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The sharks are circling…

Recently there have been talks about the shark population increasing and getting closer to the Cape and Islands because of the exploding seal population. Makes sense-I go where the food is, too. Residents and visitors should not worry, though, because shark attacks on humans are rare and they would rather eat a seal. Also, keep in mind that sharks are a crucial part of the food chain.

Real sharks are not the ones that are really circling, though, it is the Buyer sharks that are really circling and they are not circling seals; they’re circling Nantucket property! 7 and 9 Grant Ave. came on the market for $8.9mm a couple of weeks ago and word on the street is there were four offers immediately. The Gamble Estate is under agreement. 39 Hulbert Ave. has an accepted offer. I heard there’s been action on a property in Town that has literally been on the market for the last 5.5 years (not joking). We called for highest and best sealed bids on a great Tom Nevers listing because of multiple offers. It’s not just the high-end that is moving-it’s just about everything.

Shark attacks make for a strong market…