vermont economy – Page 2

Why Wage Laws Miss the Mark

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Nov 28, 2024

The minimum wage debate often overlooks hidden costs for small businesses, like government mandates and insurance expenses, which double payroll expenses. Yet, wage laws rarely…

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The True Cost of Running a Business in Vermont

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Nov 25, 2024

Thinking of starting a business in Vermont? Before picking a name or product, know the financial and personal sacrifices involved. From minimum revenue needs to…

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Vermont’s Tax Burden Has Risen 1200% Since 1980

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Nov 23, 2024

Vermont’s per capita tax burden has surged by 1,200% since 1980, reaching $6,948 in 2023. Rising costs and outmigration of retirees threaten the state’s fiscal…

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The Generational Impact of Act 250

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Oct 11, 2024

Act 250, once designed to protect Vermont’s environment, has become a complex web of regulations that stifles economic growth, favors the wealthy, and creates systemic…