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      What do buyers pay in deposits for pre-construction luxury condos in Tampa Bay? Pre-construction luxury condo deposits in Tampa Bay typically run 20% to 30% of the purchase price, spread across milestones from contract signing through groundbreaking or closing. Under Florida Statute 718.202, the fir

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      If you’re comparing a condo-hotel like Hotel ORA with a traditional investment property in Tampa Bay, the right choice comes down to control, flexibility, lifestyle use, and how hands-on you want to be as an owner. Is a condo-hotel like Hotel ORA a smarter way to own Tampa Bay real estate than a tra

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        About
        1. About
        2. Exclusive Listings
        3. Blog
        4. Reviews
        5. Sold Properties
        6. Contact
        Tampa Bay Areas
        1. South Tampa
        2. Tampa
        3. Tampa Bay Beaches
        4. St Petersburg
        5. Clearwater
        Buyers
        1. Map Search
        2. Buy With Shane
        3. Buyers Guide
        Sellers
        1. Sell With Shane
        2. What's My Home Worth?
        3. Sellers Guide
        4. Staging Guide
        5. How to Choose a Tampa Listing Agent | 2026 Guide
        6. Why Tampa Bay Home Sellers Are Recommending Shane
        Specializations
        1. Professional Athlete Advisory
        2. Development Services
        3. Relocating to Tampa Bay: A Luxury Guide
        4. Tampa Bay Waterfront
        5. New Construction Luxury Homes in Tampa Bay
        6. High-Rise Condominiums in Tampa Bay
        7. Engel & Völkers Yachting
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