The number one reason people are evicted is falling behind on rent. So how do you keep that from happening in the first place?
In the final chapter in our series on evictions, we look at Section 8; the promise, the problems, and the history. And the push for guaranteed income – because if the rent is out of reach, maybe the solution is to help pay it.
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Apr 2022
Your Stories and Solutions for the Housing Crisis
What are your biggest ideas on how to solve the housing crisis? How has housing impacted/shaped your life? Throughout this season, we wanted to hear from you – the SOLD OUT audience. We asked you to get in touch, and you came through! Through voice memos, email and social media, ... Show More
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Jul 2021
r/Maliciouscompliance My Landlord Tried to Scam Me into Paying Double Rent
r/Maliciouscompliance In today's episode, OP has to break his lease and move out of his apartment early. According to the lease terms, he doesn't have to continue paying rent on that apartment if he can find a replacement tenant. He does exactly that, but his landlord says that h ... Show More
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Apr 2023
The NYC Landlord Who Says the "Golden Age" of Being a Landlord Is Over
For the most part, being a landlord, particularly in a major city, has been a good business to be in. Rents historically just go up — as do property prices. And there are multiple other ways to make money, as well. Plus, historically, politicians didn’t care much about the rights ... Show More
41m 31s