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Minnesota home inventory hit seven-year high in July

Minnesota home inventory hit seven-year high in July

According to new data from Minnesota Realtors, Minneapolis Area Realtors and the Saint Paul Area Association of Realtors, the inventory of homes reached a seven-year high in July.
by Sarah Thamer

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‘Until we have to move again:’ The journey from one St. Paul encampment to the next 

‘Until we have to move again:’ The journey from one St. Paul encampment to the next 

Marty Johnson and Chalsea Diver, like so many encampment residents, have needs that can't be immediately addressed by shelters — so despite the risks that accompany living outside, they saw no better option while awaiting a more permanent spot inside.
by Cari Spencer

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‘Difficult to say goodbye’: Residents, volunteers worry what’s next as St. Paul clears encampment

‘Difficult to say goodbye’: Residents, volunteers worry what’s next as St. Paul clears encampment

Many residents said they aren’t sure where they will go after the encampment is cleared out on Wednesday. Over 100 people were living at the camp when the mayor’s office announced the closure last month.
by Cari Spencer

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Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity's CEO Chris Coleman on making affordable housing

Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity's CEO Chris Coleman on making affordable housing

Buying a home has become too expensive for many people. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about the challenges of making homes more affordable with Chris Coleman, the CEO of Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity.
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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Twin Cities suburbs look to address 'missing middle' with more dense, affordable housing

Twin Cities suburbs look to address 'missing middle' with more dense, affordable housing

The missing middle in housing refers to everything between single-family homes and large apartments. Golden Valley recently did a study to better understand how multi-unit housing could fit into the city.
by Nina Moini and Ellen Finn

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Some outreach workers warn closing St. Paul encampments will fracture vital aid networks

Some outreach workers warn closing St. Paul encampments will fracture vital aid networks

St. Paul city officials say three homeless encampments will be closed as the city and county get people connected to services. However, some camp residents and advocates say that strategy will disconnect people from vital communities and support networks.
by Cari Spencer

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