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Kamala Harris has proposed a plan to address the housing crisis in North Carolina and the United States by increasing the available housing supply, providing down payment support for lower-income first-time homebuyers, and implementing tax credits and streamlining processes to encourage affordable housing construction. In contrast, Donald Trump’s housing plan is less clear, focusing on deporting immigrants and creating opportunity zones that may not effectively address the root issues of the housing crisis. Project 2025, associated with Trump, includes controversial proposals such as evicting immigrant families from federally assisted housing and selling public housing land to private developers.

Kamala Harris Promises to Tackle Housing Crisis with Plan for 3 Million New Homes

North Carolina is facing a severe housing crisis, with home prices skyrocketing in recent years. Democratic nominee Kamala Harris has unveiled a detailed plan to address the issue, promising to build three million new homes and provide $25,000 in down payment support for lower-income first-time homebuyers.

In contrast, President Trump has not outlined any specific strategies to combat the housing shortage. With the upcoming election, the housing crisis has become a critical issue for many middle- and working-class families in North Carolina.

Harris aims to increase the housing supply by expanding the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit and creating a $40 billion tax credit to incentivize builders. She also plans to streamline the permit process to reduce costs and encourage affordable housing construction.

Additionally, Harris supports bills to address rising rent costs and prevent price-fixing by corporate landlords. She has endorsed measures to restrict tax benefits for housing investors and crack down on rent-setting software.

On the other hand, Trump’s approach to the housing crisis remains unclear. His proposals, including deporting immigrants and creating opportunity zones, have faced criticism for their potential negative impact on housing supply and community development.

While Harris offers a comprehensive plan to boost housing availability and affordability, Trump’s strategies raise concerns about their effectiveness and potential consequences for the housing market.

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