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How Can Renters Have More Control Over Their Homes?

A round-up of the best responses to this week's The Big Fix
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This week, The Big Fix examined the challenges of being a "forever renter." Contributor Emily Badger explained why renting can feel "fundamentally demeaning," forcing you to ask permission before making any changes to your home. Badger doesn't want to buy a house, but wonders if there is a way for renters to take more control of their space. Below, some of the best ideas from commenters.

Journey93 suggested a hybrid ownership model: