A group of lawmakers led by Rep. Mark Alford is pushing a policy called capital gains inflation indexing, arguing it could free up housing and encourage reinvestment.
But critics say the biggest benefits may flow to investors and wealthy asset holders rather than first-time homebuyers.
My latest analysis breaks down what the proposal actually does and who it could help.
https://thedemocracyadvocate.com/news-to-know/u-s-politics/capital-gains-inflation-indexing/
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But critics say the biggest benefits may flow to investors and wealthy asset holders rather than first-time homebuyers.
My latest analysis breaks down what the proposal actually does and who it could help.
https://thedemocracyadvocate.com/news-to-know/u-s-politics/capital-gains-inflation-indexing/
🏠💰
#HousingPolicy #TaxPolicy
