Jeff Andrews joined Curbed in 2017. He covers the housing market and housing policy from a data perspective. Previously, he's written for Vocativ, Vice's Noisey, ESPN, The Associated Press, among others. He holds a BA in journalism from the University of North Texas and an MBA from Georgetown University. You can email him tips or music recommendations at jeff@curbed.com. Follow him on Twitter at @jandrews81.
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Plaster wall finishes have quietly become the preferred choice for high-end home renovations, replacing other options like paint, wallpaper, or exposed brick.
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It’s part of a broader push by HUD to eliminate civil rights protections
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The housing market is in flux heading into prime buying season
March housing data suggests inventory continues to pile up, while sales lag and price cuts spike.
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The 2020 election: Housing, transportation, climate, and infrastructure
Where the 2020 presidential candidates stand on policy that affects U.S. cities.
Nine million tons of furniture go to landfills every year. This company has a better plan
Green Standards resells, recycles, or donates a company’s office furniture
The business of van life
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