Enrique Perez

Florida real estate has spent years defying easy predictions. Population growth, limited coastal land, investor demand, and lifestyle migration have helped keep prices firm in many markets. But even Florida is not immune to a slower economy. If the U.S. moves into a recession, the impact would likely be uneven. Miami luxury condos, Orlando short-term rentals, Tampa starter homes, and Southwest Florida retirement communities would not all react the same way. The key is understanding which...

Florida’s November elections could carry major consequences for homeowners, buyers, and investors if voters approve a tax assessment proposal that changes how certain residential property taxes are calculated. For people who already own property in Florida, the proposal could strengthen the long-term tax benefits of homeownership. For people thinking about relocating, it could make timing much more important. The central issue is simple: Florida already offers several homeowner-friendly tax...

A change to Florida property taxes can sound simple on the campaign trail, but the real effect shows up in monthly escrow payments, local services, home values, and closing decisions. Florida’s new property tax proposal has drawn attention because it could reshape how homeowners pay for local government, schools, public safety, and community services. The final details may change as lawmakers debate the plan, so homeowners should focus less on headlines and more on the rules that affect their...