Affordability
From Seattle to Atlanta, new social housing programs seek to make homes permanently affordable for a range of incomes
From Seattle to Atlanta, new social housing programs seek to make homes permanently affordable for a range of incomes Seattle has become a national model for social housing initiatives, with voters approving a ballot measure to fund permanently affordable homes through a payroll tax on high incomes. The city’s social housing program aims to provide […]
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What if universal rental assistance were implemented to deal with the housing crisis?
What if universal rental assistance were implemented to deal with the housing crisis? Universal rental assistance could be an effective solution to address the housing crisis in the US, as many experts agree that rents are too high and affordable housing options are scarce. The current subsidies in place, such as Housing Choice Vouchers, are […]
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To spur the construction of affordable, resilient homes, the future is concrete
To spur the construction of affordable, resilient homes, the future is concrete The traditional wood framing method used in most single-family homes in the US has limitations, including vulnerability to fire, water damage, and pests. Concrete offers unmatched strength, durability, and design flexibility, making it an attractive alternative for affordable, resilient housing. Precast concrete construction, […]
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What’s behind high housing prices?
What’s behind high housing prices? A new study looks at how the Great Recession, construction employment, and housing supply levels are linked. The Great Recession occurred 17 years ago, from December 2007 to June 2009. Led by a crash in the housing sector, it was the deepest recession since World War II and resulted in noteworthy […]
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