When I was 19 years old I got my first apartment. I, of course, was not rich so I looked for something affordable. I found Valley Rental. I rented from them for two years before moving out in June of 2023. I found out in September of 2023 I was being charged about 5,000 dollars in fruadulent charges. I could not pay this and it was sent to collections where it has since destroyed my credit.

I was a part of a news story written in January of 2024. From there I found out that my story is one of many others. I am determined to help change the laws in North Dakota to protect renters. I am in the process of working with legislators.

If you or someone else has been affected by renting laws in North Dakota. Please leave below what you experinced.

19 year old me was excited to begin a new part of my life, instead I start adulthood with a 5,000 dollar debt and a major hit to my credit by no fault of my own.