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Tax on Investment Funds for Owning Excessive Single-Family Homes

This Act imposes significant excise taxes on large investment funds and REITs that own or acquire an excessive number of single-family residences (1-4 units). The goal is to compel these entities to sell off properties, thereby increasing housing availability for individual families. Revenue generated from these taxes will fund a new trust dedicated to providing down payment assistance to citizens.
Key points
Imposes a 50% tax on the fair market value for large investment entities acquiring new single-family residences.
Annual penalty of $50,000 per home held by a fund above a set limit, forcing a gradual divestment of properties over 9 years.
Establishes a Housing Downpayment Trust Fund, financed by these taxes, to provide grants for families purchasing homes, prioritizing those sold by the taxed entities.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_6608
Sponsor: Rep. Smith, Adam [D-WA-9]
Process start date: 2023-12-05