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HOME SWEET HOME
When brainstorming what to write for my Publisher’s Letter, I began thinking about the places I have lived. I grew up in Tampa and went to Chamberlain High School. Last month, I went to my 30 year high school reunion and it was great to reconnect with people I haven’t seen since graduation. We were all young, energetic and ready to take on the world.
After high school, I got married and moved to Plant City and I’ve called Plant City home since then. I’ve lived in small homes, rentals, and a few years ago, purchased a home in Walden Lake as I continue to raise my youngest son. I thought about all of the real estate transactions and realtors I’ve met; I am blessed to call Plant City home and our local realtors are rockstars! Meet some of the top agents in a special advertising section enclosed.
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Over the past year, the Plant City market has changed with home prices up 12.9% compared to last year, with a median selling price of $336,000, according to Rocket Mortgage. The site reports that while inventory is still low, homes are on the market about 30 days compared to 2022 with homes on the market for about 22 days. Ling Realty, led by Dale Ling, sat down with editor Cierra Craft to dive deeper into these numbers and the challenges the industry faces.
FOCUS is proud to present its annual Home & Real Estate issue where we showcase primarily real estate agents, real estate teams and brokers, as well as home pros. In this issue, we take a look at the beautiful homes in the Historic District and the craftsmanship of homes over 120 years old is second to none.
Finally, if you live in one of our home delivery areas, your issue also includes a Home Service Guide insert. Please use this insert as your guide to top roofers, pest control, and other home professionals. On the cover, meet Roger Villanueva and Nate Blankenship of Termi-Nate Pest Management. The men talk about integrity, customer service, and problem pests.
Have story tips? Our phone line is always open 813-707-8783 or email Cierra Craft at cierra@floydpublications.com
Warmest Regards,
Mike Floyd
