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Migrants in Massachusetts who are living in emergency shelters may be eligible for a state-run program that provides up to $30,000 over two years to secure stable housing. HomeBASE, the program in...

If you need help finding affordable housing, several Section 8 waiting lists will be opening in September and October 2025 in different states. This is a great chance for families and individuals to apply for housing assis...

California's escalating housing crisis has spurred the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to consider a groundbreaking solution: providing cash directly to rent...

The high cost of rent can be a major financial burden on many households, particularly those with limited incomes or facing other financial hardships. Whether dealing with a short-term setback or a long-term...

The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program helps low-income people and families afford safe housing. Many wonder if having bad credit will hurt their chances with Section 8.   Does Section 8 Require a Credit Ch...

  With the increasing cost of living across different states in the US, it is becoming increasingly difficult for low-income earners, particularly the disabled, to afford suitable housing. The good news is that...

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 ...

Rent prices can be really high sometimes, eating up a big part of what people earn, especially in places like Oakland and New York City where more than 70% of what households make goes straight to rent.  It often feels lik...

Today, the Reno Housing Authority started accepting applications for their affordable housing programs. This is great news for people in the community who are finding it hard to afford a place to live...