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housing affordability
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sbs.com.aupolitics6 days ago
HUD Secretary Says Immigration Reduction Part of Housing Affordability Plan
The secretary of Housing and Urban Development stated that recent immigration enforcement is intended to ease demand pressure on U.S. housing markets. The official also described separate steps to cut regulations and expand mortgage access.
msnbc.compolitics18 days ago
President Trump conditions housing bill signing on passage of voter eligibility legislation
President Trump said he will not sign a bipartisan housing affordability bill unless Congress passes the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act. The legislation has cleared the House but remains stalled in the Senate.
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Trump Cancels Housing Bill Signing, Says SAVE America Act Must Pass First
President Donald Trump canceled the signing of a bipartisan housing affordability bill hours before meeting Senate Republicans on Capitol Hill on June 24, 2026. He told lawmakers the SAVE America Act takes priority over the housing legislation.
finance25 days ago
Realtor.com Assigns Housing Affordability and Construction Grades to All 50 States
Indiana, Iowa and South Carolina earned top marks in Realtor.com's annual report released Monday. Western and New England states received the lowest grades.
washingtonpost.compolitics52 days ago
Housing affordability concerns prompt congressional action
Public concern over housing costs has increased. Congress has begun work on related measures while the administration has not announced a specific housing initiative.
csmonitor.comworld54 days ago
Seoul Apartment Prices Rose 19 Percent in Past Year
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung has identified housing affordability as a national priority. Apartment prices in Seoul increased nearly 19 percent over the past year, and the number of residents in their 20s and 30s who own homes reached record lows.
allhiphop.comscience55 days ago
Young Adult Describes Ongoing Anxiety Over Career, Housing, and Global Issues
A 21-year-old reports persistent worries about job prospects, housing affordability, romantic relationships, climate change, and global politics. The individual seeks advice on balancing personal goals with self-care without avoiding these concerns.
Fox Newsfinance56 days ago
U.S. House Passes Bipartisan Housing Bill to Boost Supply and Limit Large Investors
The House approved a housing affordability measure by a 396-13 vote that encourages home construction and bars large investors from buying additional single-family homes. The bill now heads to the Senate for final consideration before reaching the president.
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winnipegfreepress.comfinance56 days ago
Gallup Poll Finds 29% of Americans View Current Housing Market as Good Time to Buy
A Gallup survey shows 29 percent of Americans consider now a good time to purchase a home, while 67 percent view it as a bad time. The poll reflects public sentiment on housing affordability and market conditions.
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The Sydney Morning Heraldbusiness61 days ago
Federal Changes to Negative Gearing and Capital Gains Tax to Affect Queensland Housing
The federal government will limit negative gearing to new builds and reduce the capital gains tax concession as part of measures aimed at improving housing affordability for first home buyers. Queensland has experienced rapid home value growth and a widening gap between investors…
theweek.compolitics61 days ago
House Releases Changes to Senate-Passed Housing Affordability Bill
President Donald Trump called on the House to swiftly approve the Senate-passed 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act on Monday. Senior House lawmakers unveiled a modified version of the bill on Thursday that strikes a controversial build-to-rent provision and preserves a ban on centr…
politics62 days ago
Renters Rights Measures Advance in US Local Elections
Housing affordability has emerged as a central issue in upcoming midterm elections with multiple cities and states considering rent control or stabilization measures. Organizers gathered more than 124000 signatures in Massachusetts to place a rent control question on the November…
politics64 days agoUpdated
Trump Calls on Congress to Pass 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act
President Trump has requested that Congress enact the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act. The legislation is designed to ensure that homes are for people, not corporations. The proposal marks an early policy push by the Trump administration on housing affordability.
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Dynex Capital Reports Q1 2026 Earnings with Book Value at $12.60 Per Share
Dynex Capital, Inc. reported a negative 2.5% economic return for Q1 2026, with book value declining to $12.60 per share amid market volatility. The company raised $442 million in capital and grew its investment portfolio to $6 billion. Executives highlighted opportunities in agen…
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Semaforworld91 days ago
Sen. Pete Ricketts Proposes Housing Affordability Legislation Paths at Semafor Event
Sen. Pete Ricketts outlined options to resolve differences between House and Senate housing affordability bills during an event in Washington, DC, on April 15, 2026. He suggested a conference report or House passage of the Senate bill followed by adjustments. Ricketts also addres…
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Report Ranks Top 10 Large U.S. Cities for Recent College Graduates in 2026
A report by Glassdoor and Redfin identifies the top 10 large U.S. cities for recent college graduates based on housing affordability, career opportunities, and quality of life. Three cities in Texas appear on the list, while New York City, San Francisco, and Los Angeles do not. T…
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Harris Poll Survey Reveals Challenges in U.S. Housing Market for Buyers and Owners
A Harris Poll survey of over 2,000 U.S. consumers indicates widespread concerns about housing affordability and maintenance costs. Younger generations, particularly Gen Z and millennials, report higher levels of pessimism regarding homeownership. The poll, the third on this topic…