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The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, also called Section 8, is an important way for people with low incomes, seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities to afford safe and decent homes in the private rent...

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...

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), led by Acting Secretary Adrianne Todman, hosted a two-day discussion on the 7th and 8th of October in Washington D.C. The event, called the "Nex...

Montana has reopened its Housing Choice Voucher waitlist, also known as Section 8 vouchers, following a win in a crucial decision about how much rent these vouchers can help ...

U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell of Washington state is leading the charge when it comes to tackling the shortage of affordable housing in the country. By pushing for the expansion o...

House poor is a term for a situation in which a person spends a large proportion of their total income on home ownership, leaving them with very little discretionary income for other necessities or enjoyable activities.&n...

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...

Getting affordable housing through the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program can be a big help for low-income families. Every month, local and state housing offices across the country open up waitlist...

While the economy has improved since the height of the pandemic, many households continue to struggle with housing costs. Fortunately, resources are available for at-risk homeowners and renters in need of assistance. Federal an...