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Welcome to Tampa Bay!  We hope this page as well as the rest of this website will start you on your way to making a wonderful life for your family in our beautiful state. Find information regarding vehicle registration, schools, real estate, libraries, recreation centers and more for Pasco, Hillsborough, and Pinellas counties – everything you need to get you settled into your new home. 

Find  a New Home

Moving can be a stressful time for everyone.  Don't let your kids get "lost" in the moving process...use a family-friendly realtor.  A special thanks the following businesses for their support of the Tampa Bay Kids Net Newcomers Guide:

The Edward's Associates 
Alison Edward's, Realtor
813-404-3554

alison@floridahomefind.com

Coldwell Banker

Beth Copenhaver, Realtor

800-755-2895

bethcop@coldwellbanker.com

Find Schools in the area

A child must have his or her 5th birthday before September 1st order to enter kindergarten.   In order to enter 1st grade, a child must turn 6 by September 1st and have attended kindergarten.

Find Library and Recreation Resources

The Tampa Bay area has many wonderful community resources which offer a variety of programs and activities for our families.  Getting involved in sports and other activities is a great way for kids to "connect" with a new community.

Registering Your Vehicle
In the State of Florida, a motor vehicle is required by law to be registered within ten days of the owner either becoming employed, placing children in public school, or establishing residency.  Bring your title, registration and proof of insurance to the tag office in your area:

Hillsborough County Tax Collector (Tag Office)
Pinellas County Tax Collector

Pasco County Tax Collector

Local Chambers of Commerce

Contact a Local Chamber of Commerce to receive information on the the area you are interested in.

Find more information on Pasco County at Pascofla.com