#IntergenerationalWealthGap

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House prices in 2030

A storm is brewing in the bustling city-state of Singapore. Generation 2030, a group of young people in their 20s and 30s, are struggling to keep up with skyrocketing home prices that seem to defy all logic and government intervention. Despite the government's best efforts to stabilize housing, such as the Comprehensive Housing Plan, the market remains red-hot, and the dream of homeownership is gradually fading away for young Singaporeans.

House prices are skyrocketing and why

Central banks around the world have kept interest rates low to spur economic growth since the global financial crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic. This strategy has increased borrowing capacity for homebuyers and spurred demand from investors seeking better returns, ultimately driving up home prices. Another important factor in skyrocketing home prices is the limited supply of housing. In many urban centers, there is a shortage of housing due to a lack of available land for new residential development. This problem is exacerbated by strict zoning regulations, lengthy permitting processes, and rising construction costs. The imbalance between supply and demand naturally drives up prices.Foreign investment in real estate has been another important contributor to soaring home prices. Wealthy investors from countries like China have been buying real estate in cities around the world, often seeing them as safe havens for their capital. This increased demand from foreign buyers has added to the upward pressure on home prices. Skyrocketing home prices have a number of impacts on society. Decreased affordability: As home prices continue to rise, it is becoming increasingly difficult for individuals, especially younger generations, to purchase their own homes. Generational wealth gap: Rising home prices contribute to a generational wealth gap. Socioeconomic disparities: Rising home prices can exacerbate socioeconomic disparities within cities, as wealthier individuals can afford to live in increasingly expensive neighborhoods, while lower-income individuals are pushed into cheaper, less desirable areas.