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Growing number of homeowners feel ‘house rich and cash poor’

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Stagnant wage growth and booming costs of living are stressing homeowners, according to a new HomeTap study released Tuesday. Continue reading →

What’s the key to ending chronic homelessness? Better data

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According to Community Solutions, the key to ending chronic homelessness is real-time data aggregation and tracking that enables communities to make smart, quick decisions. The nonprofit’s Built for Zero program helps local agencies transform their dat… Continue reading →

Mid-market inventory shortage is ‘canary in the coal mine’

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A new realtor.com housing trends study released Tuesday reveals another seismic inventory shortage may be on the way. Continue reading →

San Francisco at center of battle over ‘anti-homeless architecture’

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Residents in Mission Dolores placed boulders on sidewalk to keep homeless people away while sparking further conversation over the untenable cost of living in the city. Continue reading →

Realtor.com launches 3 new affordability tools for buyers

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The tools, available on iOS, Android, and desktop, provide buyers with a detailed estimate of what it will financially take to own a home. Continue reading →

There’s a solution for high home prices — but most don’t want it

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A new Redfin study reveals that 53% of buyers and sellers oppose high-density housing despite the fact it would significantly improve affordability. Continue reading →

Coastal cities and Sun Belt metros are building homes wrong: Study

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Zoning changes in Houston, Atlanta and elsewhere would allow ‘missing middle’ housing, according to new Apartment List study. Continue reading →

NAR affordability index dips for third straight month

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The National Association of Realtors affordability index dipped for the third straight month in May, meaning the typical family had less estimated income to afford a home at the national median price, according to data released Friday. Continue reading →

Rents are rising, but the US lacks sufficient middle income housing

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Recent years have been a boon for landlords and a recession doesn’t appear imminent, though the multifamily housing market does face some challenges. Continue reading →