• The insurance Ice is Breaking,Gary Benjamin

    The insurance Ice is Breaking

      The insurance ice is finally breaking in Florida.For years, the market felt frozen. High premiums and limited options held the Gulf Coast back. That changed this July. Seventeen new carriers are entering the Florida market. Citizens is leading the way with rate cuts: 8.8% for multi-peril and 5.5%

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  • Home Hardening Refund - Florida Insurance Updates,Gary Benjamin

    Home Hardening Refund - Florida Insurance Updates

        You can now get a tax refund for making your home safer. The new Florida "Home Hardening" tax refund for impact windows and roofing officially started on July 1st. This is a significant step for homeowners across Southwest Florida.We are seeing the insurance market begin to stabilize. Citizens P

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  • Southwest Florida Market Trends: What’s Happening in Manatee, Sarasota, and Charlotte Counties?,Gary Benjamin

    Southwest Florida Market Trends: What’s Happening in Manatee, Sarasota, and Charlotte Counties?

    Southwest Florida’s real estate market has always been a magnet for sun-seekers, retirees, and families looking for a slice of paradise. In 2026, the spotlight is shining especially bright on Manatee, Sarasota, and Charlotte counties—three coastal gems where the housing market is buzzing with activi

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