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While most states have regressive tax structures, Florida is the most regressive. And low income Florida families pay almost five times as large a percentage of their income as the wealthy in state and local taxes, a study says.
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Florida’s state and local tax structure makes Florida an excellent place to be an affluent retiree or a wealthy investor, but not so great for working families or young couples starting out.

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