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Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
14 hours ago

The GPS for equity: Building the industry's first true navigation infrastructure

The mortgage industry must shift focus from speed to helping borrowers navigate complex financial decisions.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
2 hours ago

NYC Housing Calendar, April 20-27

Upcoming housing events and affordable housing lotteries in NYC are highlighted, with specific dates and income requirements for applications.
#homebuilding
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 hours ago

How one builder cut cycle time by 30 days with integrated ops

Private homebuilders face uncertainty, requiring quick adaptation and operational resilience, as demonstrated by Parkside Builders' digital transformation.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 hours ago

How one builder cut cycle time by 30 days with integrated ops

Private homebuilders face uncertainty, requiring quick adaptation and operational resilience, as demonstrated by Parkside Builders' digital transformation.
#data-centers
Online Community Development
fromTruthout
1 day ago

Want to Resist a Data Center? These Organizers Share How They Did It.

Local communities in the U.S. are resisting the construction of data centers due to environmental concerns and corporate influence.
Online Community Development
fromTruthout
1 day ago

Want to Resist a Data Center? These Organizers Share How They Did It.

Local communities in the U.S. are resisting the construction of data centers due to environmental concerns and corporate influence.
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
1 hour ago

G4Capital bullish on LA resi market despite investors exiting California

G4Capital Partners opens a Los Angeles office to address the lending gap in California's residential market left by traditional banks.
Healthcare
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Real estate investors are buying up long-term care facilities. Residents can suffer

Pearlene Darby died from infections and bedsores after alleged neglect in a nursing home, leading to a lawsuit against the facility and its owner.
Fundraising
fromTruthout
3 hours ago

A Data Center Is Getting a $77 Million Tax Break. It Promises to Create 1 Job.

JPMorganChase's data center expansion in Orangeburg received $77 million in tax breaks for only one permanent job, raising concerns about public money usage.
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Reynoso Lays Out Brooklyn Plan For Housing And Health

Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso announced significant investments in affordable housing, schools, and maternal health to enhance community well-being.
fromBrooklyn Paper
3 days ago
Brooklyn

A place 'where everyone belongs': Brooklyn borough president touts housing, health care gains, highlights vision of equity in State of the Borough * Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Reynoso Lays Out Brooklyn Plan For Housing And Health

Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso announced significant investments in affordable housing, schools, and maternal health to enhance community well-being.
fromBrooklyn Paper
3 days ago
Brooklyn

A place 'where everyone belongs': Brooklyn borough president touts housing, health care gains, highlights vision of equity in State of the Borough * Brooklyn Paper

Public health
from48 hills
21 hours ago

SF backs away from harm reduction and Housing First - 48 hills

San Francisco's approach to drug use and homelessness has sparked debate over the effectiveness of forceful intervention versus harm reduction strategies.
London
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 hours ago

Nothing left': Hong Kong fire survivors return to burnt homes

Survivors of the Hong Kong fire return to their homes five months later, finding little left intact after the tragedy.
fromwww.bbc.com
17 hours ago

What the 'biggest changes to renting in history' mean for London

The Renters' Rights Act has been described as the 'biggest change to renting in history', with significant reforms such as banning 'no-fault' evictions and ending fixed-term tenancy contracts.
UK politics
SF real estate
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

I started buying properties with family and friends in my 20s. I've bought 10 total, and one has made over $400k on Airbnb.

Co-buying properties with friends and family can accelerate homeownership and investment opportunities.
fromSnowBrains
17 hours ago

Efforts Underway to Upgrade Infrastructure at Park City, UT, Ahead of 2034 Olympics - SnowBrains

The Silverlode Express Lift, built in 1996, is known for having long lines, servicing many popular runs and being the closest lift to the Quicksilver Gondola. The new proposal aims to upgrade it from a six-chair to an express eight-chair lift, increasing uphill capacity from 3,000 to 3,600 skiers per hour.
Snowboarding
London politics
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Evictions rise in wake of controversial new rent reforms, data shows

Eviction notices have increased by 45% since new rent reforms were announced, putting hundreds of families at risk of homelessness.
Remodel
fromBuzzFeed
1 day ago

Homeowners Are Revealing The One Budget-Friendly Upgrade That Continues To Make The Biggest Difference

Cost-effective home improvement projects can significantly enhance comfort and aesthetics for homeowners.
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Toronto tenants launch new citywide union amid ongoing rent crisis and affordability concerns | CBC News

Toronto renters are launching a citywide tenants union to improve living conditions and address rising rental costs.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Op-Ed | How public-private partnerships can fast-track subway accessibility | amNewYork

Public-private partnerships are enhancing subway accessibility for New Yorkers with disabilities, improving efficiency and reducing costs for infrastructure projects.
#housing-affordability
SF politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

Virginia governor's amendments keep Faith in Housing Act in limbo

The governor's housing affordability campaign faces challenges, but a new faith-based housing bill could significantly impact development in Virginia.
SF politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

The ROAD to Housing Act passed big, here is what it missed

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act represents bipartisan recognition of a housing affordability crisis impacting the American Dream and political stability.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

Trending: employer housing benefits narrow affordability gaps

Private sector employers are increasingly offering housing benefits to help workers afford living closer to their jobs amid rising housing costs.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Here's what will actually move the needle on housing affordability

Housing affordability requires land-use reform and builders must shift focus to market segments where they can control outcomes, as traditional solutions like lower rates, off-site construction, subsidies, and value engineering are individually insufficient.
East Bay real estate
fromThe Oaklandside
3 days ago

Homeless shelter owner will get $1.6M from Oakland in settlement

Oakland will pay $1.6 million to settle a dispute with the owner of a former homeless shelter, amid claims of property damage and lease issues.
Boston real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

Maine enacts first state law to regulate home equity investments

Home equity investment arrangements can lead to significant future payments, prompting new legislation in Maine for consumer protection and transparency.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
3 days ago

Mayor Mamdani Goes to Housing Court, And What Else Happened This Week

Mayor Mamdani aims to support tenants facing eviction but has not committed to specific funding or promises.
California
fromStreetsblog California
6 days ago

Legislation Moving to Make It Easier to Build High-Rises Near Transit in CA's Seven Largest Cities - Streetsblog California

Assembly Bill 2074 aims to facilitate high-rise housing near transit hubs in California's largest cities by streamlining approval processes.
Europe news
fromArchDaily
5 days ago

Reimagining the Complete Neighborhood through Urban Renaturing

ReGreeneration project aims to transform European cities to remain livable amid climate change.
Design
fromArchDaily
5 days ago

What Lies Beneath: 10 Projects Reshaping the Ground Level

Architecture's pursuit of lightness often leads to fragmented public spaces rather than continuous, accessible ground areas.
#homeownership
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

Buy or rent? 10-year study analyzes wealth gap in 250 US cities

Homeownership is more profitable than renting in 250 cities, with significant equity advantages in fast-growing markets like Miami and Florida cities.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago
NYC real estate

We bought a house that's too small so we could afford our dream neighborhood. A $300,000 third-party loan will help us renovate.

The Feinbergs purchased a small home in Wayne, Pennsylvania, and planned to expand it using RenoFi financing based on future value.
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 weeks ago
Real estate

Balance Homes updates co-ownership program

Balance's program offers structured support for homeowners, focusing on co-ownership and a path to full ownership with ongoing counseling and financial incentives.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

Buy or rent? 10-year study analyzes wealth gap in 250 US cities

Homeownership is more profitable than renting in 250 cities, with significant equity advantages in fast-growing markets like Miami and Florida cities.
NYC real estate
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

We bought a house that's too small so we could afford our dream neighborhood. A $300,000 third-party loan will help us renovate.

The Feinbergs purchased a small home in Wayne, Pennsylvania, and planned to expand it using RenoFi financing based on future value.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 weeks ago

Balance Homes updates co-ownership program

Balance's program offers structured support for homeowners, focusing on co-ownership and a path to full ownership with ongoing counseling and financial incentives.
#housing-policy
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
2 hours ago

Opinion: The Cost of Delay, And Why SEQRA Reform Matters For New Yorkers

The State Environmental Quality Review Act often hinders housing development, increasing costs and delays that negatively impact New Yorkers' access to affordable housing.
NYC real estate
from48 hills
4 days ago

The best and worst of CA housing policy, on display at UCLA conference - 48 hills

The Yimby narrative on housing is challenged by evidence showing economic inequality, not regulation, drives high housing prices.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
2 hours ago

Opinion: The Cost of Delay, And Why SEQRA Reform Matters For New Yorkers

The State Environmental Quality Review Act often hinders housing development, increasing costs and delays that negatively impact New Yorkers' access to affordable housing.
NYC real estate
from48 hills
4 days ago

The best and worst of CA housing policy, on display at UCLA conference - 48 hills

The Yimby narrative on housing is challenged by evidence showing economic inequality, not regulation, drives high housing prices.
#palo-alto
East Bay real estate
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 days ago

Palo Alto's safe parking program can't find case managers - San Jose Spotlight

The safe parking site in Palo Alto struggles with long-term stays due to housing challenges, with average residency around 450 days.
East Bay real estate
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 days ago

Palo Alto's safe parking program can't find case managers - San Jose Spotlight

The safe parking site in Palo Alto struggles with long-term stays due to housing challenges, with average residency around 450 days.
Real estate
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

Here's What's Blocking You From Getting the Best Housing Deals

Real estate innovation struggles with distribution, preventing new technologies from reaching consumers despite advancements in proptech.
Renovation
fromFast Company
12 hours ago

How a Rhode Island apartment building for seniors installed 277 heat pumps in just 12 days

Carroll Tower retrofitted with 277 heat pumps, reducing energy costs and emissions significantly.
#affordable-housing
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Hundreds of affordable housing units funded by new L.A. County agency

L.A. County Affordable Housing Solutions Agency approved over $100 million for affordable housing, aiming to simplify funding and expedite construction.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
6 days ago

Brooklyn Gains 153-Unit Affordable Senior Housing Development

A new affordable senior housing development in Bushwick adds 153 units for low-income older adults, including formerly homeless seniors, promoting aging-in-place options.
NYC real estate
fromBrownstoner
4 days ago

Affordable Housing Lottery Opens for Seniors in Brownsville

Affordable housing lottery opens for 142 senior apartments in Brownsville, with 47 units designated as truly affordable.
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
3 weeks ago

Church and state join in push for new wave of resi development

Developers are partnering with churches to reduce land acquisition costs for affordable housing projects, saving millions in expenses.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Hundreds of affordable housing units funded by new L.A. County agency

L.A. County Affordable Housing Solutions Agency approved over $100 million for affordable housing, aiming to simplify funding and expedite construction.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
6 days ago

Brooklyn Gains 153-Unit Affordable Senior Housing Development

A new affordable senior housing development in Bushwick adds 153 units for low-income older adults, including formerly homeless seniors, promoting aging-in-place options.
NYC real estate
fromBrownstoner
4 days ago

Affordable Housing Lottery Opens for Seniors in Brownsville

Affordable housing lottery opens for 142 senior apartments in Brownsville, with 47 units designated as truly affordable.
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
3 weeks ago

Church and state join in push for new wave of resi development

Developers are partnering with churches to reduce land acquisition costs for affordable housing projects, saving millions in expenses.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 days ago

Plans to redevelop west London school and build 300 homes scrapped over community concerns

Plans to redevelop Phoenix Academy and build 307 homes in west London were rejected due to scale concerns and lack of community consultation.
#homelessness
Public health
fromHarvard Gazette
3 days ago

How 3 mayors are combating homelessness - Harvard Gazette

Homelessness in the U.S. has increased by 18%, affecting public safety and health, prompting mayors to seek collaborative solutions.
LA real estate
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 days ago

San Jose shelter is a stop on the way to permanent housing - San Jose Spotlight

The Arena Hotel in San Jose will serve as a temporary shelter for residents transitioning to permanent housing with federal vouchers.
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
5 days ago

The New Yorkers who can't get housing vouchers as Mamdani fights program expansion

Ciro Sollazzi faces eviction and fears homelessness after losing his job and falling behind on rent.
Public health
fromHarvard Gazette
3 days ago

How 3 mayors are combating homelessness - Harvard Gazette

Homelessness in the U.S. has increased by 18%, affecting public safety and health, prompting mayors to seek collaborative solutions.
LA real estate
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 days ago

San Jose shelter is a stop on the way to permanent housing - San Jose Spotlight

The Arena Hotel in San Jose will serve as a temporary shelter for residents transitioning to permanent housing with federal vouchers.
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
5 days ago

The New Yorkers who can't get housing vouchers as Mamdani fights program expansion

Ciro Sollazzi faces eviction and fears homelessness after losing his job and falling behind on rent.
California
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 days ago

California weighs state-backed loans for downtown housing towers

California has enacted laws to increase housing density and affordability, particularly near public transit, aiming to revitalize urban areas post-pandemic.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

They lost their homes to fire. Now they're rebuilding with all-electric.

Burning gas and propane for cooking, water heating and space heating in California homes and businesses creates 10% of the state's greenhouse gas emissions. It also releases pollutants indoors.
LA real estate
#residential-architecture
Renovation
fromArchDaily
3 days ago

7 Unbuilt Houses Shaped by Site, Climate, and Constraints

Residential architecture is explored through unbuilt projects that respond to site, climate, and constraints, emphasizing the house as a spatial system.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
3 days ago

7 Unbuilt Houses Shaped by Site, Climate, and Constraints

Residential architecture is explored through unbuilt projects that respond to site, climate, and constraints, emphasizing the house as a spatial system.
East Bay real estate
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
4 days ago

Berkeley raises bar to landmark buildings, over objections from preservationists

Berkeley City Council increased petition signature requirements for landmark status, raising concerns about citizen participation and development delays.
NYC real estate
fromHoodline
2 days ago

East Flatbush Tenants Rage At Mystery Landlord As Building Falls Apart

Tenants face severe living conditions with infestations and damage, struggling with unclear ownership and unresolved repairs after the landlord's death.
Austin
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

Austin council pushes new zoning laws for missing middle housing

Austin City Council approved land-use changes to accelerate construction of missing-middle housing types, aiming to address housing shortages and slow price growth.
#real-estate
Real estate
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

'Accidental Landlords' Hit Near-Record Levels -- 1 Stock to Buy, 1 to Avoid

Many sellers are becoming 'accidental landlords' as home prices remain high and mortgage rates stay near 6%.
Real estate
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

'Accidental Landlords' Hit Near-Record Levels -- 1 Stock to Buy, 1 to Avoid

Many sellers are becoming 'accidental landlords' as home prices remain high and mortgage rates stay near 6%.
NYC real estate
fromNews 12 - Long Island
2 days ago

Tenants raise concerns about East Flatbush apartment building's new landlord

Tenants in East Flatbush face severe living conditions, including structural issues and pest infestations, while struggling with unclear landlord ownership.
#housing-market
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

How the ROAD to Housing Act could improve home affordability

COVID-19 and Federal Reserve actions led to a housing market frenzy, but rising mortgage rates and inflation have since decimated affordability.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

Sweeping residential zoning reform becomes law in Idaho

Mountain West states like Idaho experienced housing price surges due to an influx of remote workers during the pandemic, but local governments resist regulatory changes.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

How the ROAD to Housing Act could improve home affordability

COVID-19 and Federal Reserve actions led to a housing market frenzy, but rising mortgage rates and inflation have since decimated affordability.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

Sweeping residential zoning reform becomes law in Idaho

Mountain West states like Idaho experienced housing price surges due to an influx of remote workers during the pandemic, but local governments resist regulatory changes.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
15 hours ago

Home inspection trends reshaping the 2026 housing market

The home inspection industry is evolving, impacting mortgage processes through standard thermal imaging and video walkthrough reports.
Real estate
fromTravel + Leisure
1 day ago

8 Best U.S. Cities for First-time Homebuyers Looking for Affordability and Opportunity

Certain U.S. metro areas offer better conditions for first-time homebuyers, with improved affordability and less competition.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

If you want housing abundance, let the market work

Good urbanism should transcend politics. Socialists and capitalists can walk the same neighborhood and agree it's a pleasant place to live. They can each appreciate the tree canopy, the corner café with people spilling onto the sidewalk, the mix of ages on bikes and on foot, the architectural details of older buildings, and so on.
Philosophy
#new-york-city
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago
NYC real estate

Expert Analysis | Creating housing from public library and city-owneddevelopment rights | amNewYork

NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
5 days ago

Opinion: Don't Let a Proven Housing Preservation Tool Slip Through the Cracks

New York City must reform the J-51 program to preserve affordable housing and address the housing crisis effectively.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Expert Analysis | Creating housing from public library and city-owneddevelopment rights | amNewYork

New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin advocates for proactive land use planning to address housing and affordability issues.
Real estate
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

The US cities with the most affordable rent in 2026

Rental markets vary significantly across US cities, with some renters spending over 33% of their income on rent, while others spend around 18.5%.
Real estate
fromFortune
4 days ago

The housing crisis has become HR's problem. Helping workers buy homes near the office is employers' newest RTO play | Fortune

Employer-assisted housing programs are emerging to help workers with homebuying costs amid rising housing challenges.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

NAREB affordable homeownership bus tour targets Black homeownership gap

NAREB launched an Affordable Homeownership Bus Tour to address the Black homeownership gap through education and resources in eight U.S. cities.
Boston real estate
Cities can unlock 100,000+ housing units by leveraging 50+ million square feet of unused development rights on municipal properties and transit facilities through strategic air-rights deployment and alternative ownership models beyond traditional ground leases.
#housing-shortage
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

America's housing shortage stems from more than overregulation

America's housing shortage is a long-term issue, with permits significantly below historical averages and a homeowner vacancy rate at a record low.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 days ago

White House says US has housing deficit of 10 million units

The estimated housing shortage in the U.S. ranges from 1.2 million to over 4 million units, depending on the criteria used.
#housing-supply
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

Kentucky housing reform bill collapses in final hours

The omnibus measure SB 9 aimed to expand housing supply but failed due to disagreements over short-term rental regulations.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

Kentucky housing reform bill collapses in final hours

The omnibus measure SB 9 aimed to expand housing supply but failed due to disagreements over short-term rental regulations.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
2 weeks ago

Opinion: Expanding the J-51 Tax Incentive is Key Co-ops Staying Affordable-And Becoming Sustainable

Expanded J-51 proposal can help co-ops afford energy upgrades and maintain affordability for residents.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

Chain reaction: A framework for America's housing and retirement crises

The American Dream faces challenges in homeownership due to affordability, inventory issues, and systemic policy failures.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

How Public Financing Wins Projects Before You Build

Through Community Facilities Districts (CFD), Municipal Utility Districts (MUD), Public Improvement Districts (PID), Community Development Districts (CDD) and reimbursement districts (RD), builders can potentially shift infrastructure costs off their balance sheets and onto special districts that homebuyers ultimately absorb through property taxes without potentially adding debt to the builder's books.
LA real estate
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Housing muni market swells amid affordability policy debate

Municipal bonds have become a critical financing tool for affordable housing, growing 198% since 2016 and now representing 7% of the $4.4 trillion municipal bond market.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Can innovation, policy reform redeem manufactured housing's image?

Manufactured housing offers a hidden solution to U.S. housing affordability through low cost, portability, and scalability, but negative stigmas and outdated perceptions prevent significant market adoption despite growing government support.
fromLos Angeles Times
41 years ago

Loan Arranged for Rehab Development

First Interstate Mortgage Co.'s income property division has arranged a $2.3-million construction loan and $2.6-million permanent loan for the rehabilitation of an existing three-story building in Pasadena, located at 95 N. Marengo St.
Real estate
Real estate
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

A Few Legal Tweaks Could Unlock A Mother Lode of Housing Near Transit - Streetsblog USA

The Build HUBS Act would enable communities to use TIFIA and RRIF funds to finance transit-oriented housing near transit, potentially unlocking up to 100,000 units.
Real estate
fromFast Company
2 months ago

The row house is back to solve the housing crisis

Prefabricated row-house kits enable faster, cheaper urban infill construction to expand missing-middle housing and address city housing shortages.
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