FloridaCommerce launches $15 million Emergency Bridge Loan Program for businesses affected by Hurricane Helene

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In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, FloridaCommerce has activated the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program, making $15 million available to help impacted businesses recover. Small businesses in Florida that were affected by the hurricane can apply for short-term, zero-interest loans designed to provide immediate financial relief. The program, administered by the Florida Department … Read more

UPDATES from FEMA: Federal, state and local efforts focus on disaster response in Florida

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As Florida grapples with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, federal, state and local agencies are coordinating recovery efforts alongside nonprofit and faith-based organizations. Florida, along with several other Southeastern states, is facing significant challenges including impassable roads, disrupted communications, compromised water systems and widespread power outages. President Joe Biden recently approved a major disaster declaration … Read more

Mansions on the Market: A retreat on Lake Hiawatha (PHOTOS)

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Address: 19831 Michigan Avenue, Odessa Specs: 4 bedrooms | 4.5 bathrooms | 5,678 square feet List price: $3,750,000 This lakefront estate has 180-degree views of one of the largest, private freshwater, spring-fed lakes in Hillsborough County. Lake Hiawatha has two nature preserves, on the North and South sides of the lake, ensuring quiet refuge and … Read more

Mansions on the Market: Bay Island Gated Estate (PHOTOS)

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Address: 3799 Flamingo Ave, Sarasota Specs: 4 bedrooms | 4 bathrooms and 2 partial bathrooms | 8,138 square feet List price: $21 million Discover your very own gated, private peninsula on Siesta Key.  Located on the north end of the island, this one-of-a-kind furnished estate sits on more than an acre, with over 700 waterfront … Read more

Great Places and Spaces: St. Pete Beach’s Miramar Resort Expansion (RENDERINGS)

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The Miramar Resort, at 4200 Gulf Boulevard, St. Pete Beach, revealed plans for an expansion that would include building a new seven-story, 30-unit, building.  St. Petersburg architect Jack Bodziak and partner Britt Browne Hayes have released new renderings revealing a 1950s-inspired design for the new building, which will include a rooftop restaurant, and bar, and … Read more

Cary Street Partners ‘plants its flag’ in Tampa with a new office and three seasoned Tampa Bay financial advisors

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Cary Street Partners, based in Richmond, Virginia, has expanded with the opening of a new office in Tampa, the first of its offices in Florida. Joining the Tampa office are three veteran financial advisors including Steven R. Cere, Jason M. Walters and Christopher M. Nardi. “We are excited to join Cary Street Partners and look … Read more

Mansions on the Market: Clearwater estate on Magnolia Drive (PHOTOS)

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Address: 205 Magnolia Drive, Clearwater Specs: 5 bedrooms | 5 bathrooms | 6,087 square feet Listing price: $6,200,000 This historic home is located on the bluffs, overlooking Clearwater Harbor, in the Harbor Oaks section of Clearwater.  The entrance is through an antique Tiffany glass door, leading to a center hall with a grand stairway to … Read more