2024-12-18
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...
2025-03-01
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...
Mar 06, 2025
Home Down Payments Are Increasing and Here’s What It Means for Buyers
More often than not nowadays, buying a house means putting down a bigger chunk of cash upfront. Recent data highlights a significant rise in how much buyers are needing to pay as a down payment to secur...
Feb 24, 2025
The Age of First-Time Homebuyers is Reaching New Heights
Owning a home is a big dream for many people in America. However, this dream is taking a little longer to come true for a lot of folks. A new report by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) reveals that the av...
Feb 20, 2025
Michigan Helps First-Time Homebuyers with $25,000 Boost
In Lansing, Michigan, there's a new opportunity for people who want to buy their first home. The state of Michigan has started a program that will give these first-time homebuyers up to $25,000 to help them pay for...
Feb 11, 2025
Tax Breaks for Homeowners in the U.S.: A Simple Guide
Tax time has rolled around in the United States, running from January 27 to April 15. With over 140 million tax returns expected, homeowners have a golden opportunity to use tax breaks to boost their refunds. Owning a...
Feb 03, 2025
How Much is the Median Home Price Across the U.S.
When you're house hunting, the location of a home plays a huge role in how much it costs. The "median home price" is a term that helps us understand what prices are like right in the middle of the market. ...
Jan 29, 2025
What is Closing Cost Assistance: A Guide to Home Buying Support
When you buy a home, you're not just paying the price listed. There are extra costs called closing costs, which cover things like appraisals, lawyer fees, and loan setup fees. These can add up quickly and...
Jan 22, 2025
If Your House Was Destroyed in the L.A. Wildfires, What Happens to Your Mortgage?
Even if your home was wiped out by a disaster like a wildfire, you still have to keep up with your mortgage and property tax payments. But, if you're facing hard times because of the di...
Jan 15, 2025
Help for California's Wildfire and Windstorm Victims from the Housing Department
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is reaching out to help people in California who have been hit by recent wildfires and strong winds. Starting January 7, 2025, the gov...
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