17% of Florida’s population is 65 and older

The U.S. Census Bureau reports that 17% of Florida's population was 65 years of age or older during 2008. Florida led the way with the highest percentage reported in the United States. The percent of those persons 65 or older should remain constant with retirees expected to make the move to Florida in the future.

The University of Florida reports on the increase/decrease of Florida's population being affected by the housing market with retirees unable to sell their home in order to make their desired move to Florida.

Related Florida real estate blog posts on Florida's population

Millions might miss out on government money from the IRS

According to an IRS press release millions of Americans may miss the opportunity to receive a stimulus payment. The deadline to file their 2007 tax is October 15 and is for the estimated 4.3 million retirees and disabled veterans who may be eligible to receive a stimulus payment but who normally don’t file a tax return.

Please contact your accountant or visit the IRS site to determine if you qualify.

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Mortgage insurance premiums may be tax deductible

$7500 tax credit

President Bush comments on the housing market


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