Multiple landlords in East Palestine have lost tens of thousands of dollars since the derailment as tenants left, leaving them with less rent income and utility bills to pay.
EAST PALESTINE, Ohio — East Palestine’s slogan is “Where you want to be,” but since the Feb. 3 train derailment, that’s far from the truth for about 200 families.
“This was kind of going to be part of my retirement,” said Foster. “So, I am losing rent money income. Plus, since they left, I have to pay all the utilities and everything.” Within the last 10 years, Allison has invested $300,000 into renovating his seven-plex on East Rebecca St. He’s now putting even more money into his property to appeal to potential new renters.
“That’s a lot of money, and there’s not people standing in line waiting to purchase it,” Allison said.
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