2025-02-28
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...
2024-12-06
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...
May 28, 2025
The Most Affordable Cities to Buy a Home in the U.S.
Buying a home has become increasingly difficult for many Americans. High mortgage costs and limited availability of houses have made owning property seem like an unreachable goal for many. While some states and cities ...
May 19, 2025
Extended Deadline for Houston's Housing Voucher Waitlist
Are you looking for affordable housing in Houston? The Houston Housing Authority (HHA) has some important updates. They've pushed back the deadline for people to secure a place on the Housing Choice Voucher waitli...
May 13, 2025
Understanding Condemned Houses: Is Buying Possible?
When a house falls into serious disrepair or is considered unsafe due to things like natural disasters, the local government can label it as condemned. This means the house isn't fit to live in. Selling a condemned ...
May 08, 2025
Can You Withhold Rent If Your Landlord Ignores Repairs?
If you’re a renter, you expect your landlord to take care of maintaining the property and fixing problems that arise. But what happens if they don’t do what they’re supposed to? You might wonder if...
Apr 29, 2025
Florida Homeowners May See Tax Relief Under New Proposal
Republican Representative Vern Buchanan of Florida has introduced a new proposal aimed at helping homeowners in the state. His plan seeks to bring back and permanently expand a tax benefit that offered relief to mi...
Apr 22, 2025
Help with Down Payments for California Homebuyers
In California’s Bay Area, a new opportunity is available for people wanting to buy their first home but finding it hard to save for the down payment. They can now get a loan of up to $200,000. The program is designe...
Apr 18, 2025
Multnomah County Reopens Low-Income Rental Assistance List: Thousands Apply in First Hours
The Multnomah County housing authority has reopened its list for low-income rental help after two years of being closed. This chance to sign up is only available for one week. A prog...
Apr 10, 2025
Rockford City Council Boosts Support for Disaster-Affected Residents with $25,000 Funding Initiative
The Rockford City Council and Rockford Township are setting aside $25,000 in additional funds to help people who need a new place to live after their homes are damaged by disa...
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