pbrewer+FollowGoing to Denver Made Me Realize How Many Cities Hide Their Problems Behind Mountains” Denver looks perfect from afar — mountains, breweries, clean air. But when I explored beyond the tourist map, the image cracked. Locals complain about Californians raising rent. Californians complain locals hate newcomers. Homeless camps keep getting “relocated,” meaning pushed out of sight before big events. One bartender told me, “Denver is becoming a city for people who don’t actually live in Denver.” And honestly? I felt that. It’s wild how a city can look so peaceful while quietly fighting a war between old residents, new money, and people who can’t afford to be there at all. #Travel #Denver #Gentrification7130Share
Denise Kemp+FollowSlim-talls reshape Asheville’s Black neighborhoodsTowering “slim-tall” homes are popping up on tiny lots across Asheville’s historic Black neighborhoods, and longtime residents say it’s changing everything. These new builds are driving up property values—and taxes—so much that many families who’ve lived here for generations are being forced out. It’s not just about new houses; it’s about losing the tight-knit community and history that made these neighborhoods special. Some see a melting pot, others see displacement. What do you think: Is there a way to balance growth and affordability while keeping Asheville’s neighborhoods connected? #RealEstate #Asheville #Gentrification00Share
