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Meet the TBAY native leading Bank of Central Florida’s growth
Bank of Central Florida is thriving under local Lauren Fernandez, who is making it easier than ever to find personalized advice for managing your finances.
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Lessons from Mayor Jane Castor at the State of Tampa’s Downtown Forum
The mayor spoke at this year’s event, and offered insight into the current + future landscape of our home.
May 7, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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Real Estate
House prices have doubled in the Tampa Bay area
Both Tampa and St. Pete have seen average home prices double in recent years, according to a recent report.
April 23, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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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 4, 2024
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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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What makes a business successful... really?
Entrepreneurship is at the heart of Bank of Central Florida. The team is committed to being solution-oriented, always striving to find the best ways to accommodate clients needs.
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What are your bank’s core values?
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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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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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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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