Florida just gave you a break on rent taxes
Good news if you lease your dental office in Florida. Starting October 1, 2025, you’ll stop paying state and local sales tax on your rent. That extra charge on your invoice disappears and you could keep thousands more in your pocket each year.
Here’s what changed
On June 30, 2025, Governor Ron DeSantis signed HB 7073 into law. Until now Florida added a 4.5 percent state tax plus any local surtax on top of your lease. Effective October 1, 2025, that obligation vanishes.
- Effective date – October 1, 2025
- Who benefits – Any business leasing space, including dental practices
- What ends – State and local sales tax on commercial rent
- Final filing – File sales tax on your September rent by October 20, 2025
How to put the extra cash to work
- Build your safety cushion
Small additions add up fast. Catch up on retirement contributions or top up your practice reserve. Talk to your financial planner about boosting your SEP IRA or 401(k) or building a rainy day fund.
- Tackle overdue upgrades
Need a new intraoral scanner or a website refresh? Cover it without touching your operating budget. Run a quick return‑on‑investment check with your advisor so you know it pays off.
- Revisit your tax plan
More cash flow can shift your tax picture. Beat surprises next April by reviewing your 2025 projections and Q4 estimates with your CPA.
- Think long term
Whether you plan to expand into a second location or gear up for a future sale, this extra cash can help. Schedule a conversation with your advisor to map out your next move.
October checklist
✓ Check that your October lease invoice no longer includes sales tax
✓ File your September rent sales tax return by October 20, 2025
✓ Block time with your advisor before year end
Let’s make every dollar count
A tax break is a welcome boost, and putting those savings to work is where the real opportunity lies. From retirement planning to practice growth, we’re here to help you turn a small win into a big one. Schedule a Call