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Our Financial System Favors Large-Scale Development…but at What Cost?

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Navigating Finance in Real Estate Development

Exploring the impact of finance on large-scale developments and its disconnect from consumer demand, this chapter discusses the challenges faced by small ventures like artisanal food makers in accessing suitable financial products. It critiques the market dynamics that prioritize financial gains over meeting genuine needs and advocates for a shift towards community-based, small-scale developments. The conversation also delves into building affordable housing and the complexities involved in balancing financial feasibility with community benefits.

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