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Current Analysis of the Challenges of Affording a Home in Expensive Markets

The dream of home ownership remains a central part of the American ethos, yet the pathway to achieving it is becoming increasingly challenging. In today’s market, a typical household needs to ...

Federal Government allocates $12.7 million for Foster Youth Housing Assistance

HUD has announced a funding opportunity of $12.7 million for public housing authorities through the Foster Youth to Independence (FYI) program. This initiative aims to assist young adults transit...

The Federal Government is Boosting Energy Efficiency in Homes to Save Money and the Planet

In a spirited collaboration, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) have taken a bold step forward by updating the Mi...

Is a Housing Market Downturn Looming? Experts Weigh In

While mortgage rates continue their upward climb, home prices show no signs of slowing down, leaving prospective buyers wondering – is the housing market headed for a crash? Let's examine what industry experts...

Advocating for Affordable Housing: How to Make Impactful Change

In communities across the globe, the challenge of securing safe and affordable housing continues to grow, pressing individuals and organizations to seek innovative solutions and advocate for meaningful change. ...

Biden-Harris Administration Gives $10 Million to Support Low-Income Renters

The U.S. government is giving $10 million in aid to help people with lower incomes who rent their homes. This help is aimed at folks living in places that get money from a special government program...

Tackling Student Housing Insecurity Through Innovative Community Collaboration

A groundbreaking study highlights an innovative approach to tackling one of the most pressing challenges faced by learners today: housing insecurity. Spearheaded by Tacoma Community College in Wa...