Construction industry: House prices will rise

The Construction Industry Federation say that today's Budget will mean any additions in the increase in VAT will be noted in house prices.

Construction industry: House prices will rise
Wed, 04 Dec, 2002 - 19:40

The Construction Industry Federation say that today's Budget will mean any additions in the increase in VAT will be noted in house prices.

The Irish Home Builders' Association said €2,000 would now be placed on the price of a €200,000 home and that €2,600 would be added to a €300,000 house.

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