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This anti-tax ballot measure could sap local housing funds. California lawmakers need to act
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Brian Hanlon Brian Hanlon is the co-founder and CEO of California YIMBY. In recent years, and with the best of intentions, several California jurisdictions have passed real estate transfer tax measures that they hoped would increase revenues and help […]
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According to The Almanac’s source item, This anti-tax ballot measure could sap local housing funds. California lawmakers need to act, This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Brian Hanlon Brian Hanlon is the co-founder and CEO of California YIMBY. In recent years, and with the best of intentions, several California jurisdictions have passed real estate transfer tax measures that they hoped would increase revenues and help […]
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- This anti-tax ballot measure could sap local housing funds. California lawmakers need to actThe Almanac - 2026-06-05T12:00:00+00:00
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