Landlords in 2006:
“$500 rent, $250 deposit. You got a job? Cool, here’s the keys.”
Landlords in 2016:
“$850 first, $850 last, $850 deposit… don’t ask questions. This is a deal.”
Landlords in 2026:
“Alright so boom —
• 3x the rent (before taxes, after taxes, spiritually too)
• $2500 first month
• $2500 last month
• $2500 deposit (non-refundable if we vibe check you wrong)
• 680 credit score minimum… but we prefer 750+
• No pets. (Yes for $100/monthly a pet)No kids. No candles. No smoking. No vaping. No breathing. No existing.
• $85 application fee (we will ghost you btw)
• $300 late fee if your payment blinks at 12:01
• 6 references, 4 pay stubs, your horoscope chart
• Background check, foreground check, side quest check
• Fee for utilities.
The Apartment: 🏚️🏚️
550 sq ft (including the emotional damage)
Carpet seen 3 recessions
Fridge hums like it’s fighting demons
Stove got a lean like it’s tired too
Listing says: ✨“Luxury living”✨
Here's your daily driving lesson – pay attention:
If someone wants to go faster than you, LET THEM PASS.
The left lane is for passing, not camping.
Move over. Don't block. Don't rage.
Simple road rules. Stay safe out there.🚘🛣