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Shelterforce Why Does Habitability Matter? Health and Our Housing StockWhether your home is safe and suitable for healthy living depends on a variety of factors. Shelterforce puts habitability under the lens to show how problems like inadequate heating, water damage, and pest infestations negatively affect your health and further exacerbate the housing crisis. Shelterforce's Lara Heard explains what you can expect in our new Under the Lens series, Fit to Live In: Fixing Our Housing Stock. You can read Lara's editor's note here: https://shelterforce.org/2025/11/18/why-does-habitability-matter-health-and-our-housing-stock/ And check out the series here: https://shelterforce.org/series/fit-to-live-in-fixing-our-housing-stock/ ℗ Music by ComaStudio.

2025-11-1905 min

Shelterforce Fueling the Future of Community Ownership, a Shelterforce webinarThis Shelterforce webinar caps off our most recent Under the Lens series, “Innovations in Community Ownership.” Shelterforce's Miriam Axel-Lute speaks with folks who are implementing exciting new strategies for funding community ownership—both public and private—and for setting up the kinds of support ecosystems that will let these models thrive long term. Learn about the power of Los Angeles’s Measure ULA, New York City’s take on a shared services model, cooperation between conservationists and affordable housing development in New York’s Hudson Valley, and more. Read more from our series at: https://shelterforce.org/series/innovations-in-community-ownership/ Webinars like these are...

2025-11-141h 27

Shelterforce Tech’s Rising Influence on HousingShelterforce’s new Under the Lens series—How Tech Is Changing Housing—explores the growing use of technology in the housing world. Can the proper guardrails can be put in place so “innovative” tools don’t make the housing crisis worse? Lillian Ortiz, Shelterforce's managing editor, breaks down what you can expect in the series. Read the editor's note at: https://shelterforce.org/2025/06/10/techs-rising-influence-on-housing/ ℗ Music by ComaStudio.

2025-06-1007 min

Shelterforce Housing as a Public Good: The State of Social Housing TodayWhat do we mean by social housing in the United States? How has it worked in the past, and how can and should it be expanded? Shelterforce's Miriam Axel-Lute and NPQ's Steve Dubb co-host, "Housing as a Public Good: The State of Social Housing Today." The conversation took place earlier this month, but we wanted to reshare the audio for those who either missed the webinar, or want to listen to the discussion again. If you'd like to hear more from Shelterforce, subscribe to our newsletter to receive our latest stories direct to your inbox, plus jobs, webinars like this...

2025-05-291h 28

Shelterforce Shelterforce’s Top 10 Stories of 2024Our original reporting about dangerous proposals, property insurance woes, and other threats to affordable housing (and what we can do about them) were some of our most-read stories of the year. Read the stories at https://shelterforce.org/2024/12/13/shelterforces-top-10-stories-of-2024/

2024-12-1604 min

Shelterforce Fixing the Housing Crisis, Beyond Supply—A Shelterforce and Next City webinarShelterforce’s Miriam Axel-Lute moderated a discussion that delved into the root causes of the housing crisis and examined a range of potential solutions that go beyond merely adding supply. From policy reforms and zoning changes to establishing community land trusts, affordable housing development, and tenant protections, the conversation explored various approaches that can help address this urgent problem. Speakers included: —Julia Duranti-Martínez, senior program officer at LISC —Roshan Abraham, Next City's housing correspondent —Candice Turner, director of homeownership at the Maggie Walker Community Land Trust —Liz Ryan Murray, director of strategic campaigns at Metropolitan Equity

2024-12-0257 min

Shelterforce To Make Schools Better for Everyone, Connect Them to Community DevelopmentSchools affect their neighborhoods—if community developers don’t harness that connection for equitable change, someone else will. Ryan Good reads, "To Make Schools Better for Everyone, Connect Them to Community Development," an op-ed he wrote for Shelterforce. Read the full op-ed at: https://shelterforce.org/2024/11/14/to-make-school-improvement-serve-all-residents-connect-it-to-community-development/ This piece is part of the Under the Lens series, "Street Blocks to Alphabet Blocks: The Housing-Education Connection." Check out the series here: https://shelterforce.org/series/street-blocks-to-alphabet-blocks-the-housing-education-connection/

2024-11-1407 min

Shelterforce The Housing-Education IntersectionStable, healthy, decent affordable housing sets children up for educational success, and allows schools to be able to focus on what they do best. Shelterforce's Miriam Axel-Lute breaks down the housing-education connection and what you can expect in our new series. Read the editor's note at https://shelterforce.org/2024/11/11/the-housing-education-intersection/ This piece is part of the Under the Lens series, "Street Blocks to Alphabet Blocks: The Housing-Education Connection." Check out the series here: shelterforce.org/series/street-bl…tion-connection/

2024-11-1104 min

Shelterforce Co-op Ownership of Mobile Home Communities, a Shelterforce and NPQ WebinarMore than 18 million Americans live in manufactured housing in mobile home parks—which are de facto the largest source of affordable housing in the United States. But as rents rise, this source of affordable housing is at risk. Fortunately there has emerged a growing movement of resident-owned cooperatives, also known as ROCs. Today, more than 22,000 families who own manufactured housing units in more than 300 mobile home parks across the United States are member-owners of these cooperatives. In this 90-minute webinar, cosponsored and co-moderated by Shelterforce and NPQ, a panel of residents, advocates, and technical assistance providers discuss the ins and ou...

2024-10-251h 30

Shelterforce Shelter and the Storm: Housing and Climate Change are IntertwinedShelterforce's Lara Heard explains what you can expect in our new Under the Lens series—Dual Crises: Housing in a Changing Climate. Read Heard's editor's note here: https://shelterforce.org/2024/07/24/shelter-and-the-storm-housing-and-climate-change-are-intertwined/ Check out the entire series at https://shelterforce.org/series/dual-crises-housing-in-a-changing-climate/

2024-07-2404 min

Shelterforce Are Race-Based Lawsuits Affecting Community Lenders?Shelterforce recently spoke with community-lending leaders and experts about the current mood across the sector. What, if anything, are organizations planning to do to avoid becoming the next target? John Ludas reads, "Are Race-Based Lawsuits Affecting Community Lenders?" written by Sandra Larson. This article is part of Shelterforce's Under the Lens series, Moving Community Development Forward. Check out the series at: https://shelterforce.org/series/moving-community-development-forward/ Read "Are Race-Based Lawsuits Affecting Community Lenders?" at: https://shelterforce.org/2024/06/12/are-race-based-lawsuits-affecting-community-lenders/

2024-07-0817 min

Shelterforce New Research Gives Different—But Complementary—Looks at the Community Development FieldThree fascinating research projects take very different approaches to learning more about the sector, but many of the storylines they are surfacing are related. Shelterforce's Miriam Axel-Lute explores more in, "New Research Gives Different—But Complementary—Looks at the Community Development Field." Read the story at https://shelterforce.org/2024/05/06/new-research-gives-different-but-complementary-looks-at-the-community-development-field/ This piece is part of Shelterforce's Under the Lens series, Moving Community Development Forward. Check out the series at https://shelterforce.org/series/moving-community-development-forward/

2024-05-2012 min

Shelterforce Her Story, Her Power in Community Development: A Shelterforce WebinarFive women from diverse backgrounds who span the country—Missouri, New Mexico, Hawaii, California, and Texas—got together with Shelterforce to talk about the community development field and their work in it. Read the transcript or watch the webinar here: https://shelterforce.org/2024/04/03/her-story-her-power-in-community-development-a-shelterforce-webinar/ This webinar was part of Shelterforce's series, Women of Color on the Front Lines. Check out the series at https://shelterforce.org/tag/women-on-the-frontlines/

2024-04-1158 min

Shelterforce LIHTC: Are Little Changes Enough? A Shelterforce WebinarThere are reforms and expansions of the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit afoot. But some in the field argue that we need to change the tax credit model of financing housing more deeply—or move away from it entirely. Join scholars and organizers as they discuss these issues and explore a path forward. Watch the video and read the transcript here: https://shelterforce.org/2024/03/15/lihtc-are-little-changes-enough-a-shelterforce-webinar/

2024-03-251h 25

Shelterforce Getting to More Accessible, Affordable, Inclusive Housing, a Shelterforce WebinarFour disability advocates and experts explain what's needed to house Americans with disabilities and some of the work that's being done to get there. Shelterforce's Miriam Axel-Lute hosts, "Getting to More Accessible, Affordable, Inclusive Housing," a webinar featuring: —Anita Cameron, director of minority outreach for Not Dead Yet. —Chelsea Hayman, director of housing policy and programs for Maryland’s Department of Disabilities. —Hunter Herrera-McFarland, policy associate for The Kelsey, an organization that creates and works on disability-forward housing solutions. —Shelly Richardson, executive director of the Statewide Independent Living Council of Illinois. Read the transcript and watch the video at https://shelterfor...

2024-03-041h 27

Shelterforce All New Homes Should Be AccessibleBecause so many old buildings are hard to fully retrofit, new homes need to fill in the gap. Shelterforce's Miriam Axel-Lute reads her latest piece, "All New Homes Should Be Accessible." Read the full piece at https://shelterforce.org/2023/12/12/all-new-homes-should-be-accessible/

2023-12-1906 min

Shelterforce Can Residents Get More Out of Tax Credit Housing?Arrangements in which LIHTC tenants share in the development’s financial benefits, or become partial or full owners, are rare—but some properties have pulled them off. This scan of several examples shows the possibilities—and the conditions needed for them to succeed. Robin Dondiego reads, "Can Residents Get More Out of Tax Credit Housing?" This article appeared in Shelterforce's Under the Lens series—LIHTC: The Good, The Bad, and the Very Complicated. Read the story here: https://shelterforce.org/2023/11/21/can-residents-get-more-out-of-tax-credit-housing/ Check out the entire series at: https://shelterforce.org/category/lihtc-the-good-the-bad-and-the-very-complicated/

2023-12-1826 min

Shelterforce LIHTC for Regular PeopleThe Low-Income Housing Tax Credit is famously complex. We can't exactly make it simple, but we've broken down the basics, which would be especially helpful to residents who live in LIHTC properties. Robin Dondiego reads, "LIHTC for Regular People." This FAQ is part of the Shelterforce series "LIHTC: The Good, the Bad, the Very Complicated." Read the full FAQ here: https://shelterforce.org/2023/11/30/lihtc-for-regular-people/

2023-12-0716 min

Shelterforce How to Reform the Low Income Housing Tax Credit ProgramThere’s broad agreement that LIHTC is key to increasing the affordable housing supply and has been successful. But everyone also agrees there is room for improvement. Sandra Larson reads her latest Shelterforce story, "How to Reform the Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program." Read the full story at https://shelterforce.org/2023/11/21/how-to-reform-the-low-income-housing-tax-credit-program/ This article is part of Shelterforce's Under the Lens series—LIHTC: The Good, the Bad, and the Very Complicated.

2023-11-2121 min

Shelterforce How Are LIHTC Rules Enforced—And How Well?LIHTC developers must follow strict affordability rules—and fulfill other promises—for at least 30 years. While industry insiders insist compliance rates are high, tenant advocates say noncompliance is a real problem. Shelby R. King reads, "How Are LIHTC Rules Enforced—And How Well?" Read the full story at https://shelterforce.org/2023/11/15/how-are-lihtc-rules-enforced-and-how-well/ This story is part of Shelterforce's Under the Lens series: LIHTC—The Good, the Bad, and the Very Complicated.

2023-11-1722 min

Shelterforce LIHTC: How It Started, How It’s GoingThe Low-Income Housing Tax Credit was created in a moment when other real estate tax preferences were going away—but at the time, no one expected it to grow into the main source of affordable housing finance in the country. Miriam Axel-Lute reads, "LIHTC: How It Started, How It’s Going." Read the full article at https://shelterforce.org/2023/11/15/lihtc-how-it-started-how-its-going/ This article is part of Shelterforce's Under the Lens series: LIHTC: The Good, the Bad, and the Very Complicated.

2023-11-1709 min

Shelterforce Tenant Protections Undone: How Florida Organizers Are Moving ForwardGov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill in June that overrode dozens of local tenant protection laws won there in recent years. How are housing organizers in Florida fighting back? And what can other organizers do if they live in a state that is hostile to tenant protections? Natasha Ishak reads, "Tenant Protections Undone: How Florida Organizers Are Moving Forward," in Shelterforce. Read the story at https://shelterforce.org/2023/10/24/tenant-protections-undone-how-florida-organizers-are-moving-forward/

2023-10-2613 min

Shelterforce Supreme Court Decision: Good for Homeowners, Bad for Land Banks?For Shelterforce, Katya Schwenk reports on a SCOTUS ruling that may end up benefiting speculators and hurting land banks. Read the full story at https://shelterforce.org/2023/10/19/supreme-court-decision-good-for-homeowners-bad-for-land-banks/

2023-10-2016 min

Shelterforce Why Housing Policy Should Include More Funding For Home Repairs. Read by Lara HeardResearchers found that older homeowners in St. Louis averaged $13,000 in unmet home repairs. How can advocates measure home repair need in their own cities? And how much of a difference can home repairs make? Shelterforce's Lara Heard reads, "Why Housing Policy Should Include More Funding For Home Repairs," written by By Todd Swanstrom and John N. Robinson III. Read the article at https://shelterforce.org/2023/08/17/why-housing-policy-should-include-more-funding-for-home-repairs/

2023-09-1219 min

Shelterforce Poor by Design: SSI Asset Caps. Read by Lara HeardAsset caps on Supplemental Security Income, or SSI, and other benefits keep people with disabilities from building up emergency savings and financial security—or buying a home. Lara Heard reads her latest Shelterforce story, "Poor by Design: SSI Asset Caps." Read the full story at https://shelterforce.org/2023/08/02/poor-by-design-ssi-asset-caps/

2023-08-0410 min

Shelterforce Where Missoula Built Sidewalks, A Health Equity Focus Followed. Read by Lara HeardThe Missoula City-County Health Department is working to expand health equity through a full-time government position, five years after a health initiative brought new sidewalks to low-income neighborhoods. Shelterforce's Lara Heard reports on "Where Missoula Built Sidewalks, A Health Equity Focus Followed." Read the story at https://shelterforce.org/2023/07/18/where-missoula-built-sidewalks-a-health-equity-focus-followed/.

2023-07-2404 min

Shelterforce Accessible Housing Is Not Just About How Buildings Are Built. Read by Miriam Axel-LuteThe ways in which buildings are managed after they are built also affects how accessible and inclusive they are. Shelterforce's Miriam Axel-Lute reads, "Accessible Housing Is Not Just About How Buildings Are Built." Read the story at: https://shelterforce.org/2023/06/20/accessible-housing-is-not-just-about-how-buildings-are-built/ This article is part of Shelterforce's latest Under the Lens series: Not Just Ramps—Disability and Housing Justice. Check out the series at: https://shelterforce.org/category/not-just-ramps-disability-and-housing-justice/

2023-06-2309 min

Shelterforce Disability Justice and Equity in HousingWelcome to Shelterforce’s newest Under the Lens series, Not Just Ramps—Disability and Housing Justice. Shelterforce's Miriam Axel-Lute lays out why the connection between disability and affordable housing is so strong, and why it’s so important for housers to understand.

2023-06-1419 min

Shelterforce Cross-Disability Design Makes Housing Better for Everyone. Read by Isaac Haney-OwensWhy should affordable housing projects incorporate a range of accessibility features, going above and beyond code requirements? Isaac Haney-Owens reads, "Cross-Disability Design Makes Housing Better for Everyone," a piece written by Fatimah Aure and Caroline Bas. This article was featured in Shelterforce's new Under the Lens series: Not Just Ramps—Disability and Housing Justice. Read the article at https://shelterforce.org/2023/06/13/cross-disability-design-makes-housing-better-for-everyone/ Read the series at https://shelterforce.org/category/not-just-ramps-disability-and-housing-justice/

2023-06-1318 min

Shelterforce Which U.S. Laws Require Accessibility in Housing—And How Well Do They Do?Activists have been fighting for decades to expand accessible housing for disabled residents. They’ve made progress, but say that current regulations and enforcement don’t go far enough. Meir Rinde reads, "Which U.S. Laws Require Accessibility in Housing—And How Well Do They Do?" This article is part of Shelterforce's latest Under the Lens series: Not Just Ramps—Disability and Housing Justice. Check out the series at: https://shelterforce.org/category/not-just-ramps-disability-and-housing-justice/

2023-06-1217 min

Shelterforce Who Can Afford Housing in Madison, Wisconsin? Read by Zoe SullivanMadison is growing fast and building a lot of housing. But new construction isn’t keeping pace with the need, especially for high-income and extremely low-income earners. Zoe Sullivan reads, "Who Can Afford Housing in Madison, Wisconsin?" Read the Shelterforce story at https://shelterforce.org/2023/05/25/who-can-afford-housing-in-madison-wisconsin/

2023-05-2613 min

Shelterforce Six Steps to Ensuring a Strong Right to Organize for Tenants. Read by Kelly HogueGetting solid legal protections in place will help tenants stick up for themselves more safely and effectively. Here are recommendations for a comprehensive set of legal reforms that states and cities should adopt to help tenants advocate collectively for fairer treatment and access to safe, affordable homes. Kelly Hogue reads, "Six Steps to Ensuring a Strong Right to Organize for Tenants," a Shelterforce piece she co-wrote with Heather Way. Read the piece at https://shelterforce.org/2023/05/04/six-steps-to-ensuring-a-strong-right-to-organize-for-tenants/.

2023-05-2415 min

Shelterforce When a Land Bank Starts a Land Trust. Read by Marielle ArguezaAn Ohio land bank adds to its developing power through a community land trust. Marielle Argueza reads, "When a Land Bank Starts a Land Trust," which appears in Shelterforce. Read the story at https://shelterforce.org/2023/05/02/when-a-land-bank-starts-a-land-trust/

2023-05-0911 min

Shelterforce How We Won Rent Control in Pasadena, California. Read by Ryan BellThe last year and a half has seen much progress for renters in Southern California as cities pass rent control and other tenant protections. Ryan Bell reads, "How We Won Rent Control in Pasadena, California," a piece he wrote for Shelterforce. Read the full piece at https://shelterforce.org/2023/04/21/how-we-won-rent-control-in-pasadena-california/

2023-04-2716 min

Shelterforce Her Story, Her Power: Women of Color on the Front LinesThe audio version of Shelterforce's webinar, Women of Color on the Front Lines, moderated by Schlonn Hawkins, features Munirah El-Bomani, Rosie Grant, Bambie Hayes-Brown, and Jennifer J. Made. See the video at https://shelterforce.org/2023/04/11/women-of-color-on-the-front-lines-a-shelterforce-webinar/

2023-04-1256 min

Shelterforce Reforming Zoning in a Racist Market Still Worth It. Read by Jessica TrounstineIn a racist society, markets cause racist housing outcomes, but nonetheless the influence of land use regulation shouldn't be ignored. Jessica Trounstine reads, "Reforming Zoning in a Racist Market Still Worth It," a piece she wrote for Shelterforce. Read the full piece at https://shelterforce.org/2023/03/02/reforming-zoning-in-a-racist-market-still-worth-it/

2023-04-0608 min

Shelterforce Tenants Rights Advance in California. Read by Kenton CardReaction to the housing crisis in California has led to a series of gains for tenants, including a new Renters’ Caucus. Kenton Card reads, "Tenants Rights Advance in California," which appears in Shelterforce. Read the full story at https://shelterforce.org/2023/03/08/tenants-rights-advance-in-california/

2023-03-2411 min

Shelterforce Egg Prices and Rents—What Do They Have in Common? Read by Miriam Axel-LuteAvian flu gave companies cover to price gouge. Could the attention to lack of housing supply do the same for landlords? Shelterforce's Miriam Axel-Lute reads her latest piece, "Egg Prices and Rents—What Do They Have in Common?" Read the full piece at https://shelterforce.org/2023/03/03/egg-prices-and-rents-what-do-they-have-in-common/.

2023-03-1507 min

Shelterforce AFFH’s Bumpy Road to Overcoming Segregation. Read by Meir RindeThe affirmatively furthering fair housing rule was intended to force communities to take action to address housing segregation and discrimination. How has the rule evolved throughout the years, and will a proposed new rule finally put some teeth into the legal concept? Meir Rinde reads, "AFFH’s Bumpy Road to Overcoming Segregation," which is part of Shelterforce's latest Under the Lens series—New AFFH Rules: What You Need to Know. Read the full series at https://shelterforce.org/category/new-affh-rules-what-you-need-to-know/.

2023-03-1416 min

Shelterforce Editor's Note: AFFH—Third Time's the Charm? Read by Miriam Axel-LuteWhat’s the Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing provision? How has it been enforced in the past? And what do fair housing advocates think of the proposed changes? Shelterforce’s latest Under the Lens series—New AFFH Rules: What You Need to Know—explores that and more. Shelterforce's Miriam Axel-Lute explains what you can expect. Read the full editor's note at https://shelterforce.org/2023/03/13/affh-third-times-the-charm/.

2023-03-1402 min

Shelterforce The Real Reason Why Babies at a St. Louis Public Housing Complex Weren’t Sleeping on Their OwnWhen a St. Louis-based group convened public housing residents to talk about infant mortality, they discovered a serious housing issue that affected tenants’ health. To the organization’s credit, they didn’t turn away from the problem. Shelby R. King reads, "The Real Reason Why Babies at a St. Louis Public Housing Complex Weren’t Sleeping on Their Own," written by Amanda Abrams. Read the full Shelterforce article at https://shelterforce.org/2023/02/28/the-real-reason-why-babies-at-a-st-louis-public-housing-complex-werent-sleeping-on-their-own/.

2023-03-0615 min

Shelterforce NCRC Claims KeyBank Broke Promises, Failed Black Homeowners. Read by Meir RindeIn 2016 KeyBank promised to invest $16.5 billion in low- and moderate-income communities. Six years later, the bank is facing allegations that it not only broke its investment promises, but it actually regressed in the share of its lending that goes to Black communities. Listen to "NCRC Claims KeyBank Broke Promises, Failed Black Homeowners," by Meir Rinde. Read the full Shelterforce story at https://shelterforce.org/2023/02/24/ncrc-claims-keybank-broke-promises-failed-black-homeowners/.

2023-03-0324 min

Shelterforce How to Build a YIMBY/Tenant Activist Bridge, a Shelterforce WebinarCan tenant organizers and YIMBY groups work together, despite differences of priorities, and sometimes even values? Listen to "How to Build a YIMBY/Tenant Activist Bridge," a Shelterforce webinar moderated by Shelby R. King. Speakers include: —Lisa Bates, professor at Portland State University in the Toulan School of Urban Studies and Planning and in Black Studies —Margot Black, tenants rights organizer, activist, advocate, and founder of Portland Tenants United —Ernest Brown, executive director of Abundant Housing Atlanta Laura Loe, founder of Share the Cities —Alex Schafran, housing consultant for Schafran Strategies —Cea Weaver, campaign coordinator for Housing Justice for All Watch the...

2023-02-231h 24

Shelterforce Major Changes Coming for CDFIs. Read by Meir RindeRequirements to be certified as a community development financial institution (CDFI) will soon change—and some lenders that qualified before might no longer. Meir Rinde reads his latest Shelterforce story, "Major Changes Coming for CDFIs." Read the full story at https://shelterforce.org/2023/01/12/major-changes-coming-for-cdfis/. For more stories like this, go to Shelterforce.org.

2023-01-1315 min

Shelterforce Instead of Toys, These Organizers Want You to Give Rent Money. Interview by Miriam Axel-LuteRent for Moms is a fundraising campaign that sought to help 50 single Black moms retain or obtain housing by Christmas. By the end of 2022, the campaign raised more than $100,000 for moms across the nation. Shelterforce's Miriam Axel-Lute talks with Didi Delgado, the organizer of the Rent for Moms campaign. Read the interview at https://shelterforce.org/2022/12/21/instead-of-toys-organizers-want-you-to-give-rent-money/. For more stories like this, go to Shelterforce.org.

2023-01-1020 min

Shelterforce Tenant Advocates Wait for Action After Meeting with White House Officials. Read by Meir RindeTenants got to talk directly to the Biden administration about the need to rein in soaring rents. Will action follow? Meir Rinde reads his latest Shelterforce piece, "Tenant Advocates Wait for Action After Meeting with White House Officials." Read the full story at https://shelterforce.org/2023/01/06/tenant-advocates-wait-for-action-after-meeting-with-white-house-official/

2023-01-0608 min

Shelterforce All Tenants Get Right to Counsel in Kansas City. Read by Sandra LarsonKansas City is one of a small but growing number of cities that guarantees access to counsel for all tenants facing eviction, regardless of income. Organizers say the seeds were planted back in 2019, the year the city passed a tenant bill of rights. Sandra Larsons reads her latest Shelterforce story, "All Tenants Get Right to Counsel in Kansas City." Read the full story at https://shelterforce.org/2022/12/12/all-tenants-get-right-to-counsel-in-kansas-city/ This article is part of Tenant Power Returns, an Under the Lens series produced by Shelterforce. Check out the full series at https://shelterforce.org/2022/12/12/all-tenants-get-right-to-counsel-in-kansas-city/

2022-12-1411 min

Shelterforce Tenant Protections Take a Step Forward in Maryland. Read by Sandra LarsonAccess to counsel in evictions is now funded statewide, and several other tenant protections have passed, but the Maryland effort shows that solidifying tenant protections can be a multiyear process. Sandra Larson reads her latest Shelterforce article, "Tenant Protections Take a Step Forward in Maryland." Read the full article at https://shelterforce.org/2022/12/12/tenant-protections-take-a-step-forward-in-maryland/ This article is part of Shelterforce's Under the Lens series, Tenant Power Returns. Read more at https://shelterforce.org/category/tenant-power-returns/

2022-12-1309 min

Shelterforce Is Everything in Your Lease Legal? Quite Possibly Not. Read by Minhae RothSome leases plainly contradict state law or include questionable, punitive, or egregiously anti-tenant clauses. Minhae Shim Roth explores more in "Is Everything in Your Lease Legal? Quite Possibly Not," her latest story for Shelterforce. Read the full story at https://shelterforce.org/2022/12/05/is-everything-in-your-lease-legal-quite-possibly-not/

2022-12-0717 min

Shelterforce Is a YIMBY/Tenant Activist Bridge Possible? Read by Shelby R. KingA culture war between housing justice advocates and YIMBYs began in 2014. While the groups have different priorities, they do have shared interests. Can they be allies or will the habitual quarreling keep them at odds? Shelby R. King reads her latest Shelterforce article, "Is a YIMBY/Tenant Activist Bridge Possible?" Read the full story at https://shelterforce.org/2022/12/06/is-a-yimby-tenant-activist-bridge-possible/

2022-12-0727 min

Shelterforce How Organizers Won a Tenants Bill of Rights in Miami-Dade County. Read by Sandra LarsonResponding to tenants’ top concerns, organizers in Miami-Dade County pivoted from affordability issues to landlord accountability and won a package of new tenant protections. Here’s how they did it. Sandra Larson reads her latest Shelterforce article, "How Organizers Won a Tenants Bill of Rights in Miami-Dade County." Read the full story at https://shelterforce.org/2022/12/06/how-organizers-won-a-tenants-bill-of-rights-in-miami-dade-county/.

2022-12-0709 min

Shelterforce The Rise and Fall of the National Tenants Union. Read by John AtlasThe National Tenants Union fought for tenant rights in the late 1970s and early 1980s. John Atlas, one of the union’s founders, reflects on the organization and what we might learn from those times. Read the story at https://shelterforce.org/2022/11/22/the-rise-and-fall-of-the-national-tenants-union/ This article is part of Shelterforce's Under the Lens series, Tenant Power Returns. Read the full series here: shelterforce.org/category/tenant-power-returns/

2022-11-2238 min

Shelterforce Organized Tenants Are Baaaaack. Read by Shelby R. KingAfter a lull in the 1990s, the tenants rights movement reemerged and has only gained strength. What caused the resurgence and what do tenants’ prospects look like? Shelby R. King, Shelterforce's investigative reporter, reads, "Organized Tenants Are Baaaaack." Read the full article at https://shelterforce.org/2022/11/21/organized-tenants-are-back/ This article is part of Shelterforce's Under the Lens series, Tenant Power Returns. Read the full series here: https://shelterforce.org/category/tenant-power-returns/

2022-11-2127 min

Shelterforce Tenants Rights: It’s Not a Moment, It’s a Movement. Read by Miriam Axel-LuteMiriam Axel-Lute, Shelterforce's editor-in-chief, talks about our latest series, "Tenant Power Returns," where we examine the resurgence of tenant organizing. Read the full editor's note here: https://shelterforce.org/2022/11/14/tenants-rights-its-not-a-moment-its-a-movement/ Follow the series here: https://shelterforce.org/category/tenant-power-returns/

2022-11-1404 min

Shelterforce Tenant Protections 101. Read by Shelby R. KingTenant advocates have long pushed for a “tenants bill of rights.” Here’s are the top protections housing justice activists are fighting for. Shelby R. King, Shelterforce's investigative reporter, reads, "Tenant Protections 101." Read the full story here: https://shelterforce.org/2022/11/15/tenant-protections-101/ This article is part of Shelterforce's Under the Lens series, Tenant Power Returns. Read the full series here: https://shelterforce.org/category/tenant-power-returns/

2022-11-1118 min

Shelterforce Have the YIMBYs Evolved? Read by Shelby R. KingYes in My Back Yard activists started with a simple—and some would say simplistic—argument: to solve the nation’s housing crisis we just need to build more housing, of any type and in as many places as possible. But as the movement nears a decade of existence, some of its members argue that their message has become more nuanced. Shelby R. King, Shelterforce's investigative reporter, reads "Have the YIMBYs Evolved?" Read the full story at: https://shelterforce.org/2022/11/04/have-the-yimbys-evolved/

2022-11-0721 min

Shelterforce Homeowners Seeking Foreclosure Assistance Face Delays and Confusion in Many States. By Meir RindeHomeowners at threat of losing their homes to foreclosure have a potential lifeline in the federal Homeowner Assistance Fund, a nearly $10 billion program created as part of the American Rescue Plan last year. But funds are not getting to homeowners in time. Meir Rinde, Shelterforce's policy fellow, takes a closer look in "Homeowners Seeking Foreclosure Assistance Face Delays and Confusion in Many States." Read the full story at https://shelterforce.org/2022/11/03/homeowners-seeking-foreclosure-assistance-face-delays-and-confusion-in-many-states/

2022-11-0411 min

Shelterforce New Philly Land Trust Was Promised Dozens of Homes; How's It Going? Read by Meir RindeTwo years ago, Philadelphia officials agreed to give 59 vacant buildings to homeless advocates. Meir Rinde, Shelterforce's policy fellow, follows up with the historic deal in "New Philly Land Trust Was Promised Dozens of Homes; How's It Going?" Read the full story at https://shelterforce.org/2022/10/25/new-philly-land-trust-was-promised-dozens-of-homes-hows-it-going/

2022-10-2518 min

Shelterforce CDCs Are Having a Moment. Can the Momentum Last? Read by Shelby R. KingOver the past couple of years, community development corporations have been popping up in sometimes-unexpected places across the country. Will this increased interest in CDCs last, or is it a trend that will end when the money runs out? Shelby R. King reads her Shelterforce article, "CDCs Are Having a Moment. Can the Momentum Last?" Read the full story on Shelterforce's website: https://shelterforce.org/2022/10/07/cdcs-are-having-a-moment-can-the-momentum-last/

2022-10-0723 min

Shelterforce Mid-Lease Rent Hikes Surprise Affordable Housing Tenants. Read by Brandon DuongResidents of two LIHTC developments in Northern Virginia were informed that their rent would be increasing in 30 days, even if their leases weren’t ending for months. Is this part of a larger problem? Brandon Duong reads his Shelterforce article, "Mid-Lease Rent Hikes Surprise Affordable Housing Tenants." Read the full story at https://shelterforce.org/2022/10/04/mid-lease-rent-hikes-surprise-affordable-housing-tenants/

2022-10-0409 min

Shelterforce Community Development Field Is Resilient, But on the Edge. Read by Miriam Axel-LuteNew research shows that smaller community-based development organizations in particular are hanging on but facing financial challenges. Miriam Axel-Lute reads her Shelterforce article, "Community Development Field Is Resilient, But on the Edge." Read the full article at https://shelterforce.org/2022/09/29/community-development-field-is-resilient-but-on-the-edge/

2022-09-2914 min

Shelterforce Income Averaging Allowed LIHTC Housing to Reach More People—Will It Last? Read by Meir RindeA Trump-era policy that actually helped poor people could be dismantled by the IRS. Meir Rinde reads his Shelterforce article, "Income Averaging Allowed LIHTC Housing to Reach More People—Will It Last?" Read the full story at https://shelterforce.org/2022/09/27/income-averaging-allowed-lihtc-housing-to-reach-more-people-will-it-last/

2022-09-2811 min

Shelterforce ESG … and T? Tenant Protections Fly Under the Impact Investing Radar. Read by Shelby R. KingTo meaningfully evaluate real estate-related companies, organizations that evaluate impact investment standards must address tenant experiences. Shelterforce's Shelby R. King reads, "ESG … and T? Tenant Protections Fly Under the Impact Investing Radar." Read the full story here: https://shelterforce.org/2022/09/23/esg-and-t-tenant-protections-fly-under-the-impact-investing-radar/

2022-09-2315 min

Shelterforce How to Retrofit the Housing EconomyAre policy changes enough to address the housing problems we face? Alex Schafran, a visiting scholar at the Institute for Metropolitan Studies at San José State University, explains more in "How to Retrofit the Housing Economy." Read the full piece here: https://shelterforce.org/2022/08/30/how-to-retrofit-the-housing-economy/ This piece was part of Shelterforce's Under the Lens series, Homes or Cash Cows. Check out the entire series here: https://shelterforce.org/category/homes-or-cash-cows/

2022-09-0222 min

Shelterforce Can We Stop Speculative Land Grabs?There are many ways in which the housing market is tilted toward financial firms, but there are efforts underway from local, state, and federal governments (and even tenants and homeowners) that aim to level out the playing field. Listen to "Hands Off the Houses: Can we Stop Speculative Land Grabs," written by Corey McDonald. This piece appears in Shelterforce's Under the Lens series, Homes or Cash Cows. See the full article at https://shelterforce.org/2022/08/30/hands-off-the-houses-can-we-stop-speculative-land-grabs/ Find the entire series here: https://shelterforce.org/category/homes-or-cash-cows/

2022-09-0218 min

Shelterforce Biden Has Power to Impose Rent Control, Say Housing Advocates. Read by Meir RindeA coalition of more than 220 tenant unions, community organizations, and legal advocates argues that there are precedents supporting the legality of federal rent regulation. Meir Rinde, Shelterforce's policy fellow, reads, "Biden Has Power to Impose Rent Control, Say Housing Advocates." Find the full story at: https://shelterforce.org/2022/09/01/biden-has-power-to-impose-rent-control-say-housing-advocates/

2022-09-0106 min

Shelterforce "My City's So White I Moved." Brandon Duong interviews Carlynn NewhouseHistorically Black communities in Seattle and D.C. have seen major decreases in Black residents over the years as gentrification becomes more pronounced. Shelterforce's Brandon Duong sits down with Carlynn Newhouse, a spoken word artist, to discuss her latest poem on gentrification in the two cities. Read the interview here: https://shelterforce.org/2022/09/07/my-citys-so-white-i-moved-gentrification-poem/

2022-09-0123 min

Shelterforce Can We Prevent Slumlords From Buying More Buildings? Read by Miles HowardWhy should owners of buildings in illegally poor repair be able to buy more rentals? As Washington, D.C., found, it’s not the easiest thing to prevent. Miles Howard reads his Shelterforce article, "Can We Prevent Slumlords From Buying More Buildings?" Read the full story: https://shelterforce.org/2022/08/29/can-we-prevent-slumlords-from-buying-more-buildings/ This article is part of Homes or Cash Cows, an Under the Lens series. Read the entire series at https://bit.ly/HomesorCashCows

2022-08-2919 min

Shelterforce Could This Supreme Court Ruling Affect Fair Housing? Read by Meir RindeExperts on housing law discuss the potential repercussions of a recent Supreme Court decision that struck down the EPA’s authority in limiting greenhouse gas emissions. Could conservative judges apply the same rationale to limit HUD's authority? Meir Rinde, Shelterforce's policy fellow, reads: "Could This Supreme Court Ruling Affect Fair Housing?" Read the full story here: https://shelterforce.org/2022/08/25/could-this-supreme-court-ruling-affect-fair-housing/

2022-08-2612 min

Shelterforce When Landlords Hide Behind LLCs. Read by Brian MykulynIt’s difficult to know who owns a property because corporate landlords and investors tend to structure their business as limited liability companies, or LLCs. This type of hidden ownership is linked to deteriorating housing and a lack of accountability. Brian Mykulyn reads, "When Landlords Hide Behind LLCs," a piece he co-wrote with Elora Raymond for Shelterforce's series, Homes or Cash Cows. Read the full story here: https://shelterforce.org/2022/08/23/when-landlords-hide-behind-llcs/ Check out the series here: https://bit.ly/HomesorCashCows

2022-08-2213 min

Shelterforce Unmasking the Property OwnersThere’s a reason land ownership is a matter of public record—but at the moment the records we have aren’t actually doing the job. "Unmasking the Property Owners," is written by Andrew Jakabovics and appears in Shelterforce's Under the Lens series, Homes or Cash Cows? Read the full story here: https://shelterforce.org/2022/08/22/public-land-records-public-purpose-and-public-policy/ Check out the series here: https://bit.ly/HomesorCashCows

2022-08-2208 min

Shelterforce The Financialization of Housing and Its Implications for Community Development. By Benjamin TeresaOver the last two decades homeowners and investors have increasingly treated housing as a financial asset, like stocks or bonds. How has this changed the housing market for the worse, and how can we fix it? Benjamin Teresa reads his Shelterforce article, "The Financialization of Housing and Its Implications for Community Development." This piece is part of the Under the Lens series—Homes or Cash Cows? Read the full story here: https://shelterforce.org/2022/08/09/the-financialization-of-housing-and-its-implications-for-community-development/ See the complete series here: https://bit.ly/HomesorCashCows

2022-08-0920 min

Shelterforce Unfair Market Rents: How Inflation Is Skewing FMRs. Read by Meir Rinde"Fair market rents" are set by HUD and used to determine how much federal assistance programs will pay toward rent. But with soaring inflation, rapidly increasing rental costs, and widespread housing shortages, they're not keeping up. Shelterforce's Meir Rinde reads his report, "Unfair Market Rents: How Inflation is Skewing FMRs." Find the full article here: https://shelterforce.org/2022/07/29/unfair-market-rents-how-inflation-is-skewing-fmrs/

2022-08-0214 min

Shelterforce Proposed CRA Rule Receives Mixed Reviews from Housers. Read by Meir RindePublic comment is open through Aug. 5 on proposed Community Reinvestment Act rule changes. They are worlds better than the Trump-era proposal. Why are some advocates still disappointed? Shelterforce's Meir Rinde reads, "Proposed CRA Rule Receives Mixed Reviews from Housers." Read the story at https://shelterforce.org/2022/07/14/proposed-community-reinvestment-act-rule-receives-mixed-reviews-from-housers/

2022-07-1813 min

Shelterforce Minor Defendants: What Happens When Kids Are Named in Evictions. Read by Shelby R. KingWhen landlords name minor children in eviction filings, the negative effects could haunt them years later. Shelterforce's Shelby R. King reads, "Minor Defendants: Kids Are Being Named in Evictions." Read the full story here: https://shelterforce.org/2021/11/11/minor-defendants-kids-are-being-named-in-evictions/

2022-07-0513 min

Shelterforce Something Old, Something New: Biden's Housing Plan. Read by Meir RindePresident Biden’s Housing Supply Action Plan is a catchall of existing proposals, tiny tweaks, and things Congress would have to fund—plus a few genuinely interesting administrative moves. Here’s the rundown. Meir Rinde, Shelterforce's policy fellow, reads "Something Old, Something New: Biden's Housing Plan." Read the full story at https://shelterforce.org/2022/06/27/something-old-something-new-bidens-housing-plan/

2022-06-2416 min

Shelterforce Whatever Happened to Those Proposed Investments in Housing? Read by Meir RindeThe Build Back Better plan would have made huge new investments in housing. But most of what the plan promised isn’t going to happen. Would any housing plan have a chance of making it through Congress? Meir Rinde, Shelterforce's policy fellow, reads "Whatever Happened to Those Proposed Investments in Housing?" Read the full story at https://shelterforce.org/2022/05/05/what-happened-to-those-build-back-better-housing-investments/

2022-05-0409 min

Shelterforce (Part 1) ADUs: Defined, Disambiguated, and Debated. Read by Shelby R. KingAccessory dwelling units are being touted as a way to provide more affordable rental units for tenants, and additional monthly income for homeowners. But some cities allow them, others don’t. So what are ADUs exactly? Shelby R. King reads "ADUs: Defined, Disambiguated, and Debated," the first in a six-part series. Shelterforce takes a deep dive into all-things accessory dwelling units in its recent series: ADUs Explained. See more from the series here: https://shelterforce.org/category/adus-explained/

2022-05-0414 min

Shelterforce (Part 2) ADUs: Laws and Uses, Do’s and Don’ts. Read by Shelby R. KingAs ADUs gain national attention, cities are searching for the best ways to legalize their development and encourage construction. Shelby R. King reads "ADUs: Laws and Uses, Do’s and Don’ts," the second in a six-part series. Shelterforce takes a deep dive into all-things accessory dwelling units in its recent series: ADUs Explained. Read more from the series here: shelterforce.org/category/adus-explained/

2022-05-0324 min

Shelterforce Editor's Note: What Does It Take to Get ADUs Built? Read By Miriam Axel-LuteShelterforce's Miriam Axel-Lute talks about our new series: ADUs Explained. Over the next several weeks, we’ll take a look at some of the major policy considerations in legalizing accessory dwelling units, how they get built and financed, and the role they can play in our affordable housing landscape. Read more from the series here: shelterforce.org/category/adus-explained/

2022-05-0203 min

Shelterforce How an Obscure HUD Definition Is Leaving Housing Dollars Unspent. Read by Meir RindeAgencies are required to set aside a percentage of their HOME grants for projects led by community housing development organizations. But changes HUD implemented in 2013 have made it harder for nonprofits to receive those funds. Shelterforce's policy fellow Meir Rinde takes a closer look. Read the full article at https://shelterforce.org/2022/04/27/how-an-obscure-hud-definition-is-leaving-housing-dollars-unspent/

2022-04-2611 min

Shelterforce Making Homeownership Work BetterPrograms to help households of color buy homes have struggled to make a dent in the racial wealth gap. Some programs and initiatives are trying to think differently about how to approach the process to generate better outcomes for the buyers they serve. "Making Homeownership Work Better," was written by Brittany Hutson and Miriam Axel-Lute. The piece ran in Shelterforce's 2022 series—The Racial Wealth Gap: Moving to Systemic Solutions. Read the article at: The piece ran in Shelterforce's 2022 series—The Racial Wealth Gap: Moving to Systemic Solutions. Read the full article at: https://shelterforce.org/2022/03/15/rethinking-homeownership-incentives-to-shrink-the-racial-wealth-gap/

2022-03-1516 min

Shelterforce Rethinking Homeownership Incentives to Shrink the Racial Wealth GapThis set of federal tax policy recommendations could support first-time homebuyers, enable renters and owners to save money, and help close the wealth gap. "Rethinking Homeownership Incentives to Shrink the Racial Wealth Gap," was written by Jenny Schuetz. The piece ran in Shelterforce's 2022 series—The Racial Wealth Gap: Moving to Systemic Solutions. Read the full article at: https://shelterforce.org/2022/03/15/rethinking-homeownership-incentives-to-shrink-the-racial-wealth-gap/

2022-03-1520 min

Shelterforce Blaming Redlining Is Too EasyExpanding access to the housing market is unlikely to do much to close the racial wealth gap. Here’s why. "Blaming Redlining Is Too Easy," was written by David Imbroscio. The piece ran in Shelterforce's 2022 series—The Racial Wealth Gap: Moving to Systemic Solutions. Read the full piece at: https://shelterforce.org/2022/03/01/housing-racism-and-the-racial-wealth-gap/

2022-03-1410 min

Shelterforce The Long Road to Recovery From Medical DebtDisproportionate amounts of medical debt contribute to the racial wealth gap. What can be done? "The Long Road to Recovery From Medical Debt," was written by Nicole Martinez for Shelterforce's 2022 series—The Racial Wealth Gap: Moving to Systemic Solutions. Read the full story at https://shelterforce.org/2022/02/15/the-long-road-to-recovery-from-medical-debt/

2022-03-1409 min

Shelterforce Credit Where Credit Is Due: Expanding Access to Capital for BIPOC DevelopersThe dual financial system affects not only Black and Brown consumers, but Black- and Brown-led firms. In the past two years, CDFIs have focused on shifting access to capital for developers in particular. "Credit Where Credit Is Due: Expanding Access to Capital for BIPOC Developers," was written by Nisha Mistry for Shelterforce's 2022 series—The Racial Wealth Gap: Moving to Systemic Solutions. Read the full story here: https://shelterforce.org/2022/02/22/credit-where-credit-is-due-expanding-access-to-capital-for-bipoc-developers/

2022-03-1416 min

Shelterforce The Racial Wealth Gap Begins With Our Tax CodeWe review Dorothy A. Brown’s book, "The Whiteness of Wealth," which breaks down the deleterious effect our tax code has had on Black lives. "The Racial Wealth Gap Begins With Our Tax Code" was written by Keli A. Tianga for Shelterforce's 2022 series—The Racial Wealth Gap: Moving to Systemic Solutions. Read the full review here: https://shelterforce.org/2022/03/08/the-racial-wealth-gap-begins-with-our-tax-code/

2022-03-1407 min

Shelterforce Increased Homeownership Won’t Close the Racial Wealth Gap. Read by Miriam Axel-LuteDespite the hopes pinned on it, homeownership is currently too affected by racism at every turn to be an equalizer. Miriam Axel-Lute reads "Increased Homeownership Won't Close the Racial Wealth Gap," an article she wrote for Shelterforce. Read more at shelterforce.org/category/racial-wealth-gap/

2022-03-1422 min

Shelterforce Dot’s Home, a Computer Game, Addresses History of Housing Discrimination. Read by Brandon DuongA new video game called Dot's Home aims to educate players on the various housing barriers facing Black Americans through history. How well does it do that? Brandon Duong reads, "Dot's Home, a Computer Game, Addresses History of Housing Discrimination," a review for Shelterforce. Read the full review here: https://shelterforce.org/2022/03/10/new-computer-home-addresses-history-of-housing-discrimination/

2022-03-1106 min

Shelterforce Part 2—How to Make Universal Vouchers Actually Work. Read by Shelby R. KingIf Congress gave the Housing Choice Voucher program enough money to serve every income-eligible applicant, what other reforms would be needed so every voucher recipient could find a decent home in a suitable area? Shelby R. King reads her Shelterforce article, "How to Make Universal Vouchers Actually Work." Read the full article at: https://shelterforce.org/2021/10/15/how-to-make-universal-vouchers-actually-work/

2022-03-0926 min

Shelterforce Part 1—Universal Housing Vouchers: A Promise or a Pipe Dream? By Shelby R. KingPresident Biden promised to expand the Housing Choice Voucher program so that everyone who qualifies for a voucher gets one. What exactly would that change entail, and how long could it be before we see it happen? Shelby R. King reads her Shelterforce piece, "Universal Housing Vouchers: A Promise or a Pipe Dream?" Read the full story at: https://shelterforce.org/2021/08/19/universal-housing-vouchers-a-promise-or-a-pipe-dream/

2022-03-0915 min

Shelterforce Disparities in Access to Property Tax Relief Programs. Read by Heather WayHeather Way reads, "Disparities in Access to Property Tax Relief Programs." This piece is part of the Shelterforce series, "The Racial Wealth Gap: Building Moving to Systemic Solutions." Read more at shelterforce.org/category/racial-wealth-gap/

2022-03-0721 min

Shelterforce A Home’s True Worth—Getting Beyond Appraisal Bias. Read by Dan ReedDan Reed reads, "A Home's True Worth—Getting Beyond Appraisal Bias," an article he reported on for Shelterforce. This article is part of The Racial Wealth Gap—Moving to Systemic Solutions. Read the full set of articles at https://shelterforce.org/category/racial-wealth-gap/

2022-02-2810 min

Shelterforce The Post-Protest Pledges: Banks’ Racial Equity Initiatives. Read by Shelby R. KingShelby R. King reads, "The Post-Protest Pledges: Banks’ Racial Equity Initiatives." This piece is part of the Shelterforce series, "The Racial Wealth Gap: Building Moving to Systemic Solutions." Read more at shelterforce.org/category/racial-wealth-gap/

2022-02-2219 min

Shelterforce Part 3—What if Vouchers Aren’t the (Only) Answer? Read by Shelby R. KingRather than rely on expanding Section 8 vouchers, some affordable housing and tenant advocates argue the federal government should invest heavily in addressing the affordable housing shortage at its root. Shelby R. King reads her Shelterforce article, "What if Vouchers Aren't the (Only) Answer?" Read the full article at: https://shelterforce.org/2022/02/18/what-if-vouchers-arent-the-only-answer/

2022-02-1813 min

Shelterforce The Role Student Debt Plays in the Racial Wealth Gap. Read by Brandon DuongShelterforce's Brandon Duong reads, "The Role Student Debt Plays in the Racial Wealth Gap." The article is part of the Shelterforce series, "The Racial Wealth Gap: Building Moving to Systemic Solutions." https://shelterforce.org/2022/02/15/the-role-student-debt-plays-in-the-racial-wealth-gap/ Read more from the series here: https://shelterforce.org/category/racial-wealth-gap/

2022-02-1517 min

Shelterforce The Debt Trap: How Court Debt Widens the Racial Wealth Gap. Read by Minhae Sim RothMinhae Shim Roth reads, "The Debt Trap: How Court Debt Widens the Racial Wealth Gap," an article she wrote for Shelterforce. This piece is part of the Shelterforce series, "The Racial Wealth Gap: Building Moving to Systemic Solutions." Read more at https://shelterforce.org/category/racial-wealth-gap/

2022-02-1513 min

Shelterforce Doing “The Right Thing” Won’t Close the Racial Wealth Gap. Read by Anne PriceAnne Price reads "Doing 'The Right Thing' Won’t Close the Racial Wealth Gap," an article she wrote for Shelterforce. The piece is part of the Shelterforce series, "The Racial Wealth Gap: Building Moving to Systemic Solutions." Read more at https://shelterforce.org/category/racial-wealth-gap/

2022-02-0818 min

Shelterforce Kendra Bozarth reads, "Wealth Building Won’t Work While Wealth Extraction Continues."Kendra Bozarth reads, "Wealth Building Won’t Work While Wealth Extraction Continues," by Jeremie Greer. (https://shelterforce.org/2022/02/14/wealth-building-wont-work-while-wealth-extraction-continues/) Greer is co-founder and co-executive director of Liberation in a Generation. Bozarth is the communications director for the organization. This article was published in Shelterforce and is part of the series: The Racial Wealth Gap—Moving to Systemic Solutions. Read more at https://shelterforce.org/category/racial-wealth-gap/

2022-02-0809 min

Shelterforce Moving Beyond the Holy Trinity of Racial Wealth Gap Answers. Read by Miriam Axel-LuteShelterforce's Miriam Axel-Lute reads, "Moving Beyond the Holy Trinity of Racial Wealth Gap Answers." This editor's note is part of the Shelterforce series, "The Racial Wealth Gap: Building Moving to Systemic Solutions." (https://shelterforce.org/2022/02/07/moving-beyond-the-holy-trinity-of-racial-wealth-gap-answers/) Read more at https://shelterforce.org/category/racial-wealth-gap/

2022-02-0405 min