Volume 4 Issue 4

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The Increasing Shortage of Affordable Rental Housing in America: Action Items for Preservation
Even as American homeownership rates hit record highs, there is a need for increased focus on preserving affordable rental housing. Preservation leader Michael Bodaken reviews the current state of affairs and suggests action items for progress.

Sidebar 1: Anderson Gardens

Sidebar 2: Woodside Apartments

Perspectives
Jamie S. Gorelick comments on the critical role of the housing finance industry as investors in affordable rental preservation.

Why Is Affordable Rental Housing Being Lost?
A number of converging trends in U.S. housing markets have led to a loss of affordable rental housing. This article examines current trends and identifies populations and areas that are at greatest risk.

Insight
The Millennial Housing Commission's report to Congress expresses concern about the shortage of affordable rental housing.

Resources
Find articles, reports, and Web sites for more information about the topics addressed in this issue.

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Editorial Information

Editor: Carol A. Bell
Associate Editor: Stephanie A. Jennings

ISSN 1525-2833

Housing Facts & Findings is published by the Fannie Mae Foundation. The opinions expressed in this publication are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the views of the editors, Fannie Mae Foundation, or its officers and directors.