• @DaveMA
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    59 months ago

    The current rules allow tax deduction of interest for new builds, but not existing houses. It has pushed a lot of investors into buying new build rentals, which I think is a great middle ground that increases demand for new builds while reducing demand for other houses.

    • @Ilovethebomb
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      39 months ago

      That’s actually a great idea, especially since the supply of new build properties can be increased to meet demand.

      If National intend to keep the rules this way, it actually sounds like a good policy.

      • @Xcf456
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        69 months ago

        They don’t intend to keep it this way. Their stated policy is to reinstate full interest deductability for rental properties.

      • @BalpeenHammer
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        39 months ago

        National isn’t going to keep this policy. Their intent is to raise house prices.