What's left of your paycheck after housing?

We all know that it’s really expensive to buy a home in the Seattle area. But the amount of money you need to get in the door in this market is probably more than you imagined. Even renters who earn a good living are feeling the squeeze. Seattle Times reporter Heidi Groover is here to explain. Read Heidi’s story in the Seattle Times: We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. You have the power! Make the show happen by making a gift to KUOW: And we want to hear from you! Follow us on Instagram at SeattleNowPod, or leave us feedback online: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.