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Housing costs are crippling many Americans. Here's how the two parties propose to fix that
WASHINGTON — Donald Trump’s promises on affordability in 2024 helped propel him to a second term in the White House. Since then, Trump…
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Trump housing finance chief OKs more mortgage spending and adds risk for government-backed lenders
President Trump's federal housing finance director, Bill Pulte, quietly granted government-backed lenders the authority to nearly double a…
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Spain's Sánchez announces 'urgent' measures to tackle housing crisis
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez on Monday announced "urgent and decisive" measures to address Spain's deepening housing shortage. The package…
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Smotrich approves nearly hundreds of housing units in multiple West Bank settlements
The units will be spread out between Hashmonaim, just over the Green Line in central Israel, and Givat Zeev and Beitar Illit near…
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As Trump calls affordability a 'con job,' Democrats unveil an affordable housing plan
WASHINGTON — As the economy emerges as a likely defining issue in next year’s midterm elections, President Trump has wrestled with…
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Nearly Half the Country Sues Trump Over Massive Cut to Housing
“In the end I have a commitment to our constituents to fulfill my term,” Bacon told Axios, noting that he “shared anger” with House…
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Video: What’s Andrew Cuomo’s Plan to Help New York City Renters?
“Can you describe rent prices in New York?” “High.” “Expensive.” ”Out of control.” ”The rent here is absolutely crazy.” “Very, very…
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Brazilian authorities say they addressed housing shortage for climate talks, defend oil drilling
SAO PAULO (AP) — Brazilian authorities said Friday they have made progress in solving the housing shortage for attendees of the upcoming…
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Most Americans Are Delaying Parenthood Over Fear of Losing Their Homes
A majority of Americans are delaying having children over fears of losing their homes to rising costs, according to a new survey run by…
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How Gen Z’s lifestyle shift could change US housing market
Gen Zers are breaking into the housing market, despite ongoing affordability challenges and an increasingly uncertain economic landscape,…
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Public Housing Again, Really? Yes, Really.
The city hasn’t been totally remade by the new reality of the 2040 plan, but the progress has been substantial. 5,692 permits were issued…
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New Texas law triggers legal battle over affordable housing agreement
A legal battle is heating up over a new Texas state law that advocates say is closing the curtain on tax exemptions that developers have…
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Map shows only 14 states where homeowners have not lost equity
U.S. homeowners have lost $9,200 in home equity over the past year, according to a new report, as the overheated housing market slowed to…
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Ben-Gvir promises Police seafront housing after 'complete Gaza victory'
He said “settlement brings security” and that “it is time for Jewish settlement in Gaza,” calling the plan “a symbol of our faith and…
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Homeowners shocked by discovery in 125-year-old house: "time capsule"
A couple renovating a 125-year-old Victorian home in Pennsylvania have uncovered a treasure trove of historical artifacts—culminating in…
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Germany using more land area for housing, transportation
More land is being used in Germany for residential housing and transportation, the Federal Statistics Office reported on Tuesday, with an…
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UOB awarded S$17.7m in civil suit against Lippo Marina Collection over inflated housing loans
UOB has been awarded S$17.7 million in claims against Indonesian developer Lippo Marina Collection (LMC) and two property agents, Goh Buck…
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KKL-JNF strengthens Israel’s war-hit communities with housing subsidies, new projects
In the pilot phase, housing will be developed in seven towns: Yeruham, Dimona, Arad, Kiryat Shmona, Shlomi, Acre, and Nahariya. Keren…
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Trump executive order envisions housing homeless veterans at VA center in West L.A.
President Trump signed an executive order Friday directing the Department of Veterans Affairs to create a center for homeless veterans on…
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In America's 'salad bowl,' farmers invest in guest worker housing, hoping to stabilize workforce
In Monterey County, growers are building lodging for thousands of guest workers coming in on H-2A visas. Some advocates say it is an…
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Republican plan would sell land in two states: What to know
House Republicans approved a provision Wednesday that would permit the sale of federal land in Nevada and Utah, advancing it through a…
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As Australia votes, a housing affordability crisis is top of voters’ minds
Sydney, Australia – When Mary votes in Australia’s national elections on Saturday, the country’s chronic shortage of affordable housing…
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"Bright spot" in housing market expected to be short lived
New home sales surged in March, offering a rare glimmer of optimism for the U.S. housing market, but the boost may be short-lived as…
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Trump Administration to Use Federal Lands for Affordable Housing
Follow live updates on the Trump administration. During his presidential campaign, Donald J. Trump pledged to quickly bring down prices…