The Rundown: Property taxes far outpace inflation

Source WBEZ
Original Load Date March 30, 2026, 5:01 p.m.
Last Updated March 30, 2026, 5:01 p.m.
Original URL https://www.wbez.org/wbez-newsletter/2026/03/30/the-rundown-property-taxes-far-outpace-inflation

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_Good afternoon! It’s Monday, and I’m excited a_ [ __Trader Joe’s could soon open_ _ ][1] _in my neighborhood. Here’s what you need to know today._ [ **_1\. Property taxes, driven by TIF districts and school funds, outpace inflation and wages, a county treasurer study found_ ** ][2] The county’s p...