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The Tampa investor who stopped looking rich — and started living wealthy Aerial view of suburban homes in Tampa Bay, showing residential streets, backyards and pools.

Aerial view of suburban homes in Tampa Bay, showing residential streets, backyards and pools.

The Tampa investor who stopped looking rich — and started living wealthy

Chuck Merlis October 20, 2025

Tampa investor Clark Lunt redefines the yardstick of success, showing young professionals how to build wealth that...

Sarasota growth continues as Kolter breaks ground on new apartments Aerial rendering of Alton Sarasota apartment community surrounded by water and greenery.

Aerial rendering of Alton Sarasota apartment community surrounded by water and greenery.

Sarasota growth continues as Kolter breaks ground on new apartments

Chuck Merlis October 20, 2025

Kolter Multifamily’s 256-unit Alton Sarasota project marks continued residential growth in one of Florida’s most active development...

Inside the $12.7 million sale of Tampa’s Buccaneer Square Five Below and Aldi storefronts at Buccaneer Square in Tampa, Florida

Inside the $12.7 million sale of Tampa’s Buccaneer Square

Chuck Merlis October 20, 2025

The $12.7 million sale of Tampa’s Buccaneer Square highlights investor demand and confidence in Florida’s retail real...

Tampa Bay remembers Doug Martin for more than football Doug Martin receives a certificate of appreciation from a U.S. Army officer at Schofield Barracks during the 2013 Pro Bowl week.

Doug Martin receives a certificate of appreciation from a U.S. Army officer at Schofield Barracks during the 2013 Pro Bowl week.

Tampa Bay remembers Doug Martin for more than football

Chuck Merlis October 19, 2025

Doug Martin’s legacy shines through his quiet generosity and service to Tampa Bay.

Baker and Emily Mayfield just gave a Florida Gator the opportunity of a lifetime University of Florida football player Charles Emanuel III smiles and shakes hands with teammates as they applaud during a team meeting.

University of Florida football player Charles Emanuel III smiles and shakes hands with teammates as they applaud during a team meeting.

Baker and Emily Mayfield just gave a Florida Gator the opportunity of a lifetime

Chuck Merlis October 17, 2025

Baker Mayfield’s latest scholarship honors a Florida Gator whose grit mirrors his own rise from walk-on to...

Duke Energy Florida powers multifamily growth with energy-efficient incentive A modern multifamily housing complex with balconies and large windows, showing completed energy-efficient buildings next to new construction.

A modern multifamily housing complex with balconies and large windows, showing completed energy-efficient buildings next to new construction.

Duke Energy Florida powers multifamily growth with energy-efficient incentive

Chuck Merlis October 16, 2025

Duke Energy Florida’s new ENERGY STAR incentive offers builders up to $1,000 per unit for energy-efficient multifamily...

Ceviche’s Tampa comeback shows why visibility is viability Ceviche Tapas Bar & Restaurant logo in teal featuring a crest above the restaurant’s name.

Ceviche’s Tampa comeback shows why visibility is viability

Chuck Merlis October 16, 2025

Ceviche’s return to Tampa’s International Plaza isn’t just a comeback. It’s a masterclass in strategy, collaboration and...

What’s driving Tampa Bay’s $1.2 billion tourism boom? Palm trees frame downtown Tampa’s skyline under a bright blue sky at sunset.

What’s driving Tampa Bay’s $1.2 billion tourism boom?

Chuck Merlis October 16, 2025

Tampa Bay’s $1.2 billion tourism surge reveals what’s driving the region’s fastest-growing industry.

Firehouse Subs opens 1,400th restaurant in Clearwater Four people stand together inside the new Firehouse Subs restaurant in Clearwater, smiling for a photo in front of a mural featuring a Clearwater Fire & Rescue truck.

Four people stand together inside the new Firehouse Subs restaurant in Clearwater, smiling for a photo in front of a mural featuring a Clearwater Fire & Rescue truck.

Firehouse Subs opens 1,400th restaurant in Clearwater

Chuck Merlis October 16, 2025

Firehouse Subs opened its 1,400th location in Clearwater, spotlighting Tampa Bay’s strong franchise growth and community impact.

Midtown Tampa lands TeamViewer as global tech firm’s U.S. base Composite image showing Midtown East’s exterior tower alongside its interior lobby and lounge space.