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June 12, 2025
Warren Buffett Says Think Twice Before Buying a House
Legendary investor Warren Buffett has raised eyebrows with warnings that now might not be the best time to buy real estate. In fact, Buffett has largely steered clear of directly investing in residential properties, favoring stocks instead. At Berkshire Hathaway’s 2023 shareholder meeting, he explained that “there’s just so much more opportunity… in the securities […]
June 5, 2025
Summer Housing Update
The Tampa Bay real estate market is entering summer 2025 in a more balanced state. After the frenzied seller’s market of the pandemic years, the second quarter of 2025 finds home prices leveling off, inventory climbing, and sales pacing more slowly than a year ago. Both buyers and sellers should adjust their expectations to these […]
May 29, 2025
Why Everyone’s Moving to Tampa Bay (And What They Don’t Tell You)
A local’s take after 15 years of living in the Sunshine State’s fastest-growing metro
May 15, 2025
Surviving the Great Florida Insurance Crisis
If you’re a homeowner in Tampa Bay, you’ve probably noticed that insuring your property has gotten dramatically more expensive—and complicated—recently. You’re not alone. Florida is currently experiencing one of the worst home insurance crises in recent history, leaving many Tampa homeowners scrambling for answers. Here’s your no-nonsense post to understanding what’s happening, why it’s happening, and what you can do about it.
May 8, 2025
Is Downtown St. Pete Becoming Tampa Bay’s Miami?
Downtown St. Petersburg (“St. Pete”) has been transforming rapidly in recent years, sparking comparisons to the glamour and energy of Miami. Once a sleepy “Sunshine City” known for its artsy charm and retirees, St. Pete’s urban core is now buzzing with luxury high-rises, trendy eateries, boutique hotels, and a vibrant cultural scene. Some even dub it Tampa Bay’s version of Miami – a smaller-scale sibling with a hefty dose of South Beach style. In this article, we’ll explore how Downtown St. Pete’s lifestyle and culture are evolving in a Miami-like direction, from upscale condos and nightlife to walkable design districts. We’ll also note key differences – in traffic, density, beach life, and affordability – that set St. Pete apart from the Magic City.
May 1, 2025
Accidental Landlords Happening Again
Imagine trying to sell your home in Tampa or St. Petersburg, but buyers aren’t biting at your asking price. You locked in a rock-bottom mortgage rate a few years ago, so selling means giving up that cheap loan. Instead of slashing the price, you decide to rent the home out. You never planned to be a landlord, but here you are – an “accidental landlord.” This scenario is playing out across Tampa Bay as many would-be sellers opt to rent their homes rather than sell, reshaping both the for-sale and rental markets.
April 17, 2025
Florida Property Tax Elimination
Governor Ron DeSantis has recently unveiled a proposal aimed at providing substantial property tax relief to Florida homeowners, with an ambitious long-term goal of eliminating property taxes altogether. This initiative seeks to leverage the state’s budget surplus to benefit residents directly. Immediate Relief- Proposed Property Tax Rebates In the short term, Governor DeSantis is advocating […]
April 10, 2025
DOGE vs. Section 8
Why Free-Market Housing Solutions Beat Government Vouchers In a recent BiggerPockets article, “DOGE Takes Aim at Section 8—Will Vouchers Lose Funding?” author Jeff Vasishta raises alarms about potential cuts to Section 8 housing vouchers. The Department of Government Efficiency (nicknamed “DOGE”) has been slicing through federal budgets “like a chainsaw,” even [...]
April 3, 2025
Trump’s 2025 Tariffs
Inflation Pressures from Tariffs Tariffs act like a tax on imported goods, and companies often pass those higher costs to consumers. However foreign competitors will attempt to shave their prices as much as possible to still be competitive. As a result, the new tariffs announced on China, Mexico, Europe, and others in 2025 are expected […]
March 28, 2025
Go Beyond Landscaping
The best time to plant a tree is 20 years ago. If you’re selling a home or an investment property in Tampa Bay, you already know how important curb appeal is. But what if your landscaping could do more than just look good?Go beyond the basics. Don’t use the same [...]