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Key Resources and Information to Find Rental Assistance

Looking for more in-depth information about rental assistance? Here are some essential resources and information.  (We included the links to external resources, too!): Section 8 Housing Choice Vou...

Exploring the HUD Dollar Home Program

The HUD Dollar Homes program is designed to help communities via affordable housing. How the HUD Dollar Home Program Works HUD (Housing and Urban Development) is responsible for selling homes that were acquired through fo...

Housing Opportunities Available for Your Immediate Use

Many of our readers are already well-versed in local and national housing programs. But there are always some programs that slip under the radar. We're bringing some lesser-known programs and deals to light,...

Rental Assistance Programs for Disabled People in the US

  With the increasing cost of living across different states in the US, it is becoming increasingly difficult for low-income earners, particularly the disabled, to afford suitable housing. The good news is that...

A New Shift in Rental Assistance: Cash Over Vouchers

In an innovative move, the U.S. government is contemplating a significant shift in its approach to rental assistance for low-income families. Traditionally reliant on housing vouchers, the proposal is to test a more direc...

How to Find Rentals That Accept Housing Choice Vouchers

Securing a home with a housing voucher can greatly reduce your housing expenses, yet the journey to finding such accommodations can sometimes feel complex. Here's a straightforward guide to streamline your search f...

New Rental Assistance Program to Aid Low-Income Workers

In a groundbreaking initiative, Milpitas is leading the way in ensuring housing stability for its most vulnerable residents and workers. In collaboration with FORWARD, a trusted program administrator for local government...

How Having a Stable Home Helps Mental Health

In the United States, many people who have trouble with their mental health also struggle to find and keep a good place to live. Mental health is very important because it affects how we feel, think, and interact with others.&nbs...

Housing Costs for Seniors: Resources and Solutions for Financial Relief

Housing is the most significant expense for adults over the age of 55, taking up a large portion of their budgets, as seen in the Consumer Expenditure Survey.  Before the pandemic, close to 10 m...