Huge Property Tax Overhaul Measure Set For November Ballot

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As Florida voters prepare to consider a major property tax overhaul this November, officials in Vero Beach and Indian River County are raising concerns about its local impact. The proposal would provide substantial tax relief for homesteaded homeowners but could also reduce revenue that cities and counties rely on.

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Indian River Mall Demolition Begins; Indoor-Outdoor Redevelopment Planned To Satisfy Everyone

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Expected to be completed by late 2027 or early 2028, the mall redevelopment project will introduce a mix of indoor and outdoor retail spaces, attract new businesses, and include a drive-thru restaurant. Local leaders hope these changes will revitalize the mall and restore it as a community gathering place.

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‘They Call Every Day’: Liberty City Residents Resist Investors And Rising Prices

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As one of Miami’s most historic Black communities, Liberty City sits atop the Biscayne Ridge, roughly 10 to 15 feet above sea level. That elevation has made the neighborhood particularly attractive as climate change increases flooding risks in lower-lying coastal communities. As investors target Miami’s higher ground, community advocates urge Black homeowners to hold onto property and generational wealth.

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Brokers, Developers Use World Cup To Pitch Foreign Buyers. Here’s Where They’re Coming From

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The FIFA World Cup 2026 is being used to attract international buyers, particularly from Latin America, at a time when the residential real estate market is beginning to slow. While the World Cup itself is not creating a surge in investment, brokers say it is helping them to showcase Miami.

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Wealth Concentration Pushes Miami’s Middle Class Toward Displacement

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Prosperity has deepened affordability challenges for many longtime Miami residents. According to a study, half households spend more than 30% of their income on housing, a common benchmark for financial strain. The county also faces a shortage of more than 90,000 affordable rental units for lower- and moderate-income households.

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