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New Years Resolutions for Golfers

Top 10 New Years Resolutions for Golfers

As 2022 comes to a close, it’s time to start thinking about my 2023 New Year’s GOLF Resolutions!

New Years Resolutions for Golfers

 

Top 10 golf resolutions:

  1. Realize my driver is just as good as the $800 one I’ve been eyeballing.
  2. Convince myself a 3 foot birdie putt is easy.
  3. Understand the players with the highest handicaps will offer me the most advice.
  4. Come to grips with the fact that I didn’t “get robbed”, I just missed…
  5. Accept the fact that I have L-O-T syndrome, Lack Of Talent…
  6. Cope better with my ball’s defiance after it leaves the clubface despite my telling it what to do.
  7. Work on my math.  One swing will result in one of the following 5 outcomes: thin, fat, heal, toe or dead center, I need to realize I have only a 20% chance.
  8. More math:  12 inches short + cursing does NOT = Birdie
  9. Find some compromise between concentration and overthinking, a lot of over thinking…
  10. My biggest New Year Resolution, have fun and enjoy!  Naples FL being the golf capital of the world is perfect to put this last one to the test!!!

Happy Golfing and Happy New Year!

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Luxury Real Estate AgentNaples Golf guy aka Matt KlinowskiThe above information about New Years Resolutions for Golfers was written by Naples Golf Guy, Matthew Klinowski PA. An expert for 20 years in Southwest Florida Luxury Golf Communities. When you are ready to buy or sell property in Southwest Florida, contact

Contact Matt:  Matt@NaplesGolfGuy.com

or at 239-370-0892

December 27th, 2022 Posted by NaplesGolfGuy

Top 10 Golf Resolutions

Top 10 Golf Resolutions to Start the New Year

Have you set your New Year’s Resolutions yet? Don’t forget about your golf game! Here are my Top 10 Golf Resolutions for 2022. Well, they’re not really New Year’s Resolutions… I’m going with “casual promises to myself of which I’m under no legal obligation to fulfill”.

Top 10 Golf Resolutions for the New Year

 

Below are my top 10 golf resolutions:

  1. Set realistic goals, I have to accept the fact that winning a green jacket is not in my future.
  2. Wait until the 2nd hole to start drinking (this of course depends on and is directly related to how I got off the first two tees).
  3. Stop hitting my golf balls into hazards.  This also includes not hitting EVERY BUNKER on the course.
  4. Stop procrastinating with my short game practice, next Thursday looks promising…
  5. Exercise more, I vow to play 6 days a week instead of 4!
  6. Keep the ball in the short grass.  Specifically the hole I’m playing, not the one next to it.
  7. Score better than my age, I just hope I live until 117.
  8. Get a hole-in-one.  I already have the plaque in my office…
  9. Convince myself that riding in the cart is just as fun as driving the cart.
  10. My biggest New Year Resolution, have fun and enjoy!  Naples FL being the golf capital of the world is perfect to put this last one to the test!!!

Happy Golfing and Happy New Year!

Living the Golf Life in Your Own Luxury Golf Home:

Living the Golf Lifestyle of your dreamsWhen you think of living the golf life, what does it mean to you? “Golf Lifestyle” has different meanings for different people. Facilitating your dream lifestyle in a golf community is my specialty.

With more than 150 golf communities in Southwest Florida, finding the perfect one to call home doesn’t just feel intimidating, it is. Different golf clubs offer different amenities, courses and lifestyles. To discover what truly feels right for you requires an insider’s perspective.

It requires Matt Klinowski, aka The Naples Golf Guy.

Matt is the area’s most trusted resource when it comes to buying and selling golf community homes in southwest Florida. He’s got 20 years of experience, relationships up and down the coast and knows every club like the back of his hand. He’s always ahead of the game, so his clients don’t have to be.

A hard-working entrepreneur, who admittedly is not a “self promoter,” Matt has built a thriving business by combining his passion for golf and real estate. But what it’s really about for him iNaples Golf Guy will help you find Luxury Golf Properties for Sales  people. He has a natural ability to connect with his clients and ensures their happiness time and time again. For him, helping someone find their dream home is like chipping in from 40 yards out…only better. He’s not just buying and selling real estate—he’s helping people take the luxury lifestyles they dream of and making them real.

In terms of real estate expertise, Matt can “hit every club in the bag”—he deals in condos, single family homes, existing properties, new constructions and more.

And, what’s more: there is no separation between “Matt the realtor” and “Matt the person.” Authenticity is his super power. Matt combines a human-first approach with his natural tendency to hustle, always in service of others. It’s that opportunity to serve that fires him up to go to work everyday—and if he’s being honest, most days it doesn’t feel like work.

With hundreds of satisfied clients, no one knows the southwest Florida terrain better than Matt. So when it comes time to find your dream home at your dream club, call on the best.

The one, the only: The Naples Golf Guy.

Naples Golf Guy


Naples Golf GuyLuxury Real Estate AgentThe above information was provided by Naples Golf Guy, Matt Klinowski P.A., an expert in Southwest Florida real estate for almost 20 years.

Contact Matt:  Matt@NaplesGolfGuy.com

or at 239-370-0892

December 31st, 2021, Posted by NaplesGolfGuy

New Year’s Resolutions for Golfers

Top 10 New Year’s Resolutions for Golfers

Another year is coming to a close and it’s time to think about setting New Year’s Resolutions.  So this year, I recommend making yourself some GOLF resolutions. Well, they’re not really New Year’s Resolutions…  I’m going with “casual promises to myself of which I’m under no legal obligation to fulfill”.

New Years Resolutions for Golfers

Below are my top 10 golf resolutions:

  1. Set realistic goals, I have to accept the fact that winning a green jacket is not in my future.
  2. Wait until the 2nd hole to start drinking (this of course depends on and is directly related to how I got off the first two tees).
  3. Stop hitting my golf balls into hazards.  This also includes not hitting EVERY BUNKER on the course.
  4. Stop procrastinating with my short game practice, next Thursday looks promising…
  5. Exercise more, I vow to play 6 days a week instead of 4!
  6. Keep the ball in the short grass.  Specifically the course’s grass, not the neighbor’s.
  7. Score better than my age, I just hope I live until 117.
  8. Get a hole-in-one.  I already have the plaque in my office…
  9. Convince myself that riding in the cart is just as fun as driving the cart.
  10. My biggest New Year Resolution, have fun and enjoy!  Naples FL being the golf capital of the world is perfect to put this last one to the test!!!

Happy Golfing and Happy New Year!

About Naples Golf Guy


Naples Golf GuyThe above New Years Resolutions were provided by Naples Golf Guy, Matt Klinowski PA, an expert in Southwest Florida real estate.  When you are ready to buy or sell a single family home or condo in Naples, Bonita Springs or Estero, contact me. With almost 20 years of experience, I can help provide the market information and insights into individual communities to help you find the perfect home.  Most importantly, I will handle all the negotiations to make your real estate transaction as smooth as possible.

Contact Matt:  Matt@NaplesGolfGuy.com

or at 239-370-0892

December 29th, 2019 Posted by NaplesGolfGuy

New Year New Golf Rules

New Year New Golf Rules for 2019

The USGA has made major changes to Golf Rules which go into effect on Jan. 1, 2019. Several changes are expected to make it easier for players and improve the pace of play. Make sure you’re up to speed before tomorrow!

Golf Rules

The USGA has outlined the new Golf Rules for 2019 in detail.

A couple of highlights include:

  • Embedded Ball Rule – The rule now applies from tee to green instead of just the fairway
  • Lost Ball – You now have 3 minutes instead of 5 minutes to find a lost ball
  • Ready Golf – Players are now allowed to play when they are ready instead of waiting for the player farthest from the hole to play
  • New Procedure for Dropping a Ball – You now drop the ball from knee height instead of shoulder height
  • Repairing Damage on the Putting Green – Tap down those spike marks!
  • Unplayable Ball in a Bunker – You can now take relief outside the bunker with a 2 stroke penalty

View all changes…

So before you head out to the golf course, whether it is tomorrow or next spring, make sure you are up to speed on all the golf rules going into effect starting January 1st, 2019!

About Matthew Klinowski, PA


Naples Golf GuyThe above information was provided by Naples Golf Guy, Matt Klinowski, an expert in Southwest Florida real estate.  When you are ready to buy or sell a single family home or condo in Naples, Bonita Springs or Estero, contact me. With almost 20 years of experience, I can help provide the market information and insights into individual communities to help you find the perfect home.  Most importantly, I will handle all the negotiations to make your real estate transaction as smooth as possible.

Contact Matt:  Matt@NaplesGolfGuy.com

or at 239-370-0892

December 31st, 2018 Posted by Matt

SWFL Golf Courses Open

SWFL Golf Courses Open

Golf Courses OpenMany of you may be wondering what is the status of all the SWFL golf courses and when will the various golf courses open.  As you can image, several of them have water and tree damage due to Hurricane Irma.  Thanks to the SWFL Chapter of the PGA, the following is a list of anticipated open dates for SWFL Golf Courses.

Golf Facilities and Golf Courses Open:

  • Alico Family Golf Center – Open for Business 
  • Arrowhead Golf Club – Open for Business 
  • Audubon Country Club – Tentatively October 3-13, 2017 
  • Bay Colony Golf Club – Middle to Late October 
  • Bears Paw Country Club – Open for Business 
  • Blue Heron Pines Golf & Country Club – Open for Business 
  • Bonita National Golf & Country Club – Open for Business 
  • Copperleaf Golf Club – Open for Business 
  • Countryside Golf & Country Club – Tentatively Late October 
  • Cypress Lake Country Club – Tentatively November 1, 2017 or Later 
  • Del Tura Country Club – Open for Business 
  • Deep Creek Golf Club – Open for Business 
  • Eagle Creek Golf & Country Club – November 1, 2017 
  • Easy Picker Golf Products – Open for Business 
  • Esplanade Golf & Country Club – Open for Business 
  • Glades Country Club – Open for Business 
  • Golf Club of the Everglades – Open for Business 
  • Grey Oaks Country Club – Open for Business 
  • Gulf Harbour Yacht & Country Club – Open for Business 
  • Hammock Bay Golf & Country Club – Open for Business 
  • Heritage Bay Golf & Country Club – Open for Business 
  • Heritage Palms Golf & Country Club – Open for Business 
  • Hibiscus Golf Club – Open for Business 
  • Highland Woods Golf & Country Club – October 9, 2017 
  • Imperial Golf Club – Open for Business (West Course Only) 
  • Kelly Greens Golf & Country Club – Open for Business 
  • Kingsway Country Club – Open for Business 
  • LaPlaya Golf Club – Tentatively Middle of October 
  • Legends Golf & Country Club – Open for Business 
  • Mirror Lakes Golf Club – Tentatively October 7, 2017
  • Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club – Open for Business
  • Naples Heritage Golf & Country Club – Open for Business 
  • Old Corkscrew Golf Club – Open for Business 
  • Olde Florida Golf Club – Open for Business
  • Palmetto-Pine Country Club – Open for Business 
  • PGA Tour Superstore Naples – Open for Business 
  • Pelican Nest Golf Club – Open for Business 
  • Pelican Sound Golf & River Club – Open for Business 
  • Pelican Preserve Golf Club – Open for Business 
  • Port Charlotte Country Club – Open for Business 
  • River Hall Country Club – Open for Business 
  • Riverwood Golf Club – Open for Business 
  • Royal Palm Country Club of Naples – Open for Business 
  • Royal Wood Golf & Country Club – Open for Business 
  • San Carlos Golf Club – Open for Business
  • Shadow Wood Country Club – Open for Business 
  • Spring Run Golf Club – Open for Business 
  • Stonebridge Country Club – Open for Business 
  • Stoneybrook Golf Club of Estero – Open for Business
  • Tiburon Golf Club – Open for Business 
  • The Bonita Bay Club – Marsh Course Open/Naples Course Closed until further notice 
  • The Classics at Lely Resort – October 15, 2017 
  • The Club at Mediterra – Open for Business 
  • The Club at Renaissance – Closed until further notice 
  • The Club at Shell Point – Open for Business 
  • The Club Pelican Bay – Open for Business 
  • The Country Club of Naples – Open for Business 
  • The Forest Country Club – Open for Business 
  • The Old Collier Golf Club – Open for Business 
  • The Quarry Golf Club – Open for Business 
  • The TwinEagles Club – Open for Business 
  • TPC Treviso Bay – Open for Business 
  • Vanderbilt Country Club – Tentatively October 3, 2017 
  • Vasari Country Club – October 16, 2017 
  • Villages at Country Creek – Open for Business 
  • Vineyards Country Club – Open for Business
  • Verandah Golf Club – Open for Business 
  • Wildcat Run Golf & Country Club – October 23, 2017 
  • Windstar of Naples Bay – Closed until further notice 
  • West Bay Club – Open for Business 
  • Worthington Country Club – March 1, 2018

Print Full List of SWFL Golf Courses Open

Check back for updates on when SWFL golf courses open.

Golf Community Real Estate:

If golf is your game, I specialize in golf community real estate and would be happy to help you navigate the more than 100 different golf communities in our area.  If you prefer a more direct approach, I will provide a list of properties that meet your criteria and/or communities that meet your needs. So, if you’re ready to begin your property search, I encourage you to explore my website to find information about communities in Southwest Florida.

Bottom Line:

golf course communityIf you are buying a home in a golf community, you will find it’s more complex than a typical home purchase.  As you can probably imagine, there are significant differences between golf communities.  There are many different fee structures, membership options, pet restrictions, demographics and many other details that apply to the SWFL golf communities.

Also, if you are considering new construction, remember the contractor’s real estate agent represents the builder’s best interest, not yours.  There is no cost to you to have an agent represent you. In fact, I may be able to help you save money and negotiate for extras which the builder may not let you know about.

If you’re looking for information about a specific community in Bonita Springs, Estero or Naples, please contact me and I will prepare a custom market report for you.  I will provide the market information and insights to help make sure you select your dream home!

Lastly, I will handle all contract negotiations for your property from offer to close!

About Matt Klinowski


Naples Golf GuyThe above information was provided by Matt Klinowski, an expert in Southwest Florida real estate.  When you are ready to buy or sell a single family home or condo in Naples, Bonita Springs or Estero, contact me. With 15 years of experience I can help provide the market information and insights into individual communities to help you find the perfect home.  Most importantly, I will handle all the negotiations to make your real estate transaction as smooth as possible.

Contact Matt:  Matt@NaplesGolfGuy.com

or at 239-370-0892

October 3rd, 2017 Posted by Matt

Golf a Lifelong Sport

Golf a Lifelong Sport

RelationshipsGolf is a lifelong sport you can play into your 90’s. So, why should you consider taking up the sport? First, it is a great way to stay active and strengthen your core.  Whether you are looking to remain active, build relationships or just have a good time, there are many health and mental benefits to playing the game of golf.  And, did I mention you don’t have play like a pro to benefit from the sport?  Here’s just a few of the reasons to make golf your lifelong sport of choice.

 

Benefits of Golf as a Lifelong Sport

Exercise – Although you might be tempted to take a golf cart, if you do decide to walk the course and carry your bag or use a pull cart, you could cover 4 to 8 miles during the round.  That translates to 9,200 to 18,400 steps!

Build New and Existing Friendships – Golf is more than a sport.  It is a great way to networking on the golf courseget together with friends.  Enjoy a round of golf and then head to the 19th hole for a refreshing beverage and food.

Family Connections – If your whole family plays the game, it’s a great way to get 2-4 hours of together time with your significant other and children.  What a better way to spend the day then on a golf course with those that are closest to you.

Networking – Golf is a great opportunity to network and strengthen relationships with clients.

Improve your Health – Walking has been shown to have a positive effect on cholesterol, body composition and metabolism, according to a review in the British Journal of Medicine.

Enhance your Mental Health – If you are able to hit a very small ball, then you are forced to concentrate which may help improve your problem-solving abilities.

Lifelong SportRelated Articles:

The Surprising Health Benefits of Golf for Older Adults

The Many Benefits of Learning to Play Golf

Golf Fitness

Golf Spectating Could Benefit Health

Paradise Coast:

Naples is known as the golf capital of the world.  You may be surprised to learn there are more than 150 golf courses throughout southwest Florida. What better place to buy a second home, relocate or retire if you are a golfer?

Begin Your Own Naples Property Search:

So, if you’re ready to begin your property search, I encourage you to explore my website to find information about communities in Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero or Ft. Myers.  If golf is your game, I specialize in golf community real estate and would be happy to help you navigate the more than 100 different golf communities in our area.  If you prefer a more direct approach, I will provide a list of properties that meet your criteria and/or communities that meet your needs.

Bottom Line:

If you are buying a home in a golf community, you will find it is more complex than a normal home purchase.  As you can probably imagine, there are significant differences between golf courses.  Also, there are hidden fees, different membership fees, pet restrictions and very different demographics in each community.

Or, if you are considering new construction, remember the contractor’s real estate agent represents the builder’s best interest, not yours.  There is no cost to you to have an agent represent you. In fact, I can help you save money and negotiate for extras which the builder may not let you know about.

So, if you are looking for information about a specific community in Bonita Springs, Estero or Naples, contact me and I will prepare a custom market report for you.  Most importantly, I can provide the market information and insights to help make sure you select your dream home.

Lastly, I will handle all of the contract negotiations for your property from the first offer to close.

About Matt Klinowski


Naples Golf GuyThe above information was provided by Matt Klinowski, an expert in Southwest Florida real estate.  When you are ready to buy or sell a single family home or condo in Naples, Bonita Springs or Estero, contact me. With 15 years of experience I can help provide the market information and insights into individual communities to help you find the perfect home.  Most importantly, I will handle all the negotiations to make your real estate transaction as smooth as possible.

Contact Matt:  Matt@NaplesGolfGuy.com

or at 239-370-0892

October 1, 2017 Posted by Matt

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USGA Announces Proposed Changes to the Rules of Golf

USGA Announces Proposed Changes to the Rules of Golf for 2019

Rules of GolfUSGA Executive Director and CEO, Mike Davis, announced pretty significant and progressive changes to the Rules of Golf.  Most noteworthy, there are 5 key changes the rules committee is exploring for 2019.  In my opinion, and the opinion of many PGA Professional, these changes are long over due.

Proposed Key Rules of Golf Changes

  • How to Drop a Ball – You will be able to drop a ball from any distance above the ground. However, it must not touch anything and must fall through the air.
  • Time for Ball Search – The maximum allotted time to search for a ball would be 3 minutes instead of the current 5 minutes.
  • Repairing Spike Marks – It will be OK to repair spike marks and any other damage. Therefore, damage done by shoes, from a club, and almost all other damage on the putting green may be fixed.
  • Leaving The Flagstick in the Hole – There will be no penalty if you make a stroke from the putting green and your ball hits the flagstick in the hole.
  • Relaxed Rules in Penalty Areas – You will be allowed to ground your club and move loose impediments in a penalty area.

View Pictures of Proposed Changes

Bottom Line:

As a result, these new changes will help speed up the game of golf and make it more enjoyable.

More Golf Information:

Speaking of golf, did you know Naples Florida is known as the Golf Capital of  the World?  There are more golf holes per capita than any other area. And, with almost 150 golf courses in southwest Florida, it is a great place to retire or relocate.  In addition,  there are a wide variety of additional outdoor activities to match everyone’s lifestyle.

Finally, for those of you interested in buying a condo or home in Naples, Bonita Springs or Estero in a golf community, you will find it is more complex than a typical home purchase.  Condos have various fees and assessments which are not always obvious when you begin your search.  Also, if you have pets, there often restrictions on what type of pets and how big your pet can be. Lastly, demographics vary significantly in each community.

So when you are looking for information about a specific golf community in Southwest Florida, contact me and I will prepare a custom market report for you.  With 15 years of experience, I can help provide the market information and more importantly, provide insights to help ensure you select the best community to match your needs.

About Matt Klinowski


Naples Golf GuyMatt Klinowski has lived in Naples for more than 15 years.  He is an expert on the local Naples, Bonita Springs and Estero real estate market and specializes in real estate within golf communities.  Matt enjoys the laid back lifestyle in Naples with his wife (More about Matt…).
Contact Matt:  Matt@NaplesGolfGuy.com
or at 239-370-0892
March 5, 2017 Posted by Matt

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Avoid Freezing – Golf Tip

Avoid Freezing On The Tee

Avoid FreezingEvery once in a while you will see a golfer standing like a statue over the ball for a very long time.  Then before you know it they make a quick take away and swing really fast.  Basically you are watching someone freeze over the ball which happens quite a bit on the first tee.  To avoid freezing over the ball, try waggling the club back and forth a few times, or wiggle your toes.  You just need to make some sort of little movement to break the tension and relax the muscles. Head to the driving range and practice making some small movements before you begin your swing and you should see your scores improve.

October 18, 2016 Posted by Matt

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Ball in a Bunker – Golf Tip

ball in a bunkerWhat do you do when you find your ball in a bunker but you have to stand outside of it?  To make matters worse, your feet are well above the ball.  When this happens, you need to widen your stance and then bend your knees.  Most importantly, make sure you are bending your knees, not your waist.  Also, keep your legs and feet still and swing using just your arms and shoulders. Next, keep yourself centered over the ball and let the club slide under the ball.  Before you hit this shot, take a step away from the ball and make some practice swings.  As a reminder, do not ground your club in the bunker or it will cost you a penalty stroke!

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Power – Golf Tip

powerIs power the most important part of your golf swing? You may see most golfers swinging hard at the ball trying to generate a lot of power and swing speed.  The lower handicappers end up in the fairway and so do the higher handicappers. The problem is the higher handicappers ends up in a fairway on another hole!  Sometimes, power will get you in trouble even if you are a good golfer.  Your best shot isn’t always the one where you can hit the ball the farthest.  Consider hitting a hybrid on narrow holes or where a driver might result in you landing in a bunker.  Just because you can hit your driver a long way doesn’t mean you should.

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