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Taxation of Personal Property (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Purdy, Lawson

 
9781334242403: Taxation of Personal Property (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book delves into the deeply rooted flaws embedded within property tax systems, particularly highlighting the ineffectiveness and inherent inequality of taxing personal property. The author draws upon numerous examples from cities and towns across the United States to illustrate the impracticality of fairly assessing personal property, leading to gross disparities and injustice among taxpayers. The book traces the historical evolution of property taxation, demonstrating how the taxation of personal property has become increasingly problematic as economies have shifted towards intangible assets and complex financial instruments. The author argues that attempts to enforce universal property taxation have failed miserably, resulting in widespread evasion, corruption, and a decline in the value of real estate. Beyond its historical analysis, the book also explores the broader economic and social consequences of personal property taxation. The author demonstrates how such taxation stifles economic growth, discourages investment, and exacerbates wealth inequality. The book concludes by advocating for the abolition of personal property taxation, arguing that it is a relic of a bygone era that no longer serves the interests of a modern, equitable society.

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