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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...
Break the Endless Cycle of Rent Payments
Renters are facing higher prices with each new lease agreement. If you're tired of renting but struggling to save enough to buy a home, be aware that there are programs available to help you reduce your expenses. By building up...
Rental Assistance and Control in Early 2023
In early 2023, rental rates continue to rise. Affordable housing was already an issue before COVID-19, but the pandemic contributed to the problem. Many people living in the United States confront rental debt and the possi...
Changes to Fair Market Rents for 2025: Impacts on Affordable Housing Programs
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 ...
What Is Renter's Insurance? Should You Get A Policy Or Skip It Entirely?
When it comes to getting insurance coverage, most people are quick to get their health, car, and life insurance policies in order, but one type of coverage that's frequently overlooked is renter's insur...
5 Tips for an Easy and Safe House Hunting Experience
5 Tips for an Easy and Safe House Hunting Experience Renting a new house can be the most exciting experience, especially if you are doing it for the first time. However, you may only understand how stressful and tiresome...
Additional Housing Relief Still Needed in Wyoming
While Wyoming recently increased funding for housing assistance programs, more aid is necessary to help all residents in need. The additional $8 million will provide relief for some families struggling with rent, mortga...
Orleans Villages to Vote on Rental Rules
Most people haven't heard of Orleans. Most who have heard of it believe that it's a province in France, the namesake of "New Orleans" in Louisiana. Orleans is a village that's located in the town of Cape Cod, Massachusetts, however, ...
Rental Assistance Available More Helpful Than Ever Given Rising Rents
In recent months, the U.S. government has made several announcements to help tenants overcome their housing challenges. For example, the Department of Housing and Urban Development has provided a number of ...