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Finding a new place to call home is an exciting venture, but it also comes with potential pitfalls. Rental fraud is a real concern, and it's essential to stay informed to protect yourself from scams. We...

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...

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...

  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...

Migrants in Massachusetts who are living in emergency shelters may be eligible for a state-run program that provides up to $30,000 over two years to secure stable housing. HomeBASE, the program in...

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...

On August 14, 2024, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, or HUD for short, announced the new rent prices that will be considered fair for the fiscal year 2025. This change will ...

According to the National Low Income Housing Coalition, few people working a full-time minimum wage job can afford to rent a two-bedroom apartment. Therefore, many turn to rental assistance programs that help pay the rent and find ...

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...