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Tax Reform Sounds Good, but Economic Reform Sounds Better

The discussion has shifted from healthcare to tax reform. We can do better with our definition though. I believe in small government and low tax…

Good Luck with Stock Market Timing

I have been asked almost daily for an economist’s perspective on the stock market. Here are my general thoughts. 1) It is indeed overvalued when…

How to Identify the First Signs of Economic Trouble

Analyzing the U.S. economy gets messy. But, I find it helpful to focus on some very basic things. Catching the turning points can make or…

Part 1: How Can Cities Avoid Getting Sued for Incentive Use?

I’m asked this question at least a couple of times every month. My initial answer is usually: don’t do illegal stuff. Then, I elaborate. Each…