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Florida losing seniors who are moving to other states they find more affordable

South Carolina has eclipsed the Sunshine State for net gain of relocations among retirees, many coming from Florida. The post Florida losing seniors who are moving to other states...

22% Benefit Cut Looming: What the New Social Security Warning Means for the 4.5 Million Retirees in Florida

Florida has the second-highest population of retirees in the country, second only to California. Many older Americans migrate to Florida for their golden years for...

Many Retirees Move to Florida For Their Dream Retirement—6 Reasons It Could Make Your Anxiety Worse

There are more than 4.8 million residents aged 65 and older living in Florida, making it the state with the highest percentage of seniors in...

13 affordable Florida cities where Social Security alone covers the bills

Affordable retirement in Florida is still within reach, with lesser-known cities offering low living costs even as rents and expenses rise statewide Have you ever fantasized about...

The Rise of the ‘Halfbacks’: Retirees Who Moved to Florida Are Now Fleeing It

A confluence of factors have soured things a bit for those who moved to Florida, and now thousands of them are becoming “halfbacks."

Florida ranks among the best states for military veterans to retire

Florida also ranked high in the nation for Veterans Administration services for retired service personnel. The post Florida ranks among the best states for military veterans to ret...

Florida Seniors: With No Relief Passed in the March Session, the April 20 Special Session Is the Final 2026 Opportunity

For many Florida seniors, 2026 has already been a frustrating year when it comes to financial relief. The regular legislative session ended in March without...

The Florida Residency Rule That Can Erase Property Taxes After 25 Years

At the time of writing, the property tax rate in Florida is approximately 0.75% to 0.82%. For a median-valued home in the state, this means...

Florida’s migration boom is cooling fast, here’s what’s changing

Florida’s pandemic boom has sharply reversed as soaring insurance costs and climate risks drive a 93% drop in new arrivals. Florida continues to draw new residents, but the pace ha...

10 Places Where Retirees Enjoy the Best Quality of Life in America (None Are in Florida)

Comfortable climate, lots of activities and many amenities are some common features of these cities.

The 7 Most Affordable States for Retirees in 2026

These states score high for cost of living and tax-friendly policies for retirees.

Happy Retirement States Offer Superior Lifelong Fulfillment

The landscape of post-career living is celebrating a wonderful era of geographic discovery as modern retirees redefine what it means to find absolute joy in their golden years. A c...

Florida Warning: With Senior SNAP Benefits Averaging $188/Month, Thousands Risk Losing Assistance in 2026

Every grocery trip seems to go up in price these days, and for many older adults in Florida, each trip requires careful budgeting. And for...

Retiring at the Coast Comes With a $9,800 Annual Insurance Shock

Where people are quietly moving to in Florida—and where they’re leaving fast

Where people are quietly moving to in Florida—and where they’re leaving fast ~ The Places People Are Quietly Leaving Miami Fort Lauderdale Naples West Palm Beach ... Where people...

Poll: Three out of four Florida voters say they would vote for homestead property tax relief

Republicans and Democrats are on board, while NPA voters simply don't know enough about the plan. The post Poll: Three out of four Florida voters say they would vote for homestead...

State website calculates savings for homesteaders if proposed tax cut gets through

Could you use a few thousand extra dollars a year? The post State website calculates savings for homesteaders if proposed tax cut gets through appeared first on Florida Politics -...

Florida lottery retailers rake in prizes

Store owners and clerks, the gatekeepers to potential fortunes, are among the state’s biggest lottery winners. The post Florida lottery retailers rake in prizes appeared first on F...

Health care trust for Florida schools grows to 20 District participants, with more on the way

Lafayette County will finalize its agreement with FLEHT this week. The post Health care trust for Florida schools grows to 20 District participants, with more on the way appeared f...

DeSantis’ property tax cuts head to statewide vote in November

Florida voters will decide whether to slash property taxes for homesteads come November, after the Florida Legislature passed Gov. Ron DeSantis’ proposal on Tuesday.  During a spec...

Renner Wants to Drop Premium Taxes, Expand Florida Cat Fund Coverage

Florida gubernatorial candidate Paul Renner, a former speaker of the Florida House, wants to eliminate the premium tax on residential property, part of his plan to reduce homeowner...

LPL Attracts $1B Florida Team From Ameriprise

Cebert Wealth Advisors works with more than 1,700 clients and focuses on The Villages, a booming retirement community based in Central Florida.

PulteGroup unveils its first Florida Del Webb Explore community

Del Webb Explore at North River Ranch opened May 30 with gated amenities, as the Sarasota market posted a 6.0% price drop in 2025.

DeSantis pushes to kill property taxes for most Floridians in special session

Gov. Ron DeSantis’ campaign promise to wipe out property taxes is moving forward as a proposal that could significantly slash revenue across the state heads to lawmakers. The Repub...