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rental assistance and other housing programs
Three Key Ways to Make Sure Everyone Can Get Help with Rent
Having a place to live is something everyone needs, but too many people can't afford their rent. Rental help from the government is important because it can prevent people from losing their homes, living in too...
Changes to Fair Market Rents for 2025: Impacts on Affordable Housing Programs
On August 14, 2024, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, or HUD for short, announced the new rent prices that will be considered fair for the fiscal year 2025. This change will ...
Anticipation Builds Among 200,000 New Yorkers for Section 8 Voucher Outcomes
New York City has taken a significant stride towards meeting the demand for affordable housing by selecting approximately 200,000 applicants for the highly sought-after Section 8 Housing Choice Vou...
Is Renters Insurance Worth Getting?
Even if your landlord doesn’t require it, renters insurance is an affordable way to protect yourself from unexpected costs, like property damage or legal issues. What Is Renters Insurance? Renters insurance is a type of ...
7 Things You Must Do Before Renting Any House
Renting a house comes with numerous benefits. For example, you will not worry about the home’s renovations because that is the owner’s responsibility. Additionally, you will not be responsible for remitting propert...
6 Things You Should Know When Renting an Apartment for the First Time
Renting a house for the first time can be super exciting. You’ll be free to set your house’s rules and choose what to use for décor. However, selecting the perfect unit for your needs m...
States Expand Low-Interest Loan Programs for Farms, Businesses, and New Housing
States across the United States are experiencing a surge in public interest in their low-interest loan programs, as businesses and individuals seek financial relief from high interest rate...
The Current Challenges of Homebuying and How Nine Families Overcame Them
Buying a home is a big part of the American Dream for many people, but right now, it's getting harder to make that dream come true. The Washington Post shared stories of people who managed to buy hom...
The Federal Government is Boosting Energy Efficiency in Homes to Save Money and the Planet
In a spirited collaboration, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) have taken a bold step forward by updating the Mi...
