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Re:Abundance Isn't Going to Happen Unless Politicians Are Sc... by worik on Friday March 28, 2025 @04:31PM (#43509562)
Rent controls work in many cities around the world

A simple cap on rent does not work, true. But comprehensive policies to keep rent down and local people housed, can work

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Re:Abundance Isn't Going to Happen Unless Politicians Are Sc... by robertlagrant on Sunday March 30, 2025 @02:40PM (#43526432)
> policies to keep rent down and local people housed, can work

For sure - making sure demand doesn't massively for housing exceed supply of housing is all you need.

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