Housing (Leaving Cert Home Economics): Flashcards
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Define income
Define income
Financial earnings of an individual or family
Define size and family stage
Define size and family stage
Number of family members and their life stage
Define personal preferences
Define personal preferences
Individual likes/dislikes regarding housing features
Define special needs
Define special needs
Unique requirements due to health or mobility issues
Define location (housing)
Define location (housing)
Geographical position of the property
Define sustainable housing
Define sustainable housing
Eco-friendly homes with lower environmental impact
Define urbanisation
Define urbanisation
Movement towards living in urban areas
Define technological advancements (housing)
Define technological advancements (housing)
Incorporating technology into homes (smart homes)
Define community living
Define community living
Housing developments with shared amenities & communal areas
Define private housing
Define private housing
Properties owned by individuals
Define rental market
Define rental market
Properties available for rent
Define social housing
Define social housing
Govt-provided housing for low income or special needs
How does income affect housing choices?
How does income affect housing choices?
Determines affordability & buy vs rent options
How do national housing policies affect choices?
How do national housing policies affect choices?
Influence availability & affordability of housing types
Name 2 sustainable housing features
Name 2 sustainable housing features
Renewable energy systems (solar panels) & better insulation