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fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
UK politics

'Irresponsible' to cut inheritance tax, say Soc Dems, as Sinn Fein stay silent on its call for hike

fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
UK politics

'Irresponsible' to cut inheritance tax, say Soc Dems, as Sinn Fein stay silent on its call for hike

UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
12 hours ago

More than 170,000 miss out on 800 HMRC tax rebate due to problematic' system

Hundreds of thousands of taxpayers are missing out on HMRC refunds averaging 800 due to uncashed cheques and overpayment of taxes.
#new-york-city
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Op-Ed | Revenue from Albany a common sense solution for working New Yorkers | amNewYork

New York City faces a $5.4 billion budget gap due to underbudgeting and state revenue raids.
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
US politics

Editorial | One promise Mayor Mamdani can afford to break | amNewYork

Raising taxes on the wealthy risks driving businesses and residents away; fiscal efficiency and service redesign should close New York City's budget gap.
fromFox News
1 month ago
US politics

Socialist NYC Mayor Mamdani clashes with Hochul over tax hikes as some critics warn of catastrophe

New York City's mayor's push to raise taxes on high earners faces gubernatorial opposition and could prompt property tax hikes and broader fiscal conflict.
New York City
fromStrongtowns
15 hours ago

New York City and the Myth of a Balanced Budget | Strong Towns

New York City faces a significant budget gap despite its economic success, raising questions about the nature of the financial issues at hand.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Op-Ed | Revenue from Albany a common sense solution for working New Yorkers | amNewYork

New York City faces a $5.4 billion budget gap due to underbudgeting and state revenue raids.
fromFox News
1 month ago
US politics

Socialist NYC Mayor Mamdani clashes with Hochul over tax hikes as some critics warn of catastrophe

fromIndependent
1 day ago

Paschal Donohoe eased concerns of top three corporate tax multinationals before joining World Bank

The Government is considering the possibility of enhanced tax credits for multinational companies, which include major players like Apple, Eli Lilly, and Microsoft.
European startups
fromIndependent
15 hours ago

Revenue has registered judgment mortgages against home and farmland of fuel protest leader who claimed he owed taxman no money

The collector general has secured six debt judgments against James Geoghegan in the past six-and-a-half years for a total of almost €550,000.
Boston real estate
#billionaire-tax
from48 hills
1 day ago
SF politics

Rich people are lying to seniors about the billionaire tax; does the news media care? - 48 hills

fromFortune
2 weeks ago
US Elections

Wealth taxes on billionaires and $30 minimum wages are part of the same plan, advocate says. 'They should pay their fair share' | Fortune

SF politics
from48 hills
1 day ago

Rich people are lying to seniors about the billionaire tax; does the news media care? - 48 hills

A campaign funded by billionaires misleads Californians about the impact of a proposed billionaire tax on modest retirement savings.
US Elections
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Wealth taxes on billionaires and $30 minimum wages are part of the same plan, advocate says. 'They should pay their fair share' | Fortune

Most voters support a billionaire tax, with 52% of California voters favoring a one-time 5% tax on the state's billionaires.
San Francisco
fromPadailypost
4 days ago

Opinion: How to convince voters to raise taxes? Cry wolf

Bay Area leaders are using fear tactics to push for a half-cent sales tax increase for mass transit, framing it as a citizen initiative.
fromTruthout
2 days ago

Tariff Refunds Flow to Companies as Consumers Keep Footing the Bill

"We're having to cut off projects that we really want to do," said Cox, who lives with his wife in Charleston, South Carolina.
NYC real estate
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Some taxpayers may face 180 hit after personal allowance shake-up

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
5 days ago

Opinion: Corporate Democrats Who Refuse to Tax the Rich Are Protecting Their Donors. Vote Them Out.

New leaders are needed to advocate for working people and reform New York's inequitable tax system.
US Elections
fromFast Company
4 days ago

This overlooked tax detail could make today your real deadline

Tax returns mailed to the IRS must be postmarked by April 15, with potential delays due to USPS operations.
France politics
fromwww.thelocal.fr
4 days ago

PODCAST: French tax traps to avoid and why Paris is divided in two

French tax issues, residency delays, motorway tolls, and fuel concerns are key topics discussed in the latest Talking France podcast.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
5 days ago

4 Tax Strategies for Entrepreneurs to Reduce Their Tax Bill and Increase Cash Flow

The right business structure and overlooked deductions can save entrepreneurs thousands annually.
London startup
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Want to know capitalism's endgame? Just look at private equity it has captured our everyday lives | Hettie O'Brien

Private equity is transforming nurseries in the UK, prioritizing profit over quality and accessibility in early childhood education.
#wealth-tax
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Billionaire fortunes have reached all-time highs under Trump. So has the movement to tax them

A proposed 5% wealth tax on California's billionaires aims to fund public services and education, reflecting growing support for taxing the wealthy.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Washington state's historic' millionaire tax takes aim at super-rich will it succeed?

Noel Frame has faced significant challenges in raising taxes on the ultra-wealthy in Washington despite the state's need for increased revenue.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
3 weeks ago

Tax the Rich? Oregon Voters Could Weigh In on First-of-its-Kind Wealth Tax

A proposed 2 percent wealth tax on Oregon assets above $30 million would generate $2.7 billion annually to address the state's fiscal crisis affecting schools and transportation.
fromFortune
2 months ago
France news

Before California, France tried a wealth tax. Macron repealed it after rich people fled the country instead of paying | Fortune

Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Billionaire fortunes have reached all-time highs under Trump. So has the movement to tax them

A proposed 5% wealth tax on California's billionaires aims to fund public services and education, reflecting growing support for taxing the wealthy.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Washington state's historic' millionaire tax takes aim at super-rich will it succeed?

Noel Frame has faced significant challenges in raising taxes on the ultra-wealthy in Washington despite the state's need for increased revenue.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
3 weeks ago

Tax the Rich? Oregon Voters Could Weigh In on First-of-its-Kind Wealth Tax

A proposed 2 percent wealth tax on Oregon assets above $30 million would generate $2.7 billion annually to address the state's fiscal crisis affecting schools and transportation.
fromFortune
2 months ago
France news

Before California, France tried a wealth tax. Macron repealed it after rich people fled the country instead of paying | Fortune

Healthcare
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Op-Ed | New Yorkers can't afford Albany's single-payer fantasy | amNewYork

New York lawmakers propose the New York Health Act for a single-payer system, but it risks catastrophic tax increases and financial instability.
New York City
fromQNS
5 days ago

Mamdani's push to 'tax the rich' could make sense for NYC, fiscal analysts say, despite Hochul opposition - QNS

Mayor Mamdani's proposed millionaire tax is a sound financial strategy for New York City to address budget shortfalls.
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

Labour's tax uncertainty is pushing Britain's wealthiest towards the exit

Britain's ultra-wealthy are considering leaving due to unstable fiscal policies rather than high tax rates.
#taxation
US Elections
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Wealth tax: Why are countries afraid to tax the ultrarich?

Voters support taxing the superrich to address inequality and budget issues, with various proposals for increased income and wealth taxes.
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
UK politics

'Irresponsible' to cut inheritance tax, say Soc Dems, as Sinn Fein stay silent on its call for hike

US Elections
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Wealth tax: Why are countries afraid to tax the ultrarich?

Voters support taxing the superrich to address inequality and budget issues, with various proposals for increased income and wealth taxes.
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
UK politics

'Irresponsible' to cut inheritance tax, say Soc Dems, as Sinn Fein stay silent on its call for hike

US politics
fromThe Nation
3 weeks ago

Have You Paid Your "Intuit Tax"?

Oligarchs manipulate tax preparation systems to impose private taxes, increasing costs for taxpayers and protecting their monopolies.
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

Wall Street bonuses hit record high as NY lawmakers debate raising taxes on the rich

"As budgets are being finalized both at the city and state level, caution would be appropriate. There are so many geopolitical trends that are happening that are way beyond our control."
NYC politics
Right-wing politics
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Economists agree: You're not crazy for feeling like the rich get richer, and the poor are doing worse. Welcome to the 'K-shaped economy' | Fortune

The K recovery illustrates a growing economic divide where the wealthy prosper while the poor struggle, echoing historical patterns of inequality.
Washington DC
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Washington state has no income tax. It just passed one for millionaires that could be a model for other states

Washington state will implement a 9.9% tax on income above $1 million starting January 1, 2028, potentially raising $4 billion annually for education and tax credits.
Retirement
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Is there really no tax on tips, overtime, and Social Security? Here's what to know

The new tax law offers potential benefits, but many conditions and income thresholds affect actual tax liabilities for seniors and others.
#wealth-inequality
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Yes, the rich must start paying their fair share of taxes | Bernie Sanders

The wealth gap in America has reached unprecedented levels, with the top 1% owning more than the bottom 93%.
Business
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Billionaire says US wealth inequality is 'completely unsustainable as a society' | Fortune

The top 1% of U.S. households owns 31.7% of wealth, matching the bottom 90%, creating the widest gap since 1989 while the top 10% accounts for nearly 50% of consumer spending.
US politics
fromFast Company
1 month ago

State lawmakers have introduced 100+ bills to rein in wealth hoarding

At least 19 states have introduced over 100 bills in the 2026 legislative session to address wealth inequality and rising costs of living through tax policy reforms and wealth redistribution measures.
fromFortune
2 months ago
World news

Nearly 400 millionaires and billionaires across 24 countries are demanding Davos leaders to tax them more: 'Tax us. Tax the super rich.' | Fortune

US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Yes, the rich must start paying their fair share of taxes | Bernie Sanders

The wealth gap in America has reached unprecedented levels, with the top 1% owning more than the bottom 93%.
Business
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Billionaire says US wealth inequality is 'completely unsustainable as a society' | Fortune

The top 1% of U.S. households owns 31.7% of wealth, matching the bottom 90%, creating the widest gap since 1989 while the top 10% accounts for nearly 50% of consumer spending.
US politics
fromFast Company
1 month ago

State lawmakers have introduced 100+ bills to rein in wealth hoarding

At least 19 states have introduced over 100 bills in the 2026 legislative session to address wealth inequality and rising costs of living through tax policy reforms and wealth redistribution measures.
fromFortune
2 months ago
World news

Nearly 400 millionaires and billionaires across 24 countries are demanding Davos leaders to tax them more: 'Tax us. Tax the super rich.' | Fortune

Silicon Valley
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Musk says taxing every billionaire at 100% would barely make a dent in the national debt. Bernie says tax them 5% and you're $3,000 richer | Fortune

Elon Musk and Bernie Sanders use identical federal debt mathematics to justify opposite tax positions on billionaires, with Musk opposing wealth taxes and Sanders proposing a 5% annual wealth tax generating $4.4 trillion over ten years.
SF politics
fromMission Local
2 weeks ago

We asked every S.F. politician about the 'Overpaid CEO tax' proposal. Here are their answers.

San Francisco voters will decide on a tax measure targeting wealthy corporations in June 2026, potentially reversing recent tax reforms.
UK politics
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

'Irresponsible' to cut inheritance tax, say Soc Dems, as Sinn Fein stay silent its call for hike

Reducing inheritance tax is deemed irresponsible by Social Democrats due to reliance on corporation tax receipts.
Public health
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I'm a millionaire living in Washington. I'm happy to pay more in taxes - it helps everybody.

A self-made millionaire who experienced poverty acknowledges that wealth accumulation requires more than hard work, including luck, opportunity, and systemic advantages beyond individual effort.
NYC politics
fromThe Washington Post
4 weeks ago

Opinion | Taxing New York to death

New York Mayor Mamdani's proposal to dramatically lower estate tax exemptions and raise rates to 50% would burden middle-class property owners while likely driving wealthy residents away, worsening the city's fiscal crisis.
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
3 weeks ago

HMRC interest 'double standards' branded unfair as taxpayers face higher charges than rebates

HMRC charges taxpayers 7.75% interest on late payments but pays only 2.75% on refunds, creating a structurally unfair system with no equivalent penalties for HMRC delays.
NYC politics
fromtherealdeal.com
1 month ago

The Daily Dirt: Applying tax the rich to rent stabilization

An income-tax surcharge on high-earning rent-stabilized tenants could generate revenue while incentivizing them to move to better housing, freeing apartments for those with greater need.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 weeks ago

Britons should pay as little tax as legally possible, Richard Tice says

Richard Tice defended minimizing tax payments, arguing people have no moral obligation to pay more tax than legally required and should only pay within legal limits.
NYC politics
fromDailycaller
1 month ago

Mamdani Finds New Ally In Bid To Slap New York City's Rich With Eye-Watering Taxes

New York's Democratic-controlled Assembly proposed tax increases on corporations and wealthy earners championed by socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani, contradicting Governor Hochul's no-tax-increase pledge.
NYC politics
fromNew York Daily News
1 month ago

NY state lawmakers propose boosting taxes on the rich, challenging Hochul and aligning with Mamdani

New York state lawmakers propose tax increases on wealthy individuals and corporations to provide $5 billion to New York City, aligning with Mayor Mamdani's affordability agenda while challenging Governor Hochul's opposition to personal income tax hikes.
SF politics
fromFortune
1 month ago

Nationwide voter revolt over property taxes collides with reality that every other revenue source has been slashed already | Fortune

Multiple states are pursuing property tax cuts during election years, facing resistance over impacts on local government and school funding, reminiscent of California's 1978 Proposition 13.
Philosophy
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Are you morally obligated to pay taxes?

Obeying laws and paying taxes is morally justified by civic duty, tacit consent, prevention of social harm, and benefits received from legal order.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Property tax burdens vary widely as states debate senior relief

State property tax effective rates vary widely, with Hawaii at 0.27% and New Jersey at 2.11%, producing large differences in annual homeowner bills.
Miscellaneous
fromFortune
2 months ago

Sweden abolished its wealth tax 20 years ago. Then it became a 'paradise for the super-rich' | Fortune

Sweden has shifted from an egalitarian welfare model to increasing wealth concentration, rising inequality, and a more two-tier society dominated by billionaires and unicorn startups.
#tax-policy
NYC politics
fromNew York Daily News
1 month ago

Hike NYC taxes or leave them? What 'tax the rich' misses about New York's affordability crisis

New York's affordability crisis requires economically sound policy, not reflexive taxation that risks weakening the economic engine supporting working families through reduced hiring and investment.
fromCbsnews
1 month ago
NYC politics

New York Democrats to propose income tax hike that Gov. Kathy Hochul opposes

NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Top NY Dems will back Mamdani's 'tax the rich' push in budget: report

Democratic lawmakers support Mayor Mamdani's proposal to increase taxes on New York City millionaires, signaling willingness to challenge Governor Hochul's opposition to wealthy tax hikes.
NYC politics
fromNew York Daily News
1 month ago

Hike NYC taxes or leave them? What 'tax the rich' misses about New York's affordability crisis

New York's affordability crisis requires economically sound policy, not reflexive taxation that risks weakening the economic engine supporting working families through reduced hiring and investment.
fromCbsnews
1 month ago
NYC politics

New York Democrats to propose income tax hike that Gov. Kathy Hochul opposes

NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Top NY Dems will back Mamdani's 'tax the rich' push in budget: report

Democratic lawmakers support Mayor Mamdani's proposal to increase taxes on New York City millionaires, signaling willingness to challenge Governor Hochul's opposition to wealthy tax hikes.
New York Islanders
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Mamdani Launches His First Salvos in New York's Fiscal Battle

New York faces recurring fiscal crises; a $5.4 billion projected deficit prompts threat of 9.5% property tax increase and higher taxes on millionaires and corporations.
US politics
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

Most Americans Think the Rich Don't Pay Taxes; The Numbers Tell a More Uncomfortable Story

Tax fairness is contested: sales taxes apply equally, while income taxes (progressive versus flat) provoke debate and actual tax burdens differ across wealth levels.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

High Earners Who Pay 37% to the IRS Actually Have an Easy Workaround Now | PZA

PZA provides federally tax-exempt, AMT-free municipal-bond income (about 3.9% yield) that preserves after-tax yield for high-bracket investors versus taxable bonds.
California
fromFortune
2 months ago

Billionaire Tom Steyer says he'd vote for California wealth tax | Fortune

Tom Steyer will vote for a one-time 5% wealth tax on California billionaires if it reaches the November ballot, despite concerns about its design.
fromEmptywheel
2 months ago

The Economic Myths Supporting The Existence Of Billionaires

My suggestion is to unlearn the stupid ideas about capitalism that dominate our education system and our political discourse. Replace them with something approximating reality.
New York City
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Opinion | European-scale taxation, New York-scale dysfunction

New York City's $127 billion budget has ballooned faster than growth and population, producing very high per-capita spending with middling public outcomes.
NYC politics
fromFOX 5 New York
1 month ago

Hochul stands firm against Mamdani's push to tax the rich in NYC

Governor Hochul opposes Mayor Mamdani's proposed millionaire tax increase while he threatens a 9.5% property tax hike if the state does not approve the income tax increase.
UK politics
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Fiscal drag caused by the freezing of personal allowances impacting people's finances - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Chancellor Rachel Reeves' policies raise concerns about cost of living impacts despite claims of £1,000 annual improvement, with frozen tax thresholds until 2030 potentially offsetting gains.
NYC politics
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Tax Haven, USA: Mapping the tiny tax shelters scattered across America

A New Jersey assemblyman accused someone of attempting to bribe him to kill a bill that would dissolve Teterboro, a tax haven municipality with minimal residents and businesses.
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

10 States Crushing Wallets with Sky-High Tax Burdens In 2026

When it comes to tax season, it's always an annual reminder that where you live does determine how much of your paycheck actually stays in your pocket. While federal taxes apply equally across state lines, state and local taxes can vary, often dramatically, and for residents of the highest-taxed states, the difference can amount to thousands of dollars every year.
US politics
UK politics
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Reeves must scrap pension tax grab now - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Chancellor Reeves' proposed £2,000 annual cap on national insurance relief for pension contributions via salary sacrifice risks discouraging retirement savings and reducing individual pension pots by tens of thousands over time.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I'm a millionaire living in California. I'm happy to pay higher taxes since I have more wealth - it just makes sense.

I never thought I'd live in California. I grew up in Colorado, went to college in Boston, and lived in Texas. I came out here for business school because I wanted to be at Stanford, and because you could play golf during the winter. Now I love it here. It has nothing to do with taxes; taxes have never been anywhere on our list of criteria for deciding where to live. I want to live where my family is and love the weather, the jobs,
US politics
US politics
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Letters: 'Tax the rich' scheme won't fix broken health system

Taxing the rich will not fix a broken health system; structural reforms targeting cost drivers, regulation, administrative complexity, and distorted incentives are required.
US politics
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

In the U.S., Who Deserves Financial Stability?

Cultural defaults like individualism and the American Dream shape attitudes toward social welfare and can help or hinder changemakers seeking equitable policy solutions.
NYC politics
from710 WOR
1 month ago

22 NYC Council Members Push To Tax Millionaires | 710 WOR

Twenty-two NYC Council members urge state lawmakers to pass the Fair Share Act, enabling a 2% income tax on residents earning over $1 million to address the city's $5.4 billion budget deficit.
US politics
fromPortland Mercury
1 month ago

Oregon Democrats Want to Nix Trump's Tax Cuts From State Code

Oregon lost $888 million from federal H.R. 1 tax changes; progressives seek to restore $311 million by repealing three replicated federal tax breaks.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Scottish budget: SNP government cuts taxes for lowest earners

Scottish government raised income-tax thresholds modestly, cutting taxes mainly for low earners while using reserves, spending cuts, and borrowing to fund election pledges.
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

Social Security Taxes Are About to Slam Higher Earners in 2026

You're required to pay 12.4% of your income into Social Security up until a certain point. If you're a salaried worker, though, you get to split that bill with your employee, leaving you to pay 6.2% of your income into Social Security while the company you work for pays the other 6.2%. This year, the wage cap for Social Security is higher than it was in 2025. Let's review what that means and who it's apt to hurt the most.
US politics
US politics
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Who Gained the Most During Trump's First Year? Billionaires and Corporations.

Major industries and billionaire leaders profited from Trump's first year through deregulation, political donations, and policies favoring Wall Street, Big Tech, Big Oil and crypto.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

California mulls a billionaire tax, revealing a deeply divided state

A proposed California one-time 5% billionaire tax aims to replace federal Medicaid funding lost to the OBBBA by preserving Medi-Cal services for vulnerable patients.
US politics
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

2026's Tax Per Capita Shockers: 4 States Where You'll Pay Nearly Double the National Average

High and uneven state and local taxes, combined with large taxpayer fraud losses, worsen affordability despite federal tax relief measures.
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