A historic housing construction boom may finally moderate rent hikes
An unprecedented surge in the nationwide construction of new housing — mostly apartments — may finally be making a dent in fast-rising rents that have been making life harder for tenants. More than 1.65 million housing units were under construction last year, the highest annual number since federal record-keeping started in 1969. This year, the number was even higher — almost 1.7 million in September. Continue reading at WA State Standard. (Marta Lavandier)
WSDOT issues grim warning for Washington roads on ‘glide path to failure’
The Washington State Department of Transportation says it’s only getting half the funding it needs to preserve and fix our roads. According to WSDOT, it’s facing an estimated $11 billion budget shortfall over the next decade. Their warning for drivers: This is likely to only get worse if nothing is done. Continue reading at KIRO 7 TV. (WSDOT)
WA recovers $2 million from ‘predatory’ student loan debt adjusters
With the recovery of $139,600 in restitution this week, Washington state’s yearslong campaign to prosecute student loan adjusters has now recouped more than $2 million for residents who were charged illegal fees. The Attorney General’s Office found several illegal practices, including false marketing about loan forgiveness and charging above the legal limit in fees. Some adjusters even claimed to be affiliated with the federal government. Continue reading at Seattle Times.
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A historic housing construction boom may finally moderate rent hikes
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