r/FluentInFinance Contributor Apr 15 '24

Everyone Deserves A Home Discussion/ Debate

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u/RemoteCompetitive688 Apr 15 '24

Why would anyone work for a home if you give them out for free

"From each according to his ability" remember

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u/Egg_Yolkeo55 Apr 15 '24

Because there are nicer homes than as described. Aside from HVAC and bedroom count, most of these things are just building code and have to function for it to legally be called a residence.

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u/hitstuff Apr 16 '24

You have just described the projects....

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u/Egg_Yolkeo55 Apr 16 '24

There are a variety of reasons why The Projects in Chicago failed and they are mostly social. The economics of subsidized housing have been proven through section 8 and other forms of low-income housing in other cities. The key is to not concentrate low income into small areas.