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Real Estate
Projects to boost home value in the Tampa Bay area
Increasing the value of your home might be easier than you think.
March 04, 2024 02:26 PM
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Patrick Sidwell
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Development
Tampa-Orlando Brightline train route update
We rounded up some info about the upcoming route between the two cities.
November 9, 2023
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Patrick Sidwell
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Government
Fixing roads, adding sidewalks top of mind in Tampa’s proposed 2024 budget
Read more about Tampa Thrives and the $1.92 billion proposed budget.
August 3, 2023
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Business
TBAY Made: How Raymond James went from family business to international financial firm
From dispensing investment advice out of a St. Pete apartment to earning an annual revenue of ~$11 billion in 2022 — Raymond James has its roots in Tampa Bay.
July 10, 2023
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Brad Haft
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Development
Tampa developers receive $3 million grant for Ybor City affordable housing
Three locals developers will build affordable housing in Ybor City.
June 28, 2023
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Brad Haft
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Real Estate
Everything you need to know about short-term rentals in the Tampa Bay area
Let’s dive into what short-term rentals are, what ordinances are in place, and what contacts you can use to start operating in the Tampa Bay area.
June 20, 2023
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Brad Haft
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Home Services
Affordable housing initiatives in Tampa Bay, FL
Affordable housing can be a lifeline for longtime or new Tampa Bay residents.
May 19, 2023
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Brad Haft
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How Bank of Central Florida helped this local business owner build a quality business
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Finance
How to keep your car costs down in Tampa Bay
Average yearly car costs hit a new high in 2022 — here’s how to invest smartly.
March 27, 2023
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Culture
Filing your taxes in Tampa Bay, FL
Get started on filing your 2023 tax return.
February 21, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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2023 Tampa Bay real estate predictions
October 31, 2022
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Bailey Lefever
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Cost of living in Tampa Bay
We’ve broken down the cost of living in Tampa Bay, comparing it to other states and the US national average.
October 20, 2022
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