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Financial and Professional Services

Most of the nation’s leading financial and insurance services firms have established large operations in Florida.

A Global Player in Financial Services, Fintech, Insurance and Consulting

Florida is home to the third-largest cluster of insurance and banking companies in the United States.

Florida’s prominent professional services and finance companies offer fintech, banking, insurance, architecture, accounting, marketing, alternative investments, hedge funds, portfolio management, consulting and engineering services, among others. Many recognizable institutions in the industry call Florida home. The state’s 5.5% corporate tax rate and strong, stable economy also make it an attractive location for your business to minimize expenses and maximize your competitive edge.

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Rankings

#4 Largest Economy in the U.S. 2022 Bureau of Economic Analysis

0% Personal Income Tax

The Talent of Tomorrow

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The Talent of Tomorrow

Florida boasts one of the largest finance and insurance clusters in the United States, and more than 900,000 professionals work in the state’s finance, insurance and professional services industries. There are 27,367 Florida residents with a Series 7 Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) license, 34,917 Floridians with a Series 63 FINRA license and an additional 21,692 residents have obtained Series 65 & 66 FINRA licenses.

Global Connectivity

Global Connectivity

Florida’s strategic geographic location makes it a great place to do business. With the state’s proximity to Latin America, it has emerged as a leading U.S. center for international finance and trade, attracting the offices of the world’s largest foreign and domestic banks. There are 15 global banks with U.S. headquarters located throughout the state. Florida also offers one of the most extensive multi-modal transportation systems in the world, as well as unparalleled global connectivity for its financial and professional services institutions through state-of-the-art connectivity.

Tax Advantages

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Tax Advantages

Florida has a strong economy, a 5.5% corporate tax rate and zero personal state income tax. Florida’s 163,000+ financial and professional services firms and 1.2 million workers in the industries prosper from its favorable tax climate and business-friendly legislation year-after-year.