Champaign-based real estate firm growing in Florida

CHAMPAIGN – The Florida real estate market may seem bleak, given falling home prices and rising foreclosures. But Coldwell Banker Devonshire Realty senses opportunity there.

The Champaign-based real estate company on Friday announced it has acquired the assets of the Coldwell Banker residential affiliate in Jacksonville, Fla.

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