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How to Find Affordable Rental Space Around the Country
An affordable home allows you to save funds for different money-making projects. It also allows you to provide a comfortable life for your family. Luckily, there are many affordable houses around the country. ...
HUD Plans for the Future of Affordable Housing with Expert Roundtable
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), led by Acting Secretary Adrianne Todman, hosted a two-day discussion on the 7th and 8th of October in Washington D.C. The event, called the "Nex...
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 ...
$1,000 for Housing Costs: Learn About Pennsylvania's Rent Rebate Program
In Pennsylvania, there's good news for people who need help paying for their homes. The state has a program that gives money back to certain residents to help with their housing costs. Here'...
Unlocking Opportunities: A Comprehensive Guide to Rental Assistance Programs and Rent-to-Own Advice
Renting a home is a significant aspect of many individuals' lives, offering flexibility and the chance to establish a comfortable living space. However, financial chall...
How to Secure an Apartment Even with a Not-So-Great Past as a Tenant
Searching for a new apartment can already feel like a big task, but it gets even tougher if you've had some rental hiccups in the past. If your rental history isn't the brightest, you might worry abo...
Housing Costs for Seniors: Resources and Solutions for Financial Relief
Housing is the most significant expense for adults over the age of 55, taking up a large portion of their budgets, as seen in the Consumer Expenditure Survey. Before the pandemic, close to 10 m...
Combatting the Eviction Wave: Colorado Launches Innovative Rental Assistance Program
Colorado has launched an ambitious and innovative rental assistance program to tackle the mounting eviction crisis that has gripped the state. The Temporary Rental Assistance Grant pro...
Federal Government allocates $12.7 million for Foster Youth Housing Assistance
HUD has announced a funding opportunity of $12.7 million for public housing authorities through the Foster Youth to Independence (FYI) program. This initiative aims to assist young adults transit...