One of the biggest locally based homebuilders in Florida is now backed by public capital.

New houses are being prepped for the age of automation.

Ultra-deluxe amenities — dog shower, anyone? — abound at the region’s newest residential communities.

Notable real estate land brokers see similar and diverse challenges in marketing land and lots in diverse Florida markets.

In some markets in the region, the power has shifted to the buyer — hello, more inventory. But from Naples to Tampa, real estate agents ooze optimism.  

A chance elevator encounter brought developer Paul Hardy out of semiretirement. His plans now are ambitious — and potentially lucrative.

By spreading its wings with its Sunseeker Resorts brand, Allegiant hopes to capture vacationers flying in to Punta Gorda for their entire vacation.