Primary Election Day

One-third of Floridians typically vote by mail, although now due to COVID-19 these numbers are expected to at least double for the primary and general elections, which why residents of the Sunshine State now have the three voting options this year. Continue reading “Primary Election Day”

Florida Eviction Ban Only Protects COVID-Impacted Renters

For the third time, Governor Ron DeSantis has extended the eviction moratorium but the latest extension protects only those that can prove a pandemic-created hardship has kept them from paying. Continue reading “Florida Eviction Ban Only Protects COVID-Impacted Renters”

Diversifying Your Real Estate Portfolio

Diversifying your investment portfolio is important for several reasons, including the potential to increase income and prevent any one source of loss from ruining you as an investor.   Continue reading “Diversifying Your Real Estate Portfolio”

Temperature Screenings at the Workplace

Workplace temperature screening has become popular as employers across the globe are faced with the need to reduce the spread of COVID-19.  While it is a change from normalcy, this measure, along with face masks, hand-washing, and social distancing is intended to protect the health of both the workforce and the public. Continue reading “Temperature Screenings at the Workplace”

“Build for Rent” Trend is Hitting Florida

A surge in new home development across the U.S. has developers and investors looking to cash in on the trend of “Build for Rent” housing. Continue reading ““Build for Rent” Trend is Hitting Florida”

Nik Wallenda’s Daredevil Rally Drive-in Thrill Show

Sarasota’s own King of the High Wire, Nik Wallenda, is hosting the Daredevil Rally Drive-in Thrill Show at Nathan Benderson Park, this weekend and next! Continue reading “Nik Wallenda’s Daredevil Rally Drive-in Thrill Show”

Reopening Florida Phase 2

Phase 1 of reopening began on May 18th and nearly three weeks later Governor DeSantis has announced that Florida will enter phase 2 of reopening on Friday, allowing bars, movie theaters, and more to reopen! Continue reading “Reopening Florida Phase 2”

TSA at SRQ Airport Announces Changes in Response to COVID-19

The Transportation Security Administration announces changes to their security procedures in response to COVID-19. There has been a significant decrease in the number of passengers coming through the security checkpoints since the beginning of the outbreak, although now that states are reopening the TSA is taking extra precautions to help prevent the spread. Continue reading “TSA at SRQ Airport Announces Changes in Response to COVID-19”

Vacation Rentals Approved in Sarasota and Manatee Counties

After nearly two months of Governor DeSantis’s executive order suspending vacation rentals, Manatee and Sarasota counties received approval to reopen short term rentals. Vacation rentals standards and guidelines have changed to align directly with the Governor’s Safe. Smart. Step-By-Step Plan for Reopening Florida to keep not only the visitors safe, but the rental owners, and hospitality staff as well.  Continue reading “Vacation Rentals Approved in Sarasota and Manatee Counties”