Member Benefits • Preferred Partner Feature

Southwest Florida Is Open for Canadians — and Opportunity Is Knocking

iinta welcomes Michael and Christian May of One Real Estate SWF as our Preferred Real Estate Representatives for Southwest Florida — and their timing couldn't be better.

In our Spring Edition, we introduced readers to the expanding iinta My Union Rewards ecosystem and our commitment to connecting union members with trusted professionals who share our values.

Today, we're pleased to build on that promise by officially welcoming Michael and Christian May of One Real Estate SWF as our Preferred Real Estate Representatives for Southwest Florida.

Their timing couldn't be better.

A Buyer's Market Has Returned

For the first time in several years, Southwest Florida has shifted from a highly competitive seller's market to one that offers buyers greater choice and negotiating power. Inventory has increased across many communities, giving purchasers the opportunity to compare homes, negotiate pricing and take their time before making one of life's biggest decisions.

Canadians considering a winter home, retirement property or investment opportunity may find today's market presents opportunities that simply were not available a few years ago.

Southwest Florida beach
Southwest Florida home

Don't Let Politics Decide Your Lifestyle

Political headlines often dominate the news cycle, but they should not define how you choose to enjoy retirement or time with family. Canadians have travelled to Florida for generations because of the sunshine, golf, boating, fishing, beaches and friendships that make Southwest Florida special. Those reasons remain as strong as ever.

“Life is simply too short to allow politics to stand between you and the lifestyle you've worked a lifetime to enjoy.”
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Issue 07 • July 2026 • iinta.ca

The Border Experience

Questions about border crossings have become common, yet many Canadian travellers continue to report courteous, professional and welcoming interactions with U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers. As always, travellers should carry proper documentation and meet entry requirements, but ordinary travel continues every day for Canadians visiting Southwest Florida.

Old-School Values Still Matter

Buying property isn't simply about square footage or market statistics. It's about trust. It's about having someone answer the phone. It's about honest advice. That is exactly why iinta selected Michael and Christian May. They believe relationships come before transactions — and in earning trust through service, not sales pressure.

Whether members are considering a retirement condominium, waterfront home, investment property or simply exploring their options, Michael and Christian are available to provide straightforward advice backed by local expertise.

Southwest Florida blue-water boating lifestyle

Why This Matters for Union Members

iinta is not designed to be a coupon warehouse. It is a trusted ecosystem connecting members with businesses and professionals who value relationships, service and accountability. Adding One Real Estate SWF gives members a preferred real estate connection in one of the most popular retirement and winter destinations for Canadians.

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Issue 07 • July 2026 • iinta.ca

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