Possible changes eyed for Florida condo laws
The senator said she wanted to help “smooth the transition” for condominium associations to come into compliance with the laws, which many residents say are causing soaring costs.Original Article
Tampa, St. Pete among cities with the highest home price increases over the past decade, study shows
There's only one city above Tampa in terms of home prices increasing over the past decade.Original Article
Pinellas pours millions into redeveloping former Raytheon and Ceridian sites to make way for affordable housing
When complete, the two projects will deliver over 3,000 apartment units to St. Pete.Original Article
Tampa appoints new housing director as city faces affordability issues
The role of director of housing and community development has never been more crucial as the city faces an ongoing housing crisis and a wave of displaced residents following Hurricane Milton.Original Article
Big Cat Rescue, of pandemic-era Netflix fame, sells off Tampa property
With one closing down and another to come, the Big Cat Rescue property will be transformed in the coming years.Original Article
21-story apartment tower could rise near USF St. Pete
A site plan proposal for a $67 million mixed-use development has been submitted to the city of St. Pete.Original Article
Tampa Bay ended 2024 with the lowest asking rents in three years
“We’re starting 2025 in a renter’s market," a Redfin economist said.Original Article
The National Observer: A look at how housing affordability changed in 2024
Today, we're looking at the Biden-era workplace reform efforts that will likely change under the incoming Trump administration, six major landlords that have been added to an antitrust lawsuit and a tech giant that's planning layoffs. But first, let's take a look at at how housing affordability changed in 2024.Original Article
YouTube-famous Largo real estate investor Ben Mallah sells off retail properties
Ben Mallah will always listen to an offer if it's the right price, but he has been particularly motivated to sell since 2022.Original Article
The National Observer: Real Estate: What to watch in CRE, housing this year
I don't claim to have a crystal ball, but after speaking with several industry folks in the past few weeks, read on for five predictions about what's on the horizon for real estate this year.Original Article