Poll: Should first-time buyers get a government grant?

Plans to tackle the housing crisis include a scheme to help first-time buyers.

By Michelle Hennessy Wednesday 20 Jul 2016, 8:53 AM

Jul 20th 2016, 8:53 AM 29,450 Views 83 Comments

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NEW PLANS TO tackle the housing crisis include a scheme to help first-time buyers get on the property ladder.

It is likely this scheme will involve a tax rebate, but The Irish Times reports that ‘top-ups’ to cover a deposit may also be on the table.

So, we want to know: Should first-time buyers get a government grant?

Poll Results:

Yes (9172)

No (5643)

I'm not sure (1182)

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Poll: Should first-time buyers get a government grant?