10 Additional Tax Holidays in 2022

A one-month Fuel Tax Holiday from October 1, through October 31, 2022, saving Floridians $200 million by lowering the price of gas by 25.3 cents per gallon.
A 3-month sales tax holiday for children’s books from May 14 through August 14, 2022, providing $3.3 million in tax relief.
A one-year sales tax holiday from July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2023, for baby and toddler clothes and shoes, providing $81.5 million in tax relief.
A one-year sales tax holiday from July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2023, for children’s diapers, providing $38.9 million in tax relief.
A 14-day Back-to-School sales tax holiday from July 25 through August 7, 2022, for clothing, shoes, backpacks, and school supplies, providing $100 million in tax relief.
A 14-day Disaster Preparedness sales tax holiday from May 28 through June 10, 2022, for supplies such as flashlights, radios, tarps, batteries, and fire extinguishers, providing $25.6 million in tax relief.
A 7-day Tool-Time sales tax holiday from September 3 through September 9, 2022, for tools and other home improvement items, providing $12.4 million in tax relief.
A two-year sales tax holiday from July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2024, for impact resistant windows, doors, and garage doors, providing $442.8 million in tax relief.
A 7-day Freedom Week from July 1 to July 7, 2022, providing a sales tax exemption for specified admissions and items related to recreational activities, providing $70.6 million in tax relief.
A one-year Energy Star Appliances sales tax holiday from July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2023, for washing machines, clothes dryers, water heaters, and refrigerators, providing $78.5 million in tax relief.

According to the Governor, the tax package is expected to provide $1.2 billion in relief for Floridians. You can read the full announcement of the tax package signing here.

Important NAR Update

Last week, NAR Directors approved the continuation of the Consumer Ad Campaign, increasing the annual special assessment from $35 to $45 per year per member because of the increased cost of media. The current campaign, That's Who We R, is now in its fourth year and has garnered 42 advertising industry awards.

This is NOT an EPCAR bill increase!

NEW Tech Helpline App!

Connecting with Tech Helpline just got easier with the all-new Tech Helpline app.
Through the app, members are able to call for help, open a case, and chat with an analyst.
Get it on the App Store or Google Play by searching "Tech Helpline".

Newest Florida Realtor Member Benefit

On May 19th, Florida Realtors announced its newest member benefit for all members: Get free real estate infographics branded YOUR way with Florida Realtors' newest member benefit, Photofy.

With the free Photofy app, members can create and share eye-catching social media infographics in just 30 seconds. Learn more about the app and how to get started here: floridarealtors.org/photofy

Important Florida Realtors Update

Florida Realtors Public Policy has release a statement today regarding Insurance Reform, Condominium Reforms, Florida Hometown Hero Housing Program, and Florida’s Economic Resiliency. Click here to read the full release.

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May 19th

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Business Partners
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Info Hub Issues
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Notice of Member Passing
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Professional Standards

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Business Partner of the Week

BRIAN WILKINSON Executive Director of Pro-Spect

Brian is a lifelong resident of Polk County. He was born and raised in Lake Wales and has fond memories growing up and attending high school there. He moved to Lakeland in 2001 while pursuing a career at Publix where he met his wife, Ashley.

Brian and Ashley have three young children: Michael, Samuel, and Eden. After buying and selling a few homes and rental properties in the area, Ashley and Brian decided to build their dream home on the outskirts of Plant City, FL. They are heavily involved in the Children’s Ministry at their Church where Ashley is on staff.

Brian enjoys spending time with his wife and children and the many animals on their hobby farm. Brian believes authentic leadership is the key to successful employees and a better business. He enjoys training and developing the next generation of leaders and applies that philosophy in everything he does.