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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.

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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.

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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

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By Andrew Warfield
January 4, 2019

Resort seeking allegiance from airline passengers

Sunseeker resort to cater to Allegiant Airlines passengers

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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.

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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

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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

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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.

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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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By Brian Hartz
September 7, 2018

Luxury condo project beats back challenges — and avoids tree

The 24-story, 71-residence Virage condo tower in Tampa, Florida, is rising on the land formerly occupied by the beloved Colonnade restaurant — a community icon since 1935 that closed in April 2016.