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Fixing the Housing Crisis Goes Beyond Building More Units

March 5, 2025 · 41 min

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Building more units alone won't fix housing costs, and this episode explains what actually will.

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In this episode

  • How community land trusts keep homes affordable long-term
  • What tenant protections are working in cities right now
  • Why supply alone fails to solve the affordability problem
  • Which assistance programs are closing the gap for renters

About this episode

The housing crisis isn’t just about supply. This episode explores innovative solutions like community land trusts, tenant protections, and expanded assistance programs that are making homes affordable — and keeping them that way.
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