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GDP by Industry: Middlesex County v. Suffolk County
/in Blog: Economy /by Sarah DelanoMiddlesex and Suffolk counties have contributed far more to the state’s GDP than any other county in Massachusetts. However, the two differ in which industries are responsible for the greatest shares of their GDP.
Diagnosing Debilitating Debt: Are We Undertaxing or Overspending?
/in Featured, Podcast Hubwonk /by Editorial StaffJoe Selvaggi talks with Cato Institute’s Director of Tax Policies, Dr. Adam Michell about the sources of recent record levels of deficits and debt to understand a policy path toward fiscal sustainability that is politically viable.
The Curious Case of the Missing Stabilization Funds
/in Blog, Blog: Better Government, Blog: Economy, Blog: Transparency /by Peter MentekidisStabilization funds are a key component of a municipality’s financial strength, yet many towns (including Boston!) report no stabilization funds. Why is this?
HDIP: Unintended Consequences Adding to the Housing Crisis
/in Blog, Blog: Economy, Housing /by Teddy WynnSee how the HDIP affected the state’s housing crisis. Housing prices in Gateway Cities, such as Chelsea, Revere, Everett, and Lawrence, are skyrocketing.
Large Free Cash Fund in Woburn Demonstrates Quality Financial Management
/in Blog: Economy /by Sarah DelanoWoburn has consistently had quality financial management in recent years, demonstrated by the fact that the city had the third highest free cash fund in the state in 2020. The city’s financial success has benefited its taxpayers, as the city’s bond rating has been promoted to a AAA rating by the S&P agency standards.