Guest columns
Business visionaries invest in Lee County’s workforce and future
Just drive through Lee County and it’s evident by the bustling construction, new buildings opening and increased traffic that the area is booming, and statistics overwhelmingly support that conclusion. According to the U.S. Census Bureau and U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Lee County’s population has grown by 3.3% annually and is currently estimated at 802,178.…
Read MoreHomebuyers Facing Overvalued Markets Despite Prices Moderating
Boca Raton, Fla., (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Housing prices are starting to stabilize across the country, though homebuyers waiting for a break in the market may not find it anytime soon, according to researchers at Florida Atlantic University and Florida International University. Price increases have lessened month-to-month in areas like Seattle, where prices only increased about .2…
Read MoreNow’s the time to buy in Bonita Springs and Estero
Local Realtors and Brokers suggest that now may be a good time to buy a home. There were 803 active listings in May 2023, which was a 59.3% increase from May 2022. This represents a 106.3% increase of months of supply over May 2022. The result was a 3.3-month supply of active inventory, up from…
Read MoreHelp A Diabetic Child Opens Resource And Advocacy Center Offering A Variety Of Essential Services By Appointment
NAPLES, FL. – Help A Diabetic Child (HADC), a nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting local children and families who are dealing with diabetes, has announced the opening of the inaugural HADC Resource & Advocacy Center. Located at 2800 Davis Blvd., Suite 107, this center offers a variety of essential services by appointment only. Help A…
Read MoreImpact and Future of Barcode Technology in Industrial Application
How Barcodes helps the industries in improving the Efficiency well as Reduce Errors? • Organizations can use barcode systems to track items throughout their life cycle, from shipping to receiving. Barcodes encode product information and track their movements in seconds. • Barcode resolves warehouse management issues, including shipping errors, improper workflow, inaccurate inventory, etc. •…
Read MoreLegal and Security
The stormy landscape of business security extends beyond hurricanes like Ian and invisible cyber threats, reaching into the realm of evolving legal compliance. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Safeguards Rule deadline of June 9, 2023, has passed, and business owners must grapple with its implications. This rule mandated that financial institutions develop, implement, and maintain…
Read MoreWhat Makes Florida Unique? Sales Tax On Commercial Rent – But Changes Are Coming Sooner Than We Thought
By Ken Silberling If you asked me what makes Florida unique, I would probably say our reputation for strange and unusual news stories. But today, I’d like to focus on something completely different affecting business in our State. Florida is also unique as the only state charging sales tax on commercial leases. It should also…
Read MoreLee County Clerk publishes new report outlining county’s economic health
FORT MYERS, FLA. – Lee County Clerk Kevin Karnes has released his second annual report detailing key economic factors impacting county residents. In the 20-page report, titled The Sand Dollar, readers can learn how their tax dollars were collected, managed and spent. The easy-to-read guide also outlines trends in county property taxes, housing, employment, and…
Read MoreIs Season Back? Bonita Springs/ Estero Real Estate Market Update
The current buyer hesitation and dip in activity BONITA SPRINGS, Fla. While area brokers have been relatively pleased with the market’s performance year-to date, for the first time this year, April’s Bonita Springs and Estero real estate metrics indicate the activity quieted down showing month-over-month decreases in a number of the key stats. “New listings,…
Read MoreAverage Renter in Much of U.S. Needs $100,000 Salary
Rent-burdened Consumers Have to Do Without as Housing Costs Surge Boca Raton, Fla., (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The average renter in 11 U.S. markets must make a six-figure annual salary to avoid being classified as rent-burdened, according to a new report from researchers at Florida Atlantic University and two other schools. At the end of April,…
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