2025-04-20
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...
2025-02-11
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...
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...
Jun 26, 2025
New Program Aims to Help Vulnerable Individuals Secure Stable Housing
In Montana, finding a place to live is becoming harder and harder. Over the past 15 years, the number of people without homes has increased by 38%. Not having a stable place to call home can lead to se...
Jun 18, 2025
US Housing Market Sees a Shift as Down Payments Decrease
In an intriguing turn of events in the housing market, the amount of money homebuyers are paying upfront has seen a dip for the first time in nearly two years. This April, the typical down payment dropped by about ...
Jun 10, 2025
New HUD Proposal Plans Time Limits and Work Requirements for Rental Assistance
In June 2025, the Trump administration proposed significant changes in how rental assistance is managed in the United States. The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) seeks to int...
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