property taxes
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Florida Hurricane Victims May Qualify for Property Tax Refunds Thanks to Florida Statutes § 197.319
Hurricane Milton was a devastating blow to our community, leaving many homeowners facing significant property damage and financial hardship. As we approach the 30-day mark since the storm, there’s some good news: property tax relief may be available for those whose homes were rendered uninhabitable. Florida Statute § 197.319 enables some homeowners to receive a…
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Bought a New Build in Florida? You Might Be Owed Money From the Builder.
And we can help. Congratulations on your beautiful new construction home in the Sunshine State! But before you sink into those beachy vibes, there’s one important detail to consider: post-closing tax re-proration provisions. In plain English, this means you might be entitled to money back from the builder (the seller) due to potential discrepancies between…
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Navigating the Sunshine State’s Property Taxes: Deadlines, Discounts, and Avoiding Foreclosure
Florida, with its beautiful weather and sandy beaches, attracts not only tourists but also residents seeking a permanent paradise. However, paradise comes with a price tag, and a significant portion of that tag is property taxes. As a Florida real estate attorney, I get many questions from clients about property taxes, especially regarding deadlines, discounts,…
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Don’t Forget to File for the Florida Homestead Tax Exemption
The statutory deadline to file is March 1. Failure to timely file constitutes a waiver of your entitlement to the tax savings for the year. Homeowners in Florida may be entitled to a substantial tax benefit known as the Florida Homestead Tax Exemption, which is a two-pronged benefit in the form of: If you recently…