As state lawmakers consider cutting and even abolishing property taxes in Florida, California—which passed major reform in the late 1970s protecting homeowners against significant hikes—offers a cautionary tale of how well-intended tax revolts can backfire against those they should benefit.
April 10, 2025
Newsweek: Florida Wants to Cut Property Taxes—But California Has a Warning
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