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Shaping the Opportunity Zone Map to Drive Housing Production That Best Meets Community Need

  • Inclusive Communities and Neighborhoods
February 04, 2026
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Contrary to initial expectations, most Opportunity Zone investments are in housing. Governors will be selecting new Opportunity Zones in 2026, and local leaders need to work now to best position their cities to maximize the likelihood of attracting Opportunity Zone investment that aligns with their communities’ priorities and needs.
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  • Housing Access and Stability
Key Challenges and Opportunities for Housing Affordability and Stability in 2026
  • Gabi Velasco
January 28, 2026
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  • Housing Access and Stability
What Policymakers Should Know about Institutional Investors’ Role in the Housing Market
  • Amalie Zinn
October 04, 2023
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