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A concierge broker in the truest sense of the term, Dante DiSabato works tirelessly to ensure his clients’ satisfaction, bringing discipline and competitive spirit to real estate that’s perfectly in tune with getting the best for his customers. Over the course of his career specializing in the Naples, Florida, luxury market, he’s helped his clients buy and sell more than $250M in real estate, providing him with the keen experience of navigating a large volume of transactions. Haute Residence caught up with DiSabato to discuss the real estate market in Naples and how he's using technology to maintain business with his clients.
With people being cautious about being around large crowds, What tips do you have for agents and brokers looking to still do showings?
I still have been somewhat pretty busy still with everything going on. However, I would say that during showings I have been opening doors, distancing myself from the customers and other agents but still engaging verbally during a showing. Open houses I have a bottle of hand sanitizer of someone feels uncomfortable but also encourages people to come out and see properties.
How have you been using technology to still communicate with your clients?
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Yes, I have been using every method I can think of including, calling, text messages, video conference and email. Technology has been a huge part of my business for a long time, and so work can still continue to happen even during this current situation.
What advice do you have for sellers who are worried about their homes being sold in a timely manner?
I have been trying to calm my customers and the entire deal on both sides. Let’s get everyone a win-win and make sure that they all understand what is going on and the long-term goal that could be inhibited by a short term challenge. We will all get through this and carry on. And the one thing people are learning right now is just how important a home is in times like these.
Do you have exciting listings coming up?
I just got a new listing in Naples Square. The penthouse unit #510 arguably the best unit in the building. Listed for $1,895,000 in Building 3d this 3 bed + Den, 3.5 bath unit offers more than 2800 sq ft. of living space with southern exposure. This is a truly beautiful unit. That, along with about $50 million more in listings has me very optimistic about the year.
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Is there a new development in Naples that residents are loving?
There are a couple of new developments people are loving such as Kalea Bay, Quattro at Naples Square and Eleven Eleven. Each one is elevating what we’ve already come to expect from the Naples lifestyle. They’re absolutely gorgeous.
