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Podcast: Open to Debate
Episode: Is Florida Eating New York's Lunch?
Description: Last year was a banner year for those trading the New York chill for the Florida sun. Thirty-nine percent of Empire Staters packed up and moved to the Sunshine State, more than any year in history. In fact, recent census data revealed 1.6 million former New Yorkers (or 8% of Floridaâs total population) now call Florida home â and itâs not just retirees. Favorable tax policies are fueling Floridaâs popularity, attracting top businesses, budding entrepreneurs, and so-called one-percenters, such as Donald Trump and Carl Icahn. Does that mean Florida is a better bet? Those who argue âyesâ say New Yorkers are heading...