#affordability

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Renovation
fromMiami Herald
3 hours 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
fromInsideEVs
10 hours ago
Toronto startup

Here's Where Slate Will Build Its $20,000 Electric Pickup Truck

Slate Auto plans to produce an affordable electric truck in Indiana, creating 2,000 jobs and targeting 150,000 units annually.
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago
Cars

Kia is pitching Americans an affordable EV sedan with EV4 debut | TechCrunch

Kia’s EV4 sedan aims to offer an affordable electric vehicle option, appealing to a broader customer base.
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago
NYC startup

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

Slate Auto aims to provide affordable, customizable electric vehicles in stark contrast to traditional tech-heavy options, targeting a lower price point for consumers.
fromInsideEVs
5 days ago
Cars

Here's How Slate's Truck Transforms Into An SUV

Slate's debut vehicle emphasizes affordability and customizability, transitioning from a two-seat pickup to a five-passenger SUV.
fromInsideEVs
5 days ago
Toronto startup

Slate's Affordable EV Truck Has No Screens, Uses Your Phone For Updates

Slate's new pickup truck embraces minimalism, featuring basic functions without modern tech like infotainment or internet, offering a lower price point.
fromInsideEVs
10 hours ago
Toronto startup

Here's Where Slate Will Build Its $20,000 Electric Pickup Truck

Slate Auto plans to produce an affordable electric truck in Indiana, creating 2,000 jobs and targeting 150,000 units annually.
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago
Cars

Kia is pitching Americans an affordable EV sedan with EV4 debut | TechCrunch

Kia’s EV4 sedan aims to offer an affordable electric vehicle option, appealing to a broader customer base.
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago
NYC startup

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

Slate Auto aims to provide affordable, customizable electric vehicles in stark contrast to traditional tech-heavy options, targeting a lower price point for consumers.
fromInsideEVs
5 days ago
Cars

Here's How Slate's Truck Transforms Into An SUV

Slate's debut vehicle emphasizes affordability and customizability, transitioning from a two-seat pickup to a five-passenger SUV.
fromInsideEVs
5 days ago
Toronto startup

Slate's Affordable EV Truck Has No Screens, Uses Your Phone For Updates

Slate's new pickup truck embraces minimalism, featuring basic functions without modern tech like infotainment or internet, offering a lower price point.
more#electric-vehicles
#zohran-mamdani
NYC politics
fromCommon Dreams
1 day 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.
fromwww.stereogum.com
1 day ago
NYC politics

MJ Lenderman Brings Out NYC Mayorial Candidate Zohran Mamdani At Brooklyn Steel

Zohran Mamdani is a promising candidate for New York City mayor, advocating for affordable living and essential services.
NYC politics
fromCommon Dreams
1 day 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.
fromwww.stereogum.com
1 day ago
NYC politics

MJ Lenderman Brings Out NYC Mayorial Candidate Zohran Mamdani At Brooklyn Steel

Zohran Mamdani is a promising candidate for New York City mayor, advocating for affordable living and essential services.
more#zohran-mamdani
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago
Retirement

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

Homebuyers must determine affordability based on current income without assumptions of future income increases.
#performance
fromZDNET
1 day ago
Gadgets

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.
fromInfoWorld
1 month ago
Apple

You can build it on a Chromebook

Chromebooks offer fast boot times, automatic updates, and ease of replacement, making them user-friendly and cost-effective alternatives to traditional laptops.
fromZDNET
1 day ago
Gadgets

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.
fromInfoWorld
1 month ago
Apple

You can build it on a Chromebook

Chromebooks offer fast boot times, automatic updates, and ease of replacement, making them user-friendly and cost-effective alternatives to traditional laptops.
more#performance
#housing-market
Real estate
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Housing market outlook: What forecasters see mortgage rates doing through 2026

Mortgage rates are predicted to gradually decrease over 18 months, but housing affordability will remain an issue even in 2025.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

Boomers Who Own a Home Should Stay Put, Don't Sell Today If You Can Avoid It

High mortgage rates are discouraging home sales, limiting inventory as homeowners with low rates choose not to sell.
LA real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month 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.
SF real estate
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Forget Dream Homes-Here's What First-Time Buyers Really Want in 2025

First-time homebuyers in 2025 primarily want a sense of ownership and affordability amid market challenges.
Real estate
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Housing market outlook: What forecasters see mortgage rates doing through 2026

Mortgage rates are predicted to gradually decrease over 18 months, but housing affordability will remain an issue even in 2025.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

Boomers Who Own a Home Should Stay Put, Don't Sell Today If You Can Avoid It

High mortgage rates are discouraging home sales, limiting inventory as homeowners with low rates choose not to sell.
LA real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month 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.
SF real estate
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Forget Dream Homes-Here's What First-Time Buyers Really Want in 2025

First-time homebuyers in 2025 primarily want a sense of ownership and affordability amid market challenges.
more#housing-market
fromSFGATE
3 days ago
Travel

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

Tokyo Disney offers a more affordable and enjoyable experience compared to overpriced U.S. parks.
#housing
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Share how your experience of housing may have affected your political views

Housing experiences profoundly influence political viewpoints and societal values.
Positive or negative housing situations can shift individual outlooks and encourage advocacy for reform.
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 weeks ago
Roam Research

Roam secures $11.5 million to expand assumable mortgage access

Roam is focused on making housing more affordable with interest rates below 5%, enhancing buyer purchasing power.
fromArchitectural Digest
2 weeks ago
Real estate

8 Surprising Tenant Rights You Might Not Know You Have

Renter rights are essential as more people become renters and face rising housing costs.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago
NYC real estate

MBA urges FHA action to reduce multifamily regulations

Streamlining multifamily mortgage requirements can lower housing costs and improve housing production.
Unnecessary regulations complicate FHA multifamily loans, hindering quality housing development.
Recent executive orders aim to simplify FHA financing regulations, aiding affordability challenges.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Share how your experience of housing may have affected your political views

Housing experiences profoundly influence political viewpoints and societal values.
Positive or negative housing situations can shift individual outlooks and encourage advocacy for reform.
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 weeks ago
Roam Research

Roam secures $11.5 million to expand assumable mortgage access

Roam is focused on making housing more affordable with interest rates below 5%, enhancing buyer purchasing power.
fromArchitectural Digest
2 weeks ago
Real estate

8 Surprising Tenant Rights You Might Not Know You Have

Renter rights are essential as more people become renters and face rising housing costs.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago
NYC real estate

MBA urges FHA action to reduce multifamily regulations

Streamlining multifamily mortgage requirements can lower housing costs and improve housing production.
Unnecessary regulations complicate FHA multifamily loans, hindering quality housing development.
Recent executive orders aim to simplify FHA financing regulations, aiding affordability challenges.
more#housing
#housing-crisis
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week 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.
fromBrooklyn Paper
3 weeks ago
Brooklyn

'The rents just keep going up': Pols, tenants rally for rent freeze in Sunset Park * Brooklyn Paper

Housing crisis rally in NYC calls for a four-year rent freeze to combat soaring rental prices affecting vulnerable populations.
fromTNW | Future-Of-Work
1 week ago
European startups

Can construction robots solve Europe's housing crisis?

Automation in construction is proposed as a solution to the growing housing crisis in Europe.
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago
LA real estate

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

Hawaii's housing crisis is severe, with high costs and low inventory, prompting innovative solutions like using surfboards as building materials.
from48 hills
2 weeks ago
NYC real estate

Planning hearing on upzoning shows the two worlds of housing advocates - 48 hills

San Francisco's housing crisis highlights a divide in perspectives on market solutions versus community impacts.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week 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.
fromBrooklyn Paper
3 weeks ago
Brooklyn

'The rents just keep going up': Pols, tenants rally for rent freeze in Sunset Park * Brooklyn Paper

Housing crisis rally in NYC calls for a four-year rent freeze to combat soaring rental prices affecting vulnerable populations.
fromTNW | Future-Of-Work
1 week ago
European startups

Can construction robots solve Europe's housing crisis?

Automation in construction is proposed as a solution to the growing housing crisis in Europe.
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago
LA real estate

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

Hawaii's housing crisis is severe, with high costs and low inventory, prompting innovative solutions like using surfboards as building materials.
from48 hills
2 weeks ago
NYC real estate

Planning hearing on upzoning shows the two worlds of housing advocates - 48 hills

San Francisco's housing crisis highlights a divide in perspectives on market solutions versus community impacts.
more#housing-crisis
#real-estate
NYC real estate
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

12 major cities with increasingly affordable apartments as rent threatens to re-accelerate

Rent growth is accelerating despite slight monthly fluctuations, indicating strong demand in the rental market.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

This little-known Arizona suburb has become a surprising hot spot for transplants fleeing winter hell

Gilbert, Arizona is rapidly growing as an attractive alternative to Scottsdale for homebuyers and seasonal visitors.
The town combines affordability with luxury options, making it appealing to diverse buyer demographics.
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
3 weeks 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 week ago
Boston real estate

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

Newport opposes proposed conveyance tax on high-end home sales, asserting they already contribute significantly to affordable housing.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago
NYC real estate

Home-price appreciation continues cooling trend as inventory rises

Home-price appreciation is slowing significantly in 2024, particularly due to affordability challenges and rising inventory.
NYC real estate
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

12 major cities with increasingly affordable apartments as rent threatens to re-accelerate

Rent growth is accelerating despite slight monthly fluctuations, indicating strong demand in the rental market.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

This little-known Arizona suburb has become a surprising hot spot for transplants fleeing winter hell

Gilbert, Arizona is rapidly growing as an attractive alternative to Scottsdale for homebuyers and seasonal visitors.
The town combines affordability with luxury options, making it appealing to diverse buyer demographics.
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
3 weeks 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 week ago
Boston real estate

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

Newport opposes proposed conveyance tax on high-end home sales, asserting they already contribute significantly to affordable housing.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago
NYC real estate

Home-price appreciation continues cooling trend as inventory rises

Home-price appreciation is slowing significantly in 2024, particularly due to affordability challenges and rising inventory.
more#real-estate
#dining
London food
fromTime Out London
1 month 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.
fromSFGATE
1 week ago
East Bay food

I found the Bay Area's most affordable tasting menu. It's $39.

Mama Oakland offers an affordable tasting menu, becoming a popular choice for diners in a time of economic uncertainty.
London food
fromTime Out London
1 month 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.
fromSFGATE
1 week ago
East Bay food

I found the Bay Area's most affordable tasting menu. It's $39.

Mama Oakland offers an affordable tasting menu, becoming a popular choice for diners in a time of economic uncertainty.
more#dining
fromBusiness Insider
1 week 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.

Malahki Thorn moved to Puerto Vallarta from California to escape wildfires and start a new business, embracing a more affordable lifestyle.
#cost-of-living
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Mom lashes out over 'cash grab' birthday party with no cake: 'What was that?'

A viral video critiques a birthday party that lacked basic provisions, sparking debate over expectations and affordability.
Healthcare
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 weeks 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.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago
Retirement

This City Was Named the Most Affordable Retirement Spot in the U.S.-and It Has a High Livability Score, Too

Akron, Ohio, is the top affordable U.S. city for retirement, requiring under $1,700 monthly living expenses.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Mom lashes out over 'cash grab' birthday party with no cake: 'What was that?'

A viral video critiques a birthday party that lacked basic provisions, sparking debate over expectations and affordability.
Healthcare
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 weeks 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.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago
Retirement

This City Was Named the Most Affordable Retirement Spot in the U.S.-and It Has a High Livability Score, Too

Akron, Ohio, is the top affordable U.S. city for retirement, requiring under $1,700 monthly living expenses.
more#cost-of-living
#business-model
fromTasting Table
2 months ago
Dining

What Makes Texas Roadhouse Steaks So Affordable - Tasting Table

Texas Roadhouse offers wallet-friendly steak dinners due to a focused business model and strategic cost management.
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago
Dining

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

Daytrip Counter aims to offer a family-friendly dining experience with a focus on affordability after the closure of Daytrip.
fromTasting Table
2 months ago
Dining

What Makes Texas Roadhouse Steaks So Affordable - Tasting Table

Texas Roadhouse offers wallet-friendly steak dinners due to a focused business model and strategic cost management.
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago
Dining

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

Daytrip Counter aims to offer a family-friendly dining experience with a focus on affordability after the closure of Daytrip.
more#business-model
#housing-policy
Austin
fromAustin Monitor
1 month 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.
from48 hills
2 weeks ago
San Francisco

SF wants to run an untested experiment on West Side neighborhoods - 48 hills

The debate on upzoning revolves around its legitimacy in providing diverse housing options versus potential displacement of vulnerable communities.
Austin
fromAustin Monitor
1 month 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.
from48 hills
2 weeks ago
San Francisco

SF wants to run an untested experiment on West Side neighborhoods - 48 hills

The debate on upzoning revolves around its legitimacy in providing diverse housing options versus potential displacement of vulnerable communities.
more#housing-policy
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
3 weeks 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.
#style
Fashion & style
fromWhoWhatWearUK
1 month ago

These New $25 H&M Shoes Are as Chic as the $700 Designer Pair I Want

H&M offers an affordable alternative to high-end designer slingbacks, mirroring style without the price.
fromBuzzFeed
3 weeks ago
Fashion & style

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.
Fashion & style
fromWhoWhatWearUK
1 month ago

These New $25 H&M Shoes Are as Chic as the $700 Designer Pair I Want

H&M offers an affordable alternative to high-end designer slingbacks, mirroring style without the price.
fromBuzzFeed
3 weeks ago
Fashion & style

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.
more#style
#home-goods
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

Stylish and durable wine glasses offer high-end aesthetic at a budget-friendly price.
fromMission Local
3 weeks ago
Portland food

With Trump's 54% tariff on China, Richmond District houseware stores brace for impact

The upcoming tariffs on Chinese imports threaten the affordability of home goods in San Francisco.
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

Stylish and durable wine glasses offer high-end aesthetic at a budget-friendly price.
fromMission Local
3 weeks ago
Portland food

With Trump's 54% tariff on China, Richmond District houseware stores brace for impact

The upcoming tariffs on Chinese imports threaten the affordability of home goods in San Francisco.
more#home-goods
#design
fromArchDaily
3 weeks ago
Design

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.
fromArchDaily
3 weeks ago
Design

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.
more#design
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks 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.
California
fromSacramento Bee
4 weeks ago

Former California Attorney General Xavier Becerra announces run for governor

Xavier Becerra announces candidacy for California governor, prioritizing affordability and addressing major state challenges.
#financial-aid
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month 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
1 month 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.
more#financial-aid
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
1 month ago
Everyday cooking

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

Pillsbury's Funfetti Celebrations Cake Mix simplifies making trendy sprinkle cakes at home affordably and easily.
fromTasting Table
1 month ago
Beer

9 Things Dunkin' Does Better Than Starbucks - Tasting Table

Dunkin' often offers a better value compared to Starbucks, especially for regular coffee drinkers.
Everyday cooking
fromBuzzFeed
1 month 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.
Alternative transportation
fromSFGATE
1 month 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.
NYC politics
fromThe Nation
1 month 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.
Gadgets
fromDesign Milk
1 month ago

The Mixx Revival 55 Is a Colorful Suitcase Record Player

The Mixx Revival 55 is an affordable and stylish vinyl player that combines retro design with modern features at a price of $99.99.
NYC parents
fromstateline.org
1 month ago

Costs of child care now outpace college tuition in 38 states, analysis finds

Child care costs have surpassed college tuition in 38 states and the District of Columbia, posing challenges for working families.
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago
NYC real estate

A new hotline is available to support New Yorkers who moved out of the city

StreetEasy launched a hotline for former New Yorkers feeling nostalgic about the city, offering sounds and support for those missing NYC.
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