Establishing Florida residency
What counts as a permanent Florida residence, and the steps people commonly take — driver's license, vehicle registration, voter registration, and declaration of domicile. Eligibility depends on individual circumstances and applicable law.
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Property taxes & homestead
How Florida homestead works, and what Amendment 3 changes from January 1, 2027: $150,000 in 2027, $250,000 in 2028 for non-school taxes, with the December 31, 2026 residency line.
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Buying and renting homes
Compare cities and counties, understand local housing, and find real estate professionals, mortgage companies, and insurance providers in the directory.
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Comparing cities and counties
Start with Naples, our first fully developed city guide. Compare all ten Florida city guides for local services, transportation, and what to check before moving.
Moving companies
Find moving companies serving your destination city in the directory. Listings are added only after review — we do not invent businesses.
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Mortgage & insurance
Mortgage companies and insurance providers by city and county. Ask each provider directly about current rates, coverage, and eligibility — we do not promise terms on their behalf.
Deadline to know: December 31, 2026. Florida residents on that date qualify for the full expanded homestead exemption under Amendment 3; people who become residents later start at $50,000 and reach the full amount from their fifth year of exemption.
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