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Seriously, isn't it time to tax empty houses (provided it is practical to enforce).
The result as I see it is: 1) an increase in supply of rental properties helping those at the bottom of the ladder; 2) put more houses on the market easing some pressure there (at least in the short term); 3) deter crime (a neighbourhood is made up of people, not derelict houses); 4) divert investment money into businesses employing people.
The cons: "But what about my bach?" Put it on airbnb, you'll be fine.
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