Tired of Bad Weather, Consider Relocating to Marathon in the Keys

MARATHON, Fla. - March 26, 2015 - PRLog -- Per Brenda Alexander, Broker/Associate at Remax and owner of KeysIsland Sales.com in Marathon Florida, “Marathon, Florida, lies in the Middle Keys, off the southern coast of the Sunshine State, situated between the grand Atlantic Ocean and the tropical Gulf of Mexico. With approximately 11,000 residents, it’s known for its quintessential laid back lifestyle, where tee-shirts, shorts, and sandals are normal, everyday attire.

The beauty of the area is vast and quite enjoyable, with no hint of snow, ice, and so much sunshine, it boasts little rainfall, relative to other Florida locations. Its also is known for its warm climate, with temperatures reaching just into the top of the seventies during the winter months and lows falling to only the high sixties. Being situated between two great bodies of water and in such a wonderful environment, many people dream of living in Marathon, Florida. That dream doesn’t have to be out of reach, because there’s much opportunity to be found in the area.

What to Know about Relocating to Marathon, Florida

Marathon is a wonderful place to live, not only because of its ideal location, but also because it’s located in a very affordable state. The state of Florida is one that offers relatively low cost of living, has a beautiful climate, and is a vacation land practically every day of the year. If you are considering moving to Marathon, Florida, then here’s some things you need to know:

●      Decide between renting and buying. You might be tempted to rent when relocating to Marathon, Florida, but you should know owning is less expensive, and lucrative, over the long term. There’s a homestead property tax deduction and equity grows quite quickly in a location like Marathon. What’s more, if you choose to move-up in home or downsize later, you’ll have a great rental property that generates a nice passive income stream.

●      Sell or donate your heavy winter clothing. You won’t have much occasion to breakout that heavy winter clothing. In this area, there is little to no need for a bulky winter coat, gloves, scarves, and the like. Temperatures are very moderate in Marathon and you will spend more time in t-shirts and shorts then you will in any other type of attire. Lighten your load and help to reduce the cost of moving by selling and/or donating your heavy winter clothing.

●      Transfer your driver’s license to Florida. When you relocate to Florida, you’ll have thirty days to transfer your driving privileges to the Sunshine State under the law. Doing so is not only a requirement, it does wonders for your lifestyle when you see your name next to the green silhouette of state that’s an everyday vacation lifestyle.

●      Accept employment or establish a business. You also have thirty days to either accept employment with a company with a presence in the state of Florida or to open your own business. Whichever you choose is up to you and you ought to know the state has several incentives to relocate a business.

●      File for homestead exemption. Property taxes aren’t a favorite expense for any homeowner, and the state of Florida understands this greatly. You have thirty days from your move to file for homestead exemption, which will substantially reduce your property tax obligation.