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Tuesday's Daily Pulse
What you need to know about Florida today
› Industrial real estate is hot, and that’s good news for South Florida’s economy
While South Florida residential developers clamor for the global spotlight with jaw-dropping amenities and luxury finishes, an equally important story is unfolding in the region’s industrial real estate landscape.
› Sarasota-Manatee No. 5 in US for all-cash home deals
Sarasota and Manatee counties again ranked near the top in the country for cash buyers of homes and condos. The two counties finished fifth among major U.S. metro areas, with a 43.2 percent share of all homes sales closed with cash in the third quarter.
› Shoppers distracted by Olympics, nasty election undermine HSN's latest performance
Guess what area company will be especially delighted to see the nasty presidential election season come to an end Tuesday? The answer is St. Petersburg's HSN — well known seller of home fashion and entertainment goods via TV, digital platforms and catalog.
› Large black bear population means more chance for encounters in Florida
The growing bear population in Florida has been documented through a partnership between FWC and the University of Tennessee, which is home to one of the most well-respected black bear research programs in the nation.
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