re: #59 JC1

Yeah, you sure know the hearts of men. It’s not a lack of empathy, it’s just that empathy shouldn’t trump all other considerations.
Why should anyone bother paying rent if there’s no downside to not paying it?

What about empathy for landlords?

I moved into my apartment in 1988—Rent $390 with utilities paid.

Rent now in 2021—$1,285 with utilities not included.

Any improvements done on the building? Nope.