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Mortgage Interest Deduction Reform Assessed for Different Populations

The analysis found that both of the Obama administration’s proposals for modifying the MID would result in greater reduction in after-tax income for those in higher tax brackets versus lower-income taxpayers. However, lowering the MID to 28% of interest paid would raise taxes for only the highest…

Study Examines LIHTC Problems and Reform Proposals

An October 8 report prepared by Ernst & Young examines the funding issues currently impeding the Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program, as well as some proposed resolutions. The recent decline in the program’s investment levels has slowed or stalled affordable rental…