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Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By

Mark Gordon
March 8, 2023

Pickleball competition heats up — with millions of dollars at stake

A variety of entrepreneurs in the region are racing to get into — or get ahead — in the business of pickleball, with soon-to-be national leagues, all-encompassing social and sports clubs, and more.

Strategies

By

Mark Gordon
March 7, 2023

Fleming’s, P.F. Chang’s founder to launch new Chinese concept in Naples

PJK Neighborhood Chinese officially opens March 14.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By

Beth Luberecki
March 7, 2023

Plumbing pro takes high-tech, professional approach to essential service

After going through two prior incarnations of his plumbing company, entrepreneur John Verhof has hit on a concept built for the long haul.

Entrepreneurs

By

Louis Llovio
March 6, 2023

Industry panel: Expect fewer amenities in new residential developments

Industry insiders discuss the residential market and how, with rising costs and a diminished appetite for debt, developers are likely to cut down on extras.

Commercial Real Estate

By

Steven Benna
March 6, 2023

Top commercial real estate transactions for Feb. 21-27 in Charlotte, Collier, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Sarasota

An apartment deal in Manatee County for nearly $100 million paces the week's transactions.

Transactions

By

Louis Llovio
March 6, 2023

Work starts on massive 50-acre, 5,000-residence downtown development

A $95 million apartment sale, retail properties change hands and a new county admin building top the week's commercial real estate news.

Commercial Real Estate

By

Business Observer Staff
March 5, 2023

Floridian home prices increased 73.5% over past five years

The state had the sixth biggest increase in the country.

News

By

Mark Gordon
March 3, 2023

Foursome of banks unite under one $2.46 billion brand

The Crews banking name in the region dates back 93 years.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By

Louis Llovio
March 1, 2023

Electric pickup truck powers nearly 3,700-square-foot home

Pulte Homes was able to use Ford's F150 Lightning to provide power at a test home in Babcock Ranch.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By

Mark Gordon
February 28, 2023

Publix expands its 'drink beer and wine while you shop' concept

Florida’s dominant grocer — where they ask customers "Did you find everything you need?" — adds an element to make shopping less of a chore.

Strategies

By

Mark Gordon
February 27, 2023

Naples brokerage, one of the largest in region, names new office leaders

Appointments follow the retirement of John R. Wood Christie’s International Real Estate's central office managing broker.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By

Steven Benna
February 27, 2023

Top commercial real estate transactions for Feb. 14-20 in Charlotte, Collier, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Sarasota

A pair of Pinellas County apartment deals surpass $150 million in this week's transactions.

Transactions

By

Louis Llovio
February 27, 2023

Bank spends nearly $60 million on facility for employees in Tampa

More build-to-rent coming, a couple of hotels sell and a $40 million office sale top the week's commercial real estate news.

Commercial Real Estate

By

Louis Llovio
February 25, 2023

Naples man sentenced to federal prison for $2.6M COVID fraud, weapons violation

A business owner lied and provided false documentation to secure loans for five businesses.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By

Louis Llovio
February 24, 2023

High-tech insurance firm enters Florida with aggressive growth plans

FloodFlash says technology and policy structure vastly improves how fast claims are paid, allowing for quicker returns to business.

Commercial Real Estate

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