Tag: taxes
Haven’t filed taxes yet? Don’t panic. Here’s what to know
Experts recommend pulling together all of the documents you need and then giving yourself a chunk of time to sit down and get it done.
12 months ago
Pa. city manager steals thousands of taxpayer dollars unsupervised
Herm Suplizio, manager for the city of DuBois Pa, has been arrested for stealing more than $600,000 from public accounts over which he had signatory control.
12 months ago
New IRS leader promises faster, easier tax filing process
“This is our moment in history to transform the IRS,” said Daniel Werfel, who was ceremoniously sworn into his new role at the IRS headquarters, Tuesday.
12 months ago
Limerick Township proposes tax increase to preserve land amid rise in development
On the November ballot, Limerick Township residents will decide if they want to pay more earned income tax used to preserve open space, which could slow down development.
1 year ago
Impact of inflation starting to show in Philly revenue report
Economic signs show the start of inflation’s impact on city revenue sources, including sales tax and beverage tax.
1 year ago
Philly’s new property tax assessments: How to challenge your new valuation
The average residential assessment is rising by 31% and a large number of challenges are expected. Plus, here are some programs to offset the burden.
2 years ago
With property values up 21%, Kenney proposes relief for growing real estate taxes
As anyone currently in the market for a house can tell you, property values in Philadelphia are soaring — and soon, home owners will know exactly how much.
2 years ago
City Council members call for wealth tax in Philadelphia
City Councilmembers Kendra Brooks and Jamie Gauthier, Senator Elizabeth Warren, and local union leaders joined a virtual gathering on Tuesday in support of the bill.
2 years ago
Biden budget seeks minimum tax on households worth $100m
In his proposal expected Monday, the lower deficits also reflect the economy's resurgence as the United States emerges from the pandemic.
2 years ago
Bill would nearly double property tax credit for Delaware residents 65 and over
The rebate was cut from $500 to $400 five years ago when state revenues were lagging. Now, with the treasury flush, a bill would increase it to $750.
2 years ago
N.J. leaders agree affordability is a top priority, but limited consensus on how to get there
While there’s some consensus among Democrats and Republicans on what can be done to lower taxes in N.J., leaders have yet to offer a clear plan to do so.
2 years ago
What N.J. ‘s newly signed child care tax credit law means for families
New Jersey families making up to $150,000 will be eligible for child care tax credits when they file their 2021 taxes next year.
2 years ago
A new poll says taxes are the top issue of concern for N.J. residents
The Garden State leads the nation in property tax burden, with homeowners paying an average of more than $9,000 in 2020.
2 years ago
As Tax Day approaches, outreach to Philly families eligible for child tax credits ramps up
If everyone who is eligible to receive the child tax credits did, Philly could reduce child poverty by one third.
3 years ago
Even with pretax profits, many big companies pay zero U.S. tax
The 55 companies named in the report issued Friday cross many industries, from agriculture to high tech, and they include such big names as Nike and Duke Energy.
3 years ago