Articles by Raden Payas: Author at The Mobile Home Dealer

https://youtube.com/watch?v=rZSIcsUuCgs Sarasota is widely known for its beaches, cultural scene, and strong network of mobile home communities. One topic that often confuses, however, is how property taxes apply to mobile homes in this area. Many buyers assume that owning any type of home automatically means paying annual property taxes. In Sarasota, that assumption is not always correct. For mobile homes located on leased land, property taxes work very differently than they do for traditional real estate. Understanding this distinction can help buyers accurately evaluate affordability, long-term costs, and overall financial risk before purchasing. Why Property Taxes Work Differently for Mobile Homes Property taxes are typically annual fees paid to the county where a home is located....

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1l7x2wD31U0 When real estate is discussed in the media, most of the attention goes toward rising prices, bidding wars, and affordability. However, one topic rarely gets the spotlight, even though it directly affects long-term ownership costs. That topic is property taxes. For traditional homeowners, property taxes are a predictable annual expense. For mobile home owners on leased land in Florida, the situation is very different. Property taxes are yearly fees paid to the county where a home is located. Each Florida county sets its own tax rate, usually based on the assessed value of the property. On average, property taxes across the state hover around 1 percent of a home’s value. Therefore, a $100,000 home could generate a $1,000 annual tax bill. These...