The U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) provides tax deductions for mortgage interest paid on both new and
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The U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) provides tax deductions for mortgage interest paid on both new and used homes by homeowners across the country. Utilizing the principle of economic incentives and their potential for unintended consequences, address the following points. Explain all in full.
a. What incentive does this give to U.S. residents?
b. Does it affect the type, style, or location of homes preferred by prospective home buyers?
c. What might happen to home values if the deduction were ever eliminated?
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Essentials of Statistics for Business and Economics
ISBN: 978-1305081598
7th edition
Authors: David Anderson, Thomas Williams, Dennis Sweeney, Jeffrey Cam
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