Because he rents to poor and black families, all of his properties are in a concentrated, racially segmented area. Sherrena understands that to make money she has to pay rent and if she doesn't they will be evicted, but empty quarters can be filled quickly (Desmond 13). Tobin addresses poor whites in the southern suburbs of the city (Desmond 33-39). The trailer park is also located in a concentrated area and serves as a community. When Tobin was in trouble there was a possibility that the trailer park would be closed down and the residents would be forced to move into the city centre, which terrified them (Desmond 37). The two housing options discussed in Avoided show racial inequality and division. Racial inequality is also a factor in employment inequality, which is linked to the cycle of poverty. Jobs are scarce and racial inequality reduces the chances of those of different races getting jobs due to unfair