The Housing Dilemma: Affordability vs. Wealth

This chapter explores the tension between housing affordability and the traditional belief that homeownership is a pathway to wealth creation. It discusses historical policies, government involvement, and the need for a paradigm shift in viewing housing as a utility rather than an investment. Additionally, the chapter delves into the challenges posed by NIMBYism, zoning restrictions, and the implications for economic policy in the context of rising inflation.

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