Only 17 percent of Californians can afford to buy a typical single-family home, one of the least affordable states in the country. That’s partly why housing advocates are calling for more state funding to support first-time homebuyers, like one woman from Novato.

<p>Only 17 percent of Californians can afford to buy a typical single-family home, one of the least affordable states in the country. That&rsquo;s partly why housing advocates are calling for more state funding to support first-time homebuyers, like one woman from Novato.</p>

KQED serves the people of Northern California with a community-supported alternative to commercial media. We provide citizens with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions; convene community dialogue; bring the arts to everyone; and engage audiences to share their stories.

<p>KQED serves the people of Northern California with a community-supported alternative to commercial media. We provide citizens with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions; convene community dialogue; bring the arts to everyone; and engage audiences to share their stories.</p>

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