The problem you will have will be with state income taxes. You have to prove to NJ that you intend FL to be your home state. This is not hard. Just register to vote, get FL drivers license (they will take your NJ license), change NJ and Federal income tax return addresses to FL, register your FL car in FL.
Your NJ car will stay registered in NJ. You might want to email NJ MVD to confirm but this is correct. You will need auto insurance approved by the state the car is in.Thus you may need a new insurance company in FL. FL will want to see the car so they can copy the VIN number. You will need proof that you live in FL so look up the rules but utility bills to your FL residence and a lease or purchase agreement/deed for your home should work. You also need proof of FL ins. Just like NJ.Also title to the car.If financed no problem but but be sure to have your loan info so FL can write to your lender.
You will pay non resident income taxes to NJ if you have NJ source income. The year you move you will be a part time resident in NJ for income taxes. If you are buying file for the homestead exemption. Probably with your county property appraiser. Do this ASAP so it is done and not forgotten. It is effective the following Jan 1st.
This is an easy process, just a paperwork pain.
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