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Central Florida is witnessing a surge in its ultra-wealthy population, fueled by the burgeoning tech and finance industries, according to Sarah Grafton, managing partner of Winter Park-based Grafton Wealth Advisors.
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In fact, Central Florida saw a net gain of over $3 billion in tax returns from 2021 to 2022, largely from within the state but also from counties in New York and California, which are seeing net losses in tax filers.
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This influx of affluence is reshaping the region, traditionally known for its retirees and tourism, and presents a unique opportunity for wealth management firms like Grafton’s.
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