St. Pete, Clearwater apartments sell for eight figures

One of the sales is one of St. Petersburg's largest apartment properties.Original Article

The National Observer: Balance of power shifts in job market

In this week's edition of The National Observer, we explore the shifting dynamics of the job market, the acquisition of an iconic Texas-based restaurant chain, commercial real estate fallout from Red Lobster's bankruptcy and why sentiments are turning sour for homebuilders.Original Article

Foreign investment in US homes declines, but some markets are still hot

International buyers bought fewer U.S. homes in the past year but are paying more for residential real estate domestically than ever before.Original Article

Meet Tomlin St Cyr Real Estate Services, a 2024 Fast 50 honoree

Tomlin St Cyr is a residential real estate firm in Tampa and a 2024 Fast 50 honoree.Original Article

After Surfside’s collapse, new Florida condo laws may price out owners

The Surfside tower collapse has made way for new rules that is making condo ownership more expensive — potentially changing the demographics of neighborhoods and leading to condo terminations.Original Article

Homebuilder pessimism rises with higher interest rates, more inventory competition

Homebuilders continue to offer a bevy of incentives to remain competitive, but interest rates and inventory challenges are dampening their industry outlook.Original Article

Several Tampa Bay cities among the best for first-time homebuyers, WalletHub says

Overall, Florida took the top five spots on the list, with the report noting that while the area struggles in affordability, it makes up for it with its quality of life.Original Article

Tampa Bay among Florida metros seeing a drop in rent prices

The report found that Tampa Bay rents surged as much as 37.8% year over year in 2022, more than double the national average.Original Article

Amid rising affordability concerns, a Polk workforce housing crisis is easing

As Polk County companies grow, housing issues could overshadow the progress. Now, CEOs are expressing concern over employee retention, and living close to work is top of mindOriginal Article

Clearwater construction company details path to partnership with HGTV

The company, which is undergoing a massive expansion, will be featured in HGTV’s series "100 Day Dream Home."Original Article