Milhomme Realty Group, LLC | From the Broker's Desk

When most people hear the word eviction , they think of losing a place to live. But the reality is far deeper than just four walls and a roof—it’s about stability, dignity, and opportunity. For single mothers and their children, especially in low-income neighborhoods, eviction isn’t just an event—it’s a ripple effect that touches every part of life. Families who experience eviction are more likely to face long-term housing insecurity, job instability, and declines in both physical and mental health (Desmond & Kimbro, 2015). Children often suffer academically, struggling with disrupted schooling and the loss of community connections (Johnson, 2022). What’s more troubling is the disproportionate impact . Research has shown that women, particularly single mothers, are disproportionately affected by eviction due to systemic inequalities in income, access to housing, and discriminatory rental practices (Hepburn et al., 2020). Without strong legal protections or affordable housing op...