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[-] Assian_Candor@hexbear.net 3 points 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago)

I’ve been quick to blame the tech sector for rent rises in these places but the true cause is rentier profit seeking, which is ubiquitous in all areas. I live in rural New England and it’s hard for people to find decent 1BR apts for less than 1200 a month