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In Florida, there's a new plan that could make owning a home more affordable. Republican Representative Vern Buchanan from Florida has introduced a bill that aims to bring back and make bigger a tax break that he...

California gives many residents and small businesses an automatic discount on their utility bills called the California Climate Credit. It’s funded by the state’s Cap-and-Trade program, where major...

Finding a new place to call home is an exciting venture, but it also comes with potential pitfalls. Rental fraud is a real concern, and it's essential to stay informed to protect yourself from scams. We...

Affordability has become a pressing issue in the U.S. housing market, prompting some major home builders to adopt a new approach. The Washington Post recently reported that powerful builders are...

A groundbreaking study highlights an innovative approach to tackling one of the most pressing challenges faced by learners today: housing insecurity. Spearheaded by Tacoma Community College in Wa...

The dream of home ownership remains a central part of the American ethos, yet the pathway to achieving it is becoming increasingly challenging. In today’s market, a typical household needs to ...

Rental assistance programs play a crucial role in the ecosystem of housing, especially for low-income families.  These programs not only provide needed support to renters but also have significant e...

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...

In California right now, if you can't pay your rent on time, your landlord can ask you to leave your home, even if you've found a way to settle your unpaid rent. But there's a new plan bein...