Nearly 60% of Renters saw Rent Increase in Past 12 Months
Freddie Mac's recent survey reveals that nearly 60% of renters have faced rent increases over the past year, with 1 in 3 experiencing hikes of 10% or more.
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Freddie Mac's recent survey reveals that nearly 60% of renters have faced rent increases over the past year, with 1 in 3 experiencing hikes of 10% or more. A mere 38% of renters reported wage gains, with one-third indicating their raises fall short of covering rising rents. Additionally, 20% of those with rent increases are likely to miss payments. The survey highlights a growing national housing affordability crisis, driven mainly by inflation, as 96% of respondents report being affected by higher costs across various categories.
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- Freddie Mac is set for a record year in affordable housing initiatives.
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- Almost 60% of renters experienced rent hikes, worsening housing affordability.
- Only 38% of renters saw wage increases, with many unable to cover increased rent.
- 20% of renters facing increased rent may miss payments, indicating financial strain.
- Three-quarters of renters are now less likely to buy homes, blaming high prices and interest rates.
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4 in 10 saw wage gains, one-third of those say raises won’t cover increased rent
MCLEAN, Va., Aug. 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nearly
“The surge in rents that took place over the last 12 months has created even greater housing uncertainty for the most vulnerable renters,” said Kevin Palmer, head of Freddie Mac Multifamily. “Our survey shows that the national housing affordability crisis is worsening, and that inflation is a key driver. Freddie Mac Multifamily is charging toward a record year for our affordable housing work, but it’s going to take a concerted, sustained and comprehensive effort to turn the tide.”
Freddie Mac’s survey sought to gauge the impact of rising prices on consumers' housing choices, and it included a panel of questions specific to renters. The nationwide online survey was conducted this year from June 6 to 10 among a representative sample of 2,000 American consumers, aged 18 and older. An in-depth look at the survey’s results is available at FreddieMac.com.
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The survey also found that nearly three-quarters of renter households who have changed their homebuying plans this year said they’ve become at least somewhat less likely to buy a house over the past 12 months. Among those less likely to buy,
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