Family wealth matters more than hard work in getting onto the housing ladder

Overview Debates Related claims Topics

The self-made man is a myth that justifies inequality

Reducing inequality matters more than increasing average income

Everyone should receive a universal basic income

Meritocracy is a myth

Large inheritances should be taxed more heavily than earned income

Countries should tax large fortunes annually, not only on sale or inheritance

Cities should abolish single-family-only zoning

Buying luxury goods mainly to display status is morally wrong

Governments should tax vacant homes to encourage renting or selling

Cities should cap short-term holiday rentals to protect residential neighborhoods

Public housing should serve middle-income as well as low-income households

Tourism in places of extreme poverty is exploitative even when residents earn income

Land value should be taxed more heavily than buildings and improvements

Housing should be a fundamental human right

Wealthy people have a moral obligation to give away most of their money

Rich people deserve their wealth

A growing economy is not a success if younger generations cannot build a secure life

Governments should protect opportunities for young people, not existing property values

Rising house prices make society poorer even when homeowners feel richer

Housing should be treated as a place to live before it is treated as an investment