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Alan Kohler on helping the 'forever' renters

Aug 18, 2024
Alan Kohler, ABC finance expert and advocate for renters' rights, dives into the pressing challenges facing Australia's growing population of 'forever' renters. He discusses the emotional toll of perpetual renting and the political hurdles in achieving housing affordability. Kohler outlines a vision for stronger renters’ rights, longer leases, and critiques the impact of short-term rentals on housing availability. He also suggests innovative solutions like introducing a local version of Fannie Mae to improve bank liquidity and explore fairer loan structures.
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