Real Estate
LSI Companies brokers a 40 acre property in Labelle
LSI Companies, Inc. brokered a 40± residential property in Labelle for $1,500,000. The property was acquired by Pulte Home Company from Ben S. Moore, Jr. The property is located at W. Hickpochee Ave. in Labelle. The deal was brokered by Hunter Ward and William Rollins of LSI Companies. Inc.
Read MoreWickies Lighthouse Restaurant opens for business on the east end of Sanibel
Sanibel’s latest dining concept is now open for business. Wickies Lighthouse Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner along with a full bar and signature drinks. The new establishment at 362 Periwinkle Way is a partnership formed between the owners of the iconic Island Cow and Mad Hatter restaurants. Longtime island restaurateurs Brian & Elke Podlasek…
Read MoreSanibel Captiva Trust Company opens its seventh office
The Sanibel Captiva Trust Company continues its expansion across Florida’s west coast with the opening of its seventh office, a two-story office building in Fort Myers with plenty of room for growth. The new location, 13525 Bell Tower Drive, is on the southeast side of Bell Tower at the corner of U.S. 41 and Daniels…
Read MoreCall It Closed International Realty expands to U.K.
With an eye on U.S. vacation-home buyers from abroad, a fast-growing, national cloud-based real estate brokerage with Florida roots is headed across the pond to England. Call It Closed International Realty is the first and only international, cloud-based, 100% commission brokerage with a multi-tiered revenue sharing platform. The Naples-based company currently operates in 18 states,…
Read MoreFlorida continues to lower tax burden for business owners
FloridaCommerce announced that thanks to Florida’s healthy economy, Florida’s Commercial Lease Sales Tax rate will be reduced from 4.5 percent to 2.0 percent, providing Florida employers with at least an estimated $1 billion in tax relief. Effective June 1, 2024, Florida business owners will have a 2.5 percent tax reduction. This reduction is a result…
Read MoreStevens Construction begins Sanibel Community Church
Stevens Construction is renovating and repairing Sanibel Community Church, located at 1740 Periwinkle Way on Sanibel Island, announced Dan Adams, executive vice president/partner, Stevens Construction, Inc. Serving Sanibel residents and guests since 1914, Sanibel Community Church was heavily damaged in Hurricane Ian. Stevens Construction is completing renovations in multiple phases, allowing them to continue serving…
Read MoreLee Commissioners continue commitment to expanding Burnt Store Road
The Lee Board of County Commissioners continued its commitment to improving Burnt Store Road voting to approve an agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation and contribute $2.5 million to advance the design for the widening of the road from Van Buren Parkway north about 5.7 miles. Improvements to Burnt Store Road have been a…
Read MoreSWFBT Cre Special 2024 Ad Rates
As you may know, SWFBT has been publishing its annual “Commercial RE Update” for the past eight years. It is a complete overview of commercial real estate trends and topics in Southwest Florida. The next issue deadline for editorial content 5 pm Wed. Apr. 10 and ad space and proof 5 pm Fri. Apr. 12.…
Read MoreStevens Construction begins Shalimar Beach Resort
Stevens Construction has started construction of Shalimar Beach Resort located at 2823 W. Gulf Drive on Sanibel Island, announced Dan Adams, executive vice president/partner, Stevens Construction, Inc. Kicking off construction with a groundbreaking ceremony on March 28, Shalimar Beach Resort, the first ground-up resort to begin construction after Hurricane Ian, will be a 52,207-square-foot resort…
Read MoreCompass Hotel by Margaritaville opens in Naples
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville, an all-suite, boutique-style hotel by TPI Hospitality, is now open in Naples. Blending Margaritaville’s signature elements with the convenience and comfort of a more intimate hotel setting, Compass Hotel Naples brings the vibe of an island getaway to Florida’s Gulf Coast. Located at 4805 Tamiami Trail N. in the heart of…
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