Gulf Living Group
NAPLES, Fla. – It may be getting more expensive to live, but Southwest Florida remains at the top of the “Best Places to Retire” in the country, based on the latest research by U.S. News & World Report. The state’s metros led the way in the annual findings released this morning by the magazine, with… Read More »
Over the past several years we’ve seen real estate prices climb higher and higher due to a limited supply and an increased demand, but a new factor is pushing prices up even further: the skyrocketing price of building materials. So, what’s behind these increased prices, and, more importantly, when can we expect some relief? We’re… Read More »
It’s not just main-residence single-family homes that have been selling like hotcakes. With restrictions on foreign travel and a renewed focus on quality of life, sales of vacation homes have also skyrocketed throughout the area. Traditionally, vacation homes along the Pinellas beaches have always been in high demand with snowbirds. Owners and renters alike would… Read More »
The weather is hot and the beach is calling, but thanks to another dreaded red tide bloom, you may want to think twice before heading to the shore. Red tide is an event that occurs when algae—a plant-like organism—grows out of control. The name ‘red tide’ comes from the overgrown algae that can cause the… Read More »
The days are getting hotter, and that backyard pool is looking very inviting. But this year, keeping that Florida pool clean and sparkling this summer could become more challenging, as market forces have converged to reduce chlorine supplies and drive up prices. Last August, the factory that produces the majority of the nation’s chlorine tablets… Read More »
