Florida homeowners want property tax relief. But could lowering one tax make rent more expensive and put local services under pressure?

What happens when counties lose millions in revenue—and who ends up paying the difference?

On this episode of Direct with Dana, host Dana Brooks sits down with former Leon County Commissioner Brian Desloge to examine Florida's proposed Amendment 3 and its potential impact on homeowners, renters, businesses, and local communities.

Brian draws on his experience in county government to explain how the proposed homestead exemption increase could affect local budgets. He discusses a projected $70 million annual revenue loss for Leon County, possible changes to property tax rates, and concerns about funding for first responders, parks, libraries, and animal shelters.

Dana challenges Brian with the questions everyday Floridians are asking: Why can't government simply spend less? Why should homeowners pay for services they don't use? And could property tax relief end up shifting costs to renters and businesses?

In this episode:

• How the proposed property tax amendment works
• Why homestead and non-homestead properties matter
• The potential impact on rent and commercial property
• How counties fund emergency services and public facilities
• Whether local governments can cut spending instead
• Alternative approaches to property tax reform
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The discussion also explores Florida's property insurance challenges and the importance of understanding local budget impacts before making decisions at the ballot box.

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