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Punta Gorda’s City Marketplace Listed for $12 Million with New Development Vision
The long-vacant City Marketplace in downtown Punta Gorda is officially on the market for $12 million, presenting a transformative...
SVN Commercial Partners
Jan 252 min read
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Revitalizing Punta Gorda: A Closer Look at City Marketplace's Exciting Development Plans
SVNCP IN THE NEWS! Punta Gorda's City Marketplace Back on the Market with Exciting Development Plans Downtown Punta Gorda's City...
SVN Commercial Partners
Jan 242 min read
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Which Sarasota and Bradenton Area Zip Codes Are the Hottest for Home Sales?
Two Zip Codes in The Sarasota and Bradenton Area Ranked Among The Hottest in the Country for Home Sales. An aerial view of Downtown...
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Jan 172 min read
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The Impact of Declining Citrus Production on Florida's Economy: A Closer Look
Florida Citrus Industry Shows A 90% Decline In Production Since 2003-04 Florida’s citrus industry has experienced a 90% decline in...
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Jan 21 min read
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Understanding the New IRS Standard Mileage Rate for Business Use
IRS Increases The Standard Mileage Rate For Business Use The IRS today increased the optional standard mileage for automobiles driven for...
SVN | Commercial Partners .
Dec 26, 20241 min read
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Is Florida Becoming Too Crowded? Exploring the Impact of 23.3 Million Residents
Feeling Crowded? Florida Tops 23.3 Million People. State is one of the fastest growing, parts of the population boom in the South....
SVN | Commercial Partners .
Dec 25, 20242 min read
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Analyzing the Economic Impact of Florida's Tourism Industry in 2023
Florida Tourists Spent $131B in 2023 Visitors spent an average of $359 million per day and $131 billion total in Florida in 2023, a 5%...
SVN | Commercial Partners .
Dec 24, 20241 min read
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Breaking News: Lee County, Collaboratory Receives $19.3M Grant from EPA for Environmental Initiatives
Lee County, Collaboratory Awarded a $19.3M Grant From the EPA. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency awarded Lee County and...
SVN | Commercial Partners .
Dec 23, 20241 min read
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Will the $578M Initiative for I-75 Congestion Relief in SWFL Solve Traffic Issues?
Governor Announces $578M Initiative for I-75 Congestion Relief in SWFL. Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that $578 million from the Moving...
SVN | Commercial Partners .
Dec 20, 20241 min read
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Understanding the Impact of the Fed's Interest Rate Cuts and Future Reductions
Fed Cuts Interest Rates Again but Signals Slowdown on Reductions in 2025. Moves next year could have major effects on real estate and the...
SVN | Commercial Partners .
Dec 19, 20244 min read
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What's Behind Barnes & Noble's Expansion Strategy?
Barnes & Noble Is On Track To Open 60 New Locations This Year. The bookseller, which was on the verge of bankruptcy just six years ago,...
SVN | Commercial Partners .
Dec 19, 20241 min read
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Should Golf Courses Be Converted to Homes: The Impact on Communities and Land Use
Collier County Settlement Allows Golf Course Conversion To Homes. The Collier Board of County Commissioners on Dec. 10 unanimously...
SVN | Commercial Partners .
Dec 12, 20243 min read
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Surviving Chapter 11: How Fast-Food Chains Can Rebound After Financial Struggles
Struggling Fast-Food Restaurant Chain Files Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. A fast-food sandwich chain closed five locations and filed for...
SVN | Commercial Partners .
Dec 10, 20243 min read
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MasterCraft Builder Group: How Perry Homes' Expansion Will Impact Florida's Real Estate Market
Perry Homes Expands Florida Footprint With Acquisition of MasterCraft Builder Group. The deal complements Perry Homes’ recent expansion...
SVN | Commercial Partners .
Dec 5, 20241 min read
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Is Amazon's Expansion Into Fort Myers a Game Changer for Warehouse Development?
Amazon Pays $66.5m For 143 Acres In Fort Myers To Build New Warehouse Even the scaled-back version of a planned Amazon warehouse and...
SVN | Commercial Partners .
Nov 22, 20243 min read
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Discover the Luxurious Vision for the New St. Regis Resort and Residences in Fort Lauderdale by Bahia Mar Developers
Bahia Mar Developers Unveil Plans For St. Regis Resort and Residences in Fort Lauderdale. First phase of the $2B project calls for 160...
SVN | Commercial Partners .
Nov 20, 20241 min read
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Exploring the Impact of the Youngquist Brothers Rock Mine Record Sale on the SWLF Market
Youngquist Brothers Rock Mine Sells For SWLF Record $620M A $620 million land deal believed to be the most lucrative in Southwest Florida...
SVN | Commercial Partners .
Nov 18, 20242 min read
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Want to Start a Small Business? Discover Why Cape Coral is Ranks Among the Best Cities for Success
Cape Coral Named Among Top Best Cities For Small Businesses Cape Coral ranked No. 13 in CoworkingCafe’s Top 20 Best Cities for Small...
SVN | Commercial Partners .
Nov 15, 20241 min read
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Restoring the Beauty: How Fishermen's Village is Bouncing Back After Hurricane Milton
Fishermen’s Village Reopens After Hurricane Milton & Preps For Annual Lighting of the Village Event Fishermen’s Village will reopen on...
SVN | Commercial Partners .
Nov 14, 20242 min read
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Unlocking Success: How SVN Commercial Partners' ROI Group Achieved 40 Closings and Expanded in South Florida
The ROI Group of SVN Commercial Partners proudly announces the successful closing of "Lakes of Boca Raton Plaza" marking their 40th...
SVN | Commercial Partners .
Nov 4, 20242 min read
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Commercial Lease Tax in Florida Dropping by Nearly 50% June 1
Multiple obstacles to office demand have been affecting occupancies for the last year, but there is one potential tailwind that could...
SVN Commercial Partners
Oct 29, 20242 min read
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Exploring KKR's Acquisition Strategy: A Closer Look at the Central Florida Industrial Portfolio Deal
Warehouses purchased through KKR Real Estate Partners Americas III fund. Global investment firm KKR added to its Central Florida...
SVN | Commercial Partners .
Oct 28, 20242 min read
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Uncovering the Trends: Analyzing New Home Market Pulse Sales and Cancelations for October
New home traffic was muted in October, driven by elevated mortgage rates. Still, sales and cancelations are held in a seasonally normal...
SVN | Commercial Partners .
Oct 25, 20243 min read
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From the Ice to Real Estate: How NHLer Brandon Bollig Took on a New High-Profile Challenge
SVN’s Brandon Bollig, NHLer & Stanley Cup Champ, to Market 2 High-Profile Listings. Brandon Bollig of SVN Commercial Partners, leveraging...
SVN | Commercial Partners .
Oct 16, 20242 min read
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How will the extended IRS filing and payment deadlines benefit storm-stressed taxpayers in Florida?
The IRS, in what amounts to a practical gesture to thousands of Florida taxpayers who lost their homes, shuttered their businesses or...
SVN | Commercial Partners .
Oct 15, 20243 min read
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Rebuilding After Hurricane Milton: Business Continuity: Relocation and Employee Safety
After a hurricane, many businesses need to temporarily relocate or adjust their operations. This post provides guidance on how to keep...
SVN Commercial Partners
Oct 11, 20241 min read
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Rebuilding After Hurricane Milton: Post-Hurricane Rebuilding & Repairs
In the wake of a hurricane, you’ll likely need permits before making any significant repairs or rebuilding efforts. Here’s how to ensure...
SVN Commercial Partners
Oct 11, 20241 min read
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Rebuilding After Hurricane Milton: Debris Removal: What You Need to Know
Properly handling debris after a hurricane is critical for both safety and compliance with local regulations. Each county in Southwest...
SVN | Commercial Partners .
Oct 11, 20241 min read
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Rebuilding After Hurricane Milton: Financial Relief Options: FEMA, SBA, and More
If your business or commercial property has suffered significant damage, there are financial relief options available to help you...
SVN | Commercial Partners .
Oct 11, 20241 min read
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Rebuilding After Hurricane Milton: Documenting Damage and Navigating Insurance Claims
Once it is safe to inspect your property, the next crucial step is documenting the damage for insurance purposes. This process can be...
SVN Commercial Partners
Oct 11, 20241 min read
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Rebuilding After Hurricane Milton: Prioritizing Safety and Immediate Steps After A Hurricane
In the aftermath of a hurricane, it’s essential to prioritize safety above all else. The devastation caused by storms like Hurricane...
SVN Commercial Partners
Oct 11, 20241 min read
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We’re Here for You During Hurricane Milton
As Hurricane Milton approaches, we want to take a moment to remind you to stay safe. Your well-being is our top priority, and we’re here...
SVN Commercial Partners
Oct 7, 20241 min read
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Preparing Your Home for Hurricane Helene: The Best Extensions to Consider
The IRS has announced relief available to victims of Hurricane Helene, affecting Alabama , Florida , Georgia , Virginia , North...
SVN | Commercial Partners .
Oct 7, 20242 min read
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Breaking Ground: The Impact of Lee County's $5.7m Agreements for Beach and Shoreline Projects
Lee County Approves Agreements For $5.7m In Beach, Shoreline Projects. Lee Board of County Commissioners voted on Oct. 2 to authorize...
SVN | Commercial Partners .
Oct 7, 20241 min read
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Breaking Down the Impact: Lee County's $89.25 Million Disaster Recovery Grants for Affordable Housing
Lee Commissioners Award $89.25m In Disaster Recovery Grants For Affordable Housing Projects Lee Board of County Commissioners voted on...
SVN | Commercial Partners .
Oct 3, 20241 min read
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Fed Cuts Interest Rates For First Time In 4 Years: Here’s What It Means For You
The Federal Reserve took the widely expected step Wednesday of announcing its first interest rate cut in years, a move that will have a...
SVN Commercial Partners
Sep 24, 20242 min read
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Collier Commissioners Approve Tax Rates, Consider Repaying Conservation Collier
Collier County commissioners on Sept. 5 tentatively approved the $2.98 billion 2024-25 budget. Still, they didn’t resolve whether to...
SVN Commercial Partners
Sep 23, 20243 min read
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Over 30 New Florida Laws Are Set To Take Effect On October 1st
Next month, 34 new Florida laws are set to go into effect. More specifically, all of those laws will take effect on Oct. 1 after being...
SVN Commercial Partners
Sep 19, 20245 min read
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August Builder Sales Rates Improved MOM (Homebuilder Survey First Glance)
Here are the top 3 takeaways from this month’s Homebuilder Survey. Builders’ average sales rates (net of cancelations) cooled year over...
SVN Commercial Partners
Sep 17, 20242 min read
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RSW $1B Terminal E Expansion Project Approved
The most expensive public infrastructure project in Southwest Florida history received approval on Sept. 5 from the Lee County Board of...
SVN Commercial Partners
Sep 13, 20243 min read
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Lee Health to Invest $1.5B in Capital Improvements Through 2028
Lee Health plans to invest more than $1.5 billion in capital improvements through 2028, according to a study from economic development...
SVN Commercial Partners
Sep 11, 20241 min read
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Lee Commissioners Award $229M in Disaster Recovery Grants for Public Facility, Infrastructure Projects.
Lee Board of County Commissioners voted on Sept. 3 to award more than $229 million in grants for about 20 public facility and...
SVN Commercial Partners
Sep 9, 20241 min read
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Summary of Public Single-Family Rental REIT Quarterly Earnings Calls
2Q24 is healthy for SFR REITs; eyes are on supply Steady rent growth continued for the SFR REITs in most markets in 2Q24. The SFR REITs...
SVN Commercial Partners
Aug 27, 20244 min read
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Family-Owned Cheney Brothers To Be Sold For $2.1 Billion
Food distribution company Cheney Brothers Inc., which operates a 427,000-square-foot distribution complex in Punta Gorda and other...
SVN Commercial Partners
Aug 22, 20243 min read
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Florida’s Population Passes 23 Million For The First Time Due To Residents Moving From Other States
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Florida’s population crossed the 23 million residents mark for the first time this year because of the influx of...
SVN Commercial Partners
Aug 20, 20241 min read
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SVN Commercial Partners Court Appointed to Exclusively Market Fisherman’s Village
SVN Commercial Partners Court Appointed to Exclusively Market Fisherman’s Village Official brochure Punta Gorda, FL – July 17, 2024 – ...
SVN Commercial Partners
Aug 14, 20242 min read
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Development Permit Issued for Cape Coral’s Tropicana Park
Army Corps of Engineers issued a development permit on July 29 for Tropicana Park in northwest Cape Coral, a project that has been on...
SVN Commercial Partners
Aug 6, 20241 min read
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Naples Area Residential Inventory Increases, Sales Decrease in June
Despite a 59% year-over-year increase in overall inventory in the Naples area residential real estate market during June, overall closed...
SVN Commercial Partners
Jul 30, 20241 min read
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Sean Old Named Multi-Housing Group Leader at SVN Commercial Partners
SVN Commercial Partners proudly appointed Sean Old as team leader of its newly launched SVN Commercial Partners | Multi-Housing Group....
SVN Commercial Partners
Jul 22, 20241 min read
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Bonita Bill’s Restaurant On Market As Semmer Family Decides To Sell
For three decades, electrician Bill Semmer invested in waterfront property on San Carlos Island, including his passion project, Bonita...
SVN Commercial Partners
Jul 18, 20242 min read
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