Ep 54: Beds in Sheds, Zero Affordable Homes Built in Dublin and Stamp Duty Cuts?

Three things this week. The government released its affordable housing figures for 2025 and claimed 17,700 homes delivered. The real number of state-built affordable homes for purchase is 935; and not one of them was built in Dublin City. I go through exactly what's in those figures and why the headline number is misleading. Then: a proposal to cut stamp duty for first-time buyers. Sounds like good news. I explain why it might not be. And finally: the plan to allow modular homes in back gardens without planning permission. No oversight, no tenancy rights for occupants, and who is going to enforce regulations? I explain why I think it's a tragedy waiting to happen. Sponsors: Beat the Bank Please support the Podcast and Instagram if you can over on my Patreon Make sure to follow me on Instagram and if you want to support the page and podcast, head over to my Patreon and get access to over 150 extra exclusive podcasts.