For Americans living abroad or about to leave
0% state income tax. No minimum stay in Florida, and no six-month residency myth.
Make Florida your legal home without buying property or living there half the year. We handle the setup, from your Declaration of Domicile to a real Florida address, so you keep what you earn. Stop handing your old state and city up to 14.8% of your income every year.*
Built for Americans who live abroad, travel full time, or are about to leave. If you plan to keep living full time in another US state, this is not the right fit.
Potential Tax Savings
$16,200+
Estimated. Varies by state and income.
The myths
Three beliefs stop people from claiming Florida. None of them are the law.
MYTHYou must spend six months and a day in Florida before you count as a resident.
Florida sets no minimum day count. Domicile rests on intent you can prove: your license, your voter registration, your Declaration of Domicile.
MYTHYou have to buy a house before Florida will claim you.
No property required. A real residential street address you can document works for the DMV, your bank, and the IRS.
MYTHYou must stop traveling and settle down in Florida year round.
Keep moving. What matters is that Florida is your one legal home base and your records agree with you.
The path
How long does it take to establish residency in Florida? Most people finish the setup in 2 weeks. Here is the whole path, and where we do the heavy lifting.
01 · SITUATION
Create your account and get a roadmap with your estimated savings.
02 · NOTARIZE
Complete notarization from any country and activate your mailbox. No appointments.
03 · LICENSE
The only in-person step. We prep you with a DMV checklist.
04 · SEVER
Sever old-state ties with step-by-step checklists.
05 · MAINTAIN
Mail, records, and alerts in one dashboard.
Prepared for you · Real humans on a video call · No appointments
Why Florida
Florida is one of the most tax-friendly states in the country. Four advantages do the heavy lifting.
Florida has no state income tax on wages, retirement income, or investment gains. Your former state's rate goes to zero.
Florida levies no state tax on capital gains. Sell stock, property, or a business and you generally owe federal tax only.
Florida has no estate or inheritance tax, protecting what you pass on to your heirs.
Strong homestead protection and favorable trust laws protect your wealth while you build it.
Your number
Pick your state and income. See what you hand over now, and what changes when Florida is your legal home.
Every year you keep your old domicile, the number below leaves your account. Florida sets it to zero.
Current state tax
$9,705
Florida tax
$0
Kept in year one
$9,045
That's ≈ $97,050 over 10 years, before plan cost.
Single filer estimate from your state's 2026 income tax rate schedule after its standard deduction, before credits (California uses the latest published 2025-indexed brackets). State income tax only, less $660 annual YourTaxBase plan cost. Estimate only, not tax advice.
Picking a zero-tax state
All three states have 0% income tax. The right choice depends on where you travel, how you work, and what kind of address you need.
Florida fits most remote workers, expats, and retirees. South Dakota fits full-time RVers. Nevada fits West Coast residents who can spend 30 consecutive days in-state.
You want a real residential address that banks, employers, and the IRS recognize.
Why it fits
16 ACA carriers, no minimum stay, direct flights to Europe and Latin America.
You live full-time in an RV, earn 1099 income, and only want to show up in person once every five years.
Trade-off
PMB addresses blocked for SD reemployment-assistance reporting since 2023.
You are relocating from California, Oregon, or Washington and can spend 30 consecutive days in-state to establish residency.
Trade-off
Smog check required in Clark and Washoe basins; combined sales tax up to 8.375%.
| Dimension | Florida | South Dakota | Nevada |
|---|---|---|---|
| State income tax | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Capital gains tax (state) | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Estate / inheritance tax | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Sales tax (state rate) | 6.0% | 4.2%¹ | 4.6% |
| Sales tax (typical combined) | 6.0% – 8.5% | ~6.4% (Sioux Falls) | 6.85% – 8.375% (Las Vegas peak) |
| Payroll taxes for W-2 nomads | No issue | PMB addresses NOT accepted for SD reemployment-assistance reporting² | No issue |
| Minimum stay to establish residency | No explicit requirement | 24 hours initially, then 1 night every 5 years to renew license | 30 consecutive days (proof required) |
| Driver's license process | In-person at FLHSMV; two documents proving FL residential address | In-person at SD DPS; campground or hotel receipt accepted | In-person at NV DMV; receipt of 30-day stay required |
| Vehicle registration | Vehicle must be in FL or VIN-verified by law enforcement | Online or by mail | In-person; smog check required for 1968+ gas vehicles in Clark and Washoe basins (SB80, Oct 2025, added penalties for tampered systems) |
| ACA marketplace insurers (2026) | 16 carriers | 3 carriers | 3 carriers (CareSource and Community Care Health Plan new for 2026) |
| International airport access | MIA, MCO, FLL, TPA. Extensive Europe, LatAm, and Caribbean coverage. | Limited. RAP and FSD are primarily domestic. | LAS, RNO. Extensive West Coast and Mexico coverage. |
| Best-fit geography | East Coast, Europe, Latin America | Central US travel base | West Coast, Mexico, Central America |
State income tax
Capital gains tax (state)
Estate / inheritance tax
Sales tax (state rate)
Sales tax (typical combined)
Payroll taxes for W-2 nomads
Minimum stay to establish residency
Driver's license process
Vehicle registration
ACA marketplace insurers (2026)
International airport access
Best-fit geography
¹ South Dakota lowered its state sales tax from 4.5% to 4.2% on July 1, 2023. Under current statute the rate reverts to 4.5% on July 1, 2027 (SD Department of Revenue).
² Personal mailbox (PMB) addresses are not accepted for South Dakota reemployment-assistance (unemployment-insurance) reporting since 2023, which matters if you carry W-2 income and want to domicile in SD (SD Department of Labor & Regulation).
Last verified April 2026 against IRS, FLHSMV, SD DOR, SD Department of Labor, NV DMV, NV Department of Taxation, and HealthCare.gov marketplace data.
Ready to make Florida your home base? Start the setup in minutes.
Who this is for
We serve professionals and individuals from all walks of life. Choose your situation to see how we can help.
Maintain your US banking, voting rights, and financial services while living abroad.
A US street address for your accountsLeave high state income taxes while working from anywhere in the world.
Stop losing up to 14.8% of your payEnjoy tax-free retirement income and no estate tax in Florida.
Tax-free Social Security & pensionsEstablish a permanent home base without owning property or staying in one place.
No minimum stay requiredBuild a location-independent tax base while you travel the world.
Work from anywhere, tax-freeSCRA-compliant domicile services for active duty, guard, and reserve members.
SCRA & MLA protectionsMaximize asset protection and eliminate state income tax on business income.
Asset protection & LLC benefitsFor high net worth individuals. Lease and utility documentation, asset protection, and estate planning.
Lease and utility documentationYour exit
See what your current state takes every year, and what changes when Florida is your legal home.
Go deeper
Deep-dive guides covering every aspect of Florida residency, tax home requirements, and state tax migration.
Every document and step Florida actually requires in 2026, in one checklist. Start here.
What the form does, where to file it in your county, and how to record it correctly.
The FLHSMV two-document rule, the official accepted list, and which proofs hold up in a state audit.
Step-by-step guide to establishing Florida residency in 2026, from Declaration of Domicile to driver's license.
The complete checklist for expats, retirees, digital nomads, and remote workers establishing Florida domicile.
How state domicile interacts with the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion and the Foreign Tax Credit when you work from abroad.
Every state's residency rules, audit triggers, and exit strategies in one comprehensive reference guide.
The five factors auditors use, documentation requirements, and real-world defense strategies.
The record · In their words
Digital nomads, expats abroad, retirees, remote workers and RVers. Here is what they say about Your Tax Base.
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Questions
Everything you need to know about Florida residency.
Florida offers significant tax advantages: 0% state income tax on wages, retirement income, and investment gains. There's also no estate or inheritance tax, strong asset protection laws, and homestead exemption. Whether you're an expat living abroad, a remote worker escaping high-tax states, or a retiree keeping more of your pension, Florida residency stops you from handing your former state and city up to 14.8% of your income every year.
No. The "six months and a day" figure is a myth for establishing domicile. Florida sets no minimum number of days you must be physically present to become a resident. What the law looks at is your intent to make Florida your permanent home, shown through objective ties: a Florida driver's license, voter registration, a Declaration of Domicile filed with the clerk of the circuit court, and a real Florida address on your banking and official records. The 183-day rule works the other way around. It is the threshold a high-tax state uses to keep taxing you, so the goal is to spend fewer than 183 days in your former state, not to hit a day count inside Florida.
No. You don't need to own property or spend a minimum number of days in Florida. What matters is demonstrating intent to make Florida your permanent legal home. This includes having a Florida driver's license, registering to vote, maintaining a Florida address for banking and official documents, and filing a Declaration of Domicile. We help you establish and maintain all these connections.
Not automatically. Wintering in Florida does not make you a resident by itself, and owning a Florida home does not either. Snowbirds become Florida residents by genuinely making Florida their permanent home and documenting it: a Declaration of Domicile, a Florida driver's license, Florida voter registration, and a Florida address on your financial and official records. Then watch the other side. If you spend 183 days or more in your former state, or keep your strongest ties there, that state can still tax you as a resident. Count your days and keep proof of where you were.
You can complete the initial setup in as little as 2 weeks. This includes getting your Florida address, completing a Declaration of Domicile, and beginning the process for your Florida driver's license. Full establishment, including updating all accounts and documents, typically takes 30-60 days. Our team guides you through every step.
You can change your domicile to Florida, but these states are aggressive about retaining residents for tax purposes. You'll need to properly sever ties with your former state: surrender your old driver's license, update voter registration, move banking relationships, and document your intent thoroughly. We help you build a defensible domicile file. Consult a tax professional for your specific situation.
Key documents include: Florida driver's license or ID, Declaration of Domicile filed with the county clerk, voter registration, vehicle registration (if applicable), and updated addresses on bank accounts, insurance, and tax returns. We provide guidance and assistance for all of these.
We provide a legitimate Florida residential address (not a PO Box) for establishing domicile. Our service includes virtual mailbox with mail forwarding, step-by-step guidance for driver's license and voter registration, document storage, and ongoing support. Plans start at $55/month. We handle the administrative complexity so you can focus on your lifestyle.
Absolutely. We provide real residential addresses in Florida for people who genuinely intend to make Florida their legal domicile. This is a common and legal practice used by thousands of expats, retirees, RVers, and remote workers. The key is genuine intent - you must actually intend for Florida to be your permanent home base, even if your work takes you elsewhere.
All mail sent to your Florida address is received, scanned, and accessible through your online dashboard. You can view mail digitally, request forwarding to any address worldwide, request shredding, or request storage. Essential documents like IRS notices and financial statements are forwarded promptly. Higher-tier plans include more forwarding and international shipping options.
Set up your Florida domicile the defensible way and stop handing your former state thousands of dollars every year.
Still weighing your options? Book a free Florida domicile consultation and we'll map out your move.
*Estimated savings based on state income tax rates. Actual savings vary based on income, former state of residence, and individual circumstances. Establishing Florida domicile requires meeting state requirements and may be challenged by your former state. This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute tax, legal, or financial advice. Consult a qualified tax professional or attorney for advice specific to your situation.
Your Tax Base is a private company and is not affiliated with any government agency. Information is for educational purposes only and is not tax, legal, or financial advice. State residency and domicile outcomes vary by individual circumstance. Consult a qualified tax professional.