Utah family surprised by responses from Bay Area homeowners to postcard asking to buy a house
A family in Salt Lake City decided to make a personal appeal to thousands of homeowners in the Tampa Bay Area, sending a postcard with their photo, saying “We’re looking for a home in your neighborhood.” They were pleasantly surprised that "everyone was kind."
A family in Salt Lake City decided to make a personal appeal to thousands of homeowners in the Tampa Bay Area, sending a postcard with their photo, saying “We’re looking for a home in your neighborhood.” They were pleasantly surprised that "everyone was kind."
Tampa city council moves forward with rent control ordinance as prices skyrocket
Tampa City Council took a potential step Thursday toward bringing relief to renters throughout the city who are struggling to keep roofs over their heads.
Tampa City Council took a potential step Thursday toward bringing relief to renters throughout the city who are struggling to keep roofs over their heads.
Property insurance session in Florida legislature expected in late May
The state legislature is expected to address Florida's property insurance crisis in a special session next month.
The state legislature is expected to address Florida's property insurance crisis in a special session next month.
'Renters are being taken advantage of': Fried says state should investigate predatory landlords
Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried wants to make one thing clear: "Renters are being taken advantage of… Not just in Tampa, but statewide."
Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried wants to make one thing clear: "Renters are being taken advantage of… Not just in Tampa, but statewide."
St. Pete approves plan for new affordable, workforce housing complex as rents continue to rise
St. Petersburg city council approved a plan Thursday for a new affordable and workforce housing complex to help address the city’s housing crisis and rising rents.
St. Petersburg city council approved a plan Thursday for a new affordable and workforce housing complex to help address the city’s housing crisis and rising rents.
Miami-Dade mayor declares housing affordability crisis as rent jumps 30% since last year
Rents in Miami-Dade have jumped 30% in the past year. Meanwhile, rents in Fort Myers jumped more than 31%, they’re up 28% in Tampa and they rose more than 24% in Orlando.
Rents in Miami-Dade have jumped 30% in the past year. Meanwhile, rents in Fort Myers jumped more than 31%, they’re up 28% in Tampa and they rose more than 24% in Orlando.
Florida senator in St. Pete pushes for property insurance special session
Sen. Jeff Brandes of St. Petersburg has previously argued for taking aggressive action to deal with Florida’s property-insurance problems. He says he intends to pursue polling lawmakers about holding a special legislative session.
Sen. Jeff Brandes of St. Petersburg has previously argued for taking aggressive action to deal with Florida’s property-insurance problems. He says he intends to pursue polling lawmakers about holding a special legislative session.
Community meeting held on rising rents as prices continue to rise in Tampa Bay
Rising rents spurred a group meeting Wednesday in St. Petersburg to brainstorm next steps, just as new reports show how much home prices in Tampa Bay continue to rise.
Rising rents spurred a group meeting Wednesday in St. Petersburg to brainstorm next steps, just as new reports show how much home prices in Tampa Bay continue to rise.
Team behind Oxford Exchange to open new restaurant near Water Street's latest apartment building
A restaurant with a familiar vibe is coming to Water Street. The team behind Oxford Exchange decided to open "Predalina" on the bottom floor of Water Street apartment building "Cora."
A restaurant with a familiar vibe is coming to Water Street. The team behind Oxford Exchange decided to open "Predalina" on the bottom floor of Water Street apartment building "Cora."
Tampa takes number two spot in the nation for home price jumps
A Case-Shiller home price index shoed Tampa's year-over-year growth exceeded all 20 major cities analyzed except Phoenix for an annual home price increase of 30.8%.
A Case-Shiller home price index shoed Tampa's year-over-year growth exceeded all 20 major cities analyzed except Phoenix for an annual home price increase of 30.8%.
New rent-controlled apartments to tackle St. Pete affordable housing crisis
St. Petersburg families now have affordable rent-controlled apartments thanks to a partnership combating the areas affordable housing crisis.
St. Petersburg families now have affordable rent-controlled apartments thanks to a partnership combating the areas affordable housing crisis.
St. Petersburg renters say rental assistance programs aren't enough for current market
In St. Petersburg, rent is up by more than 25%. City officials say more developers are stepping up to build housing with reduced rents for the city's workforce, but renters say long-term solutions aren’t working for the immediate needs of residents.
In St. Petersburg, rent is up by more than 25%. City officials say more developers are stepping up to build housing with reduced rents for the city's workforce, but renters say long-term solutions aren’t working for the immediate needs of residents.
East Tampa soon to have new affordable housing options
Three homes are under construction at Wast Emma street and East 32nd Avenue.
Three homes are under construction at Wast Emma street and East 32nd Avenue.
St. Pete extends rental assistance program, some residents fear it’s not enough
St. Petersburg residents having a difficult time making rent each month may qualify for assistance from the city, which just received more money to help with the rental crisis.
St. Petersburg residents having a difficult time making rent each month may qualify for assistance from the city, which just received more money to help with the rental crisis.
Habitat for Humanity's mission more important than ever amid housing crisis
In Sarasota County, most home or apartment rentals will cost more than $2,000 a month -- a 44% increase from last year. That's why Habitat for Humanity's work is more important than ever.
In Sarasota County, most home or apartment rentals will cost more than $2,000 a month -- a 44% increase from last year. That's why Habitat for Humanity's work is more important than ever.
‘It’s become a crisis’: Tampa mayor wants $5 million for rental assistance program
New buildings are booming in downtown Tampa, but renters, who are facing 25 percent increases, are facing sticker shock and that’s why Tampa Mayor Jane Castor is asking for additional funding for the city’s rental assistance program.
New buildings are booming in downtown Tampa, but renters, who are facing 25 percent increases, are facing sticker shock and that’s why Tampa Mayor Jane Castor is asking for additional funding for the city’s rental assistance program.
'I think there is hope for the everyday first-time homebuyer': Tampa realtor featured in HGTV show
Tampa was named one of the hottest housing markets in the country in 2022 by Zillow.
Tampa was named one of the hottest housing markets in the country in 2022 by Zillow.
Renters recall 'nightmare' experiences with corporate landlord Progress Residential
Companies are buying up rental properties faster than they can be listed for sale, squeezing renters and buyers totally out of the market.
Companies are buying up rental properties faster than they can be listed for sale, squeezing renters and buyers totally out of the market.
Rental assistance available for Hillsborough County residents
Renters and landlords can get direct payments for rent, utilities, and late fees through the Emergency Rental Assistance Program that began during the pandemic.
Renters and landlords can get direct payments for rent, utilities, and late fees through the Emergency Rental Assistance Program that began during the pandemic.
‘Where’s your compassion?’ Speakers make plea for rent control, Tampa city council explores other solutions
On Thursday, Tampa City Council was flooded with pleas from people asking them to take action against out-of-control rising rent. While they did come up with a few solutions, they stopped short of declaring an emergency, which would've put rent control up for a vote.
On Thursday, Tampa City Council was flooded with pleas from people asking them to take action against out-of-control rising rent. While they did come up with a few solutions, they stopped short of declaring an emergency, which would've put rent control up for a vote.