Market Trends & Insight · September 28, 2026 · 3 min readSt. Petersburg Luxury Real Estate Trends: Fall 2026Waterfront homes selling in days, smart tech in demand, and new construction booming — here's what's driving St. Petersburg's luxury market this fall.
Zack ZonkerPresident Tampa Division
Real Estate · May 25, 2025 · 6 min readWhy Your First Investment Property Shouldn’t Be a Flip (And What to Do Instead)The allure is undeniable. You've binged the home renovation shows, calculated potential profits on the back of napkins, and mentally rehearsed your ow…
Living in Florida · May 2, 2025 · 6 min readCedar Key: The Tiny Florida Island That Time ForgotJust 50 miles southwest of Gainesville lies a slice of Old Florida that seems to exist in its own unhurried time zone. Cedar Key—population 700 on a b…
Real Estate · April 26, 2025 · 5 min readSwimming Pools: Dreamy, Pricey, and Sometimes a DealbreakerIn the Sunshine State, swimming pools are as quintessentially Floridian as palm trees and afternoon thunderstorms. With over 300 days of sunshine annu…
Living in Florida · April 24, 2025 · 5 min readThe Best Waterfront Dining Spots in Florida: Where Ocean Views Meet Unforgettable BitesFlorida's 1,350 miles of coastline isn't just a paradise for beachgoers and boaters—it's a dream destination for food enthusiasts seeking that perfect…
Real Estate · April 19, 2025 · 6 min readWaiving Contingencies in a Hot Market: Smart Strategy or Risky Business?You've finally found the one—the perfect home in a neighborhood you love. But so has everyone else. In today's competitive real estate landscape, buye…
Living in Florida · April 10, 2025 · 7 min readDiscovering Anna Maria Island: Florida's Hidden Beach ParadiseIn a state renowned for its theme parks and bustling beach cities, Anna Maria Island stands apart as a tranquil reminder of Florida's more authentic c…
Living in Florida · March 14, 2025 · 7 min readBonnet Springs Park: Lakeland's Urban Oasis Redefines Public Green SpaceIn the heart of Central Florida , where citrus groves once dominated the landscape and phosphate mining later left its mark, a remarkable transformati…
Real Estate · March 6, 2025 · 3 min read5 Insider Secrets to Finding a Profitable Investment Property FirstInvesting in real estate is a competitive game. While some investors rely on luck, the best ones know how to identify a high-potential property before…
Real Estate · March 5, 2025 · 4 min readPre-Approved vs. Pre-Qualified: Understanding the Difference in Home FinancingNavigating the world of home financing can feel overwhelming, especially when lenders start throwing around terms like "pre-approved" and "pre-qualifi…
Real Estate · February 24, 2025 · 5 min readWholesaling in Real Estate: The Shady Practice That’s Screwing Over HomeownersLet’s talk about real estate wholesaling. You know, that "investor strategy" where someone convinces a seller to accept way less than their home is wo…
Real Estate · February 18, 2025 · 4 min readThe Rise of the Orlando-Tampa MetroplexFlorida has long been known for its booming real estate markets, but a fascinating transformation is underway: the gradual merging of Orlando and Tamp…Page 1 of 2Older →