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The Economist on the Costs of London's Green Belt

by Wendell Cox 07/01/2012

The Economist reminds readers of the economics of housing (or for that matter, oil or any other good or service): constraining the supply of a good or service in demand raises its price. In a 14-page feature on London, The Economist decries the high cost of housing in London.  read more »

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Portland Mixed-Use Condo Converts to Rentals, Mixed Use Nixed

by Wendell Cox 06/29/2012

The Oregonian reports that suburban Hillsboro's first mixed use condominium development is no more. Washington Street Station, was built near the suburb's small but historic downtown (see Note on Hillsboro).  read more »

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Core Cities Growing: Available Data Indicates Domestic Migration Losses

by Wendell Cox 06/28/2012

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