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Re:Why American Workers Pay Twice as Much in Taxes as Wealth... by Robotbeat on Tuesday September 12, 2017 @10:42AM (#15227625)
If I had the money, I'd renovate my roof, get a solar roof with battery backup, etc. It's an investment just as much as in any business; why am I discriminated against as an individual?
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Re:Why American Workers Pay Twice as Much in Taxes as Wealth... by URSpider94 on Tuesday September 12, 2017 @12:29PM (#15228694)
That's a tax-neutral investment. You would pay for the equipment with after-tax dollars, and your returns would be in lower utility bills, which you pay with after-tax dollars. So, your returns are effectively tax-free!
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Re:Why American Workers Pay Twice as Much in Taxes as Wealth... by e12e on Tuesday September 12, 2017 @11:42AM (#15228199)
Maybe you can form a corporation and lease the roof area from your house, and deduct the investment?

I'm not really serious, but perhaps something along those lines is an option?

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Re:Why American Workers Pay Twice as Much in Taxes as Wealth... by walshemj on Tuesday September 12, 2017 @10:50AM (#15227708)
Are not homes exempt for CGT where you are?
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