Urban land values vary dramatically, with central areas like Manhattan being over 100 times more valuable than outlying regions, highlighting the need for effective visualization tools.
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Mike Bird's book, 'The Land Trap,' explores the critical role of land in economic systems, warning of the dangers of financializing land, which can lead to a cycle of economic stagnation known as 'The Land Trap.' The book outlines...
The blog post discusses the issue of excessive parking lots in downtown Syracuse, New York, highlighting how they detract from the economic potential of valuable land. The author, who has experience in urban economics, explains th...
The article discusses the complex and inefficient system of property-tax abatements across various cities and states in the U.S., highlighting how these hidden incentives favor certain groups and lead to significant revenue losses...
The post discusses the inadequacies of current land valuation methods used by American assessment jurisdictions and proposes a simplified approach to improve accuracy and fairness. It critiques the IAAO's minimal guidance on land ...
The blog post argues against the abolition of property taxes, claiming it would lead to negative economic consequences and undermine housing affordability. The author discusses the impracticality of eliminating property taxes, cit...
Josh Vincent discusses his journey and the practical benefits of land value taxation, emphasizing its potential to revitalize local economies and provide sustainable revenue for cities.
The blog post uses the game Monopoly as a metaphor for the American housing market, illustrating how generational disparities in property ownership and access to land have evolved over time. It discusses historical frontiers, such...
CivicMapper is a new interactive tool that visualizes urban land values in 3D, aiding planners and policymakers in understanding development patterns and economic potential.
The post highlights the growing momentum for land value taxation legislation across several states and the launch of the Center for Land Economics' leadership board.
The essay examines the 18-year real estate cycle theory, suggesting that land speculation leads to predictable economic crashes, with a significant downturn expected in 2026.
Georgism extends beyond land value taxation to include successful municipal land leasing strategies that generate public revenue and address urban development needs.
The blog post discusses a growing divide within the conservative movement regarding property taxes, particularly in red states like Texas and Florida. While some Republican leaders advocate for the abolition of property taxes, a n...
The Center for Land Economics celebrates its first anniversary, reflecting on its achievements in promoting Land Value Tax (LVT) advocacy. The organization has tracked legislative momentum in several states, revived its blog with ...
The article reflects on the YIMBYTown conference, where advocates discussed pro-housing and pro-transit reforms. The author notes that while the housing movement is gaining traction, the transportation sector is lagging due to fun...
Virginia's HB 282 enables cities to adopt a split-rate land value tax, aiming to address rising land values and promote affordable housing.
The U.S. housing crisis is primarily a land crisis, exacerbated by policy constraints that limit development in high-demand urban areas, necessitating urgent reforms.
The blog post critiques the unsustainable nature of the American housing ladder, emphasizing the conflict between affordable housing and preserving property values for existing homeowners.
Zohran Mamdani, a Democratic Socialist, has won the 2025 New York City Mayoral election, defeating Curtis Sliwa and Andrew Cuomo. His campaign focused on the economic anxieties of the working class, particularly renters, and drew ...
New funding opportunities for land economics research aim to support innovative projects on land value taxation and related topics, encouraging diverse participation.
Advocating for Land Value Return involves local champions, coalition building, and grassroots efforts to reform property tax policies for community benefit.
The blog post discusses the recent electoral successes of candidates supporting land value tax (LVT) across various U.S. cities, highlighting the election of Katie Wilson in Seattle, who advocates for LVT as a property tax reform....
The Progress & Poverty Institute and the Center for Land Economics hosted the first 'LVT Landscape LIVE' event on September 26, 2025, to discuss land value tax (LVT) advocacy in the U.S. The event featured insights from local offi...
The undervaluation of vacant land is a specific issue in Baltimore, with no similar problems found in other Maryland counties, and SDAT is working to correct it.