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Evictions
Millions of renters face holiday evictions — and long-term debt
Dec 9, 2020
Even if someone manages to avoid or recover from an eviction, unpaid rent can have a damaging effect that lasts for years.
Report warns of a worsening affordability crisis for renters
by
Amy Scott
Nov 19, 2020
The lowest-income households were more likely to lose wages and fall behind on rent.
As state eviction bans lapse, another month's rent comes due
Oct 29, 2020
The nationwide CDC ban leaves many renters unprotected.
Without more pandemic aid, renters struggle to keep up
by
Amy Scott
Oct 19, 2020
Nearly two-thirds of renters fear being unable to pay.
As colder months approach, Maine housing advocates seek new resources
Oct 7, 2020
Maine homeless agencies are stockpiling food, opening temporary shelters and more to meet the need.
How homeowners have gained a financial advantage during the pandemic
by
Amy Scott
Sep 10, 2020
During the Great Recession, owning a house could sink you. Now, it's a life raft.
Trump administration moves to halt evictions through end of year
Sep 2, 2020
After the moratorium lifts on Dec. 31, tenants have to pay all the rent that's due.
For public good, not for profit.
For many immigrants, the eviction crisis has already begun
Sep 1, 2020
Undocumented tenants have the same rights when it comes to evictions. But they often can't come forward to report abuse.
An eviction filing could lead to spiraling poverty
Jul 24, 2020
Once a court proceeding has started against a renter, it can become part of a tenant's record, whether it led to an eviction or not.
With July rents due, renters brace for evictions
Jun 30, 2020
According to the Urban Institute, nearly 20% of people who rent did not pay in June.