SPECIAL REPORT: A Florida Man...

Keeping up with the Sunshine State's financials. Created for {EMAIL} | [Web Version]( August 2, 2024 CONNECT WITH KIPLINGER  [LinkedIn]( [Facebook]( [X]( [Youtube]( [Instagram]( Kiplinger Today [SIGN UP]( ⋅ [SHARE]( [] Top Story [] [Are No Income Tax States Really Better to Live In?]( [Are No Income Tax States Really Better to Live In?]( (Getty Images) Nine states, do not have personal income tax, allowing residents to keep more of their earnings. However, states compensate in other areas which can still impact overall expenses. While they may seem financially attractive, [see here if Florida and eight other no income tax states truly have an impact on finances](. [] Successful Retirement Planning [] [Important Must-Knows When Retiring in the Sunshine State]( [Important Must-Knows When Retiring in the Sunshine State]( (Getty Images) Thousands of others are already on their way down south. Should you join them? Keep in mind that [Florida is more complicated]( than just beaches, Disney World, and the massive retirement community known as The Villages. [7 Secrets About Hiring a Financial Advisor]( Working with a financial advisor can be a crucial part of any healthy retirement plan. But choosing the wrong one could wreak havoc. Check out these 7 secrets comfortable retirees know about hiring an advisor, so you can work to potentially save years of stress. [See the list]( ADVERTISEMENT [] Don't Miss Out [] [Florida Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday 2024]( [Florida Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday 2024]( (Getty Images) Florida’s annual back-to-school sales tax holiday runs now to August 11th. Residents can purchase clothing, school supplies and electronics tax-free. [We explore the ins and outs]( to discover how to get the most bang for your buck this shopping season. [] Hot Stocks [] [Insurance Stocks Do Just Fine Amid Harsh Weather]( [Insurance Stocks Do Just Fine Amid Harsh Weather]( (Getty Images) As strange as it sounds, heat waves, car accidents, and the always-inflicting hurricanes can provide solid yields. If you live with turbulent weather, why not use it to your advantage? See [our top curated insurance stock picks here](. [] Places to Move [] [Seven Great Places to Retire in Florida]( Florida is a big, diverse state, with plenty of pleasant cities and towns on both the Atlantic and Gulf coasts, and inland. We take a look at great retirement destinations, based on locale, amenities and access to top-notch health care. [Read More]( [6 Things Not to Do When Selecting a Financial Advisor]( Working with a financial advisor can be a great first step to helping make sure you're on track to reach your retirement goals. But choosing the wrong one could wreak havoc. Check out these 6 things not to do when choosing a financial advisor, so you can work to potentially avoid years of stress. [See the list]( ADVERTISEMENT [] Job Hunting [] [Best Cities to Start a Career and the Worst]( Finding a job is an exciting and daunting process. To help ease the worry, our personal finance team found the best cities, three even in Florida, for starting a career while providing substantial income growth potential and pleasant work conditions. Where will your new career take you? [Read More]( ABOUT KIPLINGER When we write about money, we get it right. So the decisions you make with your dollars are also right. Kiplinger is a trusted provider of unbiased financial advice, objective business and economic forecasts, and practical help to millions of business professionals, investors, and individuals seeking to make more profitable decisions with their money. Our [flagship publications]( include [Kiplinger Personal Finance]( magazine, [The Kiplinger Letter]( [The Kiplinger Tax Letter]( [Kiplinger Retirement Report]( and [Kiplinger Investing for Income.]( All are regarded as the leading publications in their respective fields. Every day, millions of readers rely on our [free e-newsletters]( for help on everything from getting the best rate on a mortgage or car loan, to managing their businesses in an uncertain world, avoiding an IRS audit, building wealth for a secure retirement, or investing wisely in any kind of market. Now it’s your turn to reap all the rewards Kiplinger has to offer. Visit [Kiplinger.com](, your gateway to all of the above and much more. Check in any time for our latest advice on how to make more money, and keep more of the money you make. Stay right on the money, with Kiplinger. [Kiplinger]( [Sign Up]( | [Print Publications]( | [Unsubscribe]( [Privacy Policy]( | [Cookies Policy]( | [Terms and Conditions]( CONTACT US: [FEEDBACK](mailto:kiplingertoday@smartbrief.com) | [ADVERTISE]( [Future]( Future US LLC © Full 7th Floor, 130 West 42nd Street, New York, NY, 10036