This Expert Shares How We Can Navigate The Rent Hike Crisis

Essence Magazine:

By Jasmine Browley ·Updated October 25, 2023

Year-over-year rental US rates have increased by nearly 6% since 2017. This the largest increase from 2021 to 2022 at over 14% and its affecting millions.

Fortunately, organizations like the National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC) are working to help equip people with the resources needed to keep up with the hike.

“Post COVID-19 rent moratoriums have uncovered a pressing need to assist individuals and

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