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As voters demand affordability, Stanford economist argues for ‘temporary, targeted price controls’ with supply-side reforms
Price controls are literally a textbook example of a policy that creates market inefficiency, but an economist sees some merit…
New York City business leaders are split on whether to relocate their firms to avoid Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani’s policies
Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani is New York City’s mayor-elect, set to assume office on Jan. 1, and some billionaires have…
New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani swept to victory Tuesday evening on a platform of affordability, anchored by a plan…
Four in 10 workers earning more than $500,000 a year are living paycheck to paycheck—and ‘lifestyle inflation’ is keeping them broke
About 41% of American workers earning between $300,001 and $500,000—and 40% of those making over $500,000—say they’re living paycheck to…
Multimillion-dollar restaurant CEO splurged on Range Rovers and McLarens—but now he’s ‘mindful’ about spending because the economy is unpredictable
When the big paychecks roll in after building a successful business, it may be tempting to splurge on designer clothes,…
America’s homeownership rate falls for the first time since 2016 amid economic and demographic shifts, Redfin says
For the first time since 2016, America’s homeownership rate has tipped into negative territory, signaling a subtle but profound shift…
‘Twilight’ superfans bought Bella Swan’s house for $360,000—now they’re making $140,000 a year renting out the ultimate collector’s item
It’s natural for superfans to want a piece of movie and TV history—from the Walter White Breaking Bad house to…
There’s no denying America has a housing crisis. Rents are high. Homeownership is increasingly out of reach, especially for young…
Gen Z may not be able to afford a house or the cost of living now—but give it 10 years. They’re on track to gain $36 trillion and become the richest generation
Gen Z is living the paycheck-to-paycheck 20’s lifestyle—splurging on high rent costs and dishing out 99 cent ramen noodles. Yet…
This 51-year-old renter with Stage 3 breast cancer thought she’d ‘go to her grave’ without owning a home. That was until she found Divvy Homes’ rent-to-own program
Kimberly Rudy, a lifelong renter, mother, and breast cancer survivor, never thought she’d be able to afford a home. Like…












