2025-04-07
Discrimination and Housing. What You Need to Know about the Fair Housing Act
Everyone deserves a safe and affordable place to live. But sometimes, people are discriminated against in housing because of their race, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, or disabili...
2025-07-03
Energy Benefits for Low Income Families
Paying for energy can be a challenge for many families, especially those with low incomes. The good news is that there are a number of government programs and other resources available to help make energy more affordable. The Low I...
Aug 20, 2025
Understanding Credit Checks in Section 8 Housing Applications
The Housing Choice Voucher Program, known as Section 8, helps low-income people and families afford safe homes in the private rental market. If you’re thinking about applying for Section 8, you might won...
Aug 13, 2025
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Waitlists Opening in August 2025
For many families with low incomes, the federal Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program is a key way to find affordable housing. Each month, housing authorities across the country open waiting lists for...
Aug 07, 2025
Essential Tips And Resources for Americans Facing Rental Hardship
In the United States, many people live paycheck to paycheck, just one unexpected expense away from financial instability. More than half of Americans can’t cover basic monthly costs like rent, childc...
Jul 30, 2025
Summer Cooling Help for Low-Income Families Available in Several States in August 2025
In August 2025, financial support for cooling costs during the hot summer months is available to low-income families in several states through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Progra...
Jul 25, 2025
Understanding Down Payment Assistance Programs for Homebuyers
Buying a home can be challenging, especially when it comes to saving enough for a down payment. While many people believe they need 20 percent of the home’s price upfront, the truth is there are plenty o...
Jul 17, 2025
Good News for Hawaii Residents Struggling with High Rent: More Help is Here
For people in Hawaii having a hard time affording their rent, there's some good news. The government is making it easier for families to get help with their housing costs. This is happening b...
Jul 09, 2025
This State Opens Up Applications for Affordable Housing Program
In Helena, Montana, people who need help paying for their homes can now sign up for a program called Housing Choice Vouchers, often known as Section 8. This program was closed in August 2024, but it's open ...
Jul 03, 2025
The Current Landscape of Eviction Prevention in the U.S.: A Closer Look
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the United States saw a transformative shift in efforts toward stabilizing housing through various eviction prevention measures. Cities across the country endeav...
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