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Real Estate, Algorithms, and the Housing Crisis
This chapter examines a lawsuit by the DOJ against major real estate firms using an algorithm to inflate rents, highlighting the implications for the ongoing housing crisis in America. The speakers discuss the increasing dominance of investment firms in the rental market and the potential consequences on housing affordability. They also explore proposed solutions, including the need for more housing supply and government intervention to address rising costs.