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Miami Herald
a day ago
- Business
- Miami Herald
It can be expensive to live in South Florida. Here are some of the issues
South Florida It can be expensive to live in South Florida. Here are some of the issues This collection of stories focuses on Miami's struggles with high housing costs. The first article highlights the financial strain on Miami residents, with rising rents reaching unprecedented levels, surpassing even cities like New York and Los Angeles. It tells the story of a single mother whose rent dramatically increased, leaving little room in her budget. A second story discusses the burden of homeowner association fees, noting that a significant number of properties in Miami are subject to these additional costs. In addition, the interfaith group demanding action on high rent prices from Miami-Dade leaders underscores the county's significant affordability challenges, pushing for eviction diversion programs. Read the stories below. Stephania Germain, 24, who is on a Section 8 housing voucher, poses inside her apartment that she lives in with her daughter on Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024, in Miami. Germain was raised in foster care and is doing the best she can for herself and her baby. She says that even with the voucher, with recent increases it makes paying rent tough. 'It just keeps going up and I don't get a break to save, and I need new baby clothes, ya know they grow out of them so fast,' said Germain. By Alie Skowronski NO. 1: MIAMIANS ARE THE MOST RENT-BURDENED PEOPLE IN AMERICA — AND THEY'RE STRESSED ABOUT IT New Census Bureau data shows that Miamians spend a larger chunk of their incomes on housing than residents in all other major American cities. | Published October 8, 2024 | Read Full Story by Max Klaver Home buyers should review fees for homeowners and condominium association fees to see if the amenities are worth it, including pool, gym, clubhouse. NO. 2: ARE FEES FOR CONDO AND HOMEOWNER ASSOCIATIONS WORTH IT? ASK YOURSELF THESE QUESTIONS What buyers should know about the expense. | Published January 28, 2025 | Read Full Story by LEW SICHELMAN Attendees listen to Mayor Daniella Levine Cava make a pledge to the community during the PACT Nehemiah Action Assembly on Monday, April 7, 2025, at Sweet Home Missionary Baptist Church in Cutler Bay, Fla. By Alie Skowronski NO. 3: 'RENT IS TOO DAMN HIGH.' INTERFAITH GROUP DEMANDS ACTION FROM MIAMI-DADE LEADERS One of Miami-Dade's most politically engaged interfaith groups held their annual assembly to press elected leaders to make housing more affordable and reducing evictions in Miami-Dade County. | Published April 9, 2025 | Read Full Story by Lauren Costantino The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories listed were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.
Miami Herald
2 days ago
- Business
- Miami Herald
Why affordable housing is such an issue in South Florida
South Florida Why affordable housing is such an issue in South Florida This collection of stories examines the complexities of affordable housing issues in South Florida, focusing on rising costs, policies and trends. In Miami, the situation has worsened with rising rents. Miami's condo market also grapples with a rise in buyouts for redevelopment. And many South Florida condos find themselves on a 'secret blacklist' affecting mortgage loans due to safety and financial issues. Read the stories below. North Bay Village, junto a la bahía y muy cerca de la playa de Miami Beach, recibe proyectos residenciales de lujo, que aumentan precios inmobilarios. Un programa de vivienda de la ciudad ayuda a los residentes y trabajadores esenciales a comprar condos, alquilar o pagar servicios públicos atrasados. By MATIAS J. OCNER NO. 1: IS YOUR CONDO RIPE FOR A BUYOUT? SEVEN SIGNS THAT DEVELOPERS MIGHT TARGET YOUR BUILDING The Miami Herald spoke with three real estate experts who weighed in on the telltale signs a condominium is ripe for redevelopment. | Published October 4, 2024 | Read Full Story by rsanjuan@ San Juan Stephania Germain, 24, who is on a Section 8 housing voucher, poses inside her apartment that she lives in with her daughter on Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024, in Miami. Germain was raised in foster care and is doing the best she can for herself and her baby. She says that even with the voucher, with recent increases it makes paying rent tough. 'It just keeps going up and I don't get a break to save, and I need new baby clothes, ya know they grow out of them so fast,' said Germain. By Alie Skowronski NO. 2: MIAMIANS ARE THE MOST RENT-BURDENED PEOPLE IN AMERICA — AND THEY'RE STRESSED ABOUT IT New Census Bureau data shows that Miamians spend a larger chunk of their incomes on housing than residents in all other major American cities. | Published October 8, 2024 | Read Full Story by Max Klaver Condos line the Intracoastal Waterway in Sunny Isles Beach. By MATIAS J. OCNER NO. 3: HOW TO FIND IF YOUR FLORIDA CONDO IS ON SECRET BLACKLIST BLOCKING MORTGAGE LOANS Fannie Mae, a federally chartered company that helps determine who qualifies for home mortgages, maintains a confidential database of condo buildings that it won't back for loans, typically because of maintenance, insurance or financial number of South Florida condos on the list has more than doubled since 2023, according to figures complied by a law firm that obtained the database from a source. | Published April 4, 2025 | Read Full Story by Andres Viglucci The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories listed were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
People Are Telling This Trump Voter To "Pull Up Her Bootstraps" After She Complained About Possibly Losing Government Housing Benefits
Another day, another regretful Trump voter getting roasted on the internet. In the r/LeopardsAteMyFace subreddit, user u/MoreMotivation shared a truly absurd exchange between two MAGA supporters. Everything started when someone tweeted about the Trump administration's proposal to slash rental assistance. A woman (who I'll call T) wrote, "I'm not sure about this one. My mother is 88 years old and only draws $926 Social Security and $86 retirement ck. She lives in a Section 8 202 property for seniors and disabled and rent based on her income. She really needs this apt." A man (who I'll call C) replied, "Needs to pull up her bootstraps unfortunately instead of sucking up taxpayer dollars." But T didn't like that! She responded, "Wow! She's 88 frail, and has health issues but I guess she can go back to work!! Why would you say that? I do agree that healthy able bodied young people should be off Section 8." C wrote, "Sounds like a lib begging for a government to pay her rent. Not cutout for MAGA." LOL. T replied, "I am 💯 MAGA, voted for Donald Trump 3 times! My mother voted for him, too. Her life story is too detailed to go into here, but I can assure you it is not her fault she is living there. I agree people lie and get benefits they don't deserve." Related: "Let Them Eat Teslas": People At The "No Kings" Protests This Weekend Brought Signs That Were So Clever I'm Still Laughing About Them Obviously, people had a lot to say in the comments for this one: "Sounds like you and Mommy are getting exactly what you BOTH voted for. Enjoy!" —u/JennieGee "Ah yes, can't have people sucking up taxpayer dollars except your mom apparently. Also, I am so sick of the 'taxpayer' dollars argument. Somehow, they don't complain about the millions spent on golf or a stupid parade? Plus, if they ask the states to pay for everything, I see no reason to pay federal taxes." —u/Francl27 Related: Well, Well, Well, For The Second Time In 2 Weeks, People Are Letting JD Vance Know EXACTLY How They Feel About Him In Public "Sounds like granny needs to stop being a welfare queen if she's gonna keep voting for racism." —u/dismayhurta "This quote will be forever useful." —u/SpicelessKimChi "These elderly people just don't want to work anymore… It's a shame." —u/BugEquivalents "She and her mother are getting exactly what they voted for, so why are they complaining? I don't get it. They ordered the shit sandwich, and now they get to eat the shit sandwich." —u/Dragonshatetacos "Saying, 'You're not MAGA, I'm MAGA' is a real flex for these dolts." —u/AJayBee3000 "Looks like [the Trump supporter] is about to get a new roommate." —u/highonnuggs "The families together..." —u/DiamondplateDave "I am soo, soo happy he confirmed she voted to destroy her entire life. I was about to feel bad for a minute." —u/DOAiB And finally, "It astounds me to see how many stupid people live in America. Dirt poor people voting for a billionaire who they think will have their best interests at heart. So fucking stupid." —u/Alone-in-a-crowd-1 What do you think about all this? LMK in the comments below! Also in In the News: "Honestly Speechless At How Evil This Is": 26 Brutal, Brutal, Brutal Political Tweets Of The Week Also in In the News: This Dem Lawmaker Is Going Viral For His Extremely Shady Question To Secretary Kristi Noem Also in In the News: This Conservative Said He Wears A Fake ICE Uniform For A Really, Really, Really Gross Reason
Buzz Feed
5 days ago
- Politics
- Buzz Feed
MAGA Supporter Regrets Trump Vote Over Benefits
Another day, another regretful Trump voter getting roasted on the internet. In the r/LeopardsAteMyFace subreddit, user u/MoreMotivation shared a truly absurd exchange between two MAGA supporters. Everything started when someone tweeted about the Trump administration's proposal to slash rental assistance. A woman (who I'll call T) wrote, "I'm not sure about this one. My mother is 88 years old and only draws $926 Social Security and $86 retirement ck. She lives in a Section 8 202 property for seniors and disabled and rent based on her income. She really needs this apt." A man (who I'll call C) replied, "Needs to pull up her bootstraps unfortunately instead of sucking up taxpayer dollars." But T didn't like that! She responded, "Wow! She's 88 frail, and has health issues but I guess she can go back to work!! Why would you say that? I do agree that healthy able bodied young people should be off Section 8." C wrote, "Sounds like a lib begging for a government to pay her rent. Not cutout for MAGA." LOL. T replied, "I am 💯 MAGA, voted for Donald Trump 3 times! My mother voted for him, too. Her life story is too detailed to go into here, but I can assure you it is not her fault she is living there. I agree people lie and get benefits they don't deserve." Obviously, people had a lot to say in the comments for this one: "Sounds like you and Mommy are getting exactly what you BOTH voted for. Enjoy!" "Ah yes, can't have people sucking up taxpayer dollars except your mom apparently. Also, I am so sick of the 'taxpayer' dollars argument. Somehow, they don't complain about the millions spent on golf or a stupid parade? Plus, if they ask the states to pay for everything, I see no reason to pay federal taxes." "Sounds like granny needs to stop being a welfare queen if she's gonna keep voting for racism." "This quote will be forever useful." "These elderly people just don't want to work anymore… It's a shame." "She and her mother are getting exactly what they voted for, so why are they complaining? I don't get it. They ordered the shit sandwich, and now they get to eat the shit sandwich." "Saying, 'You're not MAGA, I'm MAGA' is a real flex for these dolts." "Looks like [the Trump supporter] is about to get a new roommate." "I am soo, soo happy he confirmed she voted to destroy her entire life. I was about to feel bad for a minute." And finally, "It astounds me to see how many stupid people live in America. Dirt poor people voting for a billionaire who they think will have their best interests at heart. So fucking stupid." What do you think about all this? LMK in the comments below!
Miami Herald
5 days ago
- Business
- Miami Herald
How are we dealing with housing issues in Miami? Take a look
Real Estate News How are we dealing with housing issues in Miami? Take a look This collection of stories highlights various ways communities and people in South Florida are addressing housing challenges. In one story, Miamians confront rent burdens, with many residents spending a significant portion of their income on housing, exacerbated by high inflation rates. Another story features a Miami developer's innovative approach, transforming luxury living by launching Crescent Seas, a condo cruise line offering high seas residences. Elsewhere, a Bay Harbor condo board demonstrates foresight, successfully navigating Florida's new regulatory environment while keeping costs manageable. Meanwhile, polling reveals that a growing number of Americans, particularly non-homeowners, feel homeownership remains out of reach economically. Read the stories below. Stephania Germain, 24, who is on a Section 8 housing voucher, poses inside her apartment that she lives in with her daughter on Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024, in Miami. Germain was raised in foster care and is doing the best she can for herself and her baby. She says that even with the voucher, with recent increases it makes paying rent tough. 'It just keeps going up and I don't get a break to save, and I need new baby clothes, ya know they grow out of them so fast,' said Germain. By Alie Skowronski NO. 1: MIAMIANS ARE THE MOST RENT-BURDENED PEOPLE IN AMERICA — AND THEY'RE STRESSED ABOUT IT New Census Bureau data shows that Miamians spend a larger chunk of their incomes on housing than residents in all other major American cities. | Published October 8, 2024 | Read Full Story by Max Klaver Manager Heri Kletzenbuer, left, and board president Andre Williams stand outside the Golden Key Condominiums in Bay Harbor Islands. The managers of the modest 1960s condo have maintained affordability for owners while extensively refurbishing the building and successfully navigating recertification and stringent new post-Surfside state regulations. By Pedro Portal NO. 2: HOW A SMALL BAY HARBOR CONDO MET FLORIDA'S TOUGH RULES. AND KEPT COSTS DOWN DOING IT 'We wanted to get ahead of the curve , but we didn't want to financially cripple anyone.' | Published April 30, 2025 | Read Full Story by Andres Viglucci Rendering of Navigator when it's ready at end of 2026 NO. 3: CONDOS ON A CRUISE SHIP? WHY A MIAMI DEVELOPER IS PLANNING LUXURY HOMES AT SEA Take a look at what's being planned. | Published April 23, 2025 | Read Full Story by Vinod Sreeharsha Jane Woolridge More than two-thirds of non-homeowners, 68%, are priced out of the housing market, according to a new Gallup poll. And a record-high 45% say they likely won't buy a home in the foreseeable future. NO. 4: WILL YOU BUY A HOME? RECORD SHARE OF NON-OWNERS SAY NOT FOR A WHILE, POLL FINDS And a record-low share said they plan on buying in the next five to 10 years. | Published May 9, 2025 | Read Full Story by Brendan Rascius The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories listed were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.
