SCIAR Hosts 2026 Economic Summit at Community House

provided to The Santiva Chronicle

The Sanibel Captiva Islands Association of REALTORS® (SCIAR) hosted its 2026 Economic Summit on February 19 at the Sanibel Community House. Members of the public and real estate professionals were welcomed for a comprehensive economic outlook presented by Dr. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for the National Association of REALTORS®.

During the seminar, Dr. Yun provided insight into national, state, and local economic trends shaping the housing market, offering analysis and projections for 2026 and beyond. Attendees gained valuable insight into key factors influencing real estate, including market performance, interest rates, and broader economic conditions.

Heidrick & Co. Insurance Company, sponsors of the Economic Summit. 

Aiden Alves of Trademark Roofing, sponsors of the Economic Summit

Attendees of the 2026 Economic Summit.

From left to right are David Lowden and Lizzy Anda from Bank of the Islands, sponsors of the Economic Summit. 

From left to right are Bill Robinson, CEO of SCIAR and Dr. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist of NAR. 

The Economic Summit reinforces SCIAR’s commitment to keeping the community informed and engaged on issues impacting the region’s housing landscape. This event was sponsored by Bank of the Islands, Heidrick & Co. Insurance, Regions Bank, Superior Title Company, and Trademark Roofing.