A by-product of the Florida Technology and Growth Act signed by Governor Crist in May 2008, the newly-launched Florida Growth Fund Initiative manages $250 million of capital dedicated to prudent investment in technology and growth enterprises that have a significant presence in Florida. The goal of the initiative is to stimulate the economy, attract additional investment capital to the state, increase the presence of local venture capital organizations and enhance Florida's capacity for development, growth and innovation. The initiative provides potential for high-growth, high-wage jobs that will provide significant benefit to state residents and a variety of business sectors. Leading global private equity asset management firm Hamilton Lane is managing the Fund and currently seeking partnership and co-investment opportunities that fit the Fund's criteria.

Declining commercial real estate values and the effect on real estate taxes have made headlines and been the fodder for many newscasts in the past few months. On August 15, commercial property owners will receive their first TRIM notice containing the county's proposed assessment. A petition for appeal must be filed within one month in order to request a new assessment, which, if granted, may result in reduced property taxes. We can help you lower your real estate taxes if appropriate. Click through for details about the process required to potentially receive a smaller property tax bill.

Are you paying too much for your homeowner's insurance? Imagine saving up to $6,000 annually. We are pleased to share an excellent potential cost-savings opportunity with you. We have a relationship with an individual whose goal is quite simple: to save Florida homeowners money on annual homeowner's insurance premiums. Dozens of homeowners just like you have been able to dramatically reduce their insurance bills with an average savings of 53% through this program. If your premiums range from $1,500 to over $10,000 a year, please click through and see the potential savings for yourself or call us for a referral.

Do you know how much of your deposits are insured by the FDIC? Deposits at FDIC-insured institutions are now insured up to $250,000 per depositor through December 31, 2013. Also, in the fourth quarter of 2008, unlimited deposit insurance coverage was made available through the end of this year for certain transaction accounts held in banks participating in the Temporary Guaranty Liquidity Program (TGLP). To find out which banks are participating, options regarding deposits that exceed insurance coverage limits and for additional details, please click through.