Insights Archive
Insights Archive
Initiatives 50 and 108: Don't Believe the Hype about these Destructive MeasuresProponents are offering a highly manipulated picture of Colorado's property tax landscape. We deconstruct their arguments.
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Financial Empowerment Among Colorado's Informal CaregiversFinancial empowerment among caregivers is a critical issue that determines the well-being of informal caregivers in Colorado who provide care across the lifespan to the young and older Coloradans.
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Historic Housing Barriers in Jefferson CountyHistoric housing barriers and systems have limited homeownership options for BIPOC families in Jeffco. Learn about what can be done to address these inequities and improve their ability to build generational wealth.
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Colorado Legislature’s 2024 Housing Solutions and their Impact on JeffcoA closer look at a few important bills and possible consequences in Jefferson County as a result of several housing bills recently passed in the Colorado legislature.
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Progress on Financial Empowerment in ColoradoThe Office of Financial Empowerment (OFE) is making valuable progress in building the statewide infrastructure necessary to ensure the financial well-being of Colorado families and communities.
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Colorado's SecureSavings Retirement Program Off to a Great StartSecureSavings, the retirement plan for Coloradans who don't have an employer option, is off to a great start with 50,000 accounts.
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Destructive Colorado Property Tax Cuts: Initiatives 50 and 108Either of these measures would have a devastating impact on Colorado and would be felt in every sector of our economy.
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SB24-233: Responsible Property Tax Reduction and Reform in ColoradoThe Bell provides the details about what’s in SB24-233 and examines the delicate balance it achieved to avoid deep cuts to local governments that provide essential community services.
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How SB24-233 Lowers Colorado Property Tax BillsSB24-233 is the legislature's thoughtful effort to lower property taxes. We succinctly explain the "effective assessment rate" for homes of various values.
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Colorado's Proposed Initiative 50: Return of the Negative FactorIf Initiative 50 were to pass at the ballot in November, the state will face K-12 education funding trouble.
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Land Use & Zoning in Jefferson County: Closing the Housing Supply DeficitPolicies that passed in the 2024 legislative session could expand housing opportunities in Jefferson County.
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Housing Financing 101: Affordable Housing in Jefferson County, ColoradoJeffco residents want more affordable housing. Local governments recognize the need and want to fill it. Housing developers are incentivized to fill this gap. But prohibitive factors stand in their way.
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Poverty Data Shows Who Would Benefit From a Child Tax CreditAddressing and taking steps to reduce child poverty through a refundable credit will benefit Colorado’s children and families, while also creating a stronger, more equitable state.
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Differing Property Tax Changes in ColoradoProperty taxes have been growing across the state, with legislators offering relief using the most available tools. However, we could better target relief through income tax and we could ensure adequate funding through alternative revenue sources.
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In The Know: Fees, Fines, and Add-Ons for Installment LoansAdd-on costs and fees are a growing concern for Coloradans and they're beginning to appear in more and more places. These additional charges quickly add up and exacerbate financial challenges for consumers.
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