Trump's Speech to Congress Highlights His Economic Agenda but Fails To Address Housing Affordability CrisisTrump's speech emphasized economic reforms but neglected crucial housing affordability issues.
Existing-home sales slow in January due to affordability challengesMortgage rates remain stagnant despite Fed cuts, complicating housing affordability against rising home prices.
Families Need To Spend 38% of Their Income on Housing: Here's Where You'll Pay the Most-and LeastMore than one-third of income spent on housing is outdated; families now spend more, with low-income families facing up to 75% of their earnings.Cost-burdened families struggle, particularly in high-price markets like California and the Northeast.
House hunters say No! as buying pace hits 41-year lowHome buying is at its slowest rate in decades due to high prices and mortgage rates.Current market conditions reflect a severe affordability crisis for potential home buyers.
The Income Needed in Each State To Afford a Starter Home at a 7% Mortgage RateMortgage rates are approaching 7%, making starter homes less affordable for first-time buyers.
Average rate on 30-year mortgage hits 6.6%, its third straight weekly declineMortgage rates are declining but homeownership remains out of reach for many due to high prices and affordability issues.
Trump's Speech to Congress Highlights His Economic Agenda but Fails To Address Housing Affordability CrisisTrump's speech emphasized economic reforms but neglected crucial housing affordability issues.
Existing-home sales slow in January due to affordability challengesMortgage rates remain stagnant despite Fed cuts, complicating housing affordability against rising home prices.
Families Need To Spend 38% of Their Income on Housing: Here's Where You'll Pay the Most-and LeastMore than one-third of income spent on housing is outdated; families now spend more, with low-income families facing up to 75% of their earnings.Cost-burdened families struggle, particularly in high-price markets like California and the Northeast.
House hunters say No! as buying pace hits 41-year lowHome buying is at its slowest rate in decades due to high prices and mortgage rates.Current market conditions reflect a severe affordability crisis for potential home buyers.
The Income Needed in Each State To Afford a Starter Home at a 7% Mortgage RateMortgage rates are approaching 7%, making starter homes less affordable for first-time buyers.
Average rate on 30-year mortgage hits 6.6%, its third straight weekly declineMortgage rates are declining but homeownership remains out of reach for many due to high prices and affordability issues.
Government Assistance for Affordable Housing Is Enriching Private Equity FirmsPrivate equity acquisitions can lead to worker hardship while profits are enriched through government-funded housing programs.
Why Resident Ownership Matters - Non Profit News | Nonprofit QuarterlyThe resident ownership model empowers low-income families in manufactured housing to gain control over their communities and avoid displacement.
Government Assistance for Affordable Housing Is Enriching Private Equity FirmsPrivate equity acquisitions can lead to worker hardship while profits are enriched through government-funded housing programs.
Why Resident Ownership Matters - Non Profit News | Nonprofit QuarterlyThe resident ownership model empowers low-income families in manufactured housing to gain control over their communities and avoid displacement.
Texas orders cut to title insurance premiumsTitle insurance premiums in Texas are set for a reduction of up to 19%, aimed at boosting housing affordability.
HUD secretary to NAHB: Costly regulations will be terminatedThe income needed to afford a home has doubled in five years, highlighting a housing affordability crisis.
A Letter to the Nation's New Leaders: Right Now, the American Dream of Homeownership Is in CrisisIncreased housing supply is crucial for improving affordability, overshadowing factors like real estate commissions.
FinLocker, FirstHome IQ join forces to rescue Gen Z from housing disasterPartnership aims to empower Gen Z with financial education for achieving homeownership amidst high market barriers.
Housing issues the incoming administration needs to prioritizeHousing affordability is a crucial issue impacting Americans across diverse demographics that requires urgent legislative attention.
Illinois lawmakers renew push for home construction tax creditsThe bill aims to incentivize affordable housing construction in Illinois to combat rising costs and provide homeownership opportunities.
HUD secretary to NAHB: Costly regulations will be terminatedThe income needed to afford a home has doubled in five years, highlighting a housing affordability crisis.
A Letter to the Nation's New Leaders: Right Now, the American Dream of Homeownership Is in CrisisIncreased housing supply is crucial for improving affordability, overshadowing factors like real estate commissions.
FinLocker, FirstHome IQ join forces to rescue Gen Z from housing disasterPartnership aims to empower Gen Z with financial education for achieving homeownership amidst high market barriers.
Housing issues the incoming administration needs to prioritizeHousing affordability is a crucial issue impacting Americans across diverse demographics that requires urgent legislative attention.
Illinois lawmakers renew push for home construction tax creditsThe bill aims to incentivize affordable housing construction in Illinois to combat rising costs and provide homeownership opportunities.
YOUR SUNDAY READING LIST: PPB vs Trump's FBI, a Timbers Preview, and City Council Steps UpPortland is addressing its housing affordability crisis and climate goals through new city initiatives and committees.
NYC renters face skyrocketing 'singles tax' as solo living gets pricier: report - QNSLiving alone in NYC incurs a 'singles tax' of $20,100 annually, nearly three times the national average.Rising rents in NYC disproportionately impact singles compared to those cohabiting.
Why this area in Essex has been named among the least affordable places in UKEpping is one of the least affordable places for single home buyers in the UK, with average property values significantly above local earnings.
How much you need to earn to buy a house in every London boroughOwning an average home in London requires an annual income of over £101,000, far exceeding typical London salaries.
The Salary Needed To Buy a Home in America's 5 Most Expensive CitiesHomebuyers are frequently spending over the 30% rule for housing costs.Atherton, CA, exemplifies extreme housing unaffordability, necessitating $1.85 million annual income for a median home.The ultra-wealthy often utilize larger down payments, bypassing traditional mortgage limits.
DoJ expands algorithmic rent lawsuit to six large landlordsThe US Justice Department is expanding its antitrust lawsuit against RealPage for alleged algorithmic rent-fixing with large landlords, impacting housing affordability.
Rent vs. Buy: Here's How Much More a Single-Family Home Costs To Buy Than RentWhile rental prices have decreased, the decision to rent instead of buy also involves considerations of maintenance, flexibility, and long-term equity building.
NYC renters face skyrocketing 'singles tax' as solo living gets pricier: report - QNSLiving alone in NYC incurs a 'singles tax' of $20,100 annually, nearly three times the national average.Rising rents in NYC disproportionately impact singles compared to those cohabiting.
Why this area in Essex has been named among the least affordable places in UKEpping is one of the least affordable places for single home buyers in the UK, with average property values significantly above local earnings.
How much you need to earn to buy a house in every London boroughOwning an average home in London requires an annual income of over £101,000, far exceeding typical London salaries.
The Salary Needed To Buy a Home in America's 5 Most Expensive CitiesHomebuyers are frequently spending over the 30% rule for housing costs.Atherton, CA, exemplifies extreme housing unaffordability, necessitating $1.85 million annual income for a median home.The ultra-wealthy often utilize larger down payments, bypassing traditional mortgage limits.
DoJ expands algorithmic rent lawsuit to six large landlordsThe US Justice Department is expanding its antitrust lawsuit against RealPage for alleged algorithmic rent-fixing with large landlords, impacting housing affordability.
Rent vs. Buy: Here's How Much More a Single-Family Home Costs To Buy Than RentWhile rental prices have decreased, the decision to rent instead of buy also involves considerations of maintenance, flexibility, and long-term equity building.
California must not fixate on Trump and forget about affordability, Speaker saysCalifornia Speaker Robert Rivas emphasizes the need to balance affordability and responding to the incoming Trump administration, labeling housing affordability as a key priority.
New Housing Committee Takes on Portland's Affordability CrisisPortland City Council aims to tackle housing affordability through legislation addressing rental pricing and availability.
California must not fixate on Trump and forget about affordability, Speaker saysCalifornia Speaker Robert Rivas emphasizes the need to balance affordability and responding to the incoming Trump administration, labeling housing affordability as a key priority.
New Housing Committee Takes on Portland's Affordability CrisisPortland City Council aims to tackle housing affordability through legislation addressing rental pricing and availability.
Will Labour help Londoners get on the property ladder, as they promise to build 1.5 million new homes?Housing affordability for first-time buyers in London has reached record levels, necessitating higher deposits compared to the rest of the UK.
The Most Affordable Cities for SinglesSingles can save money on rent in affordable cities like Wichita compared to expensive ones like New York City.
NYC's Affordable Housing Lottery Leaves Units Vacant for Months, Report SaysNew York City's Housing Connect lottery system is inefficient, leading to vacant affordable housing units despite high demand.
Lawmakers, housing groups react to Scott Turner's HUD confirmation hearingThe housing affordability crisis is critical, and clear plans from leaders like Turner and Trump are necessary to address it.
NYC's Affordable Housing Lottery Leaves Units Vacant for Months, Report SaysNew York City's Housing Connect lottery system is inefficient, leading to vacant affordable housing units despite high demand.
Lawmakers, housing groups react to Scott Turner's HUD confirmation hearingThe housing affordability crisis is critical, and clear plans from leaders like Turner and Trump are necessary to address it.
'There is no surplus after the cost of our rent'High private rental costs in London severely limit families' financial flexibility, impacting their ability to save for the future.
'It's getting worse': Silicon Valley wages lag behind cost of living - San Jose SpotlightThe cost of living in Santa Clara County outpaces wage growth, making housing affordability a crisis.
Londoners back rent controls as city faces 'cost of rent crisis'Londoners support rent controls due to rising housing costs.Average renters in London pay over 40% of their wages in rent.
California has 15 of 25 priciest places to live in USCalifornia has 15 out of the 25 most expensive metropolitan areas in the U.S., largely due to housing costs.San Francisco is the most expensive metro area, with housing expenses dominating the high cost of living.
Here are the 8 top cities people are moving to for cheaper rentRent prices have surged significantly post-pandemic, driving consumers to relocate or downgrade for affordability.
The Most Affordable Cities for Minimum-Wage Renters Will Surprise You (I Want to Move to Number 4!)Housing affordability remains out of reach for minimum-wage workers in all major U.S. cities, highlighting a growing crisis in rental markets.
'There is no surplus after the cost of our rent'High private rental costs in London severely limit families' financial flexibility, impacting their ability to save for the future.
'It's getting worse': Silicon Valley wages lag behind cost of living - San Jose SpotlightThe cost of living in Santa Clara County outpaces wage growth, making housing affordability a crisis.
Londoners back rent controls as city faces 'cost of rent crisis'Londoners support rent controls due to rising housing costs.Average renters in London pay over 40% of their wages in rent.
California has 15 of 25 priciest places to live in USCalifornia has 15 out of the 25 most expensive metropolitan areas in the U.S., largely due to housing costs.San Francisco is the most expensive metro area, with housing expenses dominating the high cost of living.
Here are the 8 top cities people are moving to for cheaper rentRent prices have surged significantly post-pandemic, driving consumers to relocate or downgrade for affordability.
The Most Affordable Cities for Minimum-Wage Renters Will Surprise You (I Want to Move to Number 4!)Housing affordability remains out of reach for minimum-wage workers in all major U.S. cities, highlighting a growing crisis in rental markets.
City Council unveils broad housing plan in response to Mayor's City of Yes zoning overhaul | amNewYorkThe City Council introduces 'City for All' reforms to address housing affordability and support working- and middle-class residents alongside Mayor Adams' zoning proposal.
Death of a Legend: Donald Shoup, Parking Reformer - Streetsblog New York CityDonald Shoup's work transformed urban planning, especially concerning parking policy.
The 10 Best Big Cities for Older Adults Aged 50 and UpCities must adapt to the evolving needs of adults aged 50 and over for better livability.
City Council unveils broad housing plan in response to Mayor's City of Yes zoning overhaul | amNewYorkThe City Council introduces 'City for All' reforms to address housing affordability and support working- and middle-class residents alongside Mayor Adams' zoning proposal.
Death of a Legend: Donald Shoup, Parking Reformer - Streetsblog New York CityDonald Shoup's work transformed urban planning, especially concerning parking policy.
The 10 Best Big Cities for Older Adults Aged 50 and UpCities must adapt to the evolving needs of adults aged 50 and over for better livability.
What awaits new HUD Secretary Scott Turner?HUD oversees a $73 billion budget and plays a crucial role in addressing housing affordability and homelessness in America.
What Trump's Win Could Mean for HousingHousing affordability emerged as a critical issue in the presidential election.Trump aims to address homelessness, especially among veterans, in his upcoming term.The impact of rising home prices on voting behaviors is significant.
From rent control to property taxes, here's how state housing ballot measures fared in the 2024 electionRising home prices and property taxes are concerning homeowners, while commercial property declines emphasize the urgency for effective housing measures.
What awaits new HUD Secretary Scott Turner?HUD oversees a $73 billion budget and plays a crucial role in addressing housing affordability and homelessness in America.
What Trump's Win Could Mean for HousingHousing affordability emerged as a critical issue in the presidential election.Trump aims to address homelessness, especially among veterans, in his upcoming term.The impact of rising home prices on voting behaviors is significant.
From rent control to property taxes, here's how state housing ballot measures fared in the 2024 electionRising home prices and property taxes are concerning homeowners, while commercial property declines emphasize the urgency for effective housing measures.
Single people struggle the most in today's housing marketSingle individuals face greater challenges with housing payments than married couples, highlighting economic disparities.
The best and worst areas in the UK for savings and retirement plansFinancial resilience varies significantly across the UK, with some regions thriving while others struggle, impacting homeownership and savings.Quality journalism should be accessible to everyone, supported by donations instead of paywalls.
Single people struggle the most in today's housing marketSingle individuals face greater challenges with housing payments than married couples, highlighting economic disparities.
The best and worst areas in the UK for savings and retirement plansFinancial resilience varies significantly across the UK, with some regions thriving while others struggle, impacting homeownership and savings.Quality journalism should be accessible to everyone, supported by donations instead of paywalls.
Opinion: Trump is stuck with the Fed's Powell. He needs to make peaceTrump's election results have led to rising mortgage rates, threatening housing affordability.Support for Powell could ease bond market tensions and stabilize borrowing costs.
State Democrats are looking for ways to advance their priorities without help from WashingtonState Democrats are leveraging local legislation to address key issues amidst federal challenges posed by the Trump administration.
Opinion: Trump is stuck with the Fed's Powell. He needs to make peaceTrump's election results have led to rising mortgage rates, threatening housing affordability.Support for Powell could ease bond market tensions and stabilize borrowing costs.
State Democrats are looking for ways to advance their priorities without help from WashingtonState Democrats are leveraging local legislation to address key issues amidst federal challenges posed by the Trump administration.
How to drive social change in a polarized post-election eraAddressing socioeconomic inequality requires unity and collaboration, not division and anger.The wealth gap is widening significantly, with a major concentration of wealth among the top households.Housing affordability is declining, reflecting a critical shortage of homes for low-income families.
The Climate Crisis Is a Housing Crisis. Black Communities Are Paying the Biggest PriceTrump's withdrawal from the Paris Climate Agreement undermines economic stability, especially in housing.
These States Have the Most Expensive Housing Markets in AmericaThe U.S. is experiencing a housing affordability crisis, with home prices surging by 53% since early 2020, leading to significant financial strain on households.
The Climate Crisis Is a Housing Crisis. Black Communities Are Paying the Biggest PriceTrump's withdrawal from the Paris Climate Agreement undermines economic stability, especially in housing.
These States Have the Most Expensive Housing Markets in AmericaThe U.S. is experiencing a housing affordability crisis, with home prices surging by 53% since early 2020, leading to significant financial strain on households.
Where are the most and least affordable areas to buy a house?The Independent prioritizes transparency in reporting while addressing pressing social issues like housing affordability and reproductive rights.
MBTA funding, hospital closures, and other takeaways from Healey's new budgetGov. Healey's $62 billion budget proposal prioritizes transportation and education, leveraging the millionaires tax despite controversy over state hospital closures.
Incumbent Kevin Mullin runs to retain 15th Congressional seatMullin aims to modernize the federal poverty line, addressing affordable housing, and improving transportation in a district challenged by California's affordability crisis.
MBTA funding, hospital closures, and other takeaways from Healey's new budgetGov. Healey's $62 billion budget proposal prioritizes transportation and education, leveraging the millionaires tax despite controversy over state hospital closures.
Incumbent Kevin Mullin runs to retain 15th Congressional seatMullin aims to modernize the federal poverty line, addressing affordable housing, and improving transportation in a district challenged by California's affordability crisis.
Federal report shows city's progress, shortfalls in addressing housing needs - Austin MonitorThe city has made progress on its housing goals but faces challenges in rental assistance and special needs housing, requiring further improvements.
Report shows two in three NYC Gen Zers struggle with rentTwo out of three Gen Z New Yorkers are rent-burdened, struggling with high housing costs amid rising wages that fail to keep up with rent increases.
It Was a Haven for New York Families. Now They Can't Afford to Stay.Families in Washington Heights are facing an affordability crisis, leading to their exodus from the area.Many residents question the benefits of staying in a community amid rising living costs.
A Housing Crisis Deepens, and a Reporter Digs InNew York City's rental market has experienced dramatic changes during the pandemic, leading to escalating housing costs.
Op-ed | New York's ground lease co-ops: Our families can't wait any longer - QNSGround lease co-op residents in New York City are at risk due to lack of protections against rising ground rent.Over 25,000 New Yorkers face potential home loss if legislative action isn’t taken.
Report shows two in three NYC Gen Zers struggle with rentTwo out of three Gen Z New Yorkers are rent-burdened, struggling with high housing costs amid rising wages that fail to keep up with rent increases.
It Was a Haven for New York Families. Now They Can't Afford to Stay.Families in Washington Heights are facing an affordability crisis, leading to their exodus from the area.Many residents question the benefits of staying in a community amid rising living costs.
A Housing Crisis Deepens, and a Reporter Digs InNew York City's rental market has experienced dramatic changes during the pandemic, leading to escalating housing costs.
Op-ed | New York's ground lease co-ops: Our families can't wait any longer - QNSGround lease co-op residents in New York City are at risk due to lack of protections against rising ground rent.Over 25,000 New Yorkers face potential home loss if legislative action isn’t taken.
DOJ Sues 6 of the US's Largest Landlords Over Alleged Price-Fixing SchemeThe DOJ sued major landlords for price-fixing, challenging their use of algorithms to inflate rental prices amidst a national housing affordability crisis.
Here's Where Minimum-Wage Workers Can Actually Afford RentAmerican renters, especially those earning minimum wage, struggle to find affordable housing, often needing to spend more than 30% of their income on rent.
Healey adds to growing broker fee opposition on Beacon Hill and Boston City CouncilGov. Healey supports eliminating tenant-paid broker fees, suggesting landlords should bear these costs to improve rental affordability.
15 Cities Where You Can Find a Rental for Under $1,500 a MonthAffordable rental options are available in several U.S. cities with median rents below $1,500, despite overall price increases.
Rent rises slow, offering hope to beleaguered tenantsTenants finally experience relief as rental growth slows to 3.9%, the lowest since August 2021, amid regional differences in rent increases.
DOJ Sues 6 of the US's Largest Landlords Over Alleged Price-Fixing SchemeThe DOJ sued major landlords for price-fixing, challenging their use of algorithms to inflate rental prices amidst a national housing affordability crisis.
Here's Where Minimum-Wage Workers Can Actually Afford RentAmerican renters, especially those earning minimum wage, struggle to find affordable housing, often needing to spend more than 30% of their income on rent.
Healey adds to growing broker fee opposition on Beacon Hill and Boston City CouncilGov. Healey supports eliminating tenant-paid broker fees, suggesting landlords should bear these costs to improve rental affordability.
15 Cities Where You Can Find a Rental for Under $1,500 a MonthAffordable rental options are available in several U.S. cities with median rents below $1,500, despite overall price increases.
Rent rises slow, offering hope to beleaguered tenantsTenants finally experience relief as rental growth slows to 3.9%, the lowest since August 2021, amid regional differences in rent increases.
Home-buying blues? Here are 3 cities where mortgage payments are less than $1,500 a monthMidwest cities like Rockford and Akron are emerging as affordable markets for homebuyers, with median prices significantly below the national average.
These cities have the most affordable homes for average wage earnersToledo, Ohio, and Detroit lead the U.S. in affordable housing options for average earners in 2025.
Home-buying blues? Here are 3 cities where mortgage payments are less than $1,500 a monthMidwest cities like Rockford and Akron are emerging as affordable markets for homebuyers, with median prices significantly below the national average.
These cities have the most affordable homes for average wage earnersToledo, Ohio, and Detroit lead the U.S. in affordable housing options for average earners in 2025.
Unless You Make $100,000 per Year, You Can't Afford the Typical Home in These StatesHousing affordability has sharply declined in the U.S. since the COVID-19 pandemic, driven by surging prices and stagnant wages.
Hate Property Taxes? The County With the Lowest Tax in Every StateThe housing affordability crisis is exacerbated by high property taxes and rising home prices, affecting over 100 million American households.Local property tax rates vary significantly, impacting homeowners' financial burdens heavily depending on where they live.
Unless You Make $100,000 per Year, You Can't Afford the Typical Home in These StatesHousing affordability has sharply declined in the U.S. since the COVID-19 pandemic, driven by surging prices and stagnant wages.
Hate Property Taxes? The County With the Lowest Tax in Every StateThe housing affordability crisis is exacerbated by high property taxes and rising home prices, affecting over 100 million American households.Local property tax rates vary significantly, impacting homeowners' financial burdens heavily depending on where they live.
Landlords use pricing software that adds billions to rental costs, White House saysThe DOJ's antitrust suit against RealPage highlights tensions around housing affordability and the role of technology in rent pricing.
Hundreds gather in London to protest against capital's soaring' rentsRising rents in London are causing significant distress among renters, leading to protests and calls for urgent housing reforms.
Map Shows States With Longest CommutesMany states with longer commutes correlate with expensive cities, driving people to suburban areas for affordable housing.
Thousands more people are moving into Vermont than moving awayVermont experienced significant in-migration post-COVID, particularly from higher-income remote workers seeking quality of life.
Map Shows States With Longest CommutesMany states with longer commutes correlate with expensive cities, driving people to suburban areas for affordable housing.
Thousands more people are moving into Vermont than moving awayVermont experienced significant in-migration post-COVID, particularly from higher-income remote workers seeking quality of life.
The U.S. is facing a severe housing shortage. Will Trump's proposals help?The housing crisis in America continues with skyrocketing costs and a significant shortage of homes, impacting millions of Americans' ability to secure housing.
StorageCafe: Texas leads the way for middle housing growthThe U.S. housing crisis could be mitigated by increasing middle housing inventory, which remains underdeveloped compared to single-family and multifamily options.
The U.S. is facing a severe housing shortage. Will Trump's proposals help?The housing crisis in America continues with skyrocketing costs and a significant shortage of homes, impacting millions of Americans' ability to secure housing.
StorageCafe: Texas leads the way for middle housing growthThe U.S. housing crisis could be mitigated by increasing middle housing inventory, which remains underdeveloped compared to single-family and multifamily options.
Real Estate Insiders' explore housing affordability issues and local government solutionsThe housing affordability crisis is driven by interest rates and local government actions to address low inventory.Buyers financing agent fees can adversely affect their loan costs and equity position.
Boston ranked one of the least affordable US metrosMetro Boston and Providence face significant housing affordability challenges, with low stocks of affordable homes driving competition and prices up.
Real Estate Insiders' explore housing affordability issues and local government solutionsThe housing affordability crisis is driven by interest rates and local government actions to address low inventory.Buyers financing agent fees can adversely affect their loan costs and equity position.
Boston ranked one of the least affordable US metrosMetro Boston and Providence face significant housing affordability challenges, with low stocks of affordable homes driving competition and prices up.
The 15 best places to live in the US, where homes are cheaper and there are lots of jobs to choose fromNaples, Florida is ranked the best place to live in the US for 2024 due to affordability, job opportunities, and quality of life.
Manufactured homes are appreciating faster than site-built homesManufactured home prices have surged nearly 60% over five years, highlighting a critical aspect of the housing affordability crisis.
In this Calif. metro, less than 2% of homes are affordable for median earnersHousing affordability in California remains dire, with only 16% of households able to afford the median home price of $880,250.
Panelists discuss how to solve Austin's workforce housing crisis - Austin MonitorHousing affordability in Austin impacts essential workers, leading to long commutes and low community engagement.
The 10 Best Midsized Cities for Older AmericansCliffside Park, NJ is the most livable midsized city for older adults according to AARP's Livability Index.
California's rent control rejection might point to national appetite for different approachCalifornia's voters rejected a proposal to overturn statewide rent control restrictions, indicating broad reluctance for such measures despite growing concerns over housing affordability.
Cities face limits on how they can expand rent control. Voters could change that with Prop. 33San Francisco expands rent control efforts, pending voter approval to repeal the Costa-Hawkins Act, amid a housing affordability crisis.
Prop. 33, California's rent control measure, is likely to fail for third time despite housing crisisProposition 33 to repeal rent control restrictions in California was rejected by over 64% of voters, marking another setback in addressing housing affordability.
California's rent control rejection might point to national appetite for different approachCalifornia's voters rejected a proposal to overturn statewide rent control restrictions, indicating broad reluctance for such measures despite growing concerns over housing affordability.
Cities face limits on how they can expand rent control. Voters could change that with Prop. 33San Francisco expands rent control efforts, pending voter approval to repeal the Costa-Hawkins Act, amid a housing affordability crisis.
Prop. 33, California's rent control measure, is likely to fail for third time despite housing crisisProposition 33 to repeal rent control restrictions in California was rejected by over 64% of voters, marking another setback in addressing housing affordability.
Despite increased attention, housing affordability did not appear to be a key issue for votersHousing affordability was important, but economic concerns dominated voter motivations in recent elections.
38% of early voters say housing affordability influenced their pick for presidentHousing affordability is a notable concern but not the primary factor impacting voter decisions in the presidential election.
Bloomberg survey favors Harris for housing costs, Trump for investors and cryptoHarris is favored for improving housing affordability, whereas Trump is seen as more beneficial for stock market and cryptocurrency investments.
38% of early voters say housing affordability influenced their pick for presidentHousing affordability is a notable concern but not the primary factor impacting voter decisions in the presidential election.
Bloomberg survey favors Harris for housing costs, Trump for investors and cryptoHarris is favored for improving housing affordability, whereas Trump is seen as more beneficial for stock market and cryptocurrency investments.
City Council Releases Its Own Housing PlanCity Council's 'City for All' plan targets affordable housing and tenant protections in response to the Mayor's zoning changes.
Watson touts progress while pushing for affordability, eyeing city's long-term needs - Austin MonitorEffective implementation of housing initiatives is critical to overcoming affordability challenges in Austin.
City Council Releases Its Own Housing PlanCity Council's 'City for All' plan targets affordable housing and tenant protections in response to the Mayor's zoning changes.
Watson touts progress while pushing for affordability, eyeing city's long-term needs - Austin MonitorEffective implementation of housing initiatives is critical to overcoming affordability challenges in Austin.
For 20% of California, half the paycheck or more goes to housingCalifornia's housing market is unaffordable, with 20% of its population spending over half of their income on housing.
127,542 fewer Californians departed last year, biggest dip in USThe flow of Californians leaving the state decreased significantly in 2023, marking a potential end to the exodus trend.
For 20% of California, half the paycheck or more goes to housingCalifornia's housing market is unaffordable, with 20% of its population spending over half of their income on housing.
127,542 fewer Californians departed last year, biggest dip in USThe flow of Californians leaving the state decreased significantly in 2023, marking a potential end to the exodus trend.
These 2 Boroughs Earned Top 10 Status On The Hardest Renters' ListNYC's rental market remains extremely competitive, with soaring rents dramatically outpacing wage growth.
Housing affordability is a political unifier among swing-state votersPublic opinion shows bipartisan support for government action on affordable housing amid a polarized political environment.
Opinion: Measure CC is the right choice for Berkeley's housing affordability crisisBerkeley must address a severe housing affordability crisis by increasing the availability of units under Measure CC and easing rental restrictions.
Hong Kong leader announces measures to address housing crisis in annual policy addressAddressing housing affordability, especially for those under 40, is a priority for Hong Kong's government.New measures announced will increase access to subsidized housing for younger citizens.