Here's what the Trump presidency could mean for the housing market, experts say

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

49% : "We're going to open up tracks of federal land for housing construction," Trump said during an Aug. 15 news conference.
44% : More from Personal Finance:The typical first-time homebuyer is 38, an all-time highThe Federal Reserve cuts interest rates againTrump has promised no taxes on Social Security benefitsThere has been a small increase in new homes being built this year, but it's still not enough to meet the high demand for housing, leaving a significant gap in the market where there are not enough homes available for buyers, experts say.
38% : While building more homes is the simpler answer to address the housing issue in the country, other promises Trump has made could deter affordability efforts, experts say.President-elect Donald Trump wants to address housing affordability in the U.S. by fomenting the construction of new homes.
38% : While building more homes is the simpler answer to address the housing issue in the country, other promises Trump has made could deter affordability efforts, experts say.
29% : For instance, Trump has talked about enacting a mass deportation of immigrants in the U.S.

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