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The Economic Impact Of Housing In Massachusetts, John Mullin, Zenia Kotval
The Economic Impact Of Housing In Massachusetts, John Mullin, Zenia Kotval
John R. Mullin
Home building generates substantial local economic activity, including income, jobs, and revenue for state and local governments. These far exceed the school costs-to-property-tax ratios. Furthermore, balanced growth, the availability of homes that match the character of the jobs, plays a significant role in attracting sustainable economic development.