8 Cover Story
Rico Boeras, CID President, shares with us his
personal story of growing up in Sarasota as a
son of Cuban immigrants in the 1960s.
14 Pit-Falls of Builder Contracts
Darren R. Inverso, Esq., Norton, Hammersley,
Lopez & Skokos, P.A., shares his knowledge
and experience when dealing with the complex
and evolving regulations of builder contracts.
19 Market Analysis
The condo market shows strength in December
2016, as closed sales for condos increased in
both counties.
24 CID Update - Retail is Hot!
Rico Boeras, CID President, explains how
the Sarasota/Bradenton area is experiencing
tremendous growth in the retail sector.
31 Neighborhood Spotlight
Derek J. Patti, Realtor®, with Amy Robinson Real
Estate, grants us a tour of the charming Bent Tree
community, one of Sarasota’s most beautiful golf
neighborhoods dating back to the 1970s.
In Every Issue
16 - Governmental Affairs
25 - Global Business Council
26 - Education Programs
32 - Membership
35 - WCR Report