Post by Anika Legal

For millions of people, renting is how they access a home. Everyone should be able to live in a home that is stable, affordable and safe — and to trust that the system will treat them fairly. But while housing is as essential to our society as water, healthcare and energy, governments have largely failed to regulate renting that way. That has left too many renters exposed to insecurity, rising costs and poor conditions. 'Essential Homes', a new report from Anika Legal, Better Renting and the Consumer Policy Research Centre, shows strong public support for a different approach: 🚰 83% say renting is an essential service 🏡 77% say a generation of renters may never be able to afford a home ⚖️ 73% want governments to reform the rental system so it works fairly for renters The report sets out a practical vision for renting built around stability, affordability, comfort and accountability — and the reforms needed to get there. It’s time to treat renting like the essential service it is. Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/gmXiw-AQ