Oregon regions seeing above average growth

University of Oregon Regional Economic Indexes Press Release provided by Tim Duy Oregon Economic Forum University of  Oregon Oregon Regional Economic Indicators: October measures of economic activity were generally solid across all regions in Oregon.  Highlights of the report include: Moving average measures of activity – which smooth monthly volatility – indicate that the Portland…

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Common Kicker questions answered

Common Kicker questions: By Oregon Department of Revenue, Kicker credit: Can I claim the full kicker credit if my spouse recently died and the income was included in our 2014 joint return? ​Yes, you may claim the entire credit on your 2015 return even though you may be filing using the single status. Kicker credit:…

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Rural Oregon needs more cell-towers

By Taxpayer Foundation of Oregon A lack of cell phone towers and reliable Internet service is hurting business in rural Oregon. “We use our cell phones on the farm because we need them to communicate with each other,” said a farmer in Vale, Oregon. “Even with a cell phone booster in the house, our service…

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Rogue Valley missing out on recovery

University of Oregon Regional Economic Indexes Press Release provided By Tim Duy Oregon Economic Forum University of  Oregon Oregon Regional Economic Indicators: Measures of activity strengthened in June across almost all of Oregon’s major metro areas. Highlights of the report include: – Most regions in Oregon are growing at or above their average pace of…

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