Mark Foster

Avid marathoner & political guy. Native Iowan. Advocating for the next generation of homebuyers @HousingFirstMN

[Mark Foster @robmarkfoster]

@lukehellier Minnesota’s housing shortage is well established, hasn’t been a debate for many years. https://t.co/tS9WvA162N

[Mark Foster @robmarkfoster]

The HOA omnibus bill contains a very important provision for future homebuyers that will end the creation of unnecessary HOAs forced by local govts. This language has the potential to save hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars per year for a homebuyer. https://t.co/0YFnvZHyjX

[Emmett V Coleman @EmmettColeman]

Easily one of the strongest, most diverse coalitions ever seen at the #mnleg, folks are driving home the need to remove the barriers to new home construction in MN. Thanks for your leadership @Lindsey_Port @SpencerIgoMN @jordanrasmusson @RepJasmine @mikehowardmn

#HousingDayMN

[Charlie Rybak @charlierybak]

We’ve got to get out of this loser mentality in this state. Places that can grow need to grow. Things like this will further stunt our economy and make homes more expensive for everyone.

[Nick Erickson @nserickson]

“If we want to make sure that the next generation has opportunity, we’ve got to clear some of this red tape and mandates so that the homes that they want and can afford become available in Minnesota.”

https://t.co/DKzmZWO9rG

[Nick Erickson @nserickson]

Huge win for affordability

Housing First Minnesota Ends Litigation After City of Edina Repeals Ordinances

https://t.co/El6XcgQw4s

[Charlie Rybak @charlierybak]

Good news if you want Minnesota to build more housing - it sounds like we might be getting a zoning deal at the Capitol this year thanks to a group of younger, bipartisan legislators that all grew up during a housing affordability crisis. https://t.co/0SXVDOBthh

[Mark Foster @robmarkfoster]

He added, “When a few objections can erase property rights and housing options for everyone, fewer homes get built and more people are priced out of the market.”

[Mark Foster @robmarkfoster]

“What’s happening in Blaine reflects a broader problem: local governments using zoning laws to block modest, affordable housing options,” said Joe Gay, attorney with the Institute for Justice. https://t.co/hqNpzdmUjW

[Nick Erickson @nserickson]

.@robmarkfoster testifies against the forced creation of HOAs via common property mandates or direct requirements as part of a subdivision approval.

HF 2614 includes language from past and current zoning reform bills. https://t.co/ueu0xbcaG5

[Nick Erickson @nserickson]

Pro-density housing advocates believe this is the year for zoning reform in Minnesota

https://t.co/5YzLvsoXCX

[Mark Foster @robmarkfoster]

Young people say ‘affordability of housing’ is their ‘second greatest concern’ after groceries https://t.co/egxPzNWaJt

[YIMBYLAND @YIMBYLAND]

Wild that people will read this and think, “we should eliminate property taxes for old folks”

[Saagar Enjeti @esaagar]

Great graphic from the WSJ on the housing crisis: Home prices to buyer income ratio went sky high in 2021 and is barely budging

This is the whole ball game

[Steven Rattner @SteveRattner]

The average first-time homebuyer age in 2025 was 40 years old. That must have a huge negative impact on young Americans’ view of the economy.

My @Morning_Joe Chart

[Mark Foster @robmarkfoster]

Pay attention policymakers. Homeownership opportunities will quickly become the issue of our time

[Morning Brew ☕️ @MorningBrew]

The median age of first-time homebuyers in the US is a record 40 years old

Four. Zero.

[Mark Foster @robmarkfoster]

“Especially for younger people, they’re giving up on some of those dreams of owning a home and starting a family due to the cost itself,” said Sarah Darr. “Not because it’s not a priority but because they don’t feel like they can afford it any longer.” https://t.co/tG4IsQSkZE

[Mark Foster @robmarkfoster]

We’re especially grateful for their leadership and commitment during the 2025 legislative session with the Yes to Homes coalition, where they worked tirelessly to advance practical, bipartisan housing solutions. #mnleg

[Mark Foster @robmarkfoster]

🏡 Congratulations to @jordanrasmusson & @SpencerIgoMN — Housing First Minnesota’s 2025 Legislators of the Year! 🎉

Both have been strong voices for homebuyers, championing policies that make housing more affordable and keeping the dream of homeownership within reach #mnleg

[Mark Foster @robmarkfoster]

"Restrictive local zoning that prevents builders from meeting housing demand is the fundamental cause of America’s housing shortage." #mnleg https://t.co/hgE9EghTHZ