taxes
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VT’s Value Proposition, Without the Brochure
Every state makes a promise to those who live and work there — a value proposition. Vermont sells beauty, stability, and sustainability, but for employers…
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A $1’s Journey: Where Your Taxes Go
Ever wondered where your tax dollars go? In Vermont, every dollar you pay supports education, healthcare, infrastructure, and more. Dive into a clear breakdown of…
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Those Nickels & Dimes Add Up
The high cost of living in Vermont stems from rising business expenses, shrinking paychecks, and reliance on imported goods. Businesses pass on higher costs to…
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When Vermont’s Budget Outruns Its Economy
Vermont’s state spending has grown far faster than its economy over the past 20 years, creating a heavy reliance on federal aid and increasing taxes.…
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VT’s Fiscal Imbalance: When Spending Outruns Growth
Vermont’s state spending has grown far faster than its economy over the past 20 years, creating a heavy reliance on federal aid and increasing taxes.…
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One Year of FYIVT: Vermont at a Crossroads
One year of FYIVT has revealed the core challenges facing Vermont—rising costs, property taxes, climate mandates, and crime. As we look ahead, we’re expanding with…
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The Real-Feel Tax Burden in Vermont
Vermonters may be paying far more than the official tax rates suggest. After income, payroll, property, and unavoidable fees, many households are losing 30–40% of…
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What Do Illegal Immigrants Actually Contribute in Taxes?
How much do illegal immigrants really contribute in taxes—and how much do they cost? Estimates vary, but our analysis breaks down the best available data…
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Time to Face Reality—Washington Won’t Save Vermont
Vermont is dangerously dependent on federal money, and with Washington’s economy unraveling, our leaders should be cutting spending and rebuilding local strength—not planning tax hikes.…
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VT’s Social Security Taxation: A Growing Concern for Retirees
Vermont remains one of the few states taxing Social Security benefits, impacting middle-income retirees as exemption thresholds fail to adjust for inflation. With an aging…
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