July 25, 2016
The Reasons Behind Minnesota's National Property Tax Rankings
Our enhanced 50-State Property Tax Comparison Study now offers new perspective on and understanding about what drives Minnesota's effective property tax rates and rankings.
- About the MCFE
- Support MCFE: Become a Member | Donate
- Login
Sound Tax Policy. Efficient Spending. Accountable Government.
Property Taxes
Topics include local property taxation, Minnesota's statewide property tax, aids to local governments and credits. For background understanding on what constitutes sound tax policy, please see our educational primer "Taxing Decisions Matter: A Citizens Guide to Good Tax Policy". To understand why your property tax bill is changing -- and what's responsible, please see our educational primer "Understanding Your Property Tax Changes".
February 01, 2016
Is the Minnesota Miracle Dead?
Contrary to popular belief, the transformation of the state/local relationship and policy outcomes originating out of the Minnesota Miracle remain intact today. But to satisfy the continuing calls and insatiable expectations for lower property taxes, a new and different miracle is necessary. …
February 01, 2016
The Dubious Historical Relationship Between the "Miracle" and State Tax Policy
From our January-February 2016 edition of Fiscal Focus.
(651) 224-7477