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Rent control

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Heard in 1 episode across 1 show since Jul 2026

Rent control, or rent regulation, is a system of laws and government regulations that limits the amount of rent landlords can charge for residential properties. It is designed to protect tenants from rapid price increases and maintain affordable housing, though its long-term economic effects on housing supply and quality remain highly debated.

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  1. Angie NixonPositiveOct 9, 2026· Pod Save America

    Angie Nixon recommends a temporary one- to two-year rent freeze.

    “there needs to be a freeze on rent for like a year or two”

    Listen at 1:25:42

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