Finland lowered homelessness by 75% since 2008

The direction has been quite different, even before the pandemic. Currently, it is common for people to face insufficient support, with some being advised to move to a cheaper apartment—which often doesn't exist—or to sell their house in areas where selling property is extremely difficult. In such cases, the sale frequently fails to cover the loans taken out for the house, creating even greater financial problems. Furthermore, cuts to medication and healthcare support have led to employed individuals losing access to the treatments they rely on to stay employed. This triggers a domino effect: Health issues lead to financial difficulties which lead to housing issues, which in turn result in homelessness.

Taxation changes have primarily benefited large corporations, while smaller companies have been forced into bankruptcy and mid-sized businesses continue to struggle. It remains alarmingly easy for big corporations to avoid paying taxes altogether. Additionally, mining laws are notoriously flawed—this issue is so well-known that it's even recognized in China. Corrupt politicians exacerbate the situation by selling off natural monopolies to the highest bidder, creating further problems.

When these natural monopolies fall into the wrong hands, prices for essential resources like water and electricity skyrocket, significantly increasing household expenses. This adds pressure to those already struggling financially.

The recent worldwide and local shakes are causing upheaval in the job market. Job availability is now at an all-time low, yet unemployed individuals—many of whom are partially disabled or sick—are still being forced to seek full-time work. This has left companies hesitant to advertise job openings, as such announcements often prompt an overwhelming influx of applications from candidates unsuitable for the roles.