The so-called ‘Cancel the Rent’ movement has gained steam and the support of politicians like Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, but landlords argue that stiffing them is no solution to the coronavirus-driven economic crisis. The social movement has gained significant support on social media, with #CancelRent trending and protesters holding online video rallies. “So, it’s a problem and it’s not something we support.”He believes one solution could be the government giving property tax relief to landlords. “That is actually the most direct way that landlords can provide flexibility for those who can’t pay the rent,” Martin said. Some landlords around the U.S. have gotten creative with their rent relief.

Source: Fox News May 04, 2020 17:38 UTC