Single Parents Struggle in Victoria's Tight Rental Market Amid Housing Crisis
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- Single parents struggle to find housing in regional Victoria's tight rental market.
- Eve, a single mom in Bendigo, has moved 13 times since 2019 due to rental challenges.
- Single parents often face rejected applications in favor of dual-income households.
- Regional Victoria's rental vacancy rate is just 2.1%, intensifying the housing crisis.
- Jayde, despite a good income, experienced over 300 rental rejections.
- A 2021 report highlights common discrimination against single parents in rentals.
- Experts urge rental agencies to prioritize applicants' history and income over status.