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Why good credit alone cannot break the cycle of housing insecurity

My credit score is finally good enough to get approved for apartments but every landlord wants first month, last month, and deposit upfront and I cannot save that much while paying rent somewhere else.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Structural barriers perpetuate disadvantage even when individuals meet the stated requirements for advancement.

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“Where Are You with Class and structural disadvantage?”

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