Moving to Manatee County or the South Shore? The first thing most people ask me is what it really costs to live here. Here are a few numbers from official sources. • Florida has no state personal income tax, inheritance tax or gift tax (Florida Dept. of Revenue). • Sales tax is 6% statewide plus a county surtax: 1% in Manatee (7% total) and 1.5% in Hillsborough (7.5% total) for 2026. • Manatee County's median sale price was about $423,000 for the three months ending September 2026 (Redfin). • Full-time residents who own and live in their home may qualify for a homestead exemption on property taxes. Prices, HOA fees and insurance vary a lot from one neighborhood to the next, so look at the specific home. This is general information, not tax advice. For your situation, ask a tax professional or your county property appraiser. Thinking about moving here? Comment MOVING and I'll send you my free Buyer's Relocation Guide. Linda Reynolds | Reynolds Realty Gulf Coast #MovingToFlorida #ManateeCountyFL #BradentonFL #ParrishFL #SunCityCenterFL #ApolloBeachFL #FloridaHomeBuyers #TampaBayRealEstate

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