R
ealtor Sarah Hamway is using TikTok to highlight a pressing issue: safe and affordable housing in Dallas. With her signature style and humor, she takes viewers on tours of apartments under $1,200 a month, often finding units that are a steal compared to the city's median rent of nearly $2,100.

    Hamway's videos have gained over a million views on TikTok, showcasing her expertise in finding affordable options. Her niche is helping renters who have been overlooked by the real estate community, and she's seen it all - from moldy air vents to questionable rental agreements.

    Renters like Ivan Ochoa and Natalia Lucien (Cookie) credit Hamway with finding them apartments that fit their budgets and helped them overcome challenges like bad credit. Hamway's strategy involves building relationships with smaller private landlords, who are often more willing to take a chance on tenants with less-than-perfect credit.

    Hamway's own experiences inform her work - she knows what it's like to struggle with rent payments and live paycheck-to-paycheck. Her mission is to provide stability and security for renters of all ages, from recent high school graduates to seniors in their 70s. As the fastest-growing area in the nation, North Texas remains a challenging market for renters, but Hamway is determined to make a difference.

    With her unique approach and dedication to affordable housing, Hamway has become a go-to resource for renters seeking stability and security within their means. Despite the challenges of working with lower-rent apartments, which often offer smaller commissions, Hamway says it's worth it to help her community find safe and affordable places to call home.