Category Archives: property taxes

Capping Itemized Deductions and the Housing Market

“Capping Itemized Deductions and the Housing Market” It’s the silly season all over our country.  Politicians hoping to capture our vote with as little useful policy information as possible.  A local DJ suggested a drinking game for debate watchers.  Everytime a candidate mentioned the middle class, you … Continue reading

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The Myth About Obamacare and Conveyance Taxes

“The Myth About Obamacare and Conveyance Taxes” The other day while perusing my Facebook timeline, I came across a comment stream about the tax implications of Obamacare on the purchase and sale of real estate.  You’ve seen the emails, you’ve … Continue reading

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What Can Connecticut Do to Help Its Housing Market?

“What Can Connecticut Do to Help Its Housing Market?” Statistics show that although prices around the country are starting to firm up, prices in New England are still falling.  A recent CNBC poll ranked Connecticut 43 out of 50 states … Continue reading

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Property Taxes vs Blight

“Property Taxes vs Blight – a Lesson in Counterproductivity” California just signed into effect a new Blight law, giving homeowners a chance to fix code violations before local agencies move in to enforce the code.  For a long time now I’ve … Continue reading

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