Property Ownership
Florida's Homestead Act provides which of the following protections to a primary residence?
AExemption from all property taxes
BProtection from forced sale to satisfy most creditors' judgments✓ Correct
CGuaranteed appreciation of 3% per year
DImmunity from zoning changes
Explanation
Florida's constitutional homestead protection shields a primary residence (up to 1/2 acre in a municipality, 160 acres elsewhere) from forced sale by most creditors. Exceptions include mortgage liens, mechanic's liens, and property tax liens.
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