A for rent sign stands outside a single-family home on the market Saturday, Feb. 10, 2024, in Denver. A record number of Americans who rent are now considered cost-burdened, with 30% or more of their income going toward rent and utilities. Companies like Flex, which let you divide your rent into smaller installments via a line of credit or loan, say they’re part of the solution. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)