informality Flashcards
what is the first distinction of the informal sector
property markets
what is the basic idea of informality?
a sector of society composed of economic activity that occurs outside the monitoring and legal purview of the state. they aren’t recognized, taxed or regulated
what are the causes of property markets
red tape
taxes
low state capacity
inefficient justice system
government negligence
what is red tape
excessive or rigid regulations and bureaucracy that hinder decision-making and slow down processes
what is the second distinction
the informal work market
what are the informal work market
causes
entry costs
payroll taxes
labor courts
what is the third distinction?
informal finances (move around banking system)
what are the forms of informal finances
borrowing and savings