Probably Stolen rent, eviction & security raids
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Rent
- Rises over time regardless of performance.
- Due every 7 days; the standard lease allows up to +5% per week. VERIFY
- Normal first bill ≈ 200 Credits around day 7. VERIFY
- Hard Mode: no grace period, rent increases doubled. VERIFY
- Failing to pay can end the run.
The death spiral
Missed rent → lower store attractiveness → fewer customers → less revenue. Use the safe-spend formula to avoid it.
Security & evidence
- Weapons face inspections; contraband brings raids.
- Hide stolen goods, or bribe your way out if caught.
- Customers may be undercover Security.
- The Intimidating trait reduces crime evidence by 33%. VERIFY
- Hidden compartment protection details: VERIFY in 1.0
Still stuck? Tell us which step failed — rent, appraisal, or a production line — via contact.