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Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce, Business

Terri Kinder retiring as AMI Chamber president

May 12, 2026 – Joe Hendricks
April 29, 2026
By Louise Bolger

Time to think positive, no matter what you read

According to national real estate reporting, the sky is falling. I agree the housing market has been stuck in a rut for the past three years, which is why I’m feeling optimistic. It’s time; and based…
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April 21, 2026
By Louise Bolger

End of season, end of sales?

April is almost over, Easter was over two weeks ago, and your house or condo is still waiting for a viable offer.
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April 15, 2026
By Leslie Lake

Breezy Bakery celebrates five challenging years

On April 9, the fifth anniversary of the Breezy Bakery’s opening, owner Bri Suzano expressed gratitude on a Facebook post for being able to do what she loves. But she also reflected on the serious ch…
April 15, 2026
By Louise Bolger

Artificial intelligence is real estate’s future

What role will artificial intelligence play in the present and future of real estate searches and sales transactions?
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April 7, 2026
By Louise Bolger

Fireplaces: Romance or work?

Owning a home with a wood-burning fireplace can be a romantic notion, but having a fireplace also requires some work and planning.
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March 31, 2026
By Louise Bolger

Selling your home gives you big tax breaks

April Fool’s Day is the one day a year when it’s okay to play a friendly trick on a friend. Two weeks later is April 15, Tax Day, and not a good day to play tricks, especially on the IRS.
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March 25, 2026
By Louise Bolger

Hidden issues in your future home

You finally found the home of your dreams. Now you need to be certain that your dream won’t turn into a nightmare. Hiring a home inspector will probably be the best money you spend during the purc…
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March 17, 2026
By Joe Hendricks

Non-commercially-rented beach cabanas still allowed in coastal conservation zones

The city of Anna Maria’s commercial beach cabana rental regulations took effect on Sunday, March 15.
March 12, 2026
By Louise Bolger

The thaw has begun

If you listen carefully, you’ll hear sounds of the housing market beginning to warm up.
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March 10, 2026
By Leslie Lake

Izzy’s Place opens at former Slicker’s Eatery site

CORTEZ – Following the Feb. 1 closing of Slicker’s Eatery, the leased restaurant space at 12012 Cortez Road has been transformed under new ownership into a diner with a new name: Izzy’s Place. Lon…
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Upcoming Events

April 9, 2025
11:45 am

The Off-Stage Ladies of the Island Players, April luncheon meeting