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Shumaker has expanded its legal offerings with the launch of two new service lines focused on immigration and technology, data privacy, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. The firm, which has offices in the Tampa Bay area and is headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, also announced new leadership for these areas: Maria del Carmen Ramos, Partner – Immigration

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis made waves recently by proposing a plan to eliminate property taxes in the state—a move that’s already sparked national debate. But one supporter of this policy isn’t just calling it smart—he’s calling it a game-changer. Cliff Maloney, CEO of Citizens Alliance, recently penned an op-ed for RedState praising DeSantis for taking

People at every income level are hurting in today’s economy.  Prices are up, wages are still stagnant, and interest rates are higher than they’ve been in years. Not to mention a weak stock market and increasing layoffs.  In other words, we’re facing bleak economic conditions.  In the first quarter of 2025, U.S. foreclosure activity saw

Three of Pinellas County’s beach destinations have been named among the best in Florida. In USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, Clearwater Beach ranked No. 2, Treasure Island Beach landed at No. 3 and St. Pete Beach came in at No. 7, on the list of “Best Beaches in Florida.” The results are determined by

The PGA of America announced that The Concession Golf Club, in Bradenton, will host the Senior PGA Championship from 2026 through 2028, beginning with the 86th edition of the event, scheduled for April 16 to 19, 2026. It marks the first time the Championship will be played at The Concession and the first time the

A groundbreaking force in women’s sports has been quietly rewriting the rulebook in Tampa Bay.  The Tampa Bay Inferno, a professional women’s tackle football team, isn’t just about hard hits and fierce competition,, it’s a story of relentless passion, resilience and the power of community support. Founded in 2012, by former player Jen Moody, the

The South Tampa Chamber has announced 33 finalists, across 11 categories, for its 2025 Business of the Year Awards, celebrating local businesses, and leaders, for their contributions to innovation, community engagement and professional excellence. The finalists represent a wide range of industries, from law firms and construction companies to nonprofits and media organizations. Winners will

As interest rates remain high, and commission structures change, buyers are navigating a more complex path to homeownership.

In today’s dynamic real estate market, creative financing strategies have become essential tools for investors and homeowners alike.  With record high prices, skyrocketing interest rates, and more rigid underwriting requirements, all being driven by a weakening economy, “Subject To” is becoming more popular again. This approach allows buyers to acquire properties by taking over existing

Investor sentiment—not fundamentals—is what drives financial markets today.  If you need evidence, just look at the past decade: we’ve seen stocks climb relentlessly despite sluggish earnings, geopolitical instability, and ballooning debt. But when sentiment shifts, even slightly, the air comes out of the balloon fast and hard. That’s precisely what we’re starting to witness right

Lifestyle activewear brand NVGTN has completed a $22.5 million sale-leaseback of its Trinity Commerce Center headquarters to Greek Real Estate Partners. Located at 1990 Corporate Center Drive, in Trinity, the 100,000-square-foot industrial facility was completed in 2024 and is fully leased to NVGTN. The Class A building includes 34-foot clear heights, 21 dock-high doors, three

Farley White Interests has acquired Lakeview at Hidden River, a 133,201-square-foot office building, in Northeast Tampa, expanding its presence in Tampa. The Boston-based commercial real estate firm purchased the property from Dilweg on April 30. The acquisition brings Farley White’s total holdings in the Hidden River Corporate Park to 688,000 square feet and more than