The Effects of Foreclosures on Families, and Solutions for Policymakers

In the midst of this tumultuous housing market, the Urban Institute recently released a brief report, The Impacts of Foreclosures on Families and Communities: A Primer, detailing its longer analysis of the effects of home foreclosures. The report studies the impact of foreclosures on families and their communities, as well as current and planned policies and programming aimed at mitigating their consequences. For local officials and advocates looking to get involved in responding to the foreclosure crisis, this resource is an accessible and thorough review of current research and potential solutions.

For policies to reduce home foreclosures and their negative effects on communities and families.