Column: It’s Not the Lattes. New Hampshire’s Affordability Crisis Is Real.

By: Gene Martin

Outlets: NHFPI

Published: October 21, 2025

Words: 807

Last Updated: 3 months ago

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Every time we post on social media about New Hampshire’s affordability crisis, the comments pour in.

“Young people are lazy. If they worked harder, they could afford a house.”

“They just need to stop buying coffee and ordering takeout.”

“Everyone wants luxury. That's the problem.”

“Why don’t young people just get a better job?”

It’s easy to say that people just need to make better choices. But the truth is, even people who are working full time or holding down …

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