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...
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 ...
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...
Major Property Tax Changes Coming to Texas
Texas lawmakers have sent a new property tax reduction plan to Governor Greg Abbott, who's expected to approve it. This November, Texans will vote on whether to make these tax cuts a reality. The changes include bigger break...
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 ...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...