Odd Jobs And A GoFundMe: One Renter’s Struggle To Remain Housed
In early March, when the coronavirus became a full-blown public health crisis in the U.S., Lea’s job drastically changed: She went from upwards of 30 clients calling her phone sex…
Millions Of Americans Are About To Be Homeless, And It’s Totally Preventable
The federal moratorium on evictions expired last Friday, ending protections for nearly 12 million Americans. This Friday, 25 million people will stop receiving an extra $600 in weekly coronavirus relief…
New Orleans housing leader warns of ‘eviction’ avalanche as end of COVID-19 aid looms
As the coronavirus pandemic enters its fifth month, an increasing number of renters from across the country are facing a grim reality — possible eviction. In New Orleans, mothers like…
New York real estate market sees steep rise in listings after state’s reopening
“What we’re seeing is a lot of concern, but also a lot of pent-up demand.” June 27, 2020, 1:05 PM 6 min read 6 min read Share to FacebookShare to…
Arson ruled in New York City house fire that killed 6-year-old girl, 2 adults: Officials
A fire that killed three people, including a 6-year-old girl, at a New York City home Wednesday afternoon was intentionally set, officials said. Fire marshals determined the blaze “was incendiary…
Cities Are Starting To Address The Eviction Crisis That’s Devastated Poor Tenants
PHILADELPHIA ― The rodent infestation had grown so severe in the home Yazmin Vazquez shared with her nephew that when she left a plate of roast beef on the stove…
Arkansas: The Worst Place to Rent in America
Subscribe to VICE News here: http://bit.ly/Subscribe-to-VICE-News Arkansas is one of the worst places to be a renter in America. It is the only state in the US … source