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By Gary Nager & Matt Wiley
Prudential Tropical Joins Berkshire Hathaway
Prudential Tropical Realty, which for several years has had an office in Wesley Chapel (in the Shoppes of New Tampa plaza, at 1830 Bruce B. Downs {BBD} Blvd., just south of the Shops at Wiregrass mall), has joined Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, the new real estate brokerage network operated by HSF Affiliates LLC, and now operates as Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Properties Group. Prudential Tropical, a leader in greater Tampa Bay’s residential and commercial real estate markets dating back to 1959, is the next in a growing roster of affiliate companies that have joined the network since September. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices now accounts for more than 22,000 agents and nearly 600 offices in 26 states. “We are proud to represent Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, a brand whose namesake is the world’s most respected company, according to Barron’s,” said Dewey Mitchell, broker/ owner at Florida Properties Group. “We strongly believe our new brand will resonate well with clients of all types and help our company grow. Equally important, the brand will help our agents gain even more distinction in the Tampa Bay marketplace.” Broker/owner Allen Crumbley said the decision to join Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices was an easy one for him and Mitchell, since the brand reflects Berkshire Hathaway’s values of trust,
We were saddened to learn that Kona Multisport, the triathlon-themed athletic shop which attracted runners, bikers and swimmers from all across our area, had closed. At our press time, we had no direct information as to why the store, located directly next to LA Fitness off County Line Allen Crumbley (left) and Dewey Mitch- Rd., didn’t make it, nor did we have any ell of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices information about what might be coming Florida Properties Group welcomed Pru- to Kona’s space between LA Fitness and dential Tropical Realty into the Berk- the Sweetbay Supermarket. Speaking of fitness, a unique new shire Hathaway family on Jan. 28. fitness center is coming to the former locaintegrity, stability and longevity. “Berktion of Cherry Berry Frozen Yogurt in shire Hathaway HomeServices is a great The Walk at Highwoods Preserve shopping fit for our company because we live center, next to Michael’s Arts & Crafts. these values every day,” he said. If you’re wondering how an Crumbley added that the Berkshire entire group fitness class “gym” can Hathaway HomeServices brand will be fit in Cherry Berry’s small space, then a boon for recruiting. “Anyone in busiyou’ve probably never heard of Pure ness knows that Berkshire Hathaway is Barre Fitness, which is reconfiguring the gold standard of corporations, and the Cherry Berry space as we speak, now we have the exclusive opportunity although we don’t yet know how soon to represent the name in real estate. the ballet “barre”-centered fitness centAgents looking for a brand that is fresh, er will open, but we’ll keep you posted intelligent and respected should look no soon. In the meantime, for more info, farther than this one.” visit PureBarre.com. Mitchell, Crumbley and their ‘Pawppy’ Birthday, NTPR! management team commemorated the New Tampa Pet Resort (NTPR), at brand on January 28, during an agent 3513 E. County Line Rd., less than a mile event at A La Carte Pavilion in Tampa. past the I-75/I-275 overpass, is happy to HSF Affiliates CEO Earl Lee attended the event and welcomed associates to be celebrating six years of serving owners the brand. “You have served your clients pet needs in the community. with distinction for years,” Lee said. “We had a blast today,” says NTPR “We are honored you have joined Berk- owner Lisa Golicher. “Our friends enjoyed shire Hathaway HomeServices.” a complimentary day of play. We (humans For more info, call 907-8200, and pets) swam, chased bubbles, toys and visit BHHSFloridaProperties.com or played with human and other furry friends. see the ad on page 53. We also had a professional photographer
who snapped pictures to be sent to all the guests who attended and all our friends received a special treat at the end of the day.” NTPR, a full-service pet resort and spa, opened for business in February 2008. It features such services as Boarding, Daycare, Grooming, Gourmet Bakery Treats and even veterinarian services at the New Tampa Animal Hospital, an adjacent full-care animal hospital. NTPR has given thousands of dollars back to the Hillsborough and Pasco Communities over these 6 years, including schools, sports teams, local charities along with the Resort’s “pick pet charity of the year.” Since opening NTPR has donated $5 for every new customer. Some of the Pick Charities have included the Humane Society of Tampa Bay, Kids & Canines of Hillsborough County, Lost Angels Pet Rescue and this year’s pick charity is Island Dog Rescue, Prevention & Education out of Puerto Rico. NTPR has also given back to their customers through the years by offering free 10th Day of Daycare; free 10th Groom and free 10th Night of Boarding. Lisa says, “Our family have been a part of this great community for the past 17 years. We have made it our mission to always ‘give back’ to the community that is so good to us. Our NTPR team, our customers and the pets we care for have had a great relationship over these years. Thanks to all of our furry and human friends for not only a great anniversary but for many more to come.” For info about New Tampa Pet Resort, call 949-NTPR, see the ad on pg. 45 or visit NewTampaPetResort.com.
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