Florida Sales Tax Ends on Commercial Leases

Starting October 1, 2025, Florida businesses will no longer have to pay sales tax on commercial leases. This is a big change that will affect many companies renting office, retail, or warehouse space across the state.

In our new video, Bette Hochberger, CPA, CGMA, explains what this means and how it could impact your business:
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What Changed

Until now, businesses leasing commercial property in Florida had to pay sales tax on their rent. Beginning October 1, 2025, that sales tax is eliminated.

This means:

  • If your lease covers time on or after October 1, no sales tax is due.

  • If you pay after October 1 for rent that covers time before the change, sales tax still applies.

  • If you paid early and included sales tax for October or later, you may be able to get a refund from your landlord.

Who This Applies To

This change applies to traditional commercial leases—such as offices, retail stores, and warehouses.
It does not apply to short-term rentals (for example, Airbnb or vacation rentals).

Why It Matters

Even though Florida’s sales tax rate isn’t huge (around 6–7%), this change could save businesses money and simplify accounting for both tenants and landlords.

What You Should Do

  • Review your lease and payments to ensure the correct tax is applied.

  • Talk to your landlord if you think you’ve overpaid sales tax.

  • Keep an eye out for any guidance or updates from the Florida Department of Revenue.

If you have questions about how this affects your business, reach out to our team at BetteHochberger.com — we’re here to help!