Category: Florida

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Florida Leads Nation in Condo and HOA Fees — What Homeowners Need to Know

Florida homeowners are paying some of the highest condominium and homeowners association (HOA) fees in the United States, according to newly released U.S. Census data. While these fees help maintain […]

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When Is Hurricane Season in Florida? What You Should Know in 2025

Short answer: In Florida, hurricane season officially runs June 1 through November 30, with the most active period typically from mid-August through late October. Below is a full guide: definitions, […]

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Is Weed Legal in Florida? What You Need to Know in 2025

Short answer: No — recreational marijuana (weed) is not legal in Florida. However, Florida allows medical cannabis for qualifying patients under strict state regulation. Below is a full breakdown of […]

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Is Recreational Marijuana Legal in Florida? (2025 Update)

As of 2025, recreational marijuana remains illegal in Florida. The state allows cannabis use strictly for medical purposes, regulated under the Florida Medical Marijuana Legalization Initiative (Amendment 2), passed in […]

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Florida Becomes First State to Ban 7-OH Kratom Compound

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has officially banned the sale of 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH), a concentrated compound found in some kratom products, by classifying it as a Schedule I controlled substance. […]

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Can You Be Naked at Home in Florida? Here’s What the Law Says About Nude Sunbathing

If you’ve ever wondered, “Can I sunbathe naked in my backyard or on my balcony in Florida?”—you’re not alone. While Florida is home to one of the most famous nude […]

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The Rise and Expansion of Publix Super Markets

Founded during the depths of the Great Depression in 1930, Publix Super Markets began as a single store in Winter Haven, Florida, opened by visionary entrepreneur George W. Jenkins. With […]

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Florida Taxpayers Get Extra Time to File 2024 Returns Due to Hurricane Helene Damage

As most Americans brace for the looming April 15 Tax Day deadline, Floridians impacted by Hurricane Helene have been granted extra time by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to file […]

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Miami Tops the Nation in Fraud Cases, Florida Leads Among States

Miami has been named the most fraudulent city in America, according to recent data from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Unsurprisingly, Florida also claimed the top spot for fraud among […]

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Florida’s Housing Market Faces Warning Signs as Orlando’s Inventory Surges

The housing market in Orlando, FL, is flashing warning signs, with a sharp 57% year-over-year spike in inventory levels—marking the highest supply of available homes in at least seven years. […]

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