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Homeownership is a dream for many, but Gen Z is introducing a new way to make it happen—co-buying. This strategy involves two or more people, such as close friends, family members, or unmarried partners, tea...

Texas lawmakers have approved big changes to property tax rules, aiming to reduce costs for homeowners and businesses. These new measures will now head to Governor Greg Abbott for his approval and then to Texas...

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...

Since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, the United States faced an unprecedented need to keep people in their homes. To address this, cities across the nation swiftly enacted various eviction preven...

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...

Buying a home can often feel daunting, especially for adults with disabilities. But, there's good news! Not only are people with disabilities fully eligible for many mortgage options, but there are also spec...

Nearly 10 million people across the U.S., living in around 5.3 million low-income households, have a place to call home thanks to federal rental assistance. This vital support makes housing affordable, prevents overcrowding, and h...

Rental assistance programs play a crucial role in the ecosystem of housing, especially for low-income families.  These programs not only provide needed support to renters but also have significant e...

In Rockford, Illinois, the local government, including the City of Rockford and Rockford Township, decided to offer more money to help people who must leave their homes because of severe d...