Governor DeSantis Announces the Floridians First Budget at Good Greek Moving & Storage
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced the Floridians First Budget at a Good Greek Moving & Storage West Palm Beach event, recognizing Good Greek’s role as one of Florida’s leading companies.
Good Greek Moving & Storage was honored to host Florida Governor Ron DeSantis at our West Palm Beach warehouse on Wednesday afternoon for a press conference detailing the state’s fiscal strategy and the newly rolled out “Floridians First” Budget for the upcoming fiscal year. Governor DeSantis highlighted why so many people and businesses are choosing to move to Florida: economic opportunity and a welcoming tax environment.
As a Florida-based company, the Official Mover of multiple professional sports teams, and the 2024 ATA Mover of the Year, Good Greek was proud to serve as the backdrop for an announcement about the future of the Sunshine State.
DeSantis: Key Takeaways
- Governor Ron DeSantis announced the Floridians First Budget at Good Greek Moving & Storage’s West Palm Beach warehouse.
- The budget preserves Florida’s no state income tax advantage — one of only nine U.S. states with zero state income tax.
- Business relief: Florida abolished the tax on business rent, meaning roughly 130,000 businesses no longer have to file for it.
- Family savings: groceries, medications, and baby items are exempt from Florida sales tax.
- Property tax relief is a stated priority as local property-tax revenue rose from $32 billion (2019) to $56 billion today.
- Good Greek main line (561) 683-1313 serves West Palm Beach and the broader Palm Beach County — Good Greek’s headquarters region.
Tax relief and an economic boom drawing new residents
Governor DeSantis emphasized that Florida’s tax environment is a significant draw for people and businesses relocating to the state.
Florida’s no state income tax
Florida is one of only nine U.S. states with no state income tax, and the Floridians First Budget preserves that advantage. For residents relocating from high-tax states like California, New York, Illinois, and New Jersey, the savings compound year after year — a major reason so many of Good Greek’s customers are Florida-bound.
Business relief — the business rent tax abolished
The state recently abolished the tax on business rent, which the Governor said has already yielded massive relief. The change means roughly 130,000 businesses no longer have to file for that tax, significantly reducing bureaucracy, paperwork, and filing time. Florida’s business-friendly environment continues to attract corporate relocations, which is reflected in Good Greek’s growing commercial moving business.
Family savings on everyday staples
Everyday staples such as groceries, medications, and baby items are exempt from sales tax in Florida — direct, ongoing savings for the families choosing to call the state home.
Focus on homeownership and property tax relief
With new residents driving up property values, Governor DeSantis addressed the need to provide relief for families — especially younger, first-time homeowners.
The Governor noted that the total amount of property tax revenue going to local governments has surged from $32 billion in 2019 to $56 billion today. He stated that he and his team are “working very hard on a great proposal” focused on Florida residents and their primary homestead property. The goal, he said, is to ensure that homeownership truly means ownership, putting the state on a “great trajectory” for residents.
Strong fiscal discipline
The Governor also outlined Florida’s strong fiscal health, a key indicator of stability for anyone considering a move.
The Floridians First Budget maintains the state’s strong fiscal discipline. According to the Governor, the state is set to retire over 50 percent of its tax-supported debt in Fiscal Year 2026-27. The Budget Stabilization Fund — the state’s rainy-day fund — has more than tripled under his leadership, rising from $1.5 billion to the constitutional maximum of $5 billion, and is fully funded this year.
West Palm Beach as a Florida event location
Hosting the announcement in West Palm Beach reflects the city’s growing prominence as a Florida political and business center.
West Palm Beach has emerged as one of Florida’s most important political and business event locations. The Brightline rail station, a growing downtown, the “Wall Street South” finance migration, and proximity to Mar-a-Lago have made it a significant Florida venue. Good Greek’s Palm Beach County headquarters places the company in the heart of this growth, serving West Palm Beach and the surrounding region.
Good Greek’s growth alongside Florida’s growth
Good Greek Moving & Storage’s growth parallels Florida’s broader relocation and economic story.
Good Greek’s continued growth — 30,000+ moves per year, the 2024 ATA Mover of the Year designation, and multiple Official Mover partnerships — parallels Florida’s relocation and economic boom. Hosting Governor DeSantis for the Floridians First Budget reflects Good Greek’s standing as a leading Florida company supporting the state’s continued growth.
About Good Greek Moving & Storage — Palm Beach County headquarters
Good Greek Moving & Storage is headquartered in Palm Beach County, with the main line (561) 683-1313 serving West Palm Beach and the broader region.
Good Greek’s Palm Beach County headquarters reflects the company’s deep Florida roots and commitment to serving Florida residents and businesses. The main line (561) 683-1313 connects to local Palm Beach crews for fast service across West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Boynton Beach, Jupiter, and broader Palm Beach County.
Beyond Palm Beach County, Good Greek operates regional direct lines: Fort Lauderdale (954) 227-5000, Miami (305) 508-3433, Tampa Bay (813) 438-2700, Orlando (407) 759-3094, Las Vegas (702) 805-7770, and Treasure Coast (772) 310-4446. Florida, Nevada, and serving nationwide.
Good Greek and Florida’s continued growth story
Good Greek Moving & Storage continues to support Florida’s growth as the state’s leading moving company.
From hosting Governor DeSantis for the Floridians First Budget to supporting 30,000+ Florida moves per year, Good Greek is at the center of Florida’s continued growth story. We are honored to be the backdrop for such important announcements about the future of Florida, and we continue to serve the growing number of families and businesses choosing to call the Sunshine State home — providing the World’s Only Total Relocation Solution® for their “Best Move Ever.”
For West Palm Beach moves, Palm Beach County relocations, or Florida-bound long-distance moves, call (561) 683-1313 or request a free moving quote online.
Watch the event here: Ron DeSantis Event
Frequently asked questions
Why did Governor DeSantis announce the budget at Good Greek?
Good Greek Moving & Storage hosted Governor Ron DeSantis for the Floridians First Budget announcement because of Good Greek’s standing as a leading Florida company — 2024 ATA Mover of the Year, Official Mover of multiple Florida sports teams, and Palm Beach County headquarters.
What is the Floridians First Budget?
It represents Governor DeSantis’s Florida state budget priorities — including preserving Florida’s no state income tax, abolishing the business rent tax, sales-tax exemptions on family staples, property tax relief for homeowners, and strong fiscal discipline such as retiring over 50% of tax-supported debt and a fully funded $5 billion rainy-day reserve.
Does Good Greek serve West Palm Beach?
Yes — Good Greek Moving & Storage is headquartered in Palm Beach County. The main line (561) 683-1313 serves West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Island, Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Boynton Beach, Jupiter, and broader Palm Beach County.
What’s Good Greek’s connection to Florida’s growth?
Good Greek’s 30,000+ moves per year reflect Florida’s continued relocation growth from high-tax states like California, New York, and Illinois. Good Greek is the Official Mover of multiple Florida professional sports teams and the 2024 ATA Mover of the Year.