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East Bay (California)
from48 hills
8 hours ago

In Oakland, a tiny-home community is forced back onto the streets - 48 hills

Eviction of the 3rd and Peralta tiny home community in Oakland leaves residents, like Dennis, without support or resources for permanent housing.
East Bay (California)
from48 hills
8 hours ago

In Oakland, a tiny-home community is forced back onto the streets - 48 hills

Eviction of the 3rd and Peralta tiny home community in Oakland leaves residents, like Dennis, without support or resources for permanent housing.
#housing-market
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
29 minutes ago

House prices dropping in Canada's most expensive cities, but still out of reach for many | CBC News

Housing prices in Canada are declining, but affordability remains a challenge for first-time homebuyers due to stagnant wage growth.
NYC real estate
fromSFGATE
20 hours ago

Locked Out: 3 Housing Buzzwords, Decoded

The housing market is challenging for first-time buyers due to a shortage of starter homes and rising costs.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

How the ROAD to Housing Act could improve home affordability

COVID-19 and Federal Reserve actions led to a housing market frenzy, but rising mortgage rates and inflation have since decimated affordability.
Real estate
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Home flipping stabilized after being hit by its biggest pullback since 2007

Home flipping activity has stabilized around 2019 levels, with seasoned flippers planning to execute deals in 2026 despite a slower appreciation environment.
#new-york-city
fromNewsmax
17 hours ago
NYC politics

NYC Office Real Estate Rises Under Socialist Mamdani

New York City's office market shows strength despite concerns over Mayor Mamdani's tax policies potentially driving businesses away.
NYC politics
fromNewsmax
17 hours ago

NYC Office Real Estate Rises Under Socialist Mamdani

New York City's office market shows strength despite concerns over Mayor Mamdani's tax policies potentially driving businesses away.
#home-renovation
Renovation
fromLos Angeles Times
39 minutes ago

She couldn't afford L.A. rent after law school. Her parents' ADU came to the rescue

A couple transformed their garage into a music studio, which unexpectedly provided housing for their daughter after her return from law school.
Renovation
fromArchitectural Digest
3 days ago

They Needed a House That Could Host Everything, From Fundraisers to Playdates

The renovation transformed a 1920s home into a functional space for hosting diverse events and improving daily livability.
Renovation
fromLos Angeles Times
39 minutes ago

She couldn't afford L.A. rent after law school. Her parents' ADU came to the rescue

A couple transformed their garage into a music studio, which unexpectedly provided housing for their daughter after her return from law school.
Renovation
fromArchitectural Digest
3 days ago

They Needed a House That Could Host Everything, From Fundraisers to Playdates

The renovation transformed a 1920s home into a functional space for hosting diverse events and improving daily livability.
#affordable-housing
fromSan Jose Inside
4 days ago
East Bay real estate

County and Partners Celebrate Completion of Unique Affordable Housing Project

The Pallesen Apartments were saved from demolition and converted into affordable housing units in San José.
Real estate
fromFast Company
1 week ago

The housing squeeze is quietly reshaping where Americans can live and work

Finding affordable housing is a significant challenge for various groups of renters in the U.S. economy.
NYC real estate
fromBrownstoner
2 days ago

Brooklyn News: A Brownsville Housing Lottery Launches

Affordable housing lottery in Brownsville offers studio apartments for $940, targeting families earning 40-60% of the Area Median Income.
Real estate
fromFast Company
1 week ago

The housing squeeze is quietly reshaping where Americans can live and work

Finding affordable housing is a significant challenge for various groups of renters in the U.S. economy.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
21 hours ago

Preserving farmland, strengthening food security: Why the Greenbelt matters

Ontario's agriculture sector must diversify and reduce reliance on U.S. trade to enhance self-reliance and capitalize on local production opportunities.
Washington DC
fromCurbed
1 day ago

'The Housing Czar!'

Cea Weaver navigates new challenges in her role, facing public scrutiny and adjusting to her position as director of the Mayor's Office to Protect Tenants.
#housing
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Default
3 days ago

Brooklyn mother says new apartment in East New York is in desperate need of repairs

A Brooklyn mother faces unaddressed repair issues in her new apartment, prompting her to reconsider moving in.
East Bay real estate
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Mamdani administration eyes new effort to steer sale of NYC rent-stabilized apartments

Mayor Mamdani aims to influence the sale of rent-stabilized apartments in East Harlem to protect tenants' rights and stabilize housing.
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Default
3 days ago

Brooklyn mother says new apartment in East New York is in desperate need of repairs

A Brooklyn mother faces unaddressed repair issues in her new apartment, prompting her to reconsider moving in.
East Bay real estate
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Mamdani administration eyes new effort to steer sale of NYC rent-stabilized apartments

Mayor Mamdani aims to influence the sale of rent-stabilized apartments in East Harlem to protect tenants' rights and stabilize housing.
New York City
fromGothamist
23 hours ago

Mamdani, Trump talk Sunnyside Yard building. Local residents ask, huh?

Sunnyside Yard housing project aims to create 12,000 homes, including affordable units, but faces skepticism from local residents.
fromwww.archdaily.com
10 hours ago

Curly Cube / People's Architecture Office

Curly Cube is a modular public art installation that transforms public spaces into vibrant hubs for social interaction and engagement, set in a park along Shanghai's Huangpu River.
Design
#housing-policy
Silicon Valley real estate
from48 hills
1 day ago

Four rental units become one $4.75 million mansion. Will the supes legalize it? - 48 hills

Legalizing the conversion of a four-unit building into a mansion could significantly impact the city's rental housing stock.
Washington DC
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

D.C. pushes single-stair apartments higher with added safety rules

D.C. Council advances One Front Door Act to allow taller single-stair residential buildings, aiming to reduce housing costs and increase supply.
Silicon Valley real estate
from48 hills
1 day ago

Four rental units become one $4.75 million mansion. Will the supes legalize it? - 48 hills

Legalizing the conversion of a four-unit building into a mansion could significantly impact the city's rental housing stock.
Washington DC
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

D.C. pushes single-stair apartments higher with added safety rules

D.C. Council advances One Front Door Act to allow taller single-stair residential buildings, aiming to reduce housing costs and increase supply.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 day ago

Get ready to see the Elephant (& Castle) fly: This is how London should be regenerating

Elephant & Castle is undergoing a significant transformation with a new town center and retail developments, marking a shift from its gritty past.
Higher education
fromFortune
18 hours ago

Gen Z is rewriting the American Dream, and their parents are funding it-using tuition money for down payments, instead | Fortune

Parents are prioritizing homeownership over college tuition for their children due to rising costs and uncertain returns on education.
Remodel
fromTasting Table
15 hours ago

Before Replacing Kitchen Cabinets, Mike Holmes Wants You To Consider One Question - Tasting Table

Kitchen cabinets are a significant investment in renovations, impacting overall aesthetics and future upgrades.
#climate-change
fromNature
1 day ago
Environment

'Yes, we can': a blueprint for a clean economy and healthy society

Environment
fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

Can Sponge Cities Save Us from the Coming Floods?

Flood control strategies are shifting from traditional barriers to more integrated, park-like solutions due to climate change impacts.
Environment
fromNature
1 day ago

'Yes, we can': a blueprint for a clean economy and healthy society

A new 'clean' economy focused on sustainability can lead to a more efficient and prosperous society.
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Modular home providers see 400pc rise in calls as Government moves to relax law

A modular home provider has seen an increase of over 400pc in enquiries since it was revealed the Government intends to further relax restrictions around their use.
UK politics
#california-housing
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

California considering a first of its kind idea to boost factory-built housing

California is considering entering the construction insurance business to address the housing shortage through innovative building methods.
LA real estate
fromSan Jose Inside
4 days ago

CA Considers New Idea to Boost Factory-built Housing

California is considering entering the construction insurance business to address the housing shortage through factory-based building innovations.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

California considering a first of its kind idea to boost factory-built housing

California is considering entering the construction insurance business to address the housing shortage through innovative building methods.
LA real estate
fromSan Jose Inside
4 days ago

CA Considers New Idea to Boost Factory-built Housing

California is considering entering the construction insurance business to address the housing shortage through factory-based building innovations.
Austin
fromPadailypost
4 days ago

New bus-only route might open the door to 7-story apartment buildings

Turning the Dumbarton Rail Corridor into a bus-only route may lead to seven-story apartment buildings in Atherton.
Silicon Valley
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

'You're a liar.' Why the world's biggest building boom has run into a wall in California

Public opposition to data centers in California is rising, impacting investment and job creation in the state.
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

Abandoned piece of history on SF's Haight Street undergoes major transformation

"I hadn't even seen the inside just like you, but I just felt like one person, DJ equipment, had to fit in there somehow. We knew it could be Pandora's box in there."
Mission District
fromPhilosophynow
6 days ago
Philosophy

The Collective City

Islamic philosophy invites plurality and coexistence, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and the acceptance of error in understanding.
#housing-affordability
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
14 hours ago

Trending: employer housing benefits narrow affordability gaps

Private sector employers are increasingly offering housing benefits to help workers afford living closer to their jobs amid rising housing costs.
#architecture
Renovation
fromArchDaily
8 hours ago

The Brick House / Studio VDGA

Brick House is a private residence in Pune designed to address urban spatial constraints and climatic challenges using traditional Indian architectural principles.
LA real estate
fromArchDaily
6 days ago

Real House / HK Associates Inc

Real House transforms an introverted site into a family home that captures dramatic views of the Sonoran Desert and Santa Catalina mountains.
Renovation
fromCurbed
4 days ago

The Architects' Carriage House That's a Study in Salvage

Colin and Leni Faber transformed a dilapidated carriage house into a functional home and design showcase using salvaged materials and innovative design.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
8 hours ago

The Brick House / Studio VDGA

Brick House is a private residence in Pune designed to address urban spatial constraints and climatic challenges using traditional Indian architectural principles.
LA real estate
fromArchDaily
6 days ago

Real House / HK Associates Inc

Real House transforms an introverted site into a family home that captures dramatic views of the Sonoran Desert and Santa Catalina mountains.
Renovation
fromCurbed
4 days ago

The Architects' Carriage House That's a Study in Salvage

Colin and Leni Faber transformed a dilapidated carriage house into a functional home and design showcase using salvaged materials and innovative design.
fromPadailypost
3 hours ago

Council opts for eight-story buildings around San Antonio

Councilman Ed Lauing expressed concerns about traffic, stating, 'It's already gridlock,' while discussing the implications of taller buildings around San Antonio Road.
East Bay real estate
NYC politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Mamdani pledged affordable New York housing in his campaign. How is that going?

Mamdani's appeal against expanding housing vouchers contradicts his campaign pledge, angering advocates amid a homelessness crisis and budget deficit.
#real-estate
NYC real estate
fromBrownstoner
1 day ago

Top 10 Brooklyn Listings: A Clinton Hill Brownstone

Popular real estate listings this week include properties in Park Slope, Prospect Lefferts Gardens, and Greenpoint, with prices ranging from $1.85 million to $3.995 million.
NYC real estate
fromCurbed
22 hours ago

A One-Bedroom With Gothic Arches on Riverside Drive for $765,000

Affordable housing options under a million dollars include spacious, renovated one- and two-bedroom apartments in desirable locations.
Renovation
fromBrownstoner
18 hours ago

Sunset Park One-Bedroom With Prewar Details Asks $389K

Bright, renovated one-bedroom co-op in Sunset Park with modern updates and prewar details listed at $389,000.
NYC real estate
fromBrownstoner
1 day ago

Top 10 Brooklyn Listings: A Clinton Hill Brownstone

Popular real estate listings this week include properties in Park Slope, Prospect Lefferts Gardens, and Greenpoint, with prices ranging from $1.85 million to $3.995 million.
NYC real estate
fromCurbed
22 hours ago

A One-Bedroom With Gothic Arches on Riverside Drive for $765,000

Affordable housing options under a million dollars include spacious, renovated one- and two-bedroom apartments in desirable locations.
Renovation
fromBrownstoner
18 hours ago

Sunset Park One-Bedroom With Prewar Details Asks $389K

Bright, renovated one-bedroom co-op in Sunset Park with modern updates and prewar details listed at $389,000.
London
fromTime Out London
3 days ago

London's legendary Billingsgate market is being turned into a new neighbourhood with 10,000 homes

Tower Hamlets Council promotes redevelopment plans for 10,000 new homes near Billingsgate Fish Market to address London's housing shortage.
UK politics
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Here's the modular home you can put in your back garden - for 130,000, as providers see 400pc spike in calls

Relaxation of rent rules has led to a significant increase in inquiries for modular homes.
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
2 days ago

A Designer Transformed This Narrow Room Into a Venetian-Inspired Study (It Looks *So* Much Bigger Now!)

Transforming small spaces can create a sense of grandeur through strategic design choices.
#housing-development
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
3 days ago

LA's 17.8% resi progress lags state-mandated production as clock ticks

Los Angeles is significantly behind in housing development, achieving only 17.8% of its state-mandated goal for new units.
Boston real estate
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Expert Analysis

Cities can unlock 100,000+ housing units by leveraging 50+ million square feet of unused development rights on municipal properties and transit facilities through strategic air-rights deployment and alternative ownership models beyond traditional ground leases.
New York City
fromPBS News
3 days ago

NYC Mayor Mamdani wants to crack down on 'bad landlords.' First he has to find them

Tenants face challenges identifying landlords due to corporate ownership structures, complicating accountability and enforcement of housing laws.
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Amid slowdown, developers set to sell part of dormant Dorchester megaproject

Developers are scaling back plans for Dorchester Bay City and putting a significant portion of the site up for sale due to market challenges.
Austin
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Austin council pushes new zoning laws for missing middle housing

Austin City Council approved land-use changes to accelerate construction of missing-middle housing types, aiming to address housing shortages and slow price growth.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

How neighborly do home additions have to be?

Municipalities are promoting housing density, leading to community debates over construction types and neighborhood aesthetics.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Presupposition is the mistake: Why housing marketing doesn't meet the bar

Marketing in housing fails to create demand, assuming people desire homeownership without addressing their actual preferences for flexibility and freedom.
Remodel
fromAol
4 days ago

This $1500 Renter-Friendly Wall Transformed a "Plain, Open Box" in Brooklyn

Kiron Akeem fulfilled a long-held dream of living in a loft in Brooklyn, transforming his space into a personal and professional growth opportunity.
NYC politics
fromtherealdeal.com
2 days ago

Doomed to fail: Why Rent Guidelines Board always gets it wrong

The Rent Guidelines Board's process is ineffective and cannot set appropriate rent increases for diverse tenants.
Design
fromArchDaily
4 days ago

Cultural Centers Beyond the Building: 6 Unbuilt Projects Integrating Landscape

Cultural centers are evolving to reflect diverse architectural explorations and redefine public institutions' roles in various contexts.
Environment
from99% Invisible
4 days ago

Service Request #4: How Does the Grid in Phoenix Work? - 99% Invisible

Phoenix's extreme summer heat underscores the critical importance of a reliable electrical grid for survival.
#homeownership
NYC real estate
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

We bought a house that's too small so we could afford our dream neighborhood. A $300,000 third-party loan will help us renovate.

The Feinbergs purchased a small home in Wayne, Pennsylvania, and planned to expand it using RenoFi financing based on future value.
NYC real estate
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

We bought a house that's too small so we could afford our dream neighborhood. A $300,000 third-party loan will help us renovate.

The Feinbergs purchased a small home in Wayne, Pennsylvania, and planned to expand it using RenoFi financing based on future value.
Remodel
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

We bought a house with a 2.5% mortgage rate a few years ago. Our family's much bigger now, but moving is not an option.

Rising mortgage rates since 2019 have made moving to a larger home financially challenging for families.
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

If you want housing abundance, let the market work

Good urbanism should transcend politics. Socialists and capitalists can walk the same neighborhood and agree it's a pleasant place to live. They can each appreciate the tree canopy, the corner café with people spilling onto the sidewalk, the mix of ages on bikes and on foot, the architectural details of older buildings, and so on.
Philosophy
Renovation
fromArchDaily
6 hours ago

Imported Futures: Global Architecture Shaping Albania's Urban Transformation

Albania is rapidly transforming with ambitious architectural projects redefining its urban environment and positioning within regional and international networks.
NYC politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Zohran Mamdani wants to crack down on New York's bad landlords'. He has to find them

The Independent provides critical journalism on pressing issues, ensuring accessibility without paywalls, and supports community engagement through initiatives like rental hearings.
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

Mortgage lenders ramp up homebuilder divisions

Ginsburg stated that treating builder business as a core pillar rather than a side channel reflects a broader industry shift. He believes a healthy balance of builders should be around 15% to 20% of the overall retail book of business.
Real estate
#diy
fromApartment Therapy
22 hours ago
Renovation

I Made a Cozy Backyard Hangout Spot Using Leftover Landscaping Materials

Building a paver patio using leftover materials can create a beautiful outdoor space, despite physical challenges.
Renovation
fromApartment Therapy
22 hours ago

I Made a Cozy Backyard Hangout Spot Using Leftover Landscaping Materials

Building a paver patio using leftover materials can create a beautiful outdoor space, despite physical challenges.
NYC real estate
fromWRAL.com
4 days ago

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani wants to crack down on 'bad landlords.' First he has to find them

Tenants in a Bronx building express grievances about poor living conditions at a city forum aimed at holding landlords accountable.
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Hoboken opens door to Airbnb as NYC and other NJ towns lock out short-term rentals

Hoboken, NJ, has no short-term rental regulations, attracting listings as NYC tightens rules, prompting city officials to consider new legislation.
Renovation
fromwww.archdaily.com
1 day ago

Taliru House / Wright Inspires

Taliru is a multigenerational residence designed for a family, emphasizing simplicity, comfort, and integration of light, ventilation, and greenery.
LA real estate
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

The building code rule that lets Seattle turn forgotten lots into housing

Matthew Flaherty advocates for affordable, transit-friendly housing while addressing tensions between fire safety and urban density in Los Angeles.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
5 days ago

Opinion: Expanding the J-51 Tax Incentive is Key Co-ops Staying Affordable-And Becoming Sustainable

Expanded J-51 proposal can help co-ops afford energy upgrades and maintain affordability for residents.
fromGothamist
4 days ago

'Didn't know we had a landlord' - fatal Queens house fire exposes squalor, violations

"The landlord did not pay attention to this house whatsoever. We didn't even know we had a landlord."
NYC real estate
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

A modular player scales in urban high-rise apartment projects

Modular housing is gaining traction in multifamily construction, particularly in urban areas with high costs and labor constraints.
NYC real estate
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

How to Keep the Suburbs Tenant-Free

The rise of corporate landlords is reshaping suburban housing, increasing rental options but facing potential legislative challenges.
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

How Public Financing Wins Projects Before You Build

Through Community Facilities Districts (CFD), Municipal Utility Districts (MUD), Public Improvement Districts (PID), Community Development Districts (CDD) and reimbursement districts (RD), builders can potentially shift infrastructure costs off their balance sheets and onto special districts that homebuyers ultimately absorb through property taxes without potentially adding debt to the builder's books.
LA real estate
Renovation
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

We're raising toddlers in a tiny home. We work just 3 days a week, and save over half our income.

Living in a tiny home village allows for significant savings and financial freedom, with low housing costs and a unique lifestyle choice.
Renovation
fromBrownstoner
4 days ago

The Insider: Park Slope Prewar Becomes Stylish Space for Two

The new owners preserved Art Deco details while redesigning their apartment for comfort and functionality.
Real estate
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

High-End Construction Really Does Help Everyone

Expanding market-rate and subsidized housing can lower citywide prices by creating cascading vacancies that let lower-income households move into cheaper units.
Real estate
fromFast Company
2 months ago

The row house is back to solve the housing crisis

Prefabricated row-house kits enable faster, cheaper urban infill construction to expand missing-middle housing and address city housing shortages.
Real estate
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Why the "Abundance" and "Stuck" Crowd Are Off the Mark

Private equity ownership, not local NIMBYism or regulations alone, drives housing shortages, rising rents, higher sale prices, and reduced maintenance.
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