The Secret Cost of Housing
CBC News | Posted: March 14, 2025 8:00 AM | Last Updated: March 14
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An investigation by Marketplace has found that ads offering shelter in exchange for sex are not only easily found on popular rental sites, but many specifically target young women.
While some of the ads are explicit about their terms, others are more subtle, and may lure unsuspecting individuals, putting them at risk. We respond to more than a dozen ads, revealing the disturbing trend and confronting those involved.
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