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Re:The majority of 18- to 29-year-olds in the US are now liv... by swiley on Wednesday September 16, 2020 @08:38AM (#24492033)
In general rent doesn't appear to be dropping. Most landlords have mortgages and many would default if they lowered rent.
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Re:The majority of 18- to 29-year-olds in the US are now liv... by BlueTemplar on Wednesday September 16, 2020 @11:52AM (#24493825)
Wouldn't they also default if they cannot find anyone willing to rent at those prices ?
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Re:The majority of 18- to 29-year-olds in the US are now liv... by claudeganon on Wednesday September 16, 2020 @02:48PM (#24496016)
I think the strategy is to play chicken until they either go bust or get bought out by a giant corporate real estate firm.
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