Southwest Floridians have reason to feel encouraged by the real estate market. Since the start of the year, sales figures for existing single-family homes show the market continues to gain momentum, according to the Realtor Association of Greater Fort Myers and the Beach, Inc. Full Story
New law empowers condo boards in a hurricane Florida's approximately 25,000 condominium boards can exercise broad new emergency powers if a major storm hits the state. The powers, which address both preparations and damages, are part of a comprehensive package of community association reforms passed this year by the Florida Legislature. Full Story
Luxury villa model opens in Volterra at Miromar Divco Construction Corp. has opened its Belorado furnished model in the Volterra neighborhood at Miromar Lakes Beach & Golf Club. A private enclave of twelve villas, Volterra's waterfront home sites enjoy a southern orientation on the shores of Lake Maggiore. Only three more home sites are available. Private boat docks adjoin each residence. Full Story