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Charlotte County’s real estate market splits in two

Charlotte County’s real estate market is no longer moving in lockstep, with single-family homes and condominiums showing distinctly different trends, according to an analysis by a real estate technology company. Chris Dold, founder and CEO of Vero Beach-based Agent Arena, said the findings are based on closed sales recorded...

Charlotte County, FL · 13h
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Venice Gondolier

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Fire burns up business; owner says ‘I can’t recoup’

HARBOUR HEIGHTS — John Nowack said he walked around this business Monday feeling proud things were finally coming together.

Harbour Heights, FL · 3d

Venice Gondolier

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County balks at fees increase for development

PORT CHARLOTTE — Officials say they want to dramatically increase the fees charged to new home builders, but fear they could be sued by developers.

Charlotte County, FL · 1d

Realtor.com News & Insights

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Punta Gorda Buyers Face Fewer Homes as Market Pace Accelerates

Punta Gorda buyers faced a shrinking pool of homes, but properties moved off the market much faster than a year ago.

Punta Gorda, FL · 3d

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Tuesday is a Big Day For Every Taxpayer

On election day, Lee County voters overwhelmingly voted for Amendment 3; property tax reform.The final tally was 199,877 yes votes and 90,186 no votes. The Lee County Board of Commissioners is the first to announce a workshop on the issue. The details of what voters approved:. In 2027, the homestead...

Lee County, FL · 17h

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Charlotte County Entrepreneurs Fuel Historic Surge as Florida Business Boom Hits All-Time High

If you started a business in Charlotte County within the past year, you’re part of a booming trend. Florida’s seeing a surge in new business registrations, nearly 6% more than last year, with numbers reaching an all-time high for January through September. FiledToday.com, based in Punta Gorda, tracks...

Charlotte County, FL · 1d

The News-Press

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New Florida affordable housing projects take shape with hefty demand

Southwest Florida is seeing a growing push to create and preserve affordable housing as communities look for ways to help workers, families and longtime residents remain in the region . Last week marked the opening of a 144-unit affordable housing community in Fort Myers, while a new workforce housing development with 15 below-market-rate apartments is scheduled to debut Wednesday on Sanibel. Housing preservation organizations are also expanding locally in an effort to help existing homeowners stay in their homes. The projects come as national data continues to show housing affordability pressures making homeownership harder to achieve for many Americans. Rising home prices, elevated mortgage rates and a limited supply of attainable housing have pushed many would-be buyers to the sidelines. The local activity mirrors concerns outlined in last week's new National Association of Realtors' 2026 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, which found first-time purchasers remain historically underrepresented in the housing market and continue to enter homeownership later in life. Here's what to know. What new affordable housing opened in Southwest Florida last week? While affordability concerns persist nationwide, several Southwest Florida projects are aimed at increasing housing opportunities for workers and lower-income residents. Thursday brought the official opening of

Fort Myers, FL · 3d

WFLA

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Polk County farm among 3 permanently protected from future development

Nearly 830 acres of working Florida agricultural land in Polk County and two other counties have been permanently protected.

Polk County, FL · 1d

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Charlotte County Business Filings: Strong 16.5% Rise

The Charlotte County business environment just posted a number worth a second look. From January through September 2026, 3,578 new businesses registered here. That’s up from 3,070 during the same months of 2025. In other words, filings jumped 16.5%, or 508 more new ventures in nine months. What the...

Charlotte County, FL · 1d

The Financial Wire

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UnitedHealthcare says Lee Health intends to leave its Medicare Advantage network Jan. 1, 2027, and Sarasota Memorial says renewing its contract appears very unlikely

UnitedHealthcare sent Lee Health a proposal on Oct. 30 to keep its Medicare Advantage and commercial members in network, and the insurer’s Lee Health notice, updated Nov. 3, says the Lee County system still intends to leave both networks starting Jan. 1, 2027. Across the Gulf Coast in Sarasota, Sarasota Memorial Health Care System says... The post UnitedHealthcare says Lee Health intends to leave its Medicare Advantage network Jan. 1, 2027, and Sarasota Memorial says renewing its contract appears very unlikely appeared first on The Financial Wire .

Lee County, FL · 2d

WFLA

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Venice couple fights $56,000 ‘fraudulent’ SBA loan, Social Security payments at risk

A Venice couple is fighting to clear their name after discovering that someone allegedly took out a $56,000 Small Business Administration loan in the husband's name during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Venice, FL · 1d

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280-Unit Altera Jacaranda Opens at 2305 Frederick Drive in Venice, Florida

Wood Partners has announced the opening of Altera Jacaranda, a 280-unit residential development at 2305 Frederick Drive in Venice, Florida. The garden-style apartment community comprises five four-story buildings and is part of the developer’s Altera housing program, developed in collaboration with Axiom Architecture. Located in Sarasota County near Jacaranda Boulevard and Interstate 75, the property is managed by Greystar and has welcomed its first residents.

Venice, FL · 14h

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Nokomis scrapyard faces lawsuit threat over polluted runoff

A team of environmental advocates have filed a formal intent to sue a local metal scrapyard for allegations of polluting nearby waterways if the business doesn’t address stormwater contamination at its facility. Responding to a myriad of complaints from residents over polluted discharge at All Scrap Nokomis, Suncoast Waterkeeper...

Nokomis, FL · 2d

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Energy blockade, mass migration affect Cuba—and Florida

An observer who will speak in Sarasota this Friday weighs in. Host: Let’s start with a reminder: Havana is almost exactly the same distance from Sarasota as Tallahassee. History has taught us that whatever happens in Cuba makes big ripples here. This Friday, the Sarasota World Affairs Council will host a speaker who will give us an update on what’s happening across the Florida Strait.

Sarasota, FL · 2d

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This Week’s New Property Listings for Sanibel, Captiva

Data provided courtesy of Eric Pfeifer, Broker-Owner, Pfeifer Realty Group, based on information from the Sanibel & Captiva Islands Association of REALTORS® for the period 11/04/26 – 11/10/26. Address ClassPriceSubdivision / Condo Name. 1627 Lands End Vlg 1627, CaptivaCondo$1,050,000.00Lands End Village. 1252 South Seas Plantation Rd 1252, CaptivaCondo$2,700,000.00Seabreeze...

Sanibel, FL · 2d

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IKEA announces opening day for new Sarasota store

SARASOTA, Fla. (WFLA) — Scandinavian furniture chain, IKEA, is opening a new store in Sarasota later this month. Customers will soon be able to peruse over 5,00 products on display and more than 3,000 curated items, accessories, lighting, textiles, and small furniture pieces tailored to reflect the needs of Sarasota residents.

Sarasota, FL · 3d

Babcock Ranch Telegraph

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Three companies open their doors for business on B Street

B Street will soon be a hive of activity with more businesses moving into their new spaces throughout the coming months. From innovative eateries and boutiques to a distillery and cigar shop, the new walkable shopping and dining district will offer a creative path for residents, visitors and entrepreneurs in Babcock Ranch. Pop’s Barber Co. gives a modern cut with […] The post Three companies open their doors for business on B Street first appeared on Babcock Ranch Telegraph .

Fort Myers, FL · 2d

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Tax Collector Moran returns more than $18.9 million in ‘excess funds’ to local taxing authorities

Major software modernization plus streamlined DMV/tax processing reported to be delivering ‘unprecedented operational efficiencies to support municipal partners amid Amendment 3 restructuring’. Following the official financial closeout for the 2026 fiscal year — which ended on Sept. 30 — Sarasota County Tax Collector Mike Moran announced on Nov. 6...

Sarasota County, FL · 1d

Insurance Journal

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King Risk Acquires Fort Myers’ Lott & Gaylor Agency

King Risk Partners, one of the largest insurance brokerages in the US, is now a little bigger after the acquisition of Lott & Gaylor Insurance agency in Fort Myers, Florida. Lott & Gaylor has more than 40 years in the business in southwest Florida, offering homeowners, condominium, boat insurance and commercial property and liability coverage. David Maxwell is president and owner, since 2006.

Fort Myers, FL · 1d