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Housing Market Faces Affordability Crisis Despite Increased Inventory

Rising home prices and poor supply hinder middle- and low-income buyers in the housing market, revealing a significant affordability gap.


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A new report highlights the growing affordability crisis in the U.S. housing market, as many middle-income families find themselves priced out. March data indicates that while overall housing inventory has increased compared to last year, only 21.2% of homes are affordable for households earning $75,000 a year, compared to nearly 49% pre-pandemic. The market still needs over 416,000 additional affordable listings to achieve balance. Particularly challenging conditions exist in cities with restrictive zoning laws, while some regions have begun to see improvements in affordable home availability. Experts recommend policies to spur new housing developments.

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