Sun, Sand, and State Residency: Navigating Florida’s Domicile Rules

Future Focused: Sophisticated Estate Planning

With so many people fleeing their northern home states and heading south for a sunnier lifestyle, it’s more important than ever to understand the process of changing domicile and residence. On this week’s episode, Partner Michael Clear travels to sunny Florida and chats with Florida-based Partner Veronica Bauer on the necessary “checklist” to declare domicile and residence in the state of Florida. They cover important steps such as obtaining a Florida driver's license, registering to vote, and filing a Declaration of Domicile. They also provide insights into the homestead exemption and how to avoid triggering events that could affect your domicile status. Their conversation is informative and provides helpful tips for those considering a move to Florida, so tune in to learn more.