Cook County (Chicago, for all intents and purposes), can be an expensive place to live. Some residents say that Cook County taxes are too high and are looking for reform. Continue reading Some Residents Say Cook County Taxes Are Too High
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Covering the topics of taxes, home prices, and standards of living across the United States
Taxes in Hawaii on Investment Property Heads To Voters
Not surprisingly, the price of paradise is high. Hawaii already has one of the highest costs of living in the country and is ranked one of the most difficult states to earn a living in. However, taxes in Hawaii may be getting a little higher this fall. A new proposal to tax investment property is heading to the voters. Continue reading Taxes in Hawaii on Investment Property Heads To Voters
Seattle Taxes Amazon, Other Big Businesses To Fight Homelessness
In a controversial move, the Seattle city council voted unanimously to impose a tax on large businesses. While Seattle taxes Amazon and other area heavy hitters, the city is hoping the move will generate more revenue to use towards cleaning up the city’s homeless problem. Continue reading Seattle Taxes Amazon, Other Big Businesses To Fight Homelessness
Residents Vote to Increase Indiana Property Taxes
Amid several education-related referendums, voters approved a measure to raise Indiana property taxes for the purposes of school funding. Continue reading Residents Vote to Increase Indiana Property Taxes
A New Mississippi Cigarette Tax May Be Coming Soon
Smoke ’em if you got ’em! Unless, you’re in the Magnolia state, that is. A new Mississippi cigarette tax may be on the way with an aim at helping to repair infrastructure. But either way, don’t hold your breath. Continue reading A New Mississippi Cigarette Tax May Be Coming Soon
Summer Gas Prices: Bay Area To Hit $4 Per Gallon
As the weather heats up, summer gas prices are rising with the mercury. While most states and cities can expect to see their gas prices rise, California is a special case. Continue reading Summer Gas Prices: Bay Area To Hit $4 Per Gallon
Look for South Carolina Gas Prices To Increase
It may not be the worst offender when it comes to gas, but South Carolina gas prices are on the rise. And this time it may be worse than you think. Continue reading Look for South Carolina Gas Prices To Increase
Colorado Teachers: Where’s The Weed Money?
As teachers march and protest around the country for higher salaries, Colorado teachers want to know where the revenue from marijuana sales is going. Continue reading Colorado Teachers: Where’s The Weed Money?