How federal aid can stop rent from skyrocketing after disasters
Briefly

The Los Angeles housing market, already strained by a lack of affordable housing, is now facing a massive influx of displaced residents from recent natural disasters.
Natural disasters create scarcity in housing, and with more people searching for limited rental units, rents will inevitably rise, amplifying the affordability crisis.
My ongoing research demonstrates that the impact of natural disasters on rental markets is not a short-term issue; higher rents persist long after the event.
Through my personal experiences and academic studies, the dual perspectives offer a sobering understanding of how deeply intertwined natural disasters and housing crises truly are.
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