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We Launched Today. Here's Why We Built Annum.

Annum — Fri, 29 May 2026 19:58:55 GMT

Southern Oregon has a housing problem. Not a new one; anyone who lives here already knows that. But what's harder to see is how deep it actually runs.

From Surviving to Thriving: Rethinking Housing and Wealth in Our Communities

Annum — Fri, 01 Aug 2025 16:12:52 GMT

Rethinking the Future of Housing: A Community-Based Solution

In a recent Miami Heraldarticle, social entrepreneurship professor Dr. Heather Cameron emphasized the urgent and expanding crisis of economic immobility in America. The piece, “Most Miamians live paycheck to paycheck. This researcher has some ideas to help” by Max Klaver (July 17, 2025), strongly advocates for redefining our understanding of wealth, the role of housing, and how local communities can take charge of their future.

Why ‘Buying the Motel 6’ isn’t a Housing Strategy—It’s a Headache

Annum — Thu, 29 May 2025 16:50:13 GMT

A Well-Intentioned Fix—That Creates New Problems

The shortage of affordable housing is a long-standing challenge across the U.S. Rising housing costs and low inventory are reshaping how Americans make career and life decisions. For many, access to affordable housing is directly tied to job choices like relocation, in-office attendance, and long-term loyalty to their employer.

Why Hospitals are Losing Millions on Travel Nurses - and How They Can Stop It

Annum — Fri, 28 Mar 2025 17:25:47 GMT

Hospitals everywhere are wrestling with the dilemma of temporary versus permanent nursing staff. Sure, bringing in travel nurses feels like a convenient short-term solution -- but at what long-term cost? Digging deeper reveals substantial financial, operational, and cultural impacts that make temporary staffing an unsustainable cycle.