Housing
Majority of Americans Want Gov't to Help Stop Foreclosures
A majority of homeowners are worried about home values
January 26, 2012
At a time when the majority of homeowners are worried about home values, Democrats and independents tend to favor government action to mitigate foreclosures, while Republicans prefer the housing market resolve its problems on its own.
Almost All Nigerians Say Gov't Is Corrupt
Fuel subsidy protests reflect poverty, mistrust of officials
January 16, 2012
Ninety-four percent of Nigerians say corruption is widespread in their government, explaining the outrage triggered by the government's recent decision to remove fuel subsidies.
Americans' Ability to Afford Food Nears Three-Year Low
Overall access to basic needs also declines to a new low
November 10, 2011
Fewer Americans say they had enough money to buy the food they or their families needed in October than at any point since November 2008, continuing a decline that began in April 2011. Americans' overall access to basic needs also fell to a record low.
Yemenis Hopeless About Economy as Revolt Continues
More than 4 in 10 struggled to afford food for their families in the past year
November 8, 2011
Yemenis see their economy at a near standstill after months of violence and political instability. Fewer than 1 in 10 Yemenis in late July described local economic conditions as good and 3% saw the situation getting better.
Americans' Access to Basic Necessities at Recession Level
More Americans struggling to access healthcare, food, and shelter
October 13, 2011
Fewer Americans had access to basic life necessities such as healthcare, food, and shelter in September. The nation's Basic Access Index score fell to 81.4 last month -- on par with the 81.5 recorded in February and March 2009 during the recession.
Chinese Struggling Less Than Americans to Afford Basics
Almost one in five Americans say they did not have enough money for food in the past year
October 12, 2011
Chinese are struggling less than in the past to afford enough food and adequate shelter, while Americans are struggling more. The percentage of Americans saying they did not have money for food or adequate shelter in the previous year more than doubled from 2008 to 2011.
In U.S., Majority Still Say Now Is a Good Time to Buy a Home
However, just as many expect home prices in their area to decrease (30%) as to increase (28%)
April 22, 2011
While 69% of Americans think now is a good time to buy a house, Americans are just as likely to expect home prices in their area to decrease (30%) as to say they will increase (28%) over the year ahead.
Housing Shortage Stands Out Among Bahrain's Woes
Last fall, 41% of respondents said they had trouble affording shelter in the past year
March 31, 2011
As anti-government protests continue in Bahrain, recent surveys reveal the country's housing shortage is among the public's most pressing economic concerns. In October 2010, 41% of adults surveyed in Bahrain said there were times in the past year when they did not have enough money to pay for adequate shelter.
Adequate Housing Unaffordable for Many Worldwide
Adults in sub-Saharan Africa and former Soviet countries struggle most
December 23, 2010
At a time of year when thoughts often turn to those less fortunate, Gallup finds the struggle to afford adequate housing disproportionately affects residents in sub-Saharan Africa and the former Soviet Union.
Most Americans See Home Prices Stable or Rising
Seventy-two percent think now is a good time to buy a house
April 15, 2010
Seventy-two percent of Americans say now is a good time to buy a house. Even more importantly, 77% expect home prices in their area to stabilize or increase over the next year.
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