Housing prices in Washington D.C. and other coastal cities have surged, worsening affordability challenges. As rents increase, the debate over rent control has intensified. Policymakers consider rent control as a tool to slow rent hikes and prevent the displacement of low-income households in high-cost areas. However, rent control policies often lead to…

During the second reading on the District’s Fiscal Year 2026 budget proposal on July 28, the D.C. Council might consider a proposal to increase taxes on realized capital gains. Currently, capital gains are taxed as ordinary income, subject to the District’s standard income tax rates. Councilmember Zachary Parker has announced his intention…

Asset values are a key indicator of property performance, investment potential, and the long-term viability of housing providers. They influence property tax liabilities, access to financing, and the capacity of owners to reinvest in their buildings. Understanding the dynamics of asset value growth is particularly important in cities like D.C. with aging…