New Analysis Looks at Which Housing Markets Could be Headed for Trouble
These vulnerable areas are concentrated in four states, according to the findings.
New Analysis Looks at Where People Pay the Most in Property Taxes
The report breaks down county level payments and offers a state-to-state comparison that takes into account property values and differences in how the taxes are assessed.
The Housing Market is Cooling Off
With interest rates rising, a new report shows sales down year over year and more homes selling for below asking prices.
State Lawmaker Discusses New $125M Program That Will Help Pay for Home Repairs
Pennsylvania State Sen. Nikil Saval's Whole-Home Repairs Program was included in this year’s state budget.
The Problem With Homeowners Being More Likely to Vote
COMMENTARY | Homeownership boosts voter turnout. But is that a good thing?
Strategies for Solving Homelessness Across the US
A look at how communities are making progress helping people who are homeless.
‘Really Disappointing’: For Housing Advocates, Democrats’ New Spending Law Is a Major Letdown
After $150 billion for affordable housing was stripped from the legislation, they’re looking for alternatives to secure funding they say is urgently needed to address rising rents and home prices.
Best US Cities to Rent an Apartment
Five of the top 10 cities are small, including No. 1 Round Rock, Texas, near Austin.
How Cities Can Learn From Today’s Climate Crises to Prepare for Tomorrow
Dallas, which last week was hit with nearly 15 inches of rain that turned roads into rivers and poured into homes, is only the latest flood disaster.
The US Needs Millions More Apartment Homes. What Can Localities Do to Help Boost Supply?
Building industry officials say more flexible local zoning and land use regulations could be key to increasing the number of apartments. Some cities and counties are doing those things, but the situation is complex.
Home Sale Prices Fall Swiftly in Pandemic Boomtowns
Many homes for sale in July nationwide experienced price drops, especially those in cities that saw an influx of residents during the pandemic. Boise, Idaho, led the pack with nearly 70% of houses on the market falling in price.
Housing Affordability Falls to Lowest Level Since Great Recession
Inflation, low inventory and rising mortgage rates are hampering housing availability for families nationwide, according to a report. But there are a few cities in the Midwest and Pennsylvania where housing is still reasonable.
How the Pandemic Is Leaving a Lasting Mark on Mountain Towns
It’s not just higher home prices.
Biden Signs Semiconductor Bill, Spurring Hopes for New Jobs and Manufacturing Around the US
The $54.2 billion measure drew broad support from local leaders, who believe their regions could benefit. “We need to make these chips here in America," the president said.
The Plan to Turn Blighted Houses into a New Source of Green Power for the Grid
A California nonprofit is retrofitting homes to make a "virtual power plant" — and fighting gentrification at the same time.
Feds Offer Greater Flexibility to Use ARPA Money for Housing
Counties welcomed the updated American Rescue Plan Act guidance. With rents and home prices high, the Biden administration is urging states and localities to put some of their federal pandemic aid towards housing programs.
HUD’s New Plan to Help Low-Income Renters
The department of Housing and Urban Development is looking to give households a boost building credit, saving money and improving financial literacy.
As Remote Work Sticks, Cities Seek New Ways to Lure People Downtown
The health of businesses, real estate and tax revenues is on the line. But some see an opportunity in reimagining city centers as places less dependent on office workers.
Debunking Stereotypes About Mobile Homes Could Make Them a New Face of Affordable Housing
COMMENTARY | Over 20 million Americans live in manufactured housing. Yet many people, including urban planners and affordable housing researchers, see mobile homes as problematic.
Minimum Wage Workers Cannot Afford a 2-bedroom Rental Home Anywhere
Plus, these workers can’t rent a one bedroom in 91% of U.S. counties, according to a new report.
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