What's Tampa Bay Saying?
Is Florida's Economy Picking Up Steam?
Home sales are up from a year ago. Unemployment is down. But are we out of the woods yet? What do you think?
The difficult economy seems like the new normal after so many years of booming real estate and job growth in the Sunshine State. It seemed like overnight that Florida turned into a leader in foreclosures. Many homeowners, burdened with expensive houses and equity loans, were suddenly "underwater." Although the good times are not back, the real estate industry is reporting some important gains. According to the Realty Times: The Tampa Tribune is also reporting that some builders are moving forward with plans to develop new subdivisions. In addition, unemployment is at its lowest point in eight years, according to state numbers for November. Patch wants to know what you think. Is the bust over? Is Florida out of the woods yet? At the start …
Michael D.
1:04 pm on Monday, January 14, 2013
Steve, Same can be said about the Republican Congress and Senate. Both parties are playing the game, so don't just blame one or the other. It takes both parties to get legislation through. more ›