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Economy

Rent or buy? Here's what experts say is the best option for Tampa Bay

Travel

Tampa loses nonstop route as Southwest deals with earnings, Boeing issues

The airline reported it will stop flying to four airports and limit hiring as it copes with weak financial results and delays in new plane deliveries.
Markets

House flipping is hot in Tampa Bay, while the rest of the country sees decline

The return on investment for flipping fixer-uppers is the worst its been since the recession, recent reports show.
Florida

Why is US Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse still investigating Citizens Insurance?

The Senate Banking Committee wants to know how Citizens would pay claims if a major disaster hit Florida.
Consumer

Citizens Insurance faces U.S. Senate questions

Lawmakers on Capitol Hill launched a probe into the state-backed provider's solvency after Governor Ron DeSantis said it was "not solvent."
Economy

St. Pete named one of the riskiest cities to own a home

A study said properties in Florida are overvalued and at high risk of flooding, with the issue expected to get worse.
Consumer

Consumer News: Hot housing market, Publix recall, $3 Starbucks drinks

The latest news for consumers, including predictions for Tampa's housing market and announcements of recalls and discounts.
Markets

Tampa, Orlando round out Zillow's predictions for the 10 'hottest' housing markets in 2024

Factors like job growth, construction projects and home value went into Zillow's predictions.
Motor

NASCAR driver Kevin Harvick purchases Ricky Bobby's Lake Norman mansion

The Lake Norman mansion where Ricky Bobby prayed to Baby Jesus in "Talladega Nights" has a new owner, and he's pretty famous.
Money

Tips to reach your long-term financial goals to make the most of your retirement

10 Tampa Bay talked with an expert on how much you should save and when, and how to keep emotions out of financial planning.
Markets

Colorado home for sale getting attention for its trippy interior

The listing on Zillow says, "Everything about this home is vibrant and unique," from a stuffed-animal wall to fur-covered ceilings.
Florida

FAU study: 9 of top 21 overpriced rental markets are in Florida

The Florida Atlantic University finds that Florida has nine of the 21 most overpriced rental markets in the U.S., and that includes the Tampa Bay region.