Monthly Archives: June 2008

Florida moving taxes around to “Save Homeowners”

Posted on June 30, 2008 by Al_Lorenz

Florida is exempting taxes for current homeowners.  Of course, that is shifting taxes to new homeowners during a housing meltdown in Florida, which won’t help get all those homes sold.  Sometimes it is nice to see we’re not the only … Continue reading →

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Washington #8 in States with the biggest looming tax shortfall

Posted on June 30, 2008 by Al_Lorenz

And it is because the state government squandered the money from the real estate boom.  Here’s an excerpt from a post of the top 10 states with looming tax shortages on the Real Estate Bloggers: As we have talked about … Continue reading →

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Great Interview with Senator Linda Evans Parlette about taxes on GoLakeChelan.com!

Posted on June 28, 2008 by Al_Lorenz

Click here to here a follow up interview from Steve Byquist on GoLakeChelan with Senator Linda Evans Parlette on taxes.  She has thoughts on reducing interest rates on taxes for Ag exemptions, budget issues and how citizens need to stay … Continue reading →

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Local Government and our Property Taxes

Posted on June 26, 2008 by Al_Lorenz

Lyle sent in a good comment about keeping local government, and the county government, accountable for the money they spend regarding our property taxes. I think that is a great idea.  And it got me thinking.  Yes, we absolutely need some … Continue reading →

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Video of GoLakeChelan and Lake Chelan Chamber tax forum on the 24th

Posted on June 26, 2008 by Al_Lorenz

Can be found right here!  Thanks to everyone who participated!  Thanks to the Lake Chelan Chamber and GoLakeChelan.com!

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Tonight’s Chelan City Council Meeting

Posted on June 26, 2008 by Al_Lorenz

A couple of items catch my eye on tonight’s Chelan City Council agenda.  The Lake Chelan Community Land Trust looks like they are going to ask the City of Chelan for money tonight.  Also, the Chelan Aquatics/Recreation Center is going to … Continue reading →

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Tax Poll Fixed!

Posted on June 26, 2008 by Al_Lorenz

I put a online poll about property taxes up last night.  However, it did not work and would not allow votes.  It is fixed now!  This is just for fun, so go ahead and vote and see how other folks … Continue reading →

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We could just skip Property Tax….

Posted on June 25, 2008 by Al_Lorenz

I received this thought from a gentleman who would like to just eliminate the property tax, and increase consumption or income taxes instead.  Please share your thoughts in the comments.  Here it is: The more I think about this issue … Continue reading →

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So, What can you, and I, do about Our Property Taxes?

Posted on June 25, 2008 by Al_Lorenz

First, if your new value seems at all above what you could sell your property for, contact the Assessor’s office.  With time drawing near on the appeal deadline, if in any doubt, appeal your new valuation.  You must file your appeal … Continue reading →

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Frustration and Anger over property taxes last night at the PAC

Posted on June 25, 2008 by Al_Lorenz

A restless, capacity, crowd last night expressed their frustration and anger over taxes to their State legislators last night.  The warning to get there turned out to be true as the fire marshall was turning people away at the door.  Senator Linda … Continue reading →

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