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California cities are weighing taxes on non-primary homes to address housing shortages and mounting budget deficits. San Diego's Measure A is one of them, with a vote coming this June and a $121 million deficit driving the conversation. What does the measure actually require of homeowners, and what happens after it passes? In this episode, Shane Harris, CEO and Founder of S Harris Communications, examines what enforcement would demand of the city and why he believes San Diego's fiscal challenges call for a different approach.

00:00 - Intro
01:13 - Proposal to Tax Vacant Homes
02:16 - Impact on Homeowners and City Funds
06:59 - Challenges of Enforcement and Legal Risks
15:28 - Alternative Solutions and Public Reaction
22:07 - Personal Background and Policy Philosophy
31:42 - Future of Taxation and Public Policy

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