In the November 5 election, Mill Valley residents will be asked to increase their sales tax by another percentage point. Measure L would increase the 8.25% tax rate to support city services, facility maintenance and public safety. The measure was supported by the Mill Valley Chamber of Commerce, the Marin Association of Realtors and the […]
The shortsightedness of the South Dakota Legislature is now coming back to haunt us. In the 2023 legislative session, lawmakers decided to temporarily reduce the state sales tax from 4.5% to 4.2% by 2027, assuming the state budget could absorb the estimated $100 million in annual revenue losses. They did so while opposing Governor Kristi […]
In Ohio, for the first time this year, consumption in restaurants was also included in the expanded sales tax exemption. This means that parents – that is, everyone – can treat themselves to a tax-free meal in addition to clothing and school supplies for the start of school. But did the sales tax-free period from […]
In 2006, Denver voters approved the city’s first special sales tax, supporting the creation of the Denver Preschool Program by the narrowest of margins, just 1,815 votes, or a fraction of a percent. But nearly 20 years later, special taxes that set aside a portion of the city’s total tax for a specific purpose are […]
Earlier this year, the City of Indio introduced its local rewards program called Open Rewards. The initiative is designed to encourage Indio residents to support local businesses by offering 5% cash back on purchases within the city. The program provides residents with the convenience of earning cash rewards by shopping at local businesses in Indio. […]
How to save money during Ohio’s sales tax holiday Ohio’s tax-free holiday is no longer just a weekend. Now almost any sale can be tax-free for 10 days. Here’s when it starts. Ohio’s sales tax holiday has begun. Ohioans get more for their money during this time and can take advantage of tax exemptions on […]
