If you’ve been wondering whether property taxes are going away, who qualifies for the proposed changes, what the five-year residency rule means, or whether you should buy a home before the end of 2026, this video explains the facts in plain English.
As a real estate broker serving Martin County and Florida’s Treasure Coast for more than 25 years, I’ve been receiving more questions about this proposed amendment than almost any other topic. Rather than focusing on opinions or politics, this video walks through what is actually being proposed, what still has to happen before anything changes, and what it could mean for homeowners, buyers, and people relocating to Florida.

In this video you’ll learn:
✔ What has actually changed today (and what hasn’t)
✔ Why the proposed amendment still requires voter approval
✔ How the proposed Homestead Exemption changes would work
✔ The proposed five-year rule for new Florida residents
✔ Why simply buying a home doesn’t automatically make you a Florida resident
✔ How Martin County property taxes are calculated
✔ Why your tax bill may be different from your neighbor’s
✔ What questions still remain before this proposal could become law
Whether you own a home in Stuart, Palm City, Jensen Beach, Hobe Sound, Sewall’s Point, or anywhere on Florida’s Treasure Coast, understanding these proposed changes is important before making major real estate decisions.

Coming Next:
How to Become a Florida Resident and Qualify for the Florida Homestead Exemption
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