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The Strong Towns Podcast
From Building Backyard Cottages to Banning Airbnbs: A Housing Q&A
Dec 13, 2024
In a lively Q&A session, insights about the housing market unfold, tackling everything from the history of homeownership to innovative solutions like backyard cottages. The dialogue critiques the current economic paradigms influencing housing finance and examines risks tied to mortgage-backed securities. Listeners will find a detailed look into new urbanism and its potential to reshape communities. The conversation emphasizes adaptable housing policies and considers alternative arrangements, all amidst thought-provoking questions from eager students.
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- Chuck discusses the financial implications of mortgage-backed securities, highlighting their risks compared to traditional treasury notes in the housing market.
- The significance of New Urbanism is emphasized, showcasing its principles as essential for modern urban planning and community design.
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Accelerator Course Announcement
An upcoming accelerator course in January will focus on 'Confessions of a Recovering Engineer,' targeting technical professionals and elected officials seeking to implement Strong Towns principles. This course aims to foster deep discussions on accelerating change in urban environments and offers limited, small-group settings for participants. Attendees will receive personalized interaction and support, ensuring they can effectively adopt and promote ideas within their communities. Interested individuals are encouraged to register as spots are filling up quickly.
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