'I'm a disabled homeowner - can I afford to be ill?'
Original Article Summary
Katie McConnell says she struggled to get life insurance and mortgage protection when buying a home.
PropMatch Curated Analysis
Disabled homeowners face significant discrimination in mortgage protection insurance and struggle with lack of accessible housing options, with only 29% of disabled adults in London being homeowners compared to 42% of non-disabled adults.
Investor Relevance
Reveals untapped market opportunity for accessible housing development and highlights insurance/risk management considerations for disabled tenants, while exposing potential discrimination liability issues for landlords and developers.
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