Andrew Cochrane, P.A. Lahaina Realty Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931-4145
Phone: 239-297-3500 Designations:
ABR, CRS, E-Pro, GRI Communities: Fort Myers Beach, Fort Myers.
Experience
2004 to PRESENT Independent real estate professional
Multi-million dollar producer
Education
2005 Graduate of The Real Estate Institute (G.R.I.)
2005 Principals and Practices of Working with Foreign Investors Workshop
2004 Graduate of the Florida Academy of Real Estate
2004 David Knox Real Estate Workshop
1993 Burt Rodgers School of Real Estate
1990 to 1994 University of South Florida
1989 Floyd Wickman Real Estate Closers Workshop
Professional Associations
GRI, Notary Public
Member of Fort Myers Board of Realtors
Member of Florida Association of Realtors
Member of National Association of Realtors
Member of the Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce
Personal Information
Originally from Michigan, Andrew moved to Fort Myers Beach in July of 2004. After 15 years in the Retail industry working for the Footlocker Corporation throughout Michigan and Dallas, Texas as an Executive Trainer and Market Leader. Andrew won numerous sales leadership awards!
we found a great lot - Pascal Fabing (Jul 26, 2009)
Pascal Fabing bought a home and would recommend using Andrew for your home purchase. Comments:
"we found a great big lot on the beach and his help was amazing..." Read More
"we found a great big lot on the beach and his help was amazing because we leave overseas. The all transaction was perfectelly done and in a short time. Wondefull job Andrew"
Response: "I just love your whole family, and I hope on your new lot you are able to build your dream house! Thank you again for just being a great friend!" This review has been confirmed by the reviewer.
the most incredible agent i dealed with - Pascal Fabing (Jul 26, 2009)
Pascal Fabing bought a home and would recommend using Andrew for your home purchase. Comments:
"I'm from France and I bought a house on Fort Myers Beach and he took..." Read More
"I'm from France and I bought a house on Fort Myers Beach and he took care of all what I needed and I didn't know at this time and without him the things would have more diffucult for me coming from Europe. Thank him thousand times"
Response: "Thank you Pascal for the kind words and the best part of the whole deal is now being such good friends and visiting when you come in town!" This review has been confirmed by the reviewer.
Mortgage Experience - Casey (Jun 30, 2009)
Casey bought a home and would recommend using Andrew for your home purchase. Comments:
"Andrew and I worked with a mutual client, Andrew of course..." Read More
"Andrew and I worked with a mutual client, Andrew of course representing the client on the purchase of a piece of property and myself, at the time handling the financial transaction thru the bank that I was working for...Andrew was on top of every detail from beginning to end and best of all, I always work 24/7 and happy to say Andrew did as well..I had to reach him a few times on a Sunday and without fail, he picked up every time...Hats off to you Andrew!!...Your the Best!"
Response: "Thank you Casey for all of your nice comments, it was just as nice to work with such an expert that knows how to get any aspect of the financial side of the deal done, and not just done but on time! Great job~ Thank you again!" This review has been confirmed by the reviewer.
Great Realtor!! - James Olson (Jun 25, 2009)
James Olson bought a home and would recommend using Andrew for your home purchase. Comments:
"Andrew is very knowledgeable and a very nice guy. I am a Broker in..." Read More
"Andrew is very knowledgeable and a very nice guy. I am a Broker in Wis. and sure enjoyed working with him on our new house. Thanks, Jim"
Response: "Thank you for your kind words Mr. Olson and I look forward to selling you another house on a canal in the future. You and your wife were a real pleasure to work with and I hope we are able to do dinner when you come back in the fall! Thank you again...." This review has been confirmed by the reviewer.
realtor of the first degree!!! - benjamin fiandt (Jun 18, 2009)
benjamin fiandt bought a home and would recommend using Andrew for your home purchase. Comments:
"bought and sold without problem in a tough market.great sense of..." Read More
"bought and sold without problem in a tough market.great sense of humor ,computor savey,the finest i have worked with."
Response: "Thank you Mr. Fiandt, It was a please to work for you and I am glad we found you a condo that you and when the kids come down can enjoy. Dont forget about the direct beach access across the street! Thank you again for the very nice comments!"
Great Experience - Deanna Busbin (Jun 18, 2009)
Deanna Busbin bought a home and would recommend using Andrew for your home purchase. Comments:
"Andrew was very flexible, patient, and knowledgable. I would highly..." Read More
"Andrew was very flexible, patient, and knowledgable. I would highly recommend Andrew for all mine and your realtor needs."
Response: "Thank you Deanna, it was a pleasure to find you and Jeff a home that your family will enjoy for many years. Remember Jeff still owes me a ride on the Airboat so we can go fishing! Please refer me to your Friends and Family!"
I couldn't have been more pleased!! - Dixie Olson (Jun 17, 2009)
Dixie Olson bought a home and would recommend using Andrew for your home purchase. Comments:
"I couldn't have been more pleased with a Realtor, then I was with..." Read More
"I couldn't have been more pleased with a Realtor, then I was with Andrew.
Very on top of his game, knowledgable and patient.
He "goes the extra mile" and doesn't use pressure at all.
He was so much fun to work with, and plan to work with him in the future and have told our family and friends about him.
Thank you Andrew!!!
I love the home you worked so hard to get me.
All the best,
Dixie"
Response: "Thank you Dixie, it was really all my pleasure to work with such great friends! I cant wait to see the house when you have finished it! See you both in a few months!" This review has been confirmed by the reviewer.
WOW, one of the best agents I have ever met! - Jennifer Peterson (Jun 09, 2009)
Jennifer Peterson bought a home and would recommend using Andrew for your home purchase. Comments:
"This agent was all over it, just a ton of knowledge and a complete..." Read More
"This agent was all over it, just a ton of knowledge and a complete expert on Fort Myers Beach. If you are looking for a very good Realtor~ Andrew Cochrane is the agent for you!
Jennifer P. "
Response: "Thank you for the very kind words Jennifer, I hope to help you again in a future Real Estate need. Remember your highest compliment is a personal referral!"
(32 homes sold)
Sold on: 2005-07-25 Sales Price: $1,250,000
261 Key West Ct. (map it)
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2008-06-17 Sales Price: $150,000
4203 E. 24th Street (map it)
Alva, FL 33920 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2004-08-18 Sales Price: $248,500
7300 Estero Blvd (map it)
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2006-08-01 Sales Price: $251,257
1840 Sunset Place (map it)
Fort Myers, FL 33901 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2006-11-27 Sales Price: $220,000
403 Se 17th Terrace (map it)
Cape Coral, FL 33990 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2005-07-14 Sales Price: $306,000
1106 Se 18th Ter. (map it)
Cape Coral, FL 33990 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2005-03-02 Sales Price: $332,000
5542 Palmetto St. (map it)
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2005-04-29 Sales Price: $450,000
4481 Bay Beach Lane #242 (map it)
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 Represented: Seller
Sold on: 2007-06-14 Sales Price: $425,000
4263 Bay Beach Lane #814 (map it)
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2005-06-16 Sales Price: $175,000
8190 Pacific Beach Drive (map it)
Fort Myers, FL 33912 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2007-03-15 Sales Price: $370,000
4401 Bay Beach Lane #811 (map it)
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 Represented: Seller
Sold on: 2007-03-15 Sales Price: $370,000
4401 Bay Beach Lane #811 (map it)
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2008-02-25 Sales Price: $450,000
8350 Estero Blvd #336 (map it)
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2008-02-25 Sales Price: $450,000
8350 Estero Blvd #336 (map it)
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 Represented: Seller
Sold on: 2008-03-07 Sales Price: $265,000
195 Hibiscus Drive (map it)
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 Represented: Seller
Sold on: 2008-03-18 Sales Price: $180,000
1216 Se 37th Street (map it)
Cape Coral, FL 33904 Represented: Seller
Sold on: 2008-05-29 Sales Price: $76,000
16090 Tierra Plaza (map it)
Fort Myers, FL 33908 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2008-05-29 Sales Price: $76,000
16090 Tierra Plaza (map it)
Fort Myers, FL 33908 Represented: Seller
Sold on: 2008-06-04 Sales Price: $230,500
7360 Estero Blvd. #C-808 (map it)
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2008-06-13 Sales Price: $620,000
5565 Avenida Pescadora (map it)
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2009-04-14 Sales Price: $875,000
3727 Palm Tree Blvd (map it)
Cape Coral, FL 33904 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2005-05-20 Sales Price: $47,900
708 Manhattan St. E. (map it)
Lehigh Acres, FL 33936 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2005-09-29 Sales Price: $1,400,000
185 Old San Carlos Blvd (map it)
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2006-03-10 Sales Price: $5,335,000
110 Sabal Drive (map it)
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2009-06-02 Sales Price: $69,300
316 E. Diplomat Parkway (map it)
Cape Coral, FL 33908 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2007-08-10 Sales Price: $132,500
16881 Davis Rd. #426 (map it)
Fort Myers, FL 33908 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2009-06-18 Sales Price: $0
330 Jefferson Ct. (map it)
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 Represented: Seller
Sold on: 2009-07-16 Sales Price: $0
3518 Sw 8th Ct. (map it)
Cape Coral, FL 33914 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2009-07-10 Sales Price: $124,000
1314 Sw 35th Street (map it)
Cape Coral, FL 33914 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2009-07-24 Sales Price: $35,900
11480 Villa Grand (map it)
Fort Myers , FL 33913 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2009-07-21 Sales Price: $0
1738 Georgia Road (map it)
Fort Myers , FL 33967 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2009-08-31 Sales Price: $0
1210 Westfield Dr. (map it)
Fort Myers, FL 33919 Represented: Buyer
What year did you become a real estate agent?
2004
How many years have you been in Real Estate?
5 years but I have been around houses all my life!
What is the average home price in your market?
Home sales in the SW Florida real estate market set an all-time record in April 2009 with 1,468 sing
Are there any new developments or trends in your area?
Statewide single family home sales were up 18% and median home sale prices were down 31%, and condo sales were up 21% and median condo prices were down 40%. As you can see, Fort Myers and Cape Coral are leading the state, as our home sales are up 81% over last year compared to the statewide average of 18%. SW Florida condo median prices were down 33% compared to the state average of 40%
Why do you enjoy being a real estate agent?
My job has to be one of the best in the world as I get to travel and meet great people from all walks of life. It is a great joy to sell a youg couple their first home or when you can sell a more established couple a Gulf front home that they have saved all their life for! All aspects of this business are rewarding.
What is the most challenging issue you face as a Real Estate Professional?
Finding new dinning experiences when good friends and customers come into town! Everything else falls into place if you surround yourself with good people!
Tell us one of your client success stories or an interesting moment in your profession.
I would hate to single out just one because in each sale it is it's own success story. It could be a first home, or a house for a child that is going to college and needs to be close to the university, and I could go on and on! There are special moments in all!!!!
What is your best characteristic?
The ability to make friends, set a rapport with people. One of my first customers in the business was a groomsman in my wedding. I feel very strong about my realtionship with customers as I want them to be life long friends and feel good about refering friends and family members to me.
Who or what inspires you the most?
God, Jesus Christ the reason why we live, to live for him and work toward a goal to not only make this a better place for me but for everyone I come into contact with. My family and friends inspire me to keep positive and do the right thing even when times are hard there is always someone who has it much worse than you do!
What is the best advice you ever received?
Don't look directly into the sun!
If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be?
Wow what a crazy question..... when you live in paradise, is there any place else to live. We live where people aspire and dream to live one day! South West Florida is Paradise!