Nearly $905 million in general revenue cuts come from repealing Florida’s business rent tax, a levy charged by no other state.
Budget Heads Agree to Kill Business Rent Tax and Make Back-to-School Tax Holiday Permanent
Fifth Third Bank Names Marty McAndrew Market President and Commercial Banking Head for Florida
In his new role, McAndrew will lead the middle market banking teams throughout the state.
NAMI Artful Minds Event Raises Over $45K to Support Mental Health Programs
The fundraising event showcased a lineup of local artists whose work explores the intersection of mental health and artistic expression.
Paid Overtime is the Top Employee Perk Americans Demand in Florida
Paid sick leave and a comprehensive health insurance package round out the top three, followed by 401(k) retirement packages and dental coverage.
Florida’s Unemployment Situation is Improving, Per Latest WalletHub Report
Claims the last week of May were 22.8% lower than in the previous week and 21.77% lower than last year, according to WalletHub’s updated rankings.
Developers Secure $160M for Waldorf Astoria Residences in Pompano Beach
The loan will fund construction of the first standalone residential property in Waldorf Astoria’s 100-year history.
Atlanta-based Jamestown Will Oversee $8M Revival of DCOTA By Fortress
Fortress acquired DCOTA and the neighboring Le Méridian hotel through a UCC foreclosure after the previous owner defaulted on a loan.
Can Fort Lauderdale Forge a New Brand Beyond Spring Break Destination?
It can, and it is—thanks to an influx of businesses in tech, finance and aviation repair, to name a few.
How Kash Patel Built the Fastest-Growing South Asian Entertainment Company in the Country
By catering to a robust local Indian community, Patel has built a company that generates substantial revenue for Broward County.
Kid Stuff: SOS Children’s Village Celebrates New Playground
Donors, staff and local and state elected officials came out to commemorate the addition to the village.