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...
New York Tax STAR Program: How It Helps Homeowners Save on School Taxes
The School Tax Relief (STAR) Program in New York State provides property tax rebates to help make owning a home more affordable, especially as property prices and living costs go up. STAR has helped ...
Mortgage Loan Modifications: A Lifeline for Homeowners Facing Financial Hardships
Financial problems like losing your job, getting sick, or going through a divorce can make it hard to pay your mortgage. If you’re struggling to make your monthly mortgage payments, a lo...
How to Access Support for Cooling Costs: Exploring LIHEAP and Other Resources
Hot summers are becoming more common in many parts of the United States. Not everyone has air conditioning at home, which can be dangerous during heat waves. According to the U.S. Department of...
Exploring the Best FHA Lenders of September 2025
FHA loans help many first-time homebuyers by offering easier qualification requirements than some other loans. With lower minimum credit scores, small down payments, and flexible repayment terms, FHA loans make it easier f...
Homeowners Rushing to Refinance as Mortgage Rates Hit Lowest Point Since March
Many homeowners are taking advantage of a recent drop in mortgage rates by rushing to refinance their home loans. The main reason is that lower interest rates can save people a lot of money on th...
Evergreen Home Loans Expands Nationwide, Launching Services in 11 New States
Evergreen Home Loans, a company based in Bellevue, Washington, is growing its business across the United States. The company recently announced that it has started offering home loans in 11 new ...
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...
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...
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 ...