#transportation-costs

#transportation-costs

The holiday season sparks a significant increase in consumer spending. This year, Black Friday alone saw consumers shell out a record US$11.8 billion. It's the time of year when many Americans make purchases to decorate for the holidays - lights, ornaments and Christmas trees.

In Los Angeles, thousands of families face long commutes due to unaffordable housing, spending over $14,000 annually on transportation while red tape obstructs housing development near transit.