Supporters have estimated theBring Chicago Home referendumwould generate an additional $100 million in annual tax revenue. The money would go toward the city's efforts to fight homelessness. Critics have argued the proposed tax question amounts to illegal "log-rolling" - where unpopular legisla...
While the Illinois Appellate Court ruling left the door open for a potential challenge to the Bring Chicago Home tax plan if and when it becomes law, a BOMA spokesperson said they were still evaluating their next steps. How do I vote on the referendum? Voters in the Democratic and Republican...
Recently, we were at a Chicago park with our grandchildren. My husband had a newspaper folded under his arm. He sat down and put the paper on the bench beside him. A young girl walked over, looked at the newspaper, picked it up and asked, " What's this"I thought he was going to...
Corporations don't pay taxes they pass the tax cost off in higher prices to consumers, reduce the amount of dividends they pay, or both. This affects...
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One of the reasons for the high costs of homeownership in Florida is property taxes. The amount you pay can differ according to the city or even the county. If you already own a home in Florida or are looking to buy one, the homestead exemption can help you to reduce your tax burden....
FormerPresident ObamaMichelle Obamanominating convention Tuesday night in Chicago, returning to the city that launched their political careers. Nearly a decade removed from office, the Obamas remain two of the most popular Democrats in the country. ...
Obama would give them this tax break in a flash. They voted for him and it's just the sort of Chicago crony politics he's practiced for his entire political life. We can only hope that all those new Republicans we elected last fall show a bit more gumption. ...
At the peak of the mid-90’s market frenzy, over 10,000 traders worked on the floors of Chicago’s four major exchanges. Trillions of dollars’ worth of commodities were exchanged with just a flick of a wrist or motion of the hand. While an outsider...
Get a Handle on Home Energy You already know that by insulating and sealing up your house, you can save money on your heating and air-conditioning bills. But did you know those improvements can save you big tax dollars Many energy-efficient upgrades you make on your home during the 2006/...