Editor’s note: During the holiday season, the Fort Worth Report is looking back at the stories you told us you appreciated the most in 2024. Fort Worth has a housing affordability crisis. More than half of the city’s renters spend more than 30% of their income on rent, leaving little to save for a future home. That catch-22, combined with high down payments, interest rates and mortgages, makes homeownership an unattainable dream for many residents.