Welcome to my sixth in a series on state taxes! For information about what I’m trying to do, read my introductory bit. Next on the
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Buy Fresh, Buy Local, Pay Tax
Yesterday, the Lowe’s sale paper arrived at our house. The pictures of healthy plants on the front page convinced me to rush out and buy
Read MorePhiladelphia Struggles With Revenue Woes
Philadelphia has joined a long list of US cities grappling with budget woes in the midst of falling revenues and increased expenditures. This week, things
Read MoreFargo Votes On Flood Control Tax
The mayor of Fargo, ND, has announced a special election, set for June 30, to vote on a tax which will fund permanent flood control
Read MoreState Tax Primer From A To W: California
Welcome to my fifth in a series on state taxes! For information about what I’m trying to do, read my introductory bit. Next on the
Read MoreMissouri Goes Green For Earth Day
In celebration of Earth Day, the state of Missouri is offering a sales tax holiday this week on all “Energy Star” rated appliances. The “Show
Read MoreNJ Offers Tax Amnesty Program
New Jersey wants your money. And they’re willing to waive a few penalties and interest to get it. The Division of Taxation a new tax
Read MoreTen States Looking To Raise Taxes: Do You Live In One?
With revenues plummeting and federal aid in short supply, many states are scrambling to fill holes in their budgets. The easiest way to do it?
Read MoreNC Makes April News (And It Doesn’t Involve The Tarheels)
North Carolina is running out of cash. Of course, they’re not the first state to report economic woes: California has been making news for months
Read MoreNevada Prostitutes Support Sex Tax
Nevada legislators got an earful (and an eyeful) on Tuesday during a hearing about whether to tax prostitutes. The tax would be $5 per sex
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