Liz Freeman | Fort Myers News-Press & Naples Daily News
Naples Comprehensive Health is working on plans with a Florida company for an osteopathic medical school in Collier County.
The estimated $170-million project that is targeted to open in the fall of 2028 will be built in East Naples near the corner of Rattlesnake Hammock Road and Collier Boulevard.
It is a five-acre site that is “shovel-ready” for the building of just under 110,000 square feet.
Bay College of Osteopathic Medicine LLC is looking for a “sister school” to complement its recently completed Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine, according to county documents.
The Collier County Commission on Nov. 10 unanimously approved $6 million in economic development funds over 10 years for the initiative.
The project is expected to have a $1.7 billion to $2 billion overall economic impact in the region over 25 years, according county officials.
NCH in a statement said that the academic partner would oversee day-to-day operations, construction and faculty.
The Naples College of Osteopathic Medicine will accommodate 400 students on campus and is expected to graduate its first class in 2032, according to Dr. Robert Hasty, dean of the Orlando osteopathic school.
The project will go a long way toward addressing a physician shortage that is ongoing in the region, similarly to a physician shortage statewide and nationally, officials say.
When You Want It All — You’ll Find It at Kalea Bay
Momentum continues at Kalea Bay’s final tower, with 5 new sales in just the past few weeks. Now almost 60% of residences are sold, as discerning buyers recognize the unmatched lifestyle that Tower 500 offers.
Everything you love about Naples — all in one place.
From rooftop pools and open-air fitness to three club pools, tennis, pickleball, two restaurants, and lively pool bars— including an adult-only pool — Kalea Bay IS A resort.
Add in guest suites for friends and family and an world class wellness center, and it’s easy to see why living here feels like your favorite vacation, every day.
Ready to explore the homes at Kalea Bay Tower 500? Contact me today to begin your journey. Contact David at David@DavidFlorida.com or 239-285-1086.
Christian Ross | Ross Law/Ross Title (Featuring John Andy of Smart Set Builders)
This week’s video was a great one. I had the chance to sit down with John Andy of Smart Set Builders, and he did an outstanding job explaining topics that come up constantly in real estate closings—but rarely get explained clearly. You can watch the full episode now at www.YouTube.com/ChristianRoss, along with every other episode available on demand.
John and I talked about practical, real-world issues that buyers, sellers, Realtors, and other professionals deal with on a weekly basis.
Mark H. Bickel & Andrew West | Fort Myers News-Press & Naples Daily News
How is the airport looking these days? Different.
If you a catching a plane at Southwest Florida International Airport or just happen to be driving by RSW, you will see significant progress on the new concourse being built as part of a multi-year expansion project.
The project is now in Phase Two. It’s a $1.1 billion project that is adding the new concourse −Concourse E − and it’s Lee County’s largest public works project – ever.
The current site work includes laying piping for drainage underground and moving more dirt to prepare the ground for asphalt.
The News-Press and Naples Daily News recently were given a chance to see the progress up close on a tour with Steve Hennigan, the executive director and CEO of the Lee County Port Authority.
Once again, Southwest Florida is receiving praise for being one of the best places to retire in the United States.
Three Southwest Florida locations − Naples, Cape Coral and Bonita Springs − are on the U.S. News & World Report Best Places to Retire list for 2026 with all three locations appearing in the Top-25.
Naples, which was No. 1 on the 2025 Best Places to Retire list, fell to No. 18. Cape Coral came in at No. 21 followed at No. 22 by Bonita Springs.
U.S. News & World Report says it is the “global authority in rankings and consumer advice.”
Why did Naples fall in the Best Places to Retire rankings? Read the full article on naplesnews.com. Make sure to view the photo gallery
The Naples-Bonita Springs area is a great place to retire! Contact David at David@DavidFlorida.com or 239-285-1086.
Here’s a simple breakdown of the four main types of probate and how they interact.
Domiciliary vs. Ancillary Probate
Domiciliary Probate happens in the state where the deceased lived permanently. For Florida residents, this means probate is opened in their Florida county of residence and covers all in-state property.
Ancillary Probate is required when the deceased owned property in another state. For example, if a New York resident owned a Naples condo, probate would be opened in New York (domiciliary) and in Florida (ancillary) to handle the Florida property.
Formal vs. Summary Administration
Formal Administration is the standard probate process when the estate is worth more than $75,000 or the death occurred within the past two years. It requires appointing a personal representative, notifying creditors, and court oversight before assets are distributed.
Summary Administration is a simplified option when the estate value is under $75,000 or the death occurred more than two years ago. It’s faster and less costly, but beneficiaries may be responsible for unpaid debts.
How They Work Together
These categories often overlap:
A Florida resident with out-of-state property may need domiciliary probate in Florida plus ancillary probate elsewhere.
A non-resident with Florida property will need ancillary probate here, which may be handled formally or summarily depending on value and timing.
Estates more than two years old may qualify for summary administration, even if larger.
