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Five Steps Toward Ending the Black Homeownership Crisis in the US
In the absence of national leadership, some tactical solutions to closing the racial gap in homeownership.
Black Americans’ Median Wealth Could Disappear in One Generation
Intergenerational wealth, which slavery enabled white families to accumulate, contributes to the racial wealth gap.
Renters Get One Step Closer to Homeownership With This Innovative Program
A Cincinnati nonprofit works to give renters a reason to stay and invest in their homes.
No Bubbles on the Horizon
The prospect of another big crash is unlikely.
US Lets Public Housing Developments Crumble as a Prelude to Privatization
It's the shock doctrine for public housing.
Trump Policies Threaten Housing-Health Integration for People With Mental Health Conditions
The stress of housing instability and homelessness can worsen mental illness.
How the Elite Scam US Americans Out of Housing
Housing insecurity is a huge issue in our country.
Many of Hurricane Maria’s Refugees Still Have No Place to Go
Many of the 2,600 Puerto Rican hurricane refugees in the US still lack permanent housing.
Trump Plan to Raise Minimum Rents Would Put Nearly a Million Children at Risk of Homelessness
This would affect only the poorest people receiving federal rental assistance.
Restoring the Promise of the Fair Housing Act
The nation's housing crisis has reached emergency levels.