The “kicker” — an unplanned tax rebate favoring Oregon’s richest taxpayers — is almost surely on its way. The latest
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The struggles of Oregonians to afford rent began long before the arrival of COVID-19 and will remain after the end
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Congress has handed Oregon lawmakers $2.6 billion to prevent cuts to services Oregonians need most and invest in pandemic recovery
Tax Day will arrive a month later than usual this year, another consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic. With additional time
Pop quiz: What is Oregon’s biggest housing subsidy? Many would likely not know the right answer: the mortgage interest deduction.
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Take a massive, poorly targeted business-support program. Add to it a highly unusual federal tax break for the businesses getting
There is no doubt that many renters and landlords in Oregon are struggling to survive during this pandemic and economic
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