How to Spot a Real Estate Scam Before You Get Ripped Off

My own journey in real estate has been an interesting one for sure, with several missteps, partners I should have avoided, and deals that went wrong before I finally met the right people, became better educated, and really got things dialed in. My first deal was a nightmare where everything that could go wrong did,

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How to Spot a Real Estate Scam Before You Get Ripped Off by Tatiana Zagorovski
Pinellas County approves two Habitat for Humanity developments

The Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners approved funding for two Habitat for Humanity Tampa Bay Gulfside affordable housing projects in Clearwater and Lealman. In Clearwater, a 1.35-acre vacant lot will be transformed into a new neighborhood dubbed Lake Belleview. In partnership with Tampa Bay Neighborhood Housing Services, the project will construct 24 townhomes for

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Sarasota condo project in Rosemary District gets a boost with $50 million loan

S3 Capital has arranged a $50 million construction loan for The Gallery Sarasota, a six-story mixed-use condominium project, in the city’s Rosemary District. The development, a joint venture between Palm One Associates and The Simpson Organization, will be located at the corner of 4th Street and Cocoanut Avenue and will include 60 condominium units, along

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Viceroy Residences Clearwater Beach to bring new era of coastal luxury and resilience (PHOTOS)

In a transformative move set to redefine beachfront living on Florida’s Gulf Coast, BH3 Management and U.S. Development have unveiled Viceroy Residences Clearwater Beach — the region’s first waterfront condominium development in more than a decade. Located at 551 Gulf Blvd., the dual nine-story landmark blends modern coastal elegance with innovative resiliency features, tailored to

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Ronto Group announces new Sarasota Bay condominium project (RENDERINGS)

The Naples-based Ronto Group is expanding its presence in Sarasota with a new luxury condominium project, Amara on Sarasota Bay, set to be built on Golden Gate Point. Demolition of the former Pier 550 condominiums began Jan. 23 to make way for the nine-story development which will include 54 residences, across two towers. The 2.3-acre

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Booz Allen Hamilton to relocate to Midtown East

Global consulting firm Booz Allen Hamilton will move its Tampa office to Midtown East, a forthcoming 18-story tower in the Midtown Tampa development, scheduled to open in the second quarter of 2025. The Midtown East building, a joint project by Highwoods Properties and Bromley Companies, will become the tallest structure in Tampa’s Westshore district. It

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Marina Pointe tower reaches sold-out status with $3.1 million penthouse

Marina Pointe, a luxury condominium development in Tampa Bay, has sold out all units in its first residential tower, with the final sale of a 3,300-square-foot penthouse, closing at $3.1 million, in December. The development, part of the 52-acre Westshore Marina District, has three planned residential towers. Construction on Tower II is slated to begin

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Court decision clarifies zoning authority, paves way for Harbour Island development

A recent court ruling has clarified the scope of zoning authority in Tampa, allowing Liberty Group to move forward with development plans for a Harbour Island property. The decision restores the site’s original zoning classifications and resolves a four-year legal process. “This ruling provides important clarity on zoning procedures and we look forward to continuing

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Polar Capital opens first Tampa Bay office at Water Street

Polar Capital, a specialist asset management group, has opened its first office in Tampa Bay. It has signed a four-year, four-month lease at Thousand & One, an office tower on Water Street Tampa. Founded in 2001, Polar Capital manages $30.9 billion in assets, across global markets, and maintains offices in financial hubs including London, New

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Mast Capital secures $72.5 million loan for Saddlebrook Resort transformation (PHOTOS)

Mast Capital, alongside Amzak Capital Management, has secured $72.5 million in financing from Beach Point Capital Management to advance the $92 million renovation of Saddlebrook Resort, in Wesley Chapel. The resort recently unveiled plans for a 13-acre driving range, designed by renowned golf architect Rees Jones. The range features double-sided tees, TifEagle bermudagrass putting greens

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Tampa EDITION condo listed for $4.5 million (PHOTOS)

The Residences at The Tampa EDITION, 1000 Water Street, Unit 1402, has a listing for a 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom, corner unit condominium, in Downtown Tampa’s Water Street district. Designed by Roman and Williams, the unit features floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic skyline and waterfront views, 10-inch-wide plank white oak floors and high-end finishes. The kitchen includes Polaris

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Plans unveiled for Viceroy Residences Clearwater Beach (RENDERINGS)

BH3 Management and U.S. Development have announced Viceroy Residences Clearwater Beach, the first Viceroy-branded residences on Florida’s West Coast. The development includes two nine-story waterfront towers, marking the first new luxury condominiums on Clearwater Beach in over a decade. The 86-unit project, located at 551 Gulf Boulevard, is set for delivery in late 2027. The

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