Voters 50+ are the driving force behind every election. They’re not just voting; they’re grappling with the everyday challenges that come with caring for parents, siblings and other loved ones, and protecting their hard-earned Social Security. AARP Florida is here to ensure you have all the information needed to cast your ballot this election season.
Millions of Florida residents find electric utility issues hard to follow. Regulated by a far-away, low-profile state agency, largely the domain of expensive utilities lawyers, powerful corporations and influential special interest experts, electric utility regulations are often unfair and unfamiliar for customers.
Home prices and rentals have become increasingly unaffordable in Florida. This white paper explores the benefits of allowing alternative housing options, such as Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), for homeowners and communities.
How do you know if you’re saving enough money for your retirement? Earlier this year, a national AARP study found that more than 3 in 5 people over 50 said that they were not currently saving enough for retirement, but when asked how much they needed in order to retire, almost 1 in 3 said they didn’t know. So how can you find out whether you’re on track for retirement savings?
Florida está ampliando un programa de subvenciones estatales para ayudar a más personas a mejorar sus viviendas para evitar daños causados por huracanes y reducir las primas de seguros.
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, observed annually on June 15th, aims to raise awareness about the abuse and neglect that older adults face. This day serves as a global call to action to address the challenges and injustices that elderly individuals endure, ranging from physical harm to emotional and financial exploitation.
TECO is asking for a total base rate increase of $467.7 million for residential consumers through 2027. Over three years, the total revenue raised from the rate increases would be between $1.14 billion and $1.23 billion. It's unjust that our hard-earned money, meant to cover essential services like electricity, is being used for lobbying efforts that serve the interests of utility companies.
Duke Energy is seeking approval for an $820 million increase from the Florida Public Service Commission (PSC). This rate hike will burden households already struggling with rising costs.