What happens when housing supply is driven by markets not Main Street
Home prices in America won’t come down without systemic reform
Home prices in America won’t come down without systemic reform

Over the next few years, it will be the most politicised business sector in America

Political pressure in response to public anxiety will demand policy responses

Despite recent concerns, it helps sustain job creation and economic growth

But it relies on a host of rosy assumptions going in investors’ favour

We’re often told housing demand exceeds supply — so why are new homes struggling to be built and bought?

As tenants’ rights reforms come into force, research finds more landlords are stepping back from the sector