The Boston Globe
Center for State Policy Analysis
Commercial Observer
Flood of Property Assessment Appeals Could Wallop U.S. Cities
Evan Horowitz, executive director of cSPA, is quoted about predicted declines in commercial properties tax revenues in Boston, noting it “is very foreign territory for Boston politicians.”
The Boston Globe
Amid growing worry about city tax base, chamber pushes back on Wu’s proposed budget hike
This article references a recent cSPA report that projected a 20 to 30 percent decline in Boston office real estate values by 2029.
Bloomberg
Massachusetts Eyes Mansion Tax to Fund Affordable Housing
Evan Horowitz, executive director of cSPA, says that even though struggling Boston commercial property owners have valuable properties, “they’re not profitable.”
The Boston Globe
Financial watchdog: Before hiking commercial taxes, Boston should look to cut spending
This article references a recent cSPA report that projected a 20 to 30 percent decline in Boston office real estate values by 2029.
WBUR
What was the point of Massachusetts' new tax break for renters?
Evan Horowitz, executive director of cSPA, is quoted throughout this article on the Massachusetts rental tax deduction.
The Boston Globe
City councilors weigh Wu’s proposal to temporarily increase commercial property tax rates
This article references collaborative research from cSPA that showed a downward trend in Boston commercial property values could mean a city revenue shortfall of $1.2 billion to $1.5 billion over the next five years.
Boston Herald
Michelle Wu considering petitioning state for higher commercial tax rates
Evan Horowitz, director of cSPA, comments on potential legislation proposed by Boston Mayor Michelle Wu that would increase property taxes on businesses.
CBS News