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โPressing issues:โ DeSantis lashes out over Florida budget vote, vies for property tax cuts
Read full article: โPressing issues:โ DeSantis lashes out over Florida budget vote, vies for property tax cutsFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis took to social media on Thursday to go after state lawmakers after they overrode some of his vetoes from last yearโs budget.
๐ข Luxury for less: Best U.S. ZIP codes to find deals on upscale apartments
Read full article: ๐ข Luxury for less: Best U.S. ZIP codes to find deals on upscale apartmentsFinding a stylish apartment with excellent amenities in a desirable neighborhood at a reasonable price is a goal for many renters. However, not many realize that such opportunities exist.
Cocoa Beach commissioners signal flexibility on short-term rental changes
Read full article: Cocoa Beach commissioners signal flexibility on short-term rental changesDuring a three-hour commission meeting Thursday night, commissioners voted unanimously to enact a 30-day "grace period" for the payment of vacation registration fees and late fees.
Florida lawmakers go after squatters yet again. Hereโs what the new plan looks like
Read full article: Florida lawmakers go after squatters yet again. Hereโs what the new plan looks likeFollowing a new law last year aimed at helping homeowners get rid of squatters, Florida lawmakers are now pushing to expand those rules.
Could โGranny Flatsโ solve Floridaโs housing problem? Lawmakers seem to think so
Read full article: Could โGranny Flatsโ solve Floridaโs housing problem? Lawmakers seem to think soLawmakers argued that more granny flats could bring down the cost of housing in Florida, bringing a big boost to low-income workers.
Florida lawmakers move to slash property taxes. Hereโs the list of proposals
Read full article: Florida lawmakers move to slash property taxes. Hereโs the list of proposalsProperty taxes have been a hot-button issue in Florida lately, and many of the proposals being tossed about by lawmakers reflect that fact.
These cities have the most homeless people in America. Only 1 is in Florida
Read full article: These cities have the most homeless people in America. Only 1 is in FloridaThe top five cities on the list were home to more than one-third of all people in the nation last year who experienced homelessness.
โWorth looking at:โ Florida lawmakers consider eliminating property taxes
Read full article: โWorth looking at:โ Florida lawmakers consider eliminating property taxesHomeowners often feel the stress when their property tax bill arrives in the mail. Removing this burden could be appealing, though it comes with a new set of challenges.
Palm Coast to build new affordable housing under โLive Local Act.โ Hereโs where
Read full article: Palm Coast to build new affordable housing under โLive Local Act.โ Hereโs whereA new age-restricted residential community being built in Palm Coast under the "Live Local Act" will bring more affordable housing, according to a news release from the city.
๐ก Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in Florida
Read full article: ๐ก Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in FloridaThe real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties.
New sales tax holiday in Florida? Thatโs what this bill could bring to the table
Read full article: New sales tax holiday in Florida? Thatโs what this bill could bring to the tableA Florida bill filed on Thursday could introduce a new tax holiday to the state โ one aimed at helping residents bolster their homes against storms.
Q&A: What is behind January inflation increase, soaring egg prices
Read full article: Q&A: What is behind January inflation increase, soaring egg pricesThe latest inflation report shows prices were up in January, pushing the annual inflation rate to 3%. News 6 Anchor Lisa Bell spoke with CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger to dig deeper into the Consumer Price Index.
Apartments to be built on historic Lee School property gives nods to Leesburgโs past
Read full article: Apartments to be built on historic Lee School property gives nods to Leesburgโs pastIn 1915, the first โmodernโ educational facility was built in Leesburg โ now over a century later the site is set to be transformed into apartments.
Cocoa Beach considers higher fees for short-term rentals amid resident concerns
Read full article: Cocoa Beach considers higher fees for short-term rentals amid resident concernsThe city of Cocoa Beach is considering raising fees for short-term rental properties in response to growing complaints from residents about noise, parking issues, and other disturbances.
Orange County opens warming center as officials address homelessness legislation
Read full article: Orange County opens warming center as officials address homelessness legislationWith cold weather in the forecast, the South Econ Recreation Center gym has been opened as a warming center for those in need.
What Florida homeowners should know about โSinkhole Alleyโ
Read full article: What Florida homeowners should know about โSinkhole AlleyโDid you know - Lake Eola is a sinkhole and much of Central Florida sits on top of a massive sinkhole? An Engineering Professor explains what that means and what homeowners should keep in mind.
This Space Coast โdome homeโ is up for grabs. Would you live here?
Read full article: This Space Coast โdome homeโ is up for grabs. Would you live here?A geodesic โdome homeโ is now on the market along Floridaโs Space Coast, offering plenty of luxurious features for prospective homebuyers.
Want to own this luxurious Central Florida estate on a peninsula? Hereโs how much itโll run you
Read full article: Want to own this luxurious Central Florida estate on a peninsula? Hereโs how much itโll run youA massive, luxurious Mediterranean estate sits at the tip of Windermereโs Lake Down peninsula. And itโs now up for grabs.

From Homelessness to Hope: Millieโs journey to finding a home and new beginning
Read full article: From Homelessness to Hope: Millieโs journey to finding a home and new beginningMillie Atwell is always one to make others laugh. She puts them at ease with her jokes and her love of all things Dolly Parton. She finds the country music star an inspiration.
As deadline looms, majority of Volusia condos haven't submitted 'milestone' inspection
Read full article: As deadline looms, majority of Volusia condos haven't submitted 'milestone' inspectionWith a deadline of Dec. 31 just around the corner, over 150 condo associations along Volusia County's coast still have not turned in their "milestone" inspection reports.
Flagler County, Palm Bay work on affordable housing solutions
Read full article: Flagler County, Palm Bay work on affordable housing solutionsFlagler County is known for it's beautiful beaches and small-town feel, but the rising cost of housing is making it feel just as unaffordable as some big cities and counties.
People selling homes in Florida must disclose past flooding issues under new law
Read full article: People selling homes in Florida must disclose past flooding issues under new lawThis includes providing buyers with filed insurance claims related to flood damage and disclosing whether federal assistance was given due to flooding.
Federal Reserve prepares for first rate cut since 2020. Here's what it could mean for homebuyers
Read full article: Federal Reserve prepares for first rate cut since 2020. Here's what it could mean for homebuyersThe Federal Reserve is expected to meet tomorrow, and all eyes are on what could be the first rate cut since 2020. With the current federal funds rate sitting at its highest point in 23 yearsโbetween 5.25% and 5.50%โconsumers are left wondering how this decision will impact their wallets.
Florida Gov. DeSantis calls on lawmakers to address issues facing condo owners
Read full article: Florida Gov. DeSantis calls on lawmakers to address issues facing condo ownersA 2022 bill set requirements for inspections of condominium buildings that are three stories or higher. But now, some condo owners are being hit with huge assessments and fees to meet the new law's deadline early in the new year.
Commissioners to vote on developing former Titusville golf course into housing
Read full article: Commissioners to vote on developing former Titusville golf course into housingBrevard County commissioners will vote Thursday on a controversial plan to develop a former golf course into a site for hundreds of homes.
๐ซ Hottest family-friendly cities in the US that offer safe neighborhoods, affordable housing, good schools
Read full article: ๐ซ Hottest family-friendly cities in the US that offer safe neighborhoods, affordable housing, good schoolsHollywood has long had a vision of what a great American town looks like. From โItโs a Wonderful Lifeโ to โPleasantville,โ the cities emblazoned in our minds as nurturing spots to settle down and raise families all have a triad of things in common: single-family homes, low crime, and great schools.
๐๏ธ Cities with the most expensive homes in the Lakeland metro area
Read full article: ๐๏ธ Cities with the most expensive homes in the Lakeland metro areaPurchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is. More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the potential to tremendously rise in value.
๐๏ธ Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Orlando metro area
Read full article: ๐๏ธ Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Orlando metro areaThe real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties.
โReady, Set, Build:โ Orange County unveils blueprint for affordable living
Read full article: โReady, Set, Build:โ Orange County unveils blueprint for affordable livingOrange County has unveiled โReady, Set, Orange,โ a new, forward-thinking initiative designed to streamline the construction of affordable housing.
Massive fees for condo owners, Gov. DeSantis considers special session
Read full article: Massive fees for condo owners, Gov. DeSantis considers special sessionA new law requires condo boards to have fully funded reserves to keep residents safe. But some COAs have implemented exorbitant fees as a result.
Seminole County no longer giving tax breaks under โLive Local Actโ for affordable housing
Read full article: Seminole County no longer giving tax breaks under โLive Local Actโ for affordable housingSeminole County is joining the list of local governments who will no longer give tax breaks to developers who offer affordable housing.
Florida Gov. DeSantis OKs 5 more laws, blocks farm housing bill
Read full article: Florida Gov. DeSantis OKs 5 more laws, blocks farm housing billIn his veto letter, DeSantis explained that local governments already have zoning powers, and expressed concerns that the bill could promote housing for illegal migrants.
Florida โHometown Heroesโ program opens door to homeownership. Hereโs how it works
Read full article: Florida โHometown Heroesโ program opens door to homeownership. Hereโs how it worksIf you've been dreaming of buying a home, but can't swing the down payment, there's a program in Florida that's here to help.
๐ States that recorded the biggest increase in homelessness last year
Read full article: ๐ States that recorded the biggest increase in homelessness last yearThe homelessness crisis in the U.S. peaked in 2023, when rates rose by 12% compared to 2022, according to Department of Housing and Urban Development data.
Eatonville landlord under scrutiny for kicking out son of tenant who died 48 hours earlier
Read full article: Eatonville landlord under scrutiny for kicking out son of tenant who died 48 hours earlierNia Williams-Brown, who lives in Eatonville, is standing up for a 21-year-old whom she said was kicked out of a house illegally.
Rental market in Florida could be settling down. Will housing get cheaper?
Read full article: Rental market in Florida could be settling down. Will housing get cheaper?In a release, FAU officials announced that rents in places like Palm Bay and Jacksonville have recently gone below their long-term trends.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signs bill to give homeowners relief from HOA fines
Read full article: Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signs bill to give homeowners relief from HOA finesFlorida homeowners living in HOA communities may be able to take a breath this summer. A new law going into effect July 1 could give them some of their freedom back.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signs 9 more bills into law. Hereโs what each does
Read full article: Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signs 9 more bills into law. Hereโs what each doesFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed another batch of nine bills on Tuesday, covering issues like homeownersโ associations, financial exploitation, and HVAC systems.
Kissimmee commissioner proposes turning garages into affordable housing
Read full article: Kissimmee commissioner proposes turning garages into affordable housingMayor Pro-tem Angela Eady said she got the idea after she discovered a couple and their young child were sleeping in their vehicle near her home.
This Florida โSkinny Houseโ is only 10 feet wide. But itโs selling for $619,000
Read full article: This Florida โSkinny Houseโ is only 10 feet wide. But itโs selling for $619,000It went viral after hitting the market earlier this year, though listing broker Ryan Wetherhold told News 6 it was an uphill battle.
Residents at troubled Orange County condos vote to recall board members
Read full article: Residents at troubled Orange County condos vote to recall board membersResidents at Regency Gardens Condominiums in Orange County were in fear of losing their homes. But after Tuesdayโs meeting with the condo board, residents have a glimmer of hope.
New affordable housing planned for Sanford amid housing crisis
Read full article: New affordable housing planned for Sanford amid housing crisisSanford, like much of Central Florida, has a critical deficit of affordable housing, but News 6 learned new units are starting to come online, and more are on the way.
โA blessing:โ Free roof replacement program rolls out in St. Cloud
Read full article: โA blessing:โ Free roof replacement program rolls out in St. CloudHabitat for Humanity is rolling out a roof repair program to St. Cloud residents. The nonprofit will receive funding from the city that will allow it to fix between 17 and 19 residents' roofs for free.
โItโs been a journey:โ Finding affordable housing continues to be a challenge in Central Florida
Read full article: โItโs been a journey:โ Finding affordable housing continues to be a challenge in Central FloridaCentral Floridaโs numbers, while staggering, are actually an improvement from last year when Orlando had the second most severe shortages.
Orlando buys vacant downtown properties to build park, restaurants and โmicroโ apartments
Read full article: Orlando buys vacant downtown properties to build park, restaurants and โmicroโ apartmentsThe city of Orlando has approved moving forward with plans to buy properties in downtown that have sat vacant for years.
These are the best, worst cities for first-time homebuyers. How many are in Florida?
Read full article: These are the best, worst cities for first-time homebuyers. How many are in Florida?Itโs no surprise that Florida has become a popular state, with an influx of migration pushing up housing costs across the state. But some places are better than others.