#affordability

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#housing-market
LA real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Southern construction boom is aiding housing affordability

Increased construction in the South is alleviating affordability challenges and influencing home-price trends as the spring homebuying season commences.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
LA real estate

The Number of Days You Need To Work To Afford a Monthly Mortgage Payment

LA real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Southern construction boom is aiding housing affordability

Increased construction in the South is alleviating affordability challenges and influencing home-price trends as the spring homebuying season commences.
NYC real estate
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

Homeownership further out of reach as rising prices, high mortgage rates widen affordability gap

Homeownership is becoming less affordable for most Americans due to rising home prices and mortgage rates.
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

The Number of Days You Need To Work To Afford a Monthly Mortgage Payment

Homeownership is increasingly unaffordable for many Americans due to skyrocketing prices and stagnant wages.
LA real estate
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

The Cost of Homeownership Now Outpaces Median Incomes in Every State

U.S. households need an average of $118,530 to afford homes amidst rising mortgage rates and increasing prices.
#technology
fromEntrepreneur
17 hours ago
Artificial intelligence

Why Are Some Business Owners Ditching OpenAI for This Less Expensive Tool? | Entrepreneur

#tariffs
#urban-planning
fromAustin Monitor
1 day ago
Upper West Side

Planning Commissioners and public weigh in on West Campus zoning updates with support... and some reservations - Austin Monitor

fromAustin Monitor
1 day ago
Upper West Side

Planning Commissioners and public weigh in on West Campus zoning updates with support... and some reservations - Austin Monitor

fromFoodie in Barcelona
6 months ago

Glug, European, Eixample - Foodie in Barcelona

The croqueta at Glug is a tennis ball sized and filled with macaroni, brilliantly merging playful cheek with culinary creativity.
Madrid food
#cost-of-living
Healthcare
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

More Americans Can't Afford Medical Care, Poll Finds

Health care affordability is a growing concern for millions of Americans, significantly impacting their well-being.
Healthcare
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

More Americans Can't Afford Medical Care, Poll Finds

Health care affordability is a growing concern for millions of Americans, significantly impacting their well-being.
#housing
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Despite political promises, Californians are stressed about their finances

California lawmakers are focused on affordability due to rising living costs as voters express growing pessimism about their financial future.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Final state budget includes Gov. Hochul's affordability measures as she prepares for tough 2026 re-election fight | amNewYork

SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Despite political promises, Californians are stressed about their finances

California lawmakers are focused on affordability due to rising living costs as voters express growing pessimism about their financial future.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Final state budget includes Gov. Hochul's affordability measures as she prepares for tough 2026 re-election fight | amNewYork

#public-transit
Alternative transportation
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Michigan Man Ditches His Car To Buy His First Home-Here's How

Transportation costs significantly impact housing affordability.
Choosing public transit over car ownership can lead to substantial annual savings for potential homebuyers.
Alternative transportation
fromThe Verge
6 days ago

Uber's new bus-like feature for commuters is nearly 50 percent cheaper than UberX

Uber introduces Route Share, an affordable ride option, combining ridesharing with bus-like features to enhance public transit connectivity and reduce car ownership.
Alternative transportation
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Michigan Man Ditches His Car To Buy His First Home-Here's How

Transportation costs significantly impact housing affordability.
Choosing public transit over car ownership can lead to substantial annual savings for potential homebuyers.
Alternative transportation
fromThe Verge
6 days ago

Uber's new bus-like feature for commuters is nearly 50 percent cheaper than UberX

Uber introduces Route Share, an affordable ride option, combining ridesharing with bus-like features to enhance public transit connectivity and reduce car ownership.
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

Don't let the economy ruin your summer

"People are tired of being nickel-and-dimed when it comes to certain situations. I think when you pay for something that's already bundled, it just feels better."
Fashion & style
#market-trends
NYC real estate
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

Homeownership Falls to Its Lowest Level in 5 Years-and One Age Group Is Hit the Hardest

Homeownership in the U.S. is at its lowest level since pre-pandemic, with 65.1% of Americans owning a home.
NYC real estate
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

Homeownership Falls to Its Lowest Level in 5 Years-and One Age Group Is Hit the Hardest

Homeownership in the U.S. is at its lowest level since pre-pandemic, with 65.1% of Americans owning a home.
#skincare
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Wine

If You'd Describe Your Schedule As "Chaotic," Here Are 36 Items To Treat Yourself To After A Long Day

fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago
SF food

From Beauty To Fashion To Home, These 47 Cheaper Versions Of Expensive Products Deserve Your Undivided Attention

fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Wine

If You'd Describe Your Schedule As "Chaotic," Here Are 36 Items To Treat Yourself To After A Long Day

fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago
SF food

From Beauty To Fashion To Home, These 47 Cheaper Versions Of Expensive Products Deserve Your Undivided Attention

NYC real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

NAR: Home prices are up in 83% of metros

Home prices are hitting record highs across metro markets, with the Northeast leading in growth.
Affordability for homebuyers remains a significant concern despite slight improvements.
#expat-life
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Silicon Valley real estate

A Gen Xer left California to start a business in a retiree hot spot in Mexico. His only regret is that he didn't do it sooner.

fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Silicon Valley real estate

A Gen Xer left California to start a business in a retiree hot spot in Mexico. His only regret is that he didn't do it sooner.

fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

There's A Good Reason Canned Foods Are So Cheap - Tasting Table

Canned food's affordable nature often leads to mixed opinions; it aids those in need but sometimes carries a stigma of low quality and nutrition.
SF food
#housing-crisis
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Tent encampments on the rise in Toronto, appearing in places not seen before: city | CBC News

The rise in tent encampments in Toronto reflects a deepening housing affordability crisis.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
4 weeks ago

Fires, tariffs and high interest rates: L.A. housing construction plunged at start of year

Housing construction in Los Angeles dropped nearly 57% in Q1 2025, exacerbating the city's affordability crisis.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
LA real estate

Hawaii's Testing Out a New Sustainable Material To Build Homes: Surfboards

Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Tent encampments on the rise in Toronto, appearing in places not seen before: city | CBC News

The rise in tent encampments in Toronto reflects a deepening housing affordability crisis.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
4 weeks ago

Fires, tariffs and high interest rates: L.A. housing construction plunged at start of year

Housing construction in Los Angeles dropped nearly 57% in Q1 2025, exacerbating the city's affordability crisis.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
LA real estate

Hawaii's Testing Out a New Sustainable Material To Build Homes: Surfboards

Renovation
fromMiami Herald
2 weeks ago

How a small Bay Harbor condo met Florida's tough rules. And kept costs down doing it

The Golden Key Condominiums have successfully navigated post-Surfside regulations while maintaining affordability for owners.
#electric-vehicles
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago
NYC startup

Bezos-backed Slate Auto debuts analog EV pickup truck that is decidedly anti-Tesla | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago
NYC startup

Bezos-backed Slate Auto debuts analog EV pickup truck that is decidedly anti-Tesla | TechCrunch

#zohran-mamdani
NYC politics
fromCommon Dreams
3 weeks ago

NYC Progressive Zohran Mamdani Notches National Sunrise Movement's First-Ever Mayoral Endorsement | Common Dreams

The Sunrise Movement endorsed Zohran Mamdani for NYC mayor, emphasizing his commitment to combating climate change and advocating for working-class communities.
NYC politics
fromCommon Dreams
3 weeks ago

NYC Progressive Zohran Mamdani Notches National Sunrise Movement's First-Ever Mayoral Endorsement | Common Dreams

The Sunrise Movement endorsed Zohran Mamdani for NYC mayor, emphasizing his commitment to combating climate change and advocating for working-class communities.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

Is $2,800 a Smart Mortgage Payment When I Take Home $5,200 Monthly?

One Redditor is going through this process right now and is trying to determine whether a home and mortgage are too expensive based on their current income.
Retirement
Gadgets
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

This ultraportable Windows laptop raised the bar for the MacBook Air (and everything else)

Asus Zenbook A14 expertly balances performance, affordability, and aesthetic appeal, making it an attractive choice for consumers.
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago

Sick of Disney price hikes? There's a park where it's 1990 again

It felt like stepping back to a simpler time in theme park history, where the experience was more about enjoyment than constantly spending more.
Travel
#real-estate
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Homebuyers Are Ready To Take More Risks To Get Their Dream Home

Homebuyers are determined to enter the market in 2025 despite affordability issues.
Risk-taking is becoming more common among buyers as they seek creative solutions.
Nontraditional loan products are gaining popularity as buyers look to stretch budgets.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
Boston real estate

Wealthy Rhode Island Beach Town Fights Back Against Proposed Tax Increase on All Homes Sold for More Than $900K

LA real estate
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Homebuyers Are Ready To Take More Risks To Get Their Dream Home

Homebuyers are determined to enter the market in 2025 despite affordability issues.
Risk-taking is becoming more common among buyers as they seek creative solutions.
Nontraditional loan products are gaining popularity as buyers look to stretch budgets.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
Boston real estate

Wealthy Rhode Island Beach Town Fights Back Against Proposed Tax Increase on All Homes Sold for More Than $900K

#dining
London food
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

London is officially one of the UK's best food cities in 2025, according to Time Out

London's food scene is highly rated for its diversity and innovation, but residents are concerned about affordability.
London food
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

London is officially one of the UK's best food cities in 2025, according to Time Out

London's food scene is highly rated for its diversity and innovation, but residents are concerned about affordability.
Chicago
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

It's the Midwest's time to shine: Baby boomers explain why the left the Sunbelt and moved back north

Domestic migration to the Sunbelt is slowing, with the Midwest gaining appeal due to affordability and climate conditions.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

This unassuming Midwestern city is the most affordable for renters

In the most affordable cities for renters, the median cost of rent is as low as 15% of the median income, compared to more than 33% in the most expensive cities.
NYC real estate
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago

Oakland's 'party restaurant' reinvents itself as affordable, family-oriented dining

While whiffs of Daytrip's wild child days remain - a few disco balls still glitter about the space - the new concept aims to deliver 'an awesome place to go often and take kids and have it be loud, family-oriented and affordable.'
Dining
Digital life
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

Why Global Digital Ambitions Will Fail Without Connectivity and Power | HackerNoon

Digital Public Infrastructure requires both electricity and internet connectivity to function effectively.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 month ago

Con Ed rate hike hearings are this week. Queens' borough president says NYC can't afford it.

Queens leaders urge Con Edison to halt proposed rate hikes due to affordability concerns for residents.
Fashion & style
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

25 Shoes So Comfy, You'll Be Tempted To Buy Multiple Pairs Of Them

Versatile and comfortable footwear options are available for various occasions.
Affordable shoes can combine style, comfort, and functionality.
Design
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Next-Gen Living: Customizable, High-Quality Bathroom Design Within Reach

The integration of design elements in environments significantly impacts functionality and aesthetic appeal, promoting a democratic approach to accessible quality.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany's 'Deutschland' ticket helps environment study DW 04/04/2025

The Deutschlandticket is helping to significantly reduce CO2 emissions in Germany by promoting public transport use.
New customers who previously avoided public transport are now regular users thanks to the Deutschlandticket.
#financial-aid
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Harvard will be free for students whose families make $100,000 or less

Harvard expands financial aid to offer free tuition to families earning below $200,000, enhancing affordability for middle-income students.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Harvard will be free for students whose families make $100,000 or less

Harvard expands financial aid to offer free tuition to families earning below $200,000, enhancing affordability for middle-income students.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
1 month ago

Sweeping Atlantic Avenue Rezoning Plan Moves Forward

The City Planning Commission approved a major rezoning plan for Brooklyn despite concerns over affordability and air quality.
LA real estate
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Most affordable place for first-time buyers is revealed as east coast remains pricey

It takes first-time buyers an average of five years to save for a home deposit.
Longford is the most affordable area for first-time buyers in Ireland.
fromwww.fb101.com
2 months ago

Pillsbury Funfetti Unveils New Celebrations Cake Mix, Bringing the Viral Sprinkle Cake Trend Home

Pillsbury Baking is making it easier than ever to join the viral Sprinkle Cake trend with its new Funfetti Celebrations Cake Mix, a budget-friendly way to create festive cakes.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

9 Things Dunkin' Does Better Than Starbucks - Tasting Table

Dunkin' isn't a perfect company, but in many ways, it does outpace its Seattle-based counterpart.
Beer
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

I Used to Believe Umbrella Insurance Was a Waste of Money, But These 9 Realities Changed My Mind

Umbrella insurance provides crucial financial protection beyond standard coverage limits and is not just for the wealthy.
fromZDNET
2 months ago

I found the ultimate electric screwdriver kit for repairs, and even beginners will dig it

The Jakemy 180-Piece Smart Cordless Screwdriver Kit offers a reliable combination of functionality and affordability, perfect for beginners looking to repair things easily.
Gadgets
Everyday cooking
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

The Internet Is Getting Heated Over A Viral Walmart Cake, And There's A WHOLE Lot To Unpack

Walmart offers affordable vintage heart cakes, attracting customers away from expensive custom bakers amid rising grocery prices.
NYC politics
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

NYC Mayoral Candidate Brad Lander Lays Out His Plan to Uplift the City's Workers

Brad Lander proposes a workers' rights platform that emphasizes job stability and wage increases to tackle affordability issues in New York City.
Austin
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

Housing panelists examine what's worked in Austin, and across Texas - Austin Monitor

Innovative zoning policies like 'rogue zoning' may enhance housing affordability in Austin.
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