40-41). Florida relies more heavily on local revenue to fund government than almost any other state. Florida also classifies 37.3 percent of its state and local own-source general revenue as non-tax revenue, the 11th largest percentage in the nation (see p. 17).

Do I need TurboTax state for Florida?

Florida does not levy a state individual income tax. You do not need to mail an income tax return to the state. The Florida return in TurboTax is to report tangible personal property that is used in a Florida-located business or rental property and is filed with the county property appraiser.

Are there any tax benefits to moving to Florida?

A) If you currently live in a state with higher state and local taxes, and your goal is to solely to save on taxes, the answer is probably yes and can be confirmed simply by doing the math. However, there are other issues to consider (discussed below), such as…

What do you need to know about moving to Florida?

Upon moving to Florida, you should have your entire estate plan reviewed by a Miami trust attorney. This estate plan may include your trusts, will, durable power of attorney, living will, and health care power of attorney. Proper planning will allow you to enjoy the warm Florida tax climate.

Is the Florida tax system unfair to some?

It is not a post to declare that Florida’s tax system is unfair to some and is set up to benefit others. The purpose of this post is to provide information that can help prospective new Florida residents gather facts to help them them decide if moving to Florida is a good decision or not.

What is the state and local tax deduction in Florida?

Since the state and local tax deduction was limited to $10,000, many high tax states have lost significant revenue because taxpayers moved themselves and their income to states with lower tax rates.