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Cocoa Beach Ordinance 1728: City Commission First Reading on Vacation Rental Occupancy Advertising, October 15

Cocoa Beach City Commission takes up Ordinance 1728 on Oct. 15, 2026, on vacation rental ads that offer more guests than the occupancy limit.

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Probate

Florida Probate Rule Changes Take Effect January 1, 2027: Death Records and Discovery

Two Florida Supreme Court opinions change the Florida Probate Rules on January 1, 2027. Here is what the new evidence of death rule, the limit on early demands for a death record, and the end of initial disclosures in probate cases will mean for you.

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Real Estate

Florida Property Tax Appeal Rules Became Effective August 27, 2026

Florida's value adjustment board rules changed on August 27, 2026. If you are appealing a property assessment or a denied exemption, here is what the 15-day evidence deadline, the right to a remote hearing, and the new value limits mean for you.

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Wills & Trusts

IRS Proposes Ending Form 1041-A Filing for Some Trusts, Comments Due October 16, 2026

The IRS proposes ending Form 1041-A filing for trusts whose only charitable deductions come through passthrough entities. Comments are due October 16, 2026.

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Estate Planning

IRS Estate Tax Closing Letter Fee Rises to $76 for Requests Received After October 26, 2026

The IRS estate tax closing letter fee rises from $56 to $76 for requests received after October 26, 2026. See who is affected and how to plan for the change.

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Real Estate

Titusville Ordinance 37-2026: City Council Second Reading on Final Plat Approval, October 13

Titusville City Council holds a hearing Oct. 13, 2026 on Ordinance 37-2026, which would move final plat approval to the City Manager.

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Real Estate

Florida Makes Fraudulent Entry of a Rental Home a Felony Starting October 1, 2026

Starting October 1, 2026, Florida makes fraudulent entry of a rental home a felony and lets landlords end the lease with a 7 day notice. See what changed.

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Probate

Florida Probate Changes Effective July 1, 2026: Higher Small Estate Limits and New Tools for Personal Representatives

Florida raised its summary administration limit to $150,000 and doubled small estate limits on July 1, 2026. See what HB 1337 means for families and executors.

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Business

FinCEN Final Rule Effective August 14, 2026 Keeps U.S. Companies and Owners Out of BOI Reporting

FinCEN's final BOI rule, effective August 14, 2026, exempts U.S. owners and company applicants from reporting. Learn what it means for Florida businesses.

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Real Estate

Titusville Ordinance 36-2026: City Council Second Reading on Live Local Act Zoning Standards, October 13

Titusville City Council holds a hearing Oct. 13, 2026 on Ordinance 36-2026, updating Live Local Act zoning and land use standards.

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