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Section 8 Waiting Lists Open in December 2025

Early December 2025 brings important chances for people who need affordable housing in Maryland and Georgia. This update covers a major event in Prince George County, Maryland, as well as openings for affordable housing in ...

Renting vs. Buying a Home in 2026: Which Is More Affordable?

People have always argued about whether it’s cheaper to rent or buy a home. The decision is important because you don’t want to spend so much on housing that you can’t afford other basic needs. ...

How Low-Income Housing Tax Credits Help People Find Affordable Homes

Finding a safe and affordable place to live is a challenge for many families across the country. The Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program helps by encouraging builders to create more affordable...

Affordable Housing Programs Open Waiting Lists in November 2025

This November, several affordable housing programs will open their waiting lists in Texas, South Carolina, Alabama, and Georgia. If you need help paying for housing, these openings are important chances to appl...

Section 8 Waiting List Openings – October 2025

If you need help finding affordable housing, several Section 8 waiting lists will be opening in September and October 2025 in different states. This is a great chance for families and individuals to apply for housing assis...

Is It Time to Stop Renting and Buy a Home Before 2025 Ends?

If you’re thinking about buying a house before the end of 2025, the current real estate market in the United States might offer a good chance. Recently, things have calmed down after a period of unpredicta...

Impact of Federal Government Shutdown on Essential Services and Housing Assistance

The federal government shutdown has lasted almost a month, and it is affecting millions of people across the country. Some states are struggling to find ways to make up for missing support...

Hawaii Expands Section 8 Housing Assistance Amid Rising Rental Costs

Residents in Hawaii who are struggling with rising rental costs now have more opportunities to get help paying for housing. Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher programs, which provide rental assistance, are o...

Housing Costs Are Changing Career Choices

The rising costs of housing in the U.S. are influencing how people make career decisions. Workers are now considering housing benefits as an important factor when deciding whether to accept a job, move to a new city, or return to th...