This is one of our big fears. More than 80 percent of Americans believe there are too many lawsuits, according to a 2006 survey undertaken for the U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform. An earlier survey, conducted for insurer Fireman's Fund, found that 67 percent of homeowners were concerned they might personally be sued. ...more

October 21, 2007

A new plan to cut property taxes fails to address the inequities in Florida's tax structure and does nothing to help those who have the most reason to complain - Floridians who recently purchased their homes at inflated prices and are taxed at or near market value. ...more

October 12, 2007

Now that the Florida Legislature's much-touted property tax relief proposal is in limbo, it is time to take stock and consider alternatives. A proposal created by the state's county property appraisers, which advocates a universal tax break for all property owners , sounds practical and something that could be considered in part if a new plan is ever created. But for this and some other proposals to survive, the Legislature and the voters have to ask themselves a tough question: Is saving Save Our Homes Amendment worth the price it has extracted? ...more

October 9, 2007

Three Democratic presidential candidates have made universal health care a big part of their campaign platform. ...more

September 18, 2007

Like her fellow Hoosier John Mellencamp, Kim Rothman likes to sing the praises of small-town life. ...more

September 12, 2007

Colette Brooks' sprawling ocean-view property is dotted with tricked-out cars - from a low-rider Lincoln Continental to a Cadillac with plush leather seats. ...more

September 10, 2007