The book uniquely integrates economic analysis with insights from urban planning, behavioral economics, and public policy to provide a holistic understanding of housing markets. It examines the fundamental drivers of housing demand, such as income levels and consumer preferences, before exploring factors influencing housing supply, including land availability and construction costs. Finally, it delves into the role of financial markets and government policies like mortgage lending practices and interest rate policies in shaping housing market outcomes. This approach equips readers to understand the complex interplay that affects housing markets and investment decisions.