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Law
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Dave Ramsey Tells Tutor With $24,000 IRS Debt to Pay the Government First in Her $94,000 Debt Snowball

Prioritize IRS debt over other debts due to its unique enforcement powers and penalties.
#social-security
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
7 hours ago

These 5 Trump Administration Changes are Hurting Social Security Retirees

The Trump Administration made changes to Social Security that negatively impact retirees despite pledging not to cut benefits.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

3 Ways To Avoid Paying Taxes On Your Social Security Benefits

Social Security benefits may be taxed based on combined income, with low thresholds that haven't adjusted for inflation.
Higher education
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

Student Loan Garnishment of Social Security Is Still Looming. Here Is Where Things Stand Now.

Social Security garnishments for federal student loan defaults are paused until a new repayment plan launches in July 2026.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

64% of Americans are Making a Fundamental Mistake on Social Security

Social Security's trust fund may run dry by 2032, but benefits will still be paid from ongoing revenue, covering about 75% of promised benefits.
Washington DC
fromTruthout
3 hours ago

Trump Budget Boosts War Spending While Slashing Domestic Programs

The Trump administration's fiscal 2027 budget requests a 43% increase in defense spending and a 10% decrease in non-defense funding.
fromInvestigative Post
1 day ago

Investigative Post event on reforming Buffalo and NY government.

John Kaehny has written and successfully lobbied for the passage of state and New York City laws related to government transparency and accountability, including the first open data law in the world in 2012.
NYC politics
#new-york-city
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 week 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.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Op-ed | A responsible path forward for New York City's budget | amNewYork

New York City's budget process is a complex negotiation that impacts community investment and addresses fiscal challenges.
New York City
fromNew York Daily News
3 days ago

NYC Council budget plan averts Mamdani property tax hike, avoids tapping reserves

The City Council plans to close New York's budget gap without tax hikes or using reserves, proposing alternative funding sources instead.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 week 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.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 days ago

Hochul in talks to make fat pork union deal that could lower retirement age for teachers to 55 - at staggering cost to taxpayers

Gov. Kathy Hochul is considering a $1.5 billion deal to lower retirement age for public workers from 62 to 55, impacting taxpayers significantly.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago

Oakland made a big financial mistake failing to collect business taxes, audit finds

Oakland failed to collect owed business taxes, exacerbating financial crises and limiting revenue needed for essential services.
Healthcare
fromwww.amny.com
1 day 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.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Boston faces budget deficit of nearly $50 million

Boston faces a $48.4 million budget deficit due to external cost pressures, prompting spending freezes and hiring delays.
#new-york-city-council
US politics
fromThe Lever
3 days ago

The Quiet Fortune Of NYC's Top Anti-Tax Democrat

A New York City Council speaker opposes tax increases while concealing her family's multimillion-dollar wealth through disclosure loopholes.
New York City
fromNBC New York
2 days ago

City Council adds free transit proposal to its preliminary budget response

City Council proposes an alternative budget to address a $6 billion shortfall without raising taxes or cutting essential services.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

The US Government Could End The Federal Gas Tax

The tax provides more than $23 billion per year in revenue for federal highway and public transit programs. The federal gas tax has been in place, in one way or another, since 1919 and was last raised in 1993.
Alternative transportation
Humor
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Don't Write 'April Fools' On Your Tax Return Or Try A Trump-Protest Stunt Because The IRS Won't Be Laughing - Above the Law

Filing incorrect tax returns as a protest is illegal and can lead to serious consequences.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days 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%.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
4 days ago

Why Does Ottawa Keep Funding Fake Canadian Companies? | The Walrus

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency fines stores for misleadingly labeling imported products as 'Canadian' to protect consumer trust.
#san-francisco
San Francisco
fromMission Local
3 days ago

S.F. on track to shrink deficit by $300M, city controller says

San Francisco's projected budget deficit has decreased from $936 million to $643 million, but significant cuts and challenges remain ahead.
SF politics
from48 hills
2 days ago

SF budget picture improves as mayor tries to cut the tax that is part of the recovery - 48 hills

San Francisco's financial outlook is improving, driven by increased tax revenues, particularly from high-end real estate transactions.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
3 days ago

S.F. on track to shrink deficit by $300M, city controller says

San Francisco's projected budget deficit has decreased from $936 million to $643 million, but significant cuts and challenges remain ahead.
SF politics
from48 hills
2 days ago

SF budget picture improves as mayor tries to cut the tax that is part of the recovery - 48 hills

San Francisco's financial outlook is improving, driven by increased tax revenues, particularly from high-end real estate transactions.
fromCalifornia Post
4 days ago

Lefty SF Supervisor had been absent for several weeks before her leave of absence was made public

"She wants to regain stable health so she can thoughtfully and responsibly consider her options," her office told ABC7 Eyewitness News in a statement announcing her leave of absence and addressing the condition of her mental health.
Mission District
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

Homeowner Assistance Fund backstopped vulnerable borrowers

The insights from this report help us think about potential gaps in the loss mitigation waterfall and the types of homeowners who may benefit from targeted support when they experience a crisis.
SF real estate
California
fromStreetsblog
4 days ago

No Kings Rallies Throughout California - Streetsblog California

Record attendance of 8 million at No Kings rallies across the U.S., with significant participation in California's major cities.
fromAllthingssmitty
5 days ago

You probably don't need to lift state - Matt Smith

Keep state as close as possible to where it's actually used. Lift it when multiple components need it or you need to coordinate behavior between components.
React
Washington DC
fromNextgov.com
23 hours ago

Civilian agencies face 10% cuts in Trump's 2027 budget

President Trump proposed a $2.2 trillion fiscal 2027 budget with increased defense spending and cuts to non-defense agencies.
#corruption
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
1 day ago

Councilmember Investigated Over Possible Bribes In Shelter Contracting, And What Else Happened This Week in Housing

Councilmember Farah Louis is under federal investigation for allegedly steering shelter contracts in exchange for benefits.
fromSFGATE
3 days ago
Non-profit organizations

Former executive director of San Francisco city department arrested

NYC politics
fromCity Limits
1 day ago

Councilmember Investigated Over Possible Bribes In Shelter Contracting, And What Else Happened This Week in Housing

Councilmember Farah Louis is under federal investigation for allegedly steering shelter contracts in exchange for benefits.
fromSFGATE
3 days ago
Non-profit organizations

Former executive director of San Francisco city department arrested

EU data protection
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 week ago

UK government lacks ambition to fight tax fraud, says PAC | Computer Weekly

The UK's PAC criticizes the government for failing to modernize technology to combat tax fraud and error, costing taxpayers billions annually.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Equity advocate turned defendant: Former head of S.F. human rights commission accused of corruption

Sheryl Davis is accused of steering millions of dollars to Collective Impact, a San Francisco-based nonprofit she previously ran as executive director, according to a criminal complaint filed Monday by the San Francisco District Attorney's Office.
Non-profit organizations
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Oversight Dems Calls for Bondi to Testify Before Congress

Pam Bondi is called to testify before Congress regarding her handling of the Epstein files after being ousted as attorney general.
#wealth-tax
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Global super-rich may have hidden $3.55tn from tax officials, says Oxfam

$3.55 trillion of global wealth is hidden from tax authorities, primarily owned by the richest 0.1% of households.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days 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.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Global super-rich may have hidden $3.55tn from tax officials, says Oxfam

$3.55 trillion of global wealth is hidden from tax authorities, primarily owned by the richest 0.1% of households.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days 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.
US Elections
fromFortune
4 days 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.
fromFortune
1 week ago

Americans spend $146 billion and 11.6 billion hours doing their taxes, and most of it is just filling out paperwork | Fortune

These figures reflect what we see every day. Compliance isn't difficult because people are careless—it's difficult because it's fragmented, deadline-driven, and overwhelmingly manual.
Deliverability
NYC parents
fromNextgov.com
4 days ago

IRS' move away from paper checks has delayed tax refunds for nearly 1.5 million Americans

Over one million taxpayers face delays in refunds as IRS phases out paper checks in favor of direct deposit.
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

Want government records? This California lawmaker wants you to pay more for them

This bill is intended to address a narrow set of high-cost, resource-intensive requests that can delay agencies' ability to respond to other records requests. The goal is to ensure that agencies can continue to respond to all requests in a timely manner.
California
SF politics
fromFortune
4 days ago

Congress is violating the Constitution-and a $39 trillion debt is the proof | Fortune

Most Americans and many Members of Congress lack knowledge of the U.S. Constitution, leading to significant fiscal consequences.
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Mamdani fires back at Menin over City Council's budget response, charges it ignores bigger financial problems | amNewYork

Mamdani stated that the City Council's budget strategy effectively ensures this structural deficit will continue indefinitely, impacting vital city services and failing to solve deep financial problems.
New York City
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Would a Massachusetts income tax cut actually help you? Here's what to know.

A proposed ballot measure would reduce Massachusetts income tax from 5% to 4%, saving the median household $1,250 annually but costing the state approximately $5.1 billion in revenue.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Editorial | The billion-dollar problem that is CityFHEPS, and how to solve it in the NYC budget | amNewYork

CityFHEPS expenses surged from $176 million to $834 million, with projected costs reaching $1.2 billion in fiscal year 2025.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
4 days ago

Candidate defends party registration

Jim Irizarry claims he mistakenly registered with a far-right party, while opponent David Canepa argues it was intentional and questions Irizarry's qualifications.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

The IRS Is in Trouble

The IRS, weakened by budget cuts and staff reductions from over 100,000 to 81,000 employees, faces significant challenges in collecting taxes and processing returns for the 2026 filing season.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Union workers, Council members urge Mamdani to fully fund city's labor watchdog agency as budget deficit fears grow | amNewYork

Union workers rallied for full funding of the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection amid proposed budget cuts by Mayor Mamdani.
California
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 weeks ago

Cupertino to poll residents on potential tax increase - San Jose Spotlight

Cupertino officials are polling residents on raising the utility users tax from 2.4% to 4.8% to address budget pressures, including increased sheriff services costs.
Public health
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks 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.
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
2 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.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
3 weeks ago

Oakland orders school district to pay past election costs

Oakland Unified School District settled a lawsuit and agreed to pay approximately $860,000 to Oakland for the 2022 school board election costs, with additional costs for the 2023 election to be billed by Alameda County.
Retirement
fromMoneyLion
2 weeks ago

Tax Questions Middle-Class Americans Should Ask

Middle-class Americans should actively review income changes, withholding amounts, and pre-tax contributions annually to avoid missed deductions, unexpected tax bills, and lost refunds.
New York City
fromFOX 5 New York
1 week ago

NYC Council launches public dashboards for budget expenses, projected revenue

The city council launched public budget dashboards to enhance transparency in budget expenses and revenue expectations.
#nyc-budget
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
New York City

NYC BUDGET: City Hall approves first round of savings after Mamdani told agencies to tighten belts | amNewYork

fromForbes
1 month ago
NYC politics

'Trying To Tax Us Into Oblivion': Top NYC Republican Hammers Mamdani's Preliminary Budget

New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

NYC BUDGET: City Hall approves first round of savings after Mamdani told agencies to tighten belts | amNewYork

Mayor Zohran Mamdani's administration identified over $1.7 billion in savings to address NYC's budget gap through various efficiency measures.
fromForbes
1 month ago
NYC politics

'Trying To Tax Us Into Oblivion': Top NYC Republican Hammers Mamdani's Preliminary Budget

SF politics
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

America's $38 trillion debt crisis is already here. The reckoning comes next | Fortune

Despite strong economic indicators, the U.S. faces a critical fiscal crisis with national debt projected to reach 120% of GDP within a decade, requiring urgent bipartisan reform before gradual decline becomes sudden collapse.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Eliminating a corporate tax break is pitched as a way to make up for federal healthcare cuts

California lawmakers propose repealing a tax break allowing multinational corporations to exclude foreign subsidiary income from state taxation, potentially generating billions in annual revenue.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

Filing Your Taxes? Here's The Truth About Changes to Social Security Tax Changes

Social Security benefit taxation rules remain unchanged despite claims of tax relief; provisional income thresholds still determine taxability of benefits in 2026.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Editorial | NYC spends too much money. It's time to get things under control. | amNewYork

New York City faces a $7.3 billion budget deficit over two fiscal years due to chronic overspending relative to revenue, with structural imbalances threatening municipal bond ratings.
NYC politics
fromHoodline
3 weeks ago

NYC Council Pushes Ahead With Pay Raise Plan

New York City Council is advancing a pay increase package for elected officials during a budget crisis, bypassing the standard quadrennial commission review process.
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.
Philosophy
fromFast Company
1 month 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.
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.
#fiscal-emergency
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Revenue told Government not to tell public about lucrative tax loophole

A tax loophole enabling wealthy individuals to transfer valuable life assurance policies tax-free was quietly closed during last year's budget.
Business
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Shammas Tax: Fairness, Simplicity, and a Human Touch

Shammas Tax simplifies taxes and budgeting for local small business owners and families, providing clear, fair, and compassionate financial guidance.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Treasury cancels Booz Allen contracts over leaks about wealthy taxpayers

Treasury canceled 31 Booz Allen contracts totaling $21 million after a contractor leaked confidential IRS taxpayer data exposing wealthy taxpayers' tax-minimization strategies.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Op-Ed | A strong anti-fraud agenda will support a more affordable New York amNewYork

Insurance fraud in New York is rapidly increasing, becoming more elaborate and raising insurance costs for legitimate residents.
US politics
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

Senators demand to know the IRS' path forward following the end of Direct File

Senators Warren and King are investigating the Trump administration's ending of IRS Direct File and the return to Free File reliance on private tax-prep companies.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

County council facing 'effective bankruptcy'

"If we don't get what we need [in terms of extra government help] then a Section 114 Notice will come in, which is effective bankruptcy. We'd then get administrators come in, in effect - they'd then make a plan for where the money gets spent in Worcestershire. It would be a catastrophe. We're going to have to halt projects that were put into the budget by the previous administration, things that maybe were 'nice to have', but we can't afford them."
UK politics
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.
#council-tax
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.
US politics
fromPortland Mercury
2 months ago

Councilors Want City to Move Faster on Enforcement of New Detention Center Fee

Portland councilors demand swift enforcement of a new code banning chemical emissions from detention facilities and investigations into tear gas deployments at the ICE site.
UK politics
fromTheregister
1 month ago

The UK government isn't spending much taxpayer cash on X

Most UK government departments ceased paid spending on X since July 2024, while the Department for Education spent £27,118.
California
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Poll shows a Cubberley tax would fail at the polls

Palo Alto plans a two-theater, 40,000-square-foot performing arts center at Cubberley, but current polling shows insufficient voter support for parcel or sales tax funding.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Reform UK's Kent council faces extreme risk' after passing first budget

Reform UK-led Kent council raised council tax 3.99%, leaving reserves low and exposing the authority to £411m of immediate financial risk.
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
California
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Increased policing costs may tip Saratoga into a budget deficit

Saratoga faces a potential budget shortfall after the Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office proposed a 33% ($2.9 million) increase to its public safety contract.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Will eliminating fraud clear the US national deficit as Trump claims?

US president says massive' fraud has caused budget imbalance, but calculations do not support this. United States President Donald Trump has claimed that unearthing and ending fraud nationwide would eliminate the country's deficit. In particular, Trump has highlighted alleged public services fraud by Somalis in Minnesota and also said there is fraud in many other places. If we stop this fraud, this massive fraud, we're going to have a balanced budget, Trump said on Tuesday during a speech at the Detroit Economic Club.
US politics
UK politics
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Tens of thousands of carers left facing Revenue tax bills going back years

34,000 family carers will receive letters declaring Carer's Allowance and Carer's Benefit taxable, triggering retrospective tax bills for many.
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