"This study aimed to create a theory-testing tool for three factors of systematic homelessness, including the low-income housing ratio, buying-down, and income restricted mobility. In order to test these features, the researcher created three separate agent-based models. The agent-based modeling approach effectively models the dynamic systematic factors of homelessness, by using agents to model the interactions between low-income families and housing market. Preliminary results of models are presented. These models are an important step in the development of relevant housing policy. In addition, future models of gentrification and urban decay are discussed."--Page ii.
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