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www.theguardian.com
3 days ago
London politics

Cap rent rises in England and Wales, Labour-commissioned report says

Rent rises should be capped to help struggling renters, with proposed measures including a double lock to cap increases at CPI or local wage growth [ more ]
New York Post
3 months ago
NYC politics

Gov. Hochul has struck out on housing reform - but here's what could actually help NYC's crisis

The annual session of the New York state legislature is a cause for dread for housing advocates due to the dominance of socialists who support government control of housing.
Proposals such as punitive rent controls and requirements for below-market-rent apartments contribute to the goal of government and nonprofit control of housing in New York City.
Governor Kathy Hochul's previous proposals for a land use revolution to force local governments to create more apartments were unsuccessful, suggesting a need for a more pragmatic approach. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
East Bay (California)

Rent control on the ballot? Advocates push for new Bay Area tenant protections

Tenant advocates are pushing for rent control measures in several Bay Area cities to protect residents from high housing costs.
Advocacy groups are filing proposed rent control ordinances in Redwood City, San Pablo, Pittsburg, and Larkspur to gather signatures for ballot measures. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
5 days ago
Writing

As we age, the space we occupy starts to shrink. Downsizing is a rollercoaster of memories | Robyn Read

Downsizing from a long-term family home can be emotionally challenging, reflecting generational shifts in property ownership and personal memories. [ more ]
therealdeal.com
5 days ago
LA real estate

Marcus & Millichap Multifamily Forum: Southern California 2024

The Marcus & Millichap Multifamily Forum: Southern California gathers multifamily investors, operators, developers to discuss investment, development, and management in apartment industries. Focus on rent control this year. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 day ago
California

Sen. Bernie Sanders endorses 2 California ballot measures, including rent control expansion

Sen. Bernie Sanders supports ballot measures on rent control and oil drilling restrictions in California. [ more ]
Kqed
2 months ago
California

Larkspur Voters to Decide Future of Rent Control In Their City | KQED

Opponents spent over $90,000 for a referendum, using misleading tactics, raising concerns among tenant advocates.
Rent control is seen as crucial due to rising rents in Marin County, with housing shortage leading to displacements and the need for more housing. [ more ]
KQED
4 months ago
California

Fairfax Tenants Accuse Landlord of Ignoring Rent Control Law on Ballot | KQED

A tenant's association in Fairfax is accusing their landlord of raising rent in violation of the town's rent control law.
The rent stabilization ordinance in Fairfax caps rent increases at about 2.5%, but tenants at the Lanai apartments were notified of a 5% increase. [ more ]
KQED
5 months ago
California

These 4 Bay Area Cities Could See Rent Control Measures on the 2024 Ballot | KQED

California's 2019 Tenant Protection Act capped rent increases at 10% for most properties built at least 15 years ago.
The act also imposes 'just cause' eviction protections, limiting the reasons landlords can evict tenants. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
NYC politics

Kathy Hochul gets on board with key parts of NY 'Good Cause' rent-control bill as state budget housing deal nears

Gov. Kathy Hochul supports key parts of the 'Good Cause Eviction' bill.
The bill would cap rent increases at 10% or 5% plus the latest Consumer Price Index. [ more ]
www.berkeleyside.org
3 months ago
East Bay food

Berkeley's tenant union rights, golden duplex rent control proposed for November ballot

The Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board hopes to amend the existing rent stabilization ordinance to enshrine rights to form tenant unions and eliminate a carve-out for golden duplexes.
Golden duplexes are currently exempt from rent regulation laws in Berkeley, but the proposed ballot measure would remove this exemption and subject them to rent control.
If approved, the ballot measure would also enshrine the right for tenants to form associations and negotiate with landlords over grievances. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

London mayoral election: Independent candidate pledges lower London rents and digital democracy

Mayoral candidate Serge Crowbolder pledges to lower rents in London and give citizens a greater say in City Hall's policies.
Crowbolder aims to lobby the government for better rents across the rental sector and to get banks on board with matching buy-to-let mortgage repayments with maximum rent. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

Freeze rents for two years to calm 'out of control' London housing market, says Green mayoral candidate

Green party's London mayoral candidate calls for a two-year freeze on rents to address out of control housing costs.
She proposes establishing a rent commission for London to set target rent levels and increase pressure on the government to grant mayor powers to control rents. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
East Bay (California)

After landlords flood meeting, Concord pushes back decision on rent control

The City Council of Concord has delayed their decision on a proposed rent control ordinance.
The ordinance would limit rent increases and require landlords to have just cause for eviction. [ more ]
www.eastbaytimes.com
3 months ago
East Bay (California)

In brief: Contra Costa's eligible residents can have taxes done for free

The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program offers free income tax preparation for residents of Contra Costa County.
The service is available to people of all ages with limited to moderate income, with special attention given to those age 50 or older. [ more ]
WSJ
5 months ago
Boston

Opinion | Mayor Wu's Boston Housing Problem

Efforts to restore rent control in Boston have failed, despite the efforts of Mayor Michelle Wu.
An initiative to introduce rent control in localities did not gather enough signatures to be on the 2024 ballot. [ more ]
Boston.com
6 months ago
Boston

Does rent control have a fighting chance in Brookline?

Brookline residents propose bill to stabilize rent and prevent rent increases from exceeding 7% per year.
Rent in Brookline has increased by 11% compared to last year for one-bedroom units.
The proposed measure would exclude certain properties from rent stabilization, such as units built in the last 15 years and buildings with four or fewer units. [ more ]
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