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Ethical Real Estate Investing

Ethical Real Estate Investing

By: Hannah Kirk
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Is Ethical Real Estate Investing an oxymoron? Real estate investing, REITs, house-hacking, and short term rentals (like Airbnb) are hot right now and promise passive income, but at what cost? While real estate investing is fraught with fraud and greed, it can also be used to solve the housing crisis and undo the de facto segregation that the US created in the early 1900s. How do we build more housing, create better communities, and increase homeownership for low- and middle- income households? Is there a way to invest in real estate that improves outcomes, reduces homelessness, and doesn’t displace people? This podcast explores what it means to be an ethical real estate investor and the people and organizations making it happen.

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  • Tom Dolan - Ethical Real Estate for Artists

    Tom Dolan - Ethical Real Estate for Artists
    Sep 15 2025

    In this episode, we speak with architect Tom Dolan about the intersection of ethical real estate and artist housing. Tom discusses the challenges faced by artists in finding affordable live-work spaces, especially in the wake of tragedies like the Oakland Ghost Ship fire.

    We learn about the importance of maintaining naturally occurring affordable housing for artists, the impact of city policies on artist communities, and the efforts of organizations like Safer DIY Spaces to ensure the safety and sustainability of these spaces. Tom also explores the potential futures for artist housing and the necessity of community-oriented design in urban planning.
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