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Rents continue to rise in 2023. Although rental rate increases have recently slowed, rental price growth is still higher than before 2020. In July, rent prices grew by 0.31% from July 2022, slower than earlier in 2023 but still rising. ...

To safeguard tenants waiting for financial assistance through Los Angeles' rental assistance program, the city council has approved a measure that temporarily prevents landlords from ev...

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...

Extreme heat is becoming more common in many parts of the United States, and not everyone has air conditioning at home. According to recent government information, around 14 million households in the ...

The high cost of rent is a growing issue in many areas. According to a survey in 2023, people who spend more than 30% of their income on rent are considered “cost-burdened.” This often leaves l...

While Wyoming recently increased funding for housing assistance programs, more aid is necessary to help all residents in need. The additional $8 million will provide relief for some families struggling with rent, mortga...

House poor is a term for a situation in which a person spends a large proportion of their total income on home ownership, leaving them with very little discretionary income for other necessities or enjoyable activities.&n...

Technology has become a big part of our lives, and now it's helping manage affordable housing too. The shift to using more tech in housing really took off during the pandemic. Allen Feliz from MRI Software explains that affordab...

The cost of housing is a significant concern for many individuals and families, particularly those with low or moderate incomes. However, rental assistance and renting programs can provide valuabl...