Those of us owning homes are fortunate. Those with mortgages may be struggling mightily. Some renters are happy to rent and prefer not being tied down while some are economically unable to buy into what has become an investment driven market partly fuelled by tax laws (IMO).
With the scarcity of accommodation, much of it moved from long term leases to short term stays to increase profits, agent games/landlord requirements seem to have gone well over the top.
It’s often that would be customers of Tiffany & Co, Louis Vuitton, Bvlgari, etc need to queue at the doorway. Also perhaps to pass muster in the eyes of the special staff person in charge of the entrance. No need however to share one’s intimates to gain admittance. Although one may need to dig deep to not walk out empty handed. It’s easier to entertain the prospect of a $5,000 watch or $10,000 handbag than a lesser monthly spend to a rental.
