Housing the Middle: A national survey of programs to encourage middle-income housing

The Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University says “In 2025, households and housing markets face an ever-more challenging environment. High home pricesand elevated interest rates reduced homebuying to its lowest level since the mid-1990s. Increases in bothinsurance premiums…

Published by The Counselors of Real Estate (CRE), this article explores how international strategies—such as public-private partnerships, modular construction, and community-led housing—can inform and enhance affordable housing efforts in the United States. It highlights the value of adapting global best…

The National Housing Preservation Database (NHPD) provides free, address-level data on federally assisted rental properties to support affordable housing preservation. Developed by PAHRC and NLIHC, it offers tools for mapping, analysis, and identifying at-risk units.

A Health Affairs article emphasizes that stable, affordable housing in high-opportunity neighborhoods—areas with quality schools, healthcare, and green spaces—is vital for children’s health and development. It advocates for increased federal investment through tools like the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC),…