A Clare Independent TD is calling for the expansion of the Help to Buy scheme so that people who want to buy vacant houses can benefit from it.
The scheme received a total of 7,000 applicants nationally in January which is a 36% increase on the figures in the same month last year.
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However, many people are unable to avail of the scheme, as it only applies to first time buyers or to people who are building a new home.
Deputy Violet Anne Wynne says people trying to get on the property ladder in the county have expressed frustration to her over obstacles in purchasing a home.
She believes the scheme should be broadened to include those who are buying vacant properties.
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