Hey Ash. Wanted to say that this issue you are tackling seems incredibly important. I think you are going in the right direction by sharing the experience of the rental systems as they stand now. I find it extremely compelling that you are looking at it from the eyes of an individual. I think focusing on the sacrifices that people have to make is a great way of making the game resonate with others.
I'd love to hear more about the research you've conducted. What did you find out about the recent housing crisis? How are people dealing with it in unique ways? How have the methods of survival evolved to combat this new growing problem? These are all questions that I find myself asking whenever I look at the growing rent costs. I'd be excited to hear your take on the situation, and what messages you want your players to leave with after they finish playing it.