Jason Clare appeared alongside the Labor leader for Tuesday s press conference where the pair faced a barrage of questions over the ALP s housing policies.
Labor has defended its homebuyers proposal and attempted to ease concerns amid worries the scheme includes a “death tax” as Anthony Albanese says Scott Morrison is getting “desperate” ahead of the Federal Election.
Deputy Opposition Leader Richard Marles has rejected the assertion that Labor’s housing scheme is a death tax, in the event of a homeowner passing away and the inheritor not being able to buy the government out.
A person who uses Labor’s ‘Help to Buy’ shared equity scheme could be forced to stump up hundreds of thousands of dollars if their income increases above $90,000.
Scott Morrison says the government is not prepared to negotiate with independents if there’s a hung parliament; Finance Minister is confident homeowners are prepared for anticipated rate rises. Follow updates here.