has an incredible amount of local knowledge to share with clients old and new.
In his spare time, Bill is involved in the Rotary’s Learn to Earn mentorship program which helps young people successfully prepare for trade school or college and succeed in life. On a personal level, Bill has many hobbies including gardening, horticulture, hunting, restoring vintage vehicles, and many outdoor pursuits.
SERVICE. INTEGRITY. LUXURY EXPERIENCE.
Locally Owned and Operated.
Gulf Coast International Properties ® is a record setting, locally owned and operated luxury real estate firm in Naples. World-class integrated marketing efforts coupled with exceptional customer service has earned us this reputation. As a proven leader in the Naples luxury market, Gulf Coast International Properties ® associates strive to exceed our client’s expectations through uncompromising integrity and unprecedented concierge service. Our award winning multi-generational firm exemplifies the Naples reputation for luxury living. Specializing in exclusive one-of-kind estates, Gulf Coast International Properties ® invites you to experience the difference to Live Exceptionally!
A boutique real estate firm, Gulf Coast International Properties ® embraces an unrivaled “teamwork” approach. As local luxury real estate professionals we strive to exceed your expectations when buying or selling a luxury home or investment property. We provide our clients with access to a world-class marketing program that combines traditional print marketing with exclusive events and state-of-the-art online strategies that connect buyers and sellers, globally.
GCIP has 3 strategically located offices: two in Old Naples, a new office at Waterside Shops. The offices provide prime exposure for your property and convenience for those wanting more information about the Naples market. Our dedicated professionals possess an innate knowledge of Collier County. We have hundreds of satisfied clients and we would be honored to serve all of your real estate needs.
IDEAL HIGH TRAFFIC LUXURY
OFFICES GENERATE SALES
Gulf Coast International Properties ® offers three key locations throughout Naples. Our first office opened in 2009 on Third Street South. In 2016 we opened our second office on Fifth Avenue South. As renowned shopping and dining destinations, Third Street South and Fifth Avenue South draw a record number of visitors especially during season. Our third location was selected to serve our Moorings, Park Shore, Pelican Bay, Grey Oaks and North Naples neighborhoods. New office opened August 2021 in Waterside Shops in Pelican Bay. Boca Grande is home to our fourth office.
Our clients enjoy a valuable synergy between these locations with one-on-one expertise in both marketplaces and privileged access to private placement properties. GCIP offices are located in high-traffic areas to further expand the exposure of your property and to offer convenience in serving all of your real estate needs.
OLD NAPLES: 1144 Third Street South w Naples, Florida 34102
OLD NAPLES: 691 Fifth Avenue South w Naples, Florida 34102
PELICAN BAY: Waterside Shops w 5435-19 Tamiami Trail North w Naples, Florida 34108
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Our proprietary branding is designed to elevate the presence of your home across multiple highly recognized avenues.
Building brand awareness through these carefully selected genres continues to keep GCIP in the forefront of the most qualified customer base with the greatest ability to purchase your home.
SELLING YOUR PROPERTY - VISUALLY INSPIRING
Professional photography is essential to showcasing the unique features of your home. Statistics prove that maximum exposure is accomplished when people view your home online. Photography makes your home come alive.
Videos enable the viewer to picture themselves living in your home. Video combined with print increases the probability of an in-person showing.
w Professional Daylight Photos
w Optional Twilight Photography
w Upload to multiple syndicates for the Photos Online Listing Services
TARGETED PRINT TO BREAK THROUGH
THE CLUTTER
A strategically planned integrated marketing program incorporates a broad spectrum of marketing activities that will maximize the exposure of your property. Attracting the discerning, qualified buyers you are looking for is the goal. From the local market to a worldwide span, your property gains the greatest market exposure possible.
We create compelling full color brochures with attention-getting narrative on the unique features of your home. Floor plans and additional lists of specific features may also be included. Postcards and specialty mailers are an option as well. All of these methods position your home for maximum exposure.
INDUSTRY LEADING MARKET INSIGHTS
Realtors Read our Reports!
GCIP’s Market Reports and Newsletters present customized information and insights that our locally owned and operated firm can proudly boast as “insider” knowledge.
Inventory changes daily. It is important to consult with a qualified real estate agent who can navigate the local market with critical insights such as seller motivation and private placement properties.
STATE-OF-THE-ART ONLINE
MARKETING STRATEGY
GCIP utilizes email marketing to regularly share properties with clients. Newsletter subscribers and the greater brokerage community are just a few of the target markets for this strategy. Our weekly email campaigns keep our targeted audience informed of listing activities. Broker Open House invitations and price improvements are sent as requested.
GCIP SOCIAL MEDIA AND BANNER ADVERTISING
w Social media posts and banner advertising is optimized with multiple photos, hashtags, videos and links to local, national and international partners for lead capture
w Weekly Open House posts on all major social media sites to boost attendance
w Social media team actively researches state-of-the-art and best practices for reaching the largest audience
2.5 BILLION ACTIVE SOCIAL MEDIA USERS
COVETED LUXURY REAL ESTATE PARTNER
LUXURYREALESTATE.COM
Nationally acclaimed since 1995, LuxuryRealEstate.com, a Webby Award Honoree, is the most viewed luxury real estate website in the world with more properties over $1,000,000 than any other near-peer website. It receives more than 15 million - page views per month. LuxuryRealEstate.com boasts over 125 million pages on the internet and uses social media to engage the user audience.
The Week in Review is a compilation of luxury real estate news from around the world, including market updates, statistics, features and more. The e-newsletter is sent to more than 15,000 email addresses representing more than 1,325,000+ agents, brokers, marketing specialists and media contacts throughout the world. 3,250 OFFICES | 33 COUNTRIES WITH OFFICES
GCIP REAL ESTATE AFFILIATE WEBSITES
The internet remains the #1 consumer resource for the home buying process. Statistics prove that in the last few years over 50% first looked online when researching real estate. GCIP partners with the top ranked sites in the world. Utilizing state-of-the-art SEO technology, our website is optimized to ensure your home is easy to find and market for prospective buyers.
w www.gcipnaples.com w www.portroyalwaterfronthomes.com w www.gcipluxuryrentals.com
GCIP OPEN HOUSES & VIP EVENTS
GCIP’s comprehensive marketing strategy includes weekly Open Houses and exclusive VIP events which form part of our integrated marketing approach. A few advantages are included but not limited to:
w Face to face interaction with our professionals and preferred partners
w Unique environments creating an opportunity for unique exposure
w Highly sought - after society page opportunities
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GCIP CONCIERGE SERVICES
CONSULTATION
Our clients come first. We will educate you on what needs to be done to have a successful sale of your home. There are many components to a successful real estate transaction. We will be there with you for every step of the process and make sure no detail is overlooked. With a proven track record, the right skill set, and years of experience, the Gulf Coast International Properties ® team has the right tools to successfully sell your home.
RENTALS
Gulf Coast International Properties ® is pleased to announce our newest venture, our luxury rental division. Our expertise in the high-end sector now extends to select luxury rentals for those seeking to enjoy the Naples lifestyle. This opportunity was created after a high demand from our clientele to experience the area before relocating permanently, or reside in a home locally while building your new home.
RELOCATION
Our clients are global. Our unique partnerships allow us to provide vetted reliable vendors for your relocation needs. Gulf Coast International Properties ® has teamed up with our partners to provide these services needed to make an easy transition.
ESTATE MANAGEMENT
We have access to the finest proven estate management firms in the area. We can assist you with specialized introductions and client testimonials.
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
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I have worked with Sheryl for several years and in the course of two projects, and her professionalism, creativity, and knowledge have made each project an amazing success. She carefully listens to the client’s needs, and executed a timely plan, that far exceeded my expectations. She has my highest recommendation, not only as a Realtor, but as a person with high character.
Sheryl is an amazing individual. She always gives each person and project 100% of her attention. She is detail oriented and a problem solver.
~ Ken and Mai, Naples, Florida
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Over the past 10 years, Sheryl has helped us with multiple design projects in our Pelican Bay condominium. Her energy, loyalty, and resourcefulness are wonderful.
~ Dr. David and Nancy, Naples, Florida
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For the past 13 years, Sheryl has been our personal home and holiday decorator. She takes our home to another level and cares about it, as if it were her own. I trust her and value her opinion. She has always been faithful, truthful and kind.
~ Dr. Steve and Susan, Naples, Florida
GCIP Community Participants
American Cancer Society w Artis Naples w Bike for Tykes Naples w CMGA Benefiting
Paws And Wounded Warrior Project w Conservancy of Southwest Florida
w Community School w Community Foundation w Drug Free Collier w Freedom
Waters Foundation w Friends of Rookery Bay w Golisano Children’s Museum of
Naples w Gulfshore Playhouse w Habitat For Humanity w Hodges University w Juvenile
Diabetes Research Foundation w Jewish Federation of Collier County w Make A
Wish w Naples Botanical Garden w Naples Performing Arts w Naples Women’s Club
w Hope for Haiti w Naples Zoo w PACE Center for Girls w Starability w Sugden Theatre
w The Village School of Naples w Women of Philanthropy w Greater Naples YMCA
ORGANIZATIONS WE BELONG TO:
Naples Board of Realtors
Marco Board of Realtors
Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce
Above Board Chamber of Commerce
w www.gcipnaples.com w www.portroyalwaterfronthomes.com w www.gcipluxuryrentals.com
Participant in the Marco Multi-List of the Marco Island Area Association of REALTORS®