Housing shortages in the Western world are causing numerous issues beyond just affordability, including inequality, climate change, low productivity growth, obesity, and even falling fertility rates. The high cost of housing affects nearly every aspect of people’s lives, from where they work to their overall health. The scarcity of housing in desirable areas leads to a range of problems, such as bidding up prices, income disparities, and reduced innovation. Addressing housing shortages may be the key to solving many seemingly unrelated societal problems. Unique insights are provided into the economic and social impacts of housing scarcity, offering a new perspective on common challenges in the Western world.
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