Jun 14, 2024

Will I ever own a home?

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Housing affordability is shaping up to be a big deal in the presidential election. Plus, two reporters face off in a shrimp-eating contest.

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by Kai Ryssdal

“Marketplace” host Kai Ryssdal talks about the ongoing impact of high interest rates, inflation progress and global economic growth with Jeanna Smialek at The New York Times and Rachel Siegel at The Washington Post for the Weekly Wrap.

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How does the cost of housing figure into the consumer price index? It's complicated.

by Caleigh Wells

Jun 14, 2024

Owners' equivalent rent measures the market cost of living in a home — which is a bit different from how much we actually spend on housing.

The cost of housing makes up more than a third of the CPI.

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For young voters, housing is a top issue in this election

by Amy Scott

Jun 14, 2024

High home prices and high mortgage rates can make homeownership feel impossible for Gen Zers. But what can the president do about it?

Many Gen Zers worry about the challenges of becoming a homeowner, especially affordability. But state and local officials might have more sway over the housing market than the president.

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All you can eat: The tumultuous history of America’s favorite restaurant deal

by Stacey Vanek Smith

Jun 14, 2024

Endless shrimp, endless breadsticks, endless salad bar — they've nearly killed a lot of restaurants. So why do they keep coming back?

Red Lobster has shuttered more than 80 locations and laid off hundreds of workers, but all-you-can-eat shrimp? Still going.

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Nancy Farghalli Executive Producer

Maria Hollenhorst Producer II

Andie Corban Producer I

Sarah Leeson Producer I

Sean McHenry Director & Associate Producer II

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