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Development

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  • February 1, 2019
Developer: Sustainable homebuilding staple of future

Developer Marshall Gobuty is hard at work bringing energy efficient homes to market. But does he think other area homebuilders will also start going green? 

  • Construction-Development
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  • By Mark Gordon
  • February 1, 2019
Prominent homebuilder readies for a new realm of competitors

Neal Communities has bevy of units, including Neal Signature Homes, Neal Land Ventures and Charlene Neal PureStyle, among others. The 266-employee company had $453.4 million in revenue in 2017, up 5.3% from $430.30 million in 2016.

  • Construction-Development
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  • By Business Observer Staff
  • February 1, 2019
Real estate industry: confidence is high

A deeper look at three markets in the region — Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater; Sarasota-Bradenton; and Fort Myers-Naples — reveals several core themes. One is the market, after a lengthy run-up is, in some cases, flattening out. And to some, that’s OK.

  • Construction-Development
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  • By Brian Hartz
  • February 1, 2019
As housing hot streak continues, builders throw money at creature comforts

While location will always be the No. 1 priority for buyers, amenities have become a key influence on home purchases in the Tampa Bay, Florida, region.

  • Construction-Development
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  • By Brian Hartz
  • February 1, 2019
In residential real estate, the home is now a tech sector

Tampa Bay, Florida, homebuilders are responding to the rising popularity of “smart home” automation services by prewiring new residences for future-proof high-tech compatibility. Another shift: designing homes with zero Wi-Fi dead zones.

  • Construction-Development
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  • By Business Observer Staff
  • February 1, 2019
Land demand trending toward infill, multifamily

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

  • Construction-Development
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  • By Andrew Warfield
  • January 25, 2019
Another Hardy deal for commercial developer

Developer Paul Hardy repurchases industrial site in Fort Myers to develop Alica ITEC park to attract technically oriented companies

  • Construction-Development
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  • By Andrew Warfield
  • January 4, 2019
Resort seeking allegiance from airline passengers

Sunseeker resort to cater to Allegiant Airlines passengers

  • Construction-Development
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  • By Brian Hartz
  • December 7, 2018
Body of work: Forensics institute poised to spur economic development, tourism

Capt. Justin Ross of the Pasco County, Florida, Sheriff’s Office and NFL player turned businessman Rogerick Green are teaming up to shepherd a unique public-private development project into existence.

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  • By Brian Hartz
  • November 16, 2018
Economic forecast: James Ramos, founder and CEO, Ramos Companies, Tampa

James Ramos, founder and CEO of Ramos Companies in Tampa, Florida, predicts the state of the local economy in 2019.

  • Construction-Development
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  • By Grier Ferguson
  • November 16, 2018
Economic Forecast: Construction firm sees growth potential in new division, parts of region

Construction — Jack Cox, president, Halfacre Construction Co., Lakewood Ranch

  • Construction-Development
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  • By Andrew Warfield
  • November 16, 2018
Economic Forecast: Keith Gelder, president,  Stock Luxury Apartment Living

Stock Development ready to take advantage of growth in apartment rental market

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  • By Andrew Warfield
  • November 16, 2018
Economic Forecast: Damon Romanello, CEO, Studio+

Studio+ CEO Damon Romanello expands to meet anticipated growth

  • Construction-Development
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  • By Grier Ferguson
  • September 28, 2018
Businessman ramps up focus on sustainable housing

Marshall Gobuty's latest sustainable housing project — Hunters Point Resort and Marina — is getting its start in Manatee County, drawing interest from as far away as Russia.

  • Construction-Development
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  • By Business Observer Staff
  • September 7, 2018
Brick by brick: the coolest projects in the region

The west coast of Florida has a high quotient of cool construction projects — but it comes with a chilly caveat: The industry’s severe labor shortage continues to drag down the otherwise robust sector, both in the state and nationwide.

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