Taxes
Bill would nearly double property tax credit for Delaware residents 65 and over
The rebate was cut from $500 to $400 five years ago when state revenues were lagging. Now, with the treasury flush, a bill would increase it to $750.
3 years ago
The economy is strong, but inflation drags on
Philadelphia Fed President Patrick Harker and Moody's Analytics' Mark Zandi discuss inflation and why many measures of the American economy are looking bright.
Air Date: February 16, 2022 10:00 am
Listen 49:00What to watch for in Wolf’s budget proposal
The details of Wolf’s budget plan for the 2022-23 fiscal year starting July 1 remain under wraps, but he has made it plain that public school funding is his top priority.
3 years ago
Two proposals to relieve property tax burden moving through N.J. Legislature
Some New Jersey lawmakers are putting forward two proposals to address the state’s high property taxes. Here’s what those bills would do.
3 years ago
Philly’s soda tax is under fire again. Who wants to see it end, and who still thinks it’s a win?
Mayor Kenney’s signature program has funded rec centers and pre-K. A new report raises questions about where the money goes.
3 years ago
Philly Councilmember David Oh introduces bill to repeal city’s sugary beverage tax
If City Council passes the bill and it becomes law, the Philadelphia Beverage Tax would disappear on July 1, the first day of the city’s next fiscal year.
3 years ago
Taxpayers face overloaded IRS as filing season opens Monday
“The IRS right now has unacceptable backlogs and the customer service that people are receiving is not what the American public deserves.”
3 years ago
New York AG says Trump’s company misled banks, tax officials
New evidence shows that Trump’s company used “fraudulent or misleading” valuations of its golf clubs, skyscrapers, and other property to get loans and tax benefits.
3 years ago
City officials are trying to reach at least 10,000 city families who officials believe have missed out on all payments.
3 years ago
Murphy sworn in for second term with a goal to cut property taxes
After narrowly winning reelection on a progressive platform, Murphy is focusing his second term on dealing with a perennial problem in New Jersey: high property taxes.
3 years ago
Controversial tax breaks for AC casinos pass in N.J. Legislature
The bill would reduce how much AC casinos will pay in lieu of taxes to the local governments and school system next year.
3 years ago
What N.J. ‘s newly signed child care tax credit law means for families
New Jersey families making up to $150,000 will be eligible for child care tax credits when they file their 2021 taxes next year.
3 years ago
A new poll says taxes are the top issue of concern for N.J. residents
The Garden State leads the nation in property tax burden, with homeowners paying an average of more than $9,000 in 2020.
3 years ago
From day care to avoiding debt: Child tax credits quietly underwrite family expenses
The monthly cash has helped parents cover basics such as child care costs and plan for the future. Will the program be extended in D.C.?
3 years ago
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