DMV Scams, Property Taxes & Transparency in the County | Dariel Fernandez

Miami-Dade County Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez joins us to break down what the office actually does—and why it matters. From property taxes to DMV appointments, he explains how his team is modernizing local government to make life easier for residents.We also discuss scams targeting drivers, new kiosks inside Publix stores, and how early payment discounts can save you money. Whether you’re a homeowner, driver, or business owner, this episode is full of insights on how Miami-Dade is improving efficiency and transparency.Manny Alfonso:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mannyalfonso8/Kiko Suarez:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/querikoconkiko/Eduardo Moya:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_moya/Follow Us! - A Day in Miami:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adayinmiami/Listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/20WEys6jxiliBCLoo9iSID________________________Produced by: Ben SchwedeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/benthecreatorrr/0:00 Intro1:08 What Does Tax Collector Office Do?9:13 Changes to DMV11:54 Selling DMV Appointments Scam17:27 DMV Kiosks in Publix20:40 Property Tax Issue27:00 County Budget 34:06 The IGO Program and Mobile Tax Collector Offices36:24 Taxes Going to Cuban Government42:32 Handicapped Parking Situation46:19 Discounts for Paying Property Taxes Early47:30 Serving the Community51:01 Brandsmart Wishlist53:11 Tax Collector Office Event56:48 Top 3 Restaurants58:33 Outro