Hostile Dysfunction

Housing Affordability Crisis: Renting vs Buying in 2026


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In this episode, Joe and Ethan talk with real estate investor and property manager Justin Pogue, author of Rental Secrets, about the current housing affordability crisis.

They discuss why home prices remain high while some rents are cooling, the real impact of corporations buying single-family homes, and the surprising rise in people living with roommates even among those over 55.

Justin also shares practical insights on how renters can negotiate better and what the market really looks like on the ground.

A timely and straightforward conversation about one of the biggest issues facing Americans today.

Where to learn more from Justin Pogue:
Book: Rental Secrets – Available on Amazon
Website: rentalsecrets.net
Follow @RentalSecrets on social media: (Instagram, Facebook , Twitter/X, LinkedIn)

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Hostile DysfunctionBy Joe Edgar, Ethan Krok