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Should the government provide subsidies for first-time homebuyers?

These subsidies are financial aids from the government to help individuals purchase their first home, making homeownership more accessible. Proponents argue that it helps people afford their first home and promotes homeownership. Opponents argue that it distorts the housing market and could lead to higher prices.

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 @ISIDEWITHDiscuss this answer...5mos5MO

Yes

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No

 @9VBQB2HNew Democraticfrom Pennsylvania disagreed…2wks2W

they take too slow and sellers will most likely go with the buyer who is not using first time home buyer programs for a faster sell.

 @9VJ6C4Kfrom British Columbia answered…2wks2W

Yes but only if it is going to be their permanent residence.

 @9TXBP2YIndependentfrom British Columbia answered…3wks3W

To any buyer wanting to get into market or move up the market.

 @9TWMYBXfrom Pennsylvania answered…3wks3W

Their is already subsidies for first-time homebuyers in Canada.

 @9TFK3T8from Ontario answered…1mo1MO

Yes but only a certain amount so the prices don't skyrocket

 @9T6LHXR from British Columbia answered…1mo1MO

Yes, but verify if the first time homebuyer is buying for themselves or for someone else

 @9SPT6M5from British Columbia answered…2mos2MO

No but instead make home ownership more affordable through government involvement in building housing.

 @9RZPX67from Alberta answered…2mos2MO

it should provide every incentive possible to natural citizens, not foreigners who use loopholes for owning property in canada

 @9RJ6K3Vfrom Ontario answered…3mos3MO

Yes, but only if they can afford to own the home on their own income.

 @9RFBPZVanswered…3mos3MO

Yes, because the barrier to entry is unattainable for most below the upper middle class. But a concern is it will just inflate contractor prices making the subsidy useless

 @9QW7TQZfrom Ontario answered…3mos3MO

No, focus on renters and institute a Land value Tax

 @9PS2HQ7Conservativefrom British Columbia answered…4mos4MO

Yes, if they can prove to be financially responsible

 @9FGSKLL from British Columbia answered…5mos5MO

Yes, but give an online questionnaire to see how much people are eligible for

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How would owning your first home change your life, and what obstacles do you currently see in reaching that goal?

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Do you agree or disagree with the idea that it’s better for the government to focus on building more affordable housing than to provide direct financial help to buyers?

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What values or priorities do you think should determine who qualifies for assistance in buying a home?

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If you could design a program to help young people achieve homeownership, what important features would you include or exclude?

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Have you or anyone you know been impacted by the high cost of housing, and what emotions does that bring up for you personally?

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Do you believe government programs that help first-time homebuyers could lead to unintended consequences like rising home prices?

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Is owning a home something you think everyone should aspire to, or is renting a better fit for some people’s lifestyles?

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How do you feel about the idea of paying taxes to support homeownership programs — would you be willing to contribute to help others buy homes?

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Do you think financial aid from the government for homebuyers should be prioritized over other public services? Why or why not?

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How important do you think owning a home is to achieving stability and personal success?

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