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The problem with directing tax heat towards assets is that you chase away the assets to more favorable jurisdictions (ie, overseas.) Real estate / property tax
by vikingerik 2y ago
The problem with directing tax heat towards assets is that you chase away the assets to more favorable jurisdictions (ie, overseas.) Real estate / property tax works because land can't be moved. But if you tax capital in the US, the capital holders will simply leave the US.