Summary
Former Teen Mom star Farrah Abraham, who is running for a city council seat in Austin, Texas, criticized the city's housing market, saying her rent has significantly increased. Austin experienced a housing demand surge during the pandemic, causing home prices to rise sharply, although prices are now stabilizing. Abraham aims to address affordable housing if elected.
Key Facts
- Farrah Abraham is running for a city council seat in Austin's District 5.
- Abraham stated her downtown rent has doubled or tripled.
- Austin's housing market surged during the pandemic, with home prices rising over 60%.
- Prices are now stabilizing as fewer people move to the city.
- Abraham plans to address housing affordability if elected to city council.
- She cited issues with outdated tax laws affecting self-employed individuals.
- Abraham has lived in Austin since 2013 and works in various roles, including as a life coach.
