5 min

State and Local Tax Collections in 2024

Despite what people thought at first, the years of the pandemic were good for state and local tax collections. The big jumps in 2021 and 2022 haven't carried over into 2023, but most states' earnings are still strong and well above levels before the pandemic, even when inflation is taken into account.

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John William

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9 min

Questions About Tax Cuts, Tariffs, and Reconciliation After the Election

The clear election victory for Republicans means they will retake the White House, Senate, and (by a slim margin) the House next year, putting them in the driver’s seat to determine the direction of tax reform. Republicans are likely to use a process called budget reconciliation, which allows for budget legislation to be passed out of the House and Senate via a simple majority.

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John William

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7 min

How Will Trump’s Universal and China Tariffs Impact the Economy?

President-elect Trump has promised to impose steep new taxes on trade, including a 10-20 percent tariff on all imports, at least a 60 percent tariff on Chinese imports, and a 25-100 percent tariff on Mexican imports. At least a dozen estimates on Trump’s proposed tariffs show they will have a harmful effect on the American economy, supporting the standard view among economists that tariffs reduce trade and distort production, leading to lower standards of living.

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John William

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4 min

Alabama Expands Tax-Free Overtime Eligibility, but Should Repeal Entire Exemption

Before President-elect Donald Trump proposed it at the federal level, Alabama passed a law exempting overtime wages from taxes back in November 2023. Act 2023-421 (H.B. 217) excluded any amounts received by a full-time, hourly wage employee as compensation for work performed above 40 hours a week from state income taxes, starting January 1, 2024.

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John William

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7 min

Is Taxing the Rich Really ‘Socialism’?

Oddly enough, that’s basically the end of the debunking right there. Reich goes on to list a number of grievances, but never really gets around to explaining how he defines socialism or why taxing the rich doesn’t fall in that category.

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John William

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7 min

The Impact of President Trump’s 2025 Import Tariff Policy on Global Financial Markets: A Financial Expert’s Perspective

This analysis explores the multifaceted impact of these policies on global financial markets, focusing on market volatility, investor sentiment, currency fluctuations, and sectoral disruptions, tailored for an American audience seeking to understand the economic ramifications.

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John William

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7 min

US Tax Guide for Non-U.S. Citizen: What You Need to Know

This guide breaks down the key tax concepts, obligations, and tips for non-US citizens in a clear and straightforward manner.

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John William

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10 min

U.S. Taxes 2025: What Americans Really Care About

Let’s unpack what matters most to Americans when it comes to taxes—clearly and simply.

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John William

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