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Need Extra Cash? How You Can Get up to $1,000 in Rental Relief
Are you struggling with bills? If you’re in Pennsylvania, you might be able to get some much-needed money back in your pocket soon. Starting from July 1, 2023, certain residents can look forward to tax ref...
Trump Administration Considers New Housing Aid Rules Amid Rising Rent Concerns
In June 2025, the Trump administration is considering changes that would put time restrictions on how long people can receive housing rental aid. The Department of Housing and Urban Development (...
National Low Income Housing Coalition Raises Concerns Over President Trump's Executive Orders
The National Low Income Housing Coalition, a group focused on helping people afford homes, recently spoke out against some new rules set by President Trump. They believe t...
How Rental Assistance And Renting Programs Can Make Your Tenant Life Easier
The cost of housing is a significant concern for many individuals and families, particularly those with low or moderate incomes. However, rental assistance and renting programs can provide valuabl...
The Housing Affordability Quagmire: A Disturbing Reality for Half of U.S. Renters
Across the United States, housing affordability has reached crisis levels, with a recent study revealing that a record 50% of American renters are struggling with unaffo...
Easy Guide to Home Buying for People with Disabilities in 2024
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...
How to Get Your Landlord to Lower Your Rent
Rent prices can be really high sometimes, eating up a big part of what people earn, especially in places like Oakland and New York City where more than 70% of what households make goes straight to rent. It often feels lik...
Rental Assistance Program Delays Prompt Los Angeles to Extend Eviction Protections
To safeguard tenants waiting for financial assistance through Los Angeles' rental assistance program, the city council has approved a measure that temporarily prevents landlords from ev...
Rental Assistance Programs: Supporting Housing Stability and Affordability
Renting a home is a common housing choice for millions of individuals and families across the United States. However, affording the rising rental housing costs can be a significant challenge for so...