373. Why Rent Control Doesn’t Work
Freakonomics Radio
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This chapter explores the alarming rise in median rent prices since the 1990s, outpacing inflation and creating affordability issues for current residents. It examines the influx of newcomers and introduces rent control as a potential solution to these urban housing challenges.
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