Avid marathoner & political guy. Native Iowan. Advocating for the next generation of homebuyers @HousingFirstMN
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The HOA omnibus bill contains a very important provision for future homebuyers that will end the creation of unnecessary HOAs forced by local govts. This language has the potential to save hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars per year for a homebuyer. startribune.com/mn-hoa-bill-…
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Easily one of the strongest, most diverse coalitions ever seen at the #mnleg, folks are driving home the need to remove the barriers to new home construction in MN. Thanks for your leadership @Lindsey_Port @SpencerIgoMN @jordanrasmusson @RepJasmine @mikehowardmn
#HousingDayMN
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We’ve got to get out of this loser mentality in this state. Places that can grow need to grow. Things like this will further stunt our economy and make homes more expensive for everyone.
Apr 20
This booming Twin Cities suburb wants to pause new construction - I will be at the Lakeville Council meeting this evening to advocate against this moratorium on behalf of @HousingFirstMN's members
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Mar 13
“If we want to make sure that the next generation has opportunity, we’ve got to clear some of this red tape and mandates so that the homes that they want and can afford become available in Minnesota.”
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Mar 12
Huge win for affordability
Housing First Minnesota Ends Litigation After City of Edina Repeals Ordinances
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Mar 10
Good news if you want Minnesota to build more housing - it sounds like we might be getting a zoning deal at the Capitol this year thanks to a group of younger, bipartisan legislators that all grew up during a housing affordability crisis. tcbmag.com/zoning-deal-gains…
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“What’s happening in Blaine reflects a broader problem: local governments using zoning laws to block modest, affordable housing options,” said Joe Gay, attorney with the Institute for Justice. startribune.com/blaine-vote-…
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He added, “When a few objections can erase property rights and housing options for everyone, fewer homes get built and more people are priced out of the market.”
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Mar 2
.@robmarkfoster testifies against the forced creation of HOAs via common property mandates or direct requirements as part of a subdivision approval.
HF 2614 includes language from past and current zoning reform bills. revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2025…
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Feb 27
Pro-density housing advocates believe this is the year for zoning reform in Minnesota
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1 Dec 2025
Young people say ‘affordability of housing’ is their ‘second greatest concern’ after groceries foxnews.com/video/6385581063…
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11 Nov 2025
Wild that people will read this and think, “we should eliminate property taxes for old folks”
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9 Nov 2025
Great graphic from the WSJ on the housing crisis: Home prices to buyer income ratio went sky high in 2021 and is barely budging
This is the whole ball game
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6 Nov 2025
The average first-time homebuyer age in 2025 was 40 years old. That must have a huge negative impact on young Americans’ view of the economy.
My @Morning_Joe Chart
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5 Nov 2025
Pay attention policymakers. Homeownership opportunities will quickly become the issue of our time
4 Nov 2025
The median age of first-time homebuyers in the US is a record 40 years old
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3 Nov 2025
“Especially for younger people, they’re giving up on some of those dreams of owning a home and starting a family due to the cost itself,” said Sarah Darr. “Not because it’s not a priority but because they don’t feel like they can afford it any longer.” startribune.com/most-minneso…
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29 Oct 2025
🏡 Congratulations to @jordanrasmusson & @SpencerIgoMN — Housing First Minnesota’s 2025 Legislators of the Year! 🎉
Both have been strong voices for homebuyers, championing policies that make housing more affordable and keeping the dream of homeownership within reach #mnleg
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29 Oct 2025
We’re especially grateful for their leadership and commitment during the 2025 legislative session with the Yes to Homes coalition, where they worked tirelessly to advance practical, bipartisan housing solutions. #mnleg
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16 Oct 2025
"Restrictive local zoning that prevents builders from meeting housing demand is the fundamental cause of America’s housing shortage." #mnleg mercatus.org/research/policy…
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5 Oct 2025
Pickle juice and Diet Coke proved to work the best among all the drink and food offerings along the course. Probably the hottest marathon I’ve ever ran, but mission accomplished thanks to my best cheerleaders!
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