SOCIALISM WILL ONLY MAKE INCOME INEQUALITY WORSE

SOCIALISM WILL ONLY MAKE INCOME INEQUALITY WORSE

A few weeks ago, the New York Times ran an article regarding the implementation of a “Wealth Tax.” Both Sanders and Warren are fans of this type of levy which would tax the accumulated wealth of those who have assets of more than $50 million. Both Warren and Sanders...
$500 Million Budget for Martin County in 2020

$500 Million Budget for Martin County in 2020

For Fiscal Year 2020, Martin County will have a budget of $500 million or $3,125 per resident. Many of us believe that is an extraordinary amount for local government. Roughly 70% of the total budget comes from property taxes. Because of Florida’s system of property...
Florida’s Sales Tax Holiday

Florida’s Sales Tax Holiday

According to the Tax Foundation, “This week, the Sunshine State is celebrating its Sales Tax-Free Week. Unfortunately, sales tax holidays like this one don’t reduce your tax burden in the long run. According to new research, they simply shift the timing of when people...

How many exemptions are in the Florida property tax system?

According to the Martin County Property Appraiser’s website (https://www.pa.martin.fl.us/), there are 16. They encompass reasons as varied as being a Florida resident to a limited-income Florida senior or a disabled vet. Government largess at its finest but is it to...

Declaration of Independence

As we celebrate our nation’s independence this July 4th, it is important that we pause and reflect on the many tenets that make up the Declaration of Independence. The Declaration of Independence, along with the Constitution are the most important documents in the...