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rental assistance and other housing programs
Break the Endless Cycle of Rent Payments
Renters are facing higher prices with each new lease agreement. If you're tired of renting but struggling to save enough to buy a home, be aware that there are programs available to help you reduce your expenses. By building up...
Top U.S. Cities Where Rent Is Dropping
After several years of high rent prices, renters in most parts of the United States are finally seeing some relief. Recent data from Realtor.com shows that in five major cities, average rent prices have dropped more than 5% in the past...
Los Angeles Section 8 Program Pauses Due to Funding Issues
The Los Angeles Housing Authority has announced that it's not taking any new applications for the Section 8 housing voucher program for the time being. This pause is also affecting 3,300 families who ha...
Affordable Housing Gets a Tech Upgrade
Technology has become a big part of our lives, and now it's helping manage affordable housing too. The shift to using more tech in housing really took off during the pandemic. Allen Feliz from MRI Software explains that affordab...
Unlock Your Dream Home Today: Rent-to-Own Programs and Rental Assistance
Renting a home or apartment is a common choice for many individuals and families. It provides flexibility, allowing you to find a place that meets your needs without the long-term commitment of ...
HUD Plans for the Future of Affordable Housing with Expert Roundtable
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), led by Acting Secretary Adrianne Todman, hosted a two-day discussion on the 7th and 8th of October in Washington D.C. The event, called the "Nex...
Big News for Renters: The White House Unveils Measures to Safeguard Renters
In the United States, the rental market is characterized by a fragmented array of state and local regulations, often leaving renters with limited options when housing providers disregard the law o...
Automatic Savings on Utility Bills for Selected U.S. Citizens
California gives many residents and small businesses an automatic discount on their utility bills called the California Climate Credit. It’s funded by the state’s Cap-and-Trade program, where major...
Anticipation Builds Among 200,000 New Yorkers for Section 8 Voucher Outcomes
New York City has taken a significant stride towards meeting the demand for affordable housing by selecting approximately 200,000 applicants for the highly sought-after Section 8 Housing Choice Vou...