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EPISODE · Jan 10, 2026 · 15 MIN

Election 2026: The Push to “Legalize Starter Homes” and Cut Costs in Massachusetts

from New England Weekend · host WBZ-AM

Middle and low-income families are feeling the financial pressure when it comes to housing here in Massachusetts. With such low stock and prices skyrocketing, experts say the Commonwealth is in a housing crisis. The "Legalize Starter Homes" campaign has been pushing to get a question on the upcoming November ballot that they say will make it easier to build housing, while also making it more accessible to own. Housing policy researcher Andrew Mikula, a member of the campaign, joins Nichole this week to discuss their ideas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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