Suzanne Hayes faced a daunting housing situation when she received a 30-day notice to vacate her rental. With limited options due to rising costs and stringent rental market requirements, she found an unexpected solution – living in a hotel. Hayes’ experience highlights the growing housing affordability crisis in the US, where millions are unable to afford homeownership. While the Federal Reserve’s recent interest rate cut may offer some relief, experts emphasize the need for more significant action to tackle the chronic housing shortage.