Category Archives: Sanibel Island Info

YES, WE ARE OPEN!

VIP Realty Group Sanibel office at 1560 Periwinkle Way re-opened last Fall and we love visitors! Last week, Sanibelians Tracy and Amy Behrens stopped in to say hi to their friend, Pearl the Blogger, as they took a break during their daily 7-mile bike ride. Tracy and Amy were grateful for the rest stop, a bottle of water and a... Read More »


VIP Realty Agent Marilyn DiCharia is WONDERFUL!

We always knew that, but it’s so nice to hear it again from one of Marilyn’s many clients! Check out her latest Google review! Marilyn has over 15 years of experience in the mortgage and real estate industry, ranging from marketing , post-close mortgage processes, home renovations, staging and appraising. Marilyn’s experience, expertise and enthusiasm are a winning combination so... Read More »


VIP Realty Group Sanibel Welcomes Cathy Luman!

Brigitte Guthmann (on left), a Sanibel property owner from Germany, stopped at VIP Realty Group office this week to visit our newest employee, Cathy Luman. Brigitte and Cathy are fellow owners at Blind Pass Condominiums on Sanibel’s west end. They developed an online friendship after Hurricane Ian through their condo’s Facebook Owner’s Group. Owners utilized the group to share information... Read More »


VIP Realty Group Sanibel January Top Producers: Teresa Baker, Rose Dakos and Susan Dunn

Teresa Baker, who has lived on Sanibel for over 30 years was named TOP PRODUCER in January, 2024! As an island resident, she has first-hand knowledge of life and real estate on Sanibel and Captiva. In fact, she has been designated as a Sanibel Captiva Island Specialist (SCIS) by the Sanibel & Captiva Islands Association of Realtors. SCIS status recognizes... Read More »


VIP Realtors Recognized at Sanibel Captiva Islands Association of Realtors Banquet

On the evening of January 31, The Sanibel & Captiva Association of Realtors held its Annual Officer Installation and Awards Banquet. Four VIP Agents were installed on the Board that night; Becky Mulka, President-Elect; Tina DiCharia, Treasurer; Bob Berning, Secretary; Connie Walters, Director. Celebrating their colleagues Board induction were VIP Agents (L to R): Deb Smith, Jim Hall, Joel Goodman,... Read More »


Congratulations, VIP Realtor Robin Humphrey!

Congratulations to Robin Humphrey who was added to the Sanibel and Captiva Islands Association of Realtors(SCIAR) Wall of Fame at the Association Awards Banquet on January 31. Featured in the above photo of this auspicious occasion are Art Corace, REMAX Realty Group, Bill Robinson, SCIAR CEO and on the right, Robin Humphrey VIP Realtor extraordinaire! Robin has been with VIP... Read More »


Sanibel Captiva Islands Association of Realtors Board Installation and Awards Banquet

Congratulations, VIP Realtors who were installed as Officers of the Sanibel Captiva Islands Association of Realtors on Wednesday, January 31: Becky Mulka President-Elect Tina DiCharia Treasurer Bob Berning Secretary Connie Walters Director The Association is in good hands with this dynamic group of leaders! Six VIP Realtors were also inducted into the prestigious Honor Society. To become a member of... Read More »


Alligator Sees Its Shadow!!

12 months of fabulous Florida weather ahead!! #viprealtygroupsanibel #sanibelvacationrentals #floridagroundhogday #pearltheblogger Read More »


State of the Islands Summit

The Sanibel Captiva Islands Association of Realtors conducted the “State of the Islands” summit this morning. Of course, our VIP Realty Group Sanibel was well represented. These dedicated professionals are always on top of the latest information about Sanibel and Captiva real estate. Joining VIP Realtors and association Board members Connie Walters, Becky Mulka and Tina DiCharia this morning was... Read More »


“LIZARD BLIZZARD” Cold Snap This Week??

If you have spent any time on Sanibel and Captiva, you have probably encountered one of the many common green iguanas that live on our islands. Just like me, they don’t like the cold weather either! They become sluggish when the temperatures dip into the 50’s. 40 degree weather will put them into a state of torpor and cause them... Read More »