Addressing Speculative Real Estate Practices: A Call for Regulation and Protection, 1945-07-07

Item — Box: 6, Folder: Unknown

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_6_44_0004

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The letter is a response to a previous letter discussing the issue of high prices in the real estate market. The writer expresses support for price controls and suggests implementing a tax on profits from the sale of homes held for a short period of time to prevent speculation. They also advocate for keeping restrictions off builders to encourage a building boom and suggest that curbing speculation in the real estate market is necessary to avoid economic disaster. The letter also touches on the issue of veterans buying homes post-war and the potential for government intervention in setting prices for property sales.

Dates

1945-07-07

Language of Materials

English

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