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Dover leaders propose fee on tax-exempt properties; legality unclear

Spotlight Delaware

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July 13, 2026

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Dover City Councilmen Roy Sudler and Brian Lewis proposed at a committee meeting last week that the city levy an impact fee of 1-per-square-foot of building space on tax-exempt properties larger than 50,000 square feet in the city. The post Dover leaders propose fee on tax-exempt properties; legality unclear appeared first on Spotlight Delaware.

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Spotlight Delaware

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· Jun 30, 2026

Last minute property tax proposal raises questions ahead of final legislative day

A late-in-the-session bill that could create sweeping changes to Delaware’s property tax system has been endorsed by Gov. Matt Meyer, but it faces opposition from each of the state’s three counties as well as the financial directors of every school district in New Castle County. The post Last minute property tax proposal raises questions ahead of final legislative day appeared first on Spotlight Delaware.

The i Paper

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· Jul 3, 2026

Burnham wins backing for land tax and stamp duty reform

Radical overhaul of property taxes such as council tax and stamp duty under consideration

Wirepoints

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· Jul 2, 2026

Incoming Peoria school board member sues district over notice violations – WMBD (Peoria)

The petition also alleges the inclusion of the sales tax proposal which would double a tax for facilities and maintenance from a half-cent to one penny, should not be on the consent agenda.

New Boston Post

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· Jul 2, 2026

Cape Cod’s Version of the ‘Taylor Swift Tax’ Sparks Backlash

A proposal to let Cape Cod towns tax home sales of 1 million or more has sparked debate, with supporters saying it could help fund affordable housing and critics warning it will drive away investment and raise housing costs.

Texas Public Policy Foundation

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· Jul 7, 2026

Throwing Cold Water on Kendall County’s HOT Idea

Despite persistent affordability concerns, the Kendall County Commissioners’ Court is once again flirting with the idea of creating a controversial new tax to benefit select businesses at the expense of virtually everyone else. The tax in question is the hotel occupancy tax (HOT) and, if ultimately approved, officials would place another financial strain on any person who pays for a hotel room or other lodging, including inns, motels, and short-term rentals. The cost could be significant too. According to one recent report presented to the Court (see pgs. 133... The post Throwing Cold Water on Kendall County’s HOT Idea first appeared on Texas Public Policy Foundation.

Investing.com

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· Jul 1, 2026

Form 4 Simon Property Group For: 1 July

Form 4 Simon Property Group For: 1 July

The Economic Times

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· Jul 13, 2026

ET Wealth | Taxation for influencers simplified

ET Wealth | Taxation for influencers simplified

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· Jul 3, 2026

Ask the Tax Editor, July 3: Tax Questions for Investors

Ask the Tax Editor, July 3: Tax Questions for Investors

The Motley Fool

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· Jul 2, 2026

4 Midsummer Tax Moves That Could Pay Off Big Before Year's End

Put these on your July to-do list ASAP.

KLIX News Radio – Twin Falls

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· Jul 13, 2026

Why Idaho Won’t Scrap Property Tax

Why Idaho Won’t Scrap Property Tax

Off The Press

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· Jun 26, 2026

SCOTUS leaves open a path for jilted property owners: PLF attorney

A Pacific Legal Foundation attorney said the U.S. Supreme Court’s latest ruling on a Michigan property seizure case is a disappointment for property owners but still important for constitutional rights. In a unanimous decision issued Tuesday, the court ruled that property owners whose homes are sold in tax foreclosures generally are entitled to the surplus []...Click to read more

The Real Deal

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· Jul 6, 2026

Policy Pro: Council freezes delinquent property tax interest

This story gives you a peek at the content coming to our new platform, TRD Policy Pro. Sign up to get early access here. Hello, let’s get into the latest news at the intersection of policy and real estate: In this edition we mention: Council member and finance committee chair Linda Lee, Nassau County Assembly member Judy Griffin, Council member Oswald Feliz and others. We Heard Have a tip or feedback? Reach me at caroline.spivack@therealdeal.com. Bill Tracker Bill Number Lead Sponsor(s) Summary Committee A11584 Assembly member Judy Griffin Authorizes municipalities to cancel interest and penalties on delinquent property taxes for []This article originally appeared on The Real Deal. Click here to read the full story.

ANTARA News

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· Jun 27, 2026

VAT-DTP helps maintain purchasing power for air travel: Ministry

The Ministry of Transportation has said that the government-borne value-added tax (VAT DTP) policy for domestic ...

WyoFile

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· Jul 1, 2026

Equalization board counter sues governor over tax cap after judge orders certification of property tax values

The counterclaim asks the court to declare unconstitutional a residential property tax cap that became law in 2024. The post Equalization board counter sues governor over tax cap after judge orders certification of property tax values appeared first on WyoFile .

Inc.com

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· Jul 11, 2026

The Hidden Cost of Selling Your Business That No Founder Budgets For

Founders plan for taxes and legal fees. Few prepare for the emotional toll that can erode deal value.

The Hill

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· Jul 5, 2026

It’s not 'just' to erase someone's home equity

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that property owners are not entitled to fair market value when the government seizes and sells their home to satisfy a debt, but the process must be fair, and the Pung family's case was sent back to a lower court to decide whether the auction of their home satisfied that standard.

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jul 13, 2026

Mahkamah Tinggi ketepi pampasan RM78.6j Sime Darby Property bagi projek WCE

PETALING JAYA: Sime Darby Property Berhad berkemungkinan kehilangan pampasan berjumlah RM78.6 juta selepas Mahkamah Tinggi Shah Alam mengetepikan pampasan bagi pemisahan tanah dan kesan menjejaskan baki tanah yang sebelum ini diberikan susulan pengambilan tanah secara paksa bagi projek Lebuhraya Pantai Barat (WCE). Dalam makluman kepada Bursa Malaysia, syarikat berkata, keputusan yang disampaikan pada 10 Julai ... Read more The post Mahkamah Tinggi ketepi pampasan RM78.6j Sime Darby Property bagi projek WCE appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Borneo Bulletin

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· Jun 23, 2026

Development must respect property rights

Development must respect property rights

The Standard

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· Jul 6, 2026

Invite for Prince Harry to stay at Buckingham Palace during UK trip 'withdrawn at last moment'

The Duke of Sussex’s latest legal case has been cited as the reason for the rescinded offer

RedState

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· Jul 4, 2026

'Lower Taxes = More Liberty': Celebrating the One-Year Anniversary of the OBBB Becoming Law

'Lower Taxes = More Liberty': Celebrating the One-Year Anniversary of the OBBB Becoming Law

BERNAMA

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· Jun 26, 2026

Business : Service Tax Exemption Eases Financial Impact On Non-residential Buildings Management - MIPFM

KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 (Bernama) -- The government’s decision to exempt Service Tax on service charges and sinking fund contributions for non-residential buildings will help ease the financial impact on the management of non-residential stratified properties, said the Malaysian Institute of Property and Facility Managers (MIPFM).

Radio New Zealand

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· Jul 1, 2026

Nelson Tenths: Submissions sought on bill to return land to customary owners

The bill would enable the transfer of land from the Crown to Te Here-ā-Nuku Trust on behalf of the customary landowners.

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· Jun 28, 2026

Benjamin Franklin Money Rules That Could Help Lower Your 2026 Taxes

Benjamin Franklin Money Rules That Could Help Lower Your 2026 Taxes

Florida Daily

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· Jun 21, 2026

Florida Property Taxes: State Control vs. Cities and Counties, Explained by Doug Wheeler

Florida Property Tax: State-Level Control vs. County and City-Level Control Explained. Ed Dean interviewed Doug Wheeler, Director of the George Gibbs Center for Economic Prosperity at the James Madison Institute (JMI), who advocates for structural property tax reform in Florida.

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· Jul 8, 2026

Property Tax Bills Are on the Rise. Here's What You Can Do

Property Tax Bills Are on the Rise. Here's What You Can Do

Seeking Alpha

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· Jun 26, 2026

STRF: Senior Preferred, Double Digit Tax Deferred Yield, High Asset Coverage

STRF: Senior Preferred, Double Digit Tax Deferred Yield, High Asset Coverage

Limerick Post Newspaper

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· Jun 30, 2026

€65million in LPT revenue keeping Limerick going

LOCAL Property Tax coffers are used across the city and county to provide crucial services for the public at large, such as road maintenance, street cleaning, libraries, parks, playgrounds, and much more. This, Aontú councillor Sarah Beasley was informed at the recent monthly Metropolitan District meeting for June, as she asked the Limerick City and [] The post 65million in LPT revenue keeping Limerick going appeared first on Limerick Post.

Palo Alto Online

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· Jul 1, 2026

California voters will decide 14 ballot measures, billionaire tax included. There could’ve been more

This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. When California voters in 1978 passed Proposition 13, the iconic property tax limitation, they simultaneously rejected Proposition 8, which had been placed on the ballot by the Legislature as an alternate tax relief measure. While Prop. 13 flatly limited property taxes, Prop. 8 []

Sentinel KSMO

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· Jul 8, 2026

Kansas Justice Institute supports Topeka taxpayer suing city for refusing to put property tax question on ballot

The Kansas Justice Institute has filed an amicus curiae (friend of the court) brief on behalf of Topeka resident Earl McIntosh, who is suing his city for refusing to place a voter-led initiative on the ballot that would require an election before the city could raise property taxes above the revenue-neutral rate. Currently, the Truth in Taxation law requires local [] The post Kansas Justice Institute supports Topeka taxpayer suing city for refusing to put property tax question on ballot appeared first on The Sentinel.

Kansas Policy Institute

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· Jul 2, 2026

Will politicians serve local government or their constituents on property tax reform?

A public opinion poll conducted last month shows that self-described conservatives, moderates, and liberals overwhelmingly want a constitutional limit on assessed valuations to protect them from unaffordable property tax hikes. No surprise there. The question is whether the candidates for the Kansas House of Representatives—to say nothing of other candidates or Senators not on the []

UrduPoint

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· Jun 22, 2026

Buyer who failed to pay balance sale consideration not entitled to transfer of property: SC

Buyer who failed to pay balance sale consideration not entitled to transfer of property: SC

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· Jul 8, 2026

3 Tax-Efficient Legacy-Building Strategies for High-Net-Worth People, Courtesy of an Estate Planner

3 Tax-Efficient Legacy-Building Strategies for High-Net-Worth People, Courtesy of an Estate Planner

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