This study investigates the impact of trust on second-hand housing transactions in China. Using data from 17 cities, the study matches traders' birthplaces with a trust survey to measure trust levels. Empirical results show a significant positive correlation between trust and negotiation rate, with buyers capturing a trust premium. The study also examines moderating factors such as 'youth capital' and the substitution effect of local advantage, as well as gender differences. The findings have implications for understanding trust premiums in housing transactions and for policy regarding social credit systems.
Publisher
HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES COMMUNICATIONS
Published On
Aug 10, 2023
Authors
Fang Zhang, Hang Zhang, Yun Zhang
Tags
trust
housing transactions
China
negotiation
social credit systems
trust premium
gender differences
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