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Seattle Families Struggle Amid Rising Costs | Wilmington News
A Seattle family, even with tech ties, is forced to sell their home as inflation crushes everyday costs—groceries, gas, housing—all now feel like luxuries. The mom, self-employed, sees fewer clients; her husband’s tech job isn’t immune. Prices in Seattle rose 4.5% last year, turning takeout into a $40+ splurge—and many have stopped ordering. People are living in survival mode, struggling to stretch dollars that don’t go as far. City officials are responding with bold moves: banning landlord fees, expanding shelters, boosting transit, and ensuring kids eat at school. They’re also expanding…
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