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fromwww.eppingforestguardian.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Why this area in Essex has been named among the least affordable places in UK

Epping is one of the least affordable places for single home buyers in the UK, with average property values significantly above local earnings.
fromBoston.com
5 hours ago
Boston real estate

Massachusetts earns an F on new homebuilding and affordability

Massachusetts ranks last in housing affordability according to a recent Realtor.com report.
fromTime Out London
2 months ago
London

How much you need to earn to buy a house in every London borough

Owning an average home in London requires an annual income of over £101,000, far exceeding typical London salaries.
SF real estate
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

The Salary Needed To Buy a Home in America's 5 Most Expensive Cities

Homebuyers 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.
Miscellaneous
fromTheregister
3 months ago

DoJ expands algorithmic rent lawsuit to six large landlords

The US Justice Department is expanding its antitrust lawsuit against RealPage for alleged algorithmic rent-fixing with large landlords, impacting housing affordability.
London
fromwww.eppingforestguardian.co.uk
2 months ago

Why this area in Essex has been named among the least affordable places in UK

Epping is one of the least affordable places for single home buyers in the UK, with average property values significantly above local earnings.
London
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

How much you need to earn to buy a house in every London borough

Owning an average home in London requires an annual income of over £101,000, far exceeding typical London salaries.
SF real estate
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

The Salary Needed To Buy a Home in America's 5 Most Expensive Cities

Homebuyers 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.
Miscellaneous
fromTheregister
3 months ago

DoJ expands algorithmic rent lawsuit to six large landlords

The US Justice Department is expanding its antitrust lawsuit against RealPage for alleged algorithmic rent-fixing with large landlords, impacting housing affordability.
more#real-estate
#new-york-city
fromwww.nytimes.com
14 hours ago
NYC politics

5th Straight Rent Increase Is Likely for a Million N.Y.C. Apartments

The Rent Guidelines Board is likely to approve rent increases for one-year leases for the fifth consecutive year.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
New York City

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.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
14 hours ago

5th Straight Rent Increase Is Likely for a Million N.Y.C. Apartments

The Rent Guidelines Board is likely to approve rent increases for one-year leases for the fifth consecutive year.
New York City
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

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.
more#new-york-city
#homebuilding
fromSFGATE
3 days ago
NYC real estate

See How Your State Ranks on the New Realtor.com Report Card for Homebuilding and Affordability

South Carolina leads in homebuilding and affordability as per a national housing report, reflecting significant regional disparities.
fromSFGATE
3 days ago
NYC real estate

See How Your State Ranks on the New Realtor.com Report Card for Homebuilding and Affordability

South Carolina leads in homebuilding and affordability as per a national housing report, reflecting significant regional disparities.
more#homebuilding
#vancouver
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago
Canada news

As Trump looms over Canadian elections, affordability a key factor

Housing affordability and rising living costs are major concerns for Canadian voters, especially in the context of the upcoming federal election.
fromThe Walrus
3 weeks ago
NYC politics

Is Vancouver Fed Up with Its Mayor? | The Walrus

Vancouver's ABC party won significant control in 2022 amid rising crime and homelessness, and now faces a by-election seen as a test of governance.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago
Canada news

As Trump looms over Canadian elections, affordability a key factor

Housing affordability and rising living costs are major concerns for Canadian voters, especially in the context of the upcoming federal election.
fromThe Walrus
3 weeks ago
NYC politics

Is Vancouver Fed Up with Its Mayor? | The Walrus

Vancouver's ABC party won significant control in 2022 amid rising crime and homelessness, and now faces a by-election seen as a test of governance.
more#vancouver
#portland
Portland food
fromPortland Mercury
2 months ago

YOUR SUNDAY READING LIST: PPB vs Trump's FBI, a Timbers Preview, and City Council Steps Up

Portland is addressing its housing affordability crisis and climate goals through new city initiatives and committees.
fromPortland Mercury
5 days ago
Portland food

Good Morning, News: FBI Arrests Wisconsin Judge, Oregon's Failing Grade on Housing, and Which Mountain Hungers for Your Blood?

Portland faces challenges with housing affordability and shifting public opinion on city budget priorities.
Portland food
fromPortland Mercury
2 months ago

YOUR SUNDAY READING LIST: PPB vs Trump's FBI, a Timbers Preview, and City Council Steps Up

Portland is addressing its housing affordability crisis and climate goals through new city initiatives and committees.
fromPortland Mercury
5 days ago
Portland food

Good Morning, News: FBI Arrests Wisconsin Judge, Oregon's Failing Grade on Housing, and Which Mountain Hungers for Your Blood?

Portland faces challenges with housing affordability and shifting public opinion on city budget priorities.
more#portland
#homeownership
fromNew York Post
6 days ago
NYC real estate

Miranda Devine: Leftists to blame for much of the US housing crisis - as almost a third of Americans are 'housing-poor'

The 'Let America Build' campaign aims to address housing affordability challenges faced by Americans.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago
US politics

Illinois lawmakers renew push for home construction tax credits

The bill aims to incentivize affordable housing construction in Illinois to combat rising costs and provide homeownership opportunities.
fromNew York Post
6 days ago
NYC real estate

Miranda Devine: Leftists to blame for much of the US housing crisis - as almost a third of Americans are 'housing-poor'

The 'Let America Build' campaign aims to address housing affordability challenges faced by Americans.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago
US politics

Illinois lawmakers renew push for home construction tax credits

The bill aims to incentivize affordable housing construction in Illinois to combat rising costs and provide homeownership opportunities.
more#homeownership
Canada news
fromthewalrus.ca
1 week ago

Which Party Has the Best Blueprint for Fixing the Housing Crisis?

Housing affordability concerns dominate Canadian voters' priorities for the upcoming federal election.
fromAustin Monitor
2 weeks ago
Austin

West Campus zoning program set for changes as city plans density-focused upgrade - Austin Monitor

Austin's West Campus neighborhood is set for potential zoning updates to promote density and affordability.
The proposed changes include significant height limit increases for new developments.
#economy
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 months ago
SF politics

Despite increased attention, housing affordability did not appear to be a key issue for voters

Housing affordability was important, but economic concerns dominated voter motivations in recent elections.
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago
Cars

Tariffs and Car Buying: The New, Unexpected Barrier to Homeownership

New auto tariffs are expected to increase car prices, affecting affordability and potentially hindering homeownership.
SF politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 months ago

Despite increased attention, housing affordability did not appear to be a key issue for voters

Housing affordability was important, but economic concerns dominated voter motivations in recent elections.
Cars
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago

Tariffs and Car Buying: The New, Unexpected Barrier to Homeownership

New auto tariffs are expected to increase car prices, affecting affordability and potentially hindering homeownership.
more#economy
#government-policy
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

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.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
4 weeks ago
LA real estate

Sutton houses cost less than 85,000 in 2000 here's how much they cost now

Housing prices in Sutton have surged significantly since 2000, reflecting broader economic trends and local market factors.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

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.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
4 weeks ago
LA real estate

Sutton houses cost less than 85,000 in 2000 here's how much they cost now

Housing prices in Sutton have surged significantly since 2000, reflecting broader economic trends and local market factors.
more#government-policy
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
NYC real estate

Baby boomers want to downsize their homes. But they fear the big, bad HOA fee.

Older homeowners face barriers in downsizing due to soaring HOA fees, which complicate their ability to afford new homes.
#cost-of-living
fromwww.ocregister.com
4 months ago
SF politics

California has 15 of 25 priciest places to live in US

California 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.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
UK politics

Australia's Albanese calls national election for May 3

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces an election campaign centered on cost-of-living issues and government spending concerns.
Optimism for the campaigning Labor Party contrasts with the Liberal Party's push for spending cuts.
fromwww.ocregister.com
4 months ago
SF politics

California has 15 of 25 priciest places to live in US

California 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.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
UK politics

Australia's Albanese calls national election for May 3

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces an election campaign centered on cost-of-living issues and government spending concerns.
Optimism for the campaigning Labor Party contrasts with the Liberal Party's push for spending cuts.
more#cost-of-living
#hud
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago
Online Community Development

HUD, DHS seek to stop undocumented immigrants from using federal housing programs

The MOU aims to ensure taxpayer-funded housing assists only eligible American citizens, linking immigration enforcement with housing affordability.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago
Online Community Development

HUD, DHS seek to stop undocumented immigrants from using federal housing programs

The MOU aims to ensure taxpayer-funded housing assists only eligible American citizens, linking immigration enforcement with housing affordability.
more#hud
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Bessent floats adding GSEs to sovereign wealth fund

Bessent advocates for creating public assets, particularly leveraging Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, to address housing issues and affordability.
He underscores the need for innovation in housing construction and regulatory simplification.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago
NYC real estate

The housing market is failing older adults,' Urban Institute says

The number of severely cost-burdened senior households has nearly doubled in the last two decades.
#private-equity
Non-profit organizations
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Government Assistance for Affordable Housing Is Enriching Private Equity Firms

Private equity acquisitions can lead to worker hardship while profits are enriched through government-funded housing programs.
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Why Resident Ownership Matters - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

The resident ownership model empowers low-income families in manufactured housing to gain control over their communities and avoid displacement.
Non-profit organizations
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Government Assistance for Affordable Housing Is Enriching Private Equity Firms

Private equity acquisitions can lead to worker hardship while profits are enriched through government-funded housing programs.
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Why Resident Ownership Matters - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

The resident ownership model empowers low-income families in manufactured housing to gain control over their communities and avoid displacement.
more#private-equity
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago
SF real estate

Texas orders cut to title insurance premiums

Title insurance premiums in Texas are set for a reduction of up to 19%, aimed at boosting housing affordability.
#legislation
fromSacramento Bee
4 months ago
California

California must not fixate on Trump and forget about affordability, Speaker says

California Speaker Robert Rivas emphasizes the need to balance affordability and responding to the incoming Trump administration, labeling housing affordability as a key priority.
fromPortland Mercury
2 months ago
Portland

New Housing Committee Takes on Portland's Affordability Crisis

Portland City Council aims to tackle housing affordability through legislation addressing rental pricing and availability.
fromSacramento Bee
4 months ago
California

California must not fixate on Trump and forget about affordability, Speaker says

California Speaker Robert Rivas emphasizes the need to balance affordability and responding to the incoming Trump administration, labeling housing affordability as a key priority.
fromPortland Mercury
2 months ago
Portland

New Housing Committee Takes on Portland's Affordability Crisis

Portland City Council aims to tackle housing affordability through legislation addressing rental pricing and availability.
more#legislation
#us-cities
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Business

Here's Where Minimum-Wage Workers Can Actually Afford Rent

American renters, especially those earning minimum wage, struggle to find affordable housing, often needing to spend more than 30% of their income on rent.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
NYC real estate

The Most Affordable Cities for Singles

Singles can save money on rent in affordable cities like Wichita compared to expensive ones like New York City.
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Business

Here's Where Minimum-Wage Workers Can Actually Afford Rent

American renters, especially those earning minimum wage, struggle to find affordable housing, often needing to spend more than 30% of their income on rent.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
NYC real estate

The Most Affordable Cities for Singles

Singles can save money on rent in affordable cities like Wichita compared to expensive ones like New York City.
more#us-cities
#mortgage-rates
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

These 8 charts show what bubble-spotter Ivy Zelman thinks will happen in the US real-estate market after the least affordable year since 1984

The US real estate market is expected to improve in 2025, but entry-level affordability remains a significant challenge for buyers.
fromNew York Post
5 months ago
SF politics

Trump voters prioritize basic needs over housing affordability in 2024 election: Report

Trump supporters prioritize everyday economic pressures over housing affordability, despite concerns about homeownership.
The economy and inflation consistently rank as primary concerns for Trump voters over housing costs.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago
Real estate

Fannie Mae says housing market optimism inched up in January

Housing affordability is expected to worsen as consumers anticipate rising home prices, rent, and mortgage rates.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

These 8 charts show what bubble-spotter Ivy Zelman thinks will happen in the US real-estate market after the least affordable year since 1984

The US real estate market is expected to improve in 2025, but entry-level affordability remains a significant challenge for buyers.
fromNew York Post
5 months ago
SF politics

Trump voters prioritize basic needs over housing affordability in 2024 election: Report

Trump supporters prioritize everyday economic pressures over housing affordability, despite concerns about homeownership.
The economy and inflation consistently rank as primary concerns for Trump voters over housing costs.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago
Real estate

Fannie Mae says housing market optimism inched up in January

Housing affordability is expected to worsen as consumers anticipate rising home prices, rent, and mortgage rates.
more#mortgage-rates
#journalism
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
London

The best and worst areas in the UK for savings and retirement plans

Financial 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.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
London

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.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
London

The best and worst areas in the UK for savings and retirement plans

Financial 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.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
London

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.
more#journalism
Miscellaneous
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

MBTA funding, hospital closures, and other takeaways from Healey's new budget

Gov. Healey's $62 billion budget proposal prioritizes transportation and education, leveraging the millionaires tax despite controversy over state hospital closures.
Miscellaneous
fromAxios
4 months ago

Landlords use pricing software that adds billions to rental costs, White House says

The DOJ's antitrust suit against RealPage highlights tensions around housing affordability and the role of technology in rent pricing.
fromBusiness Matters
4 months ago
Canada news

Rent rises slow, offering hope to beleaguered tenants

Tenants finally experience relief as rental growth slows to 3.9%, the lowest since August 2021, amid regional differences in rent increases.
fromVermont Public
4 months ago
Remote teams

Thousands more people are moving into Vermont than moving away

Vermont experienced significant in-migration post-COVID, particularly from higher-income remote workers seeking quality of life.
fromBoston.com
4 months ago
Boston real estate

Boston ranked one of the least affordable US metros

Metro Boston and Providence face significant housing affordability challenges, with low stocks of affordable homes driving competition and prices up.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

The 15 best places to live in the US, where homes are cheaper and there are lots of jobs to choose from

Naples, Florida is ranked the best place to live in the US for 2024 due to affordability, job opportunities, and quality of life.
fromSFGATE
5 months ago
SF real estate

In this Calif. metro, less than 2% of homes are affordable for median earners

Housing affordability in California remains dire, with only 16% of households able to afford the median home price of $880,250.
#rent-control
fromwww.ocregister.com
5 months ago
SF politics

California's rent control rejection might point to national appetite for different approach

California's voters rejected a proposal to overturn statewide rent control restrictions, indicating broad reluctance for such measures despite growing concerns over housing affordability.
fromSacramento Bee
5 months ago
SF politics

Prop. 33, California's rent control measure, is likely to fail for third time despite housing crisis

Proposition 33 to repeal rent control restrictions in California was rejected by over 64% of voters, marking another setback in addressing housing affordability.
fromwww.ocregister.com
5 months ago
SF politics

California's rent control rejection might point to national appetite for different approach

California's voters rejected a proposal to overturn statewide rent control restrictions, indicating broad reluctance for such measures despite growing concerns over housing affordability.
fromSacramento Bee
5 months ago
SF politics

Prop. 33, California's rent control measure, is likely to fail for third time despite housing crisis

Proposition 33 to repeal rent control restrictions in California was rejected by over 64% of voters, marking another setback in addressing housing affordability.
more#rent-control
#trump-administration
fromtime.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

What Trump's Win Could Mean for Housing

Housing 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.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago
Business

Opinion: Trump is stuck with the Fed's Powell. He needs to make peace

Trump's election results have led to rising mortgage rates, threatening housing affordability.
Support for Powell could ease bond market tensions and stabilize borrowing costs.
fromtime.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

What Trump's Win Could Mean for Housing

Housing 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.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago
Business

Opinion: Trump is stuck with the Fed's Powell. He needs to make peace

Trump's election results have led to rising mortgage rates, threatening housing affordability.
Support for Powell could ease bond market tensions and stabilize borrowing costs.
more#trump-administration
fromNew York Post
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Home-buying blues? Here are 3 cities where mortgage payments are less than $1,500 a month

Midwest cities like Rockford and Akron are emerging as affordable markets for homebuyers, with median prices significantly below the national average.
SF politics
fromFast Company
5 months ago

From rent control to property taxes, here's how state housing ballot measures fared in the 2024 election

Rising home prices and property taxes are concerning homeowners, while commercial property declines emphasize the urgency for effective housing measures.
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