Why Colorado lawmakers are holding another special session on property taxes
The Colorado State Legislature is meeting this week for a special session on property taxes – for the second time in a year. Given the twists and turns in the state’s property tax debate, it’s easy to get confused as…
Trussville residents vote against property tax increase, mayor discusses what to do next
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) – Mayor Buddy Choat believes timing played a role in more than 3,000 neighbors voting against a $12.9-mill tax increase the city was planning to use for three $90 million projects in the Trussville City School System….
Deadline approaches for collecting state tax refunds before they become unclaimed property
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) – Time is running out for some Louisiana taxpayers. Residents have until Sept. 6 to claim millions of dollars in state tax refunds before they become unclaimed property. The Louisiana Department of Revenue (LDR) sent Reference…
Monroe County will announce the highest possible income tax increase
When citizens speak up and complain about the Monroe County Council’s proposed income tax increase for a new prison, elected officials will listen. The promise was made during a meeting Tuesday night, where the council voted 6-1 to enact a…
Steube is co-sponsoring a Republican bill to abolish the IRS direct tax filing program
A budding Internal Revenue Service (IRS) program that would allow Americans to file their taxes directly with the federal government is facing opposition from Republicans in Congress, including Rep. Greg Steube of Sarasota. Steube co-sponsored the IRS Overreach Prevention Act,…
Kamala Harris proposes $5 trillion in new taxes
Editor’s note: This is a lightly edited transcript of the accompanying video by Professor Peter St. Onge. Kamala Harris’ economic plan is taking shape and starts with five trillion dollars in new taxes – because Washington clearly lacks money to…
Industrial boom in North Las Vegas leads to new tax base, bigger budget and higher population
NORTH LAS VEGAS, Nevada (FOX5) – North Las Vegas city leaders are making a bold claim that they are leading the way in diversifying Southern Nevada’s economy. The city is competing nationally to attract large companies – and it’s working….
Stinson Beach voters consider property tax for fire department
The challenge of funding a small fire department serving a popular vacation destination has led to a property tax proposal that Stinson Beach voters will be asked to consider when they vote on Nov. 5. The Stinson Beach Fire Protection…
Tax Strategies for Summer Daycare, Jobs and Vacation Rentals
Summer always comes to an end, but financial advisors, tax professionals and their clients can fondly remember the fun in the sun and big savings on the next tax day. Day camp for children under 13 yearsa summer job for…
Oregon economists predict nearly $1 billion in 2026
5 Things You Should Know About Oregon’s Kicker Refund What is a “kicker” and how does it affect you? Oregon economists estimate taxpayers could be entitled to nearly $1 billion more in 2026 – an increase from the previous forecast…
