Missouri Realtors pour $1.9 million into campaign to defeat Amendment 5 tax plan

The Missouri Association of Realtors has thrown its weight behind the opposition to Amendment 5, contributing a substantial $1.9 million to the Missourians for Fair Taxation campaign. This amendment seeks to allow lawmakers to replace the state income tax with higher sales taxes, which realtors argue would negatively impact property values and housing affordability. This significant financial move underscores the high stakes involved in the debate over state taxation and its potential long-term effects on Missouri's economy and housing market.