If you think the housing crisis is only a big-city problem, think again. Across rural America, affordable rental homes are disappearing at an alarming pace, and most people don’t even realize it’s happening. Experts warn that hundreds of thousands of units tied to federal programs are at risk of losing affordability protections over time. For families in small towns, that can mean fewer options, rising rents, and even displacement. Here’s a look at why this is happening, and what you can do.
