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How Having a Stable Home Helps Mental Health

In the United States, many people who have trouble with their mental health also struggle to find and keep a good place to live. Mental health is very important because it affects how we feel, think, and interact with others.&nbs...

The Current Challenges of Homebuying and How Nine Families Overcame Them

Buying a home is a big part of the American Dream for many people, but right now, it's getting harder to make that dream come true. The Washington Post shared stories of people who managed to buy hom...

15 Cities Where It's Still Affordable to Rent

Looking for a place to live without breaking the bank? While it's getting harder to find inexpensive apartments across major U.S. cities, there are still some places where paying less than $1,000 a month for rent is possible...

Vital Factors All Aspiring Renters Must Consider When Applying for a Subsidized Property Through Section 8

Section 8 is a government-funded program that allows eligible low-income families, elderly people, and the disabled access to affordable housing. It helps people mai...

The Best Cities for Renters: A Closer Look at Forbes Advisor's Ranking

In a recent study conducted by Forbes Advisor, the best cities for renters in the United States were identified based on several key metrics. This analysis considered factors such as: average re...

Mortgage Rate Hikes: Finding Hope and Support for Aspiring Homebuyers

Rising mortgage rates have posed challenges for aspiring homebuyers. The average rate for a 30-year loan inched past 7%, settling at 7.07%. Weekly average rates rose to 6.82%.  These increases can...

Housing Costs for Seniors: Resources and Solutions for Financial Relief

Housing is the most significant expense for adults over the age of 55, taking up a large portion of their budgets, as seen in the Consumer Expenditure Survey.  Before the pandemic, close to 10 m...

Life-Changing Bill Aims to Stop Evictions Over Unpaid Rent in California

In California right now, if you can't pay your rent on time, your landlord can ask you to leave your home, even if you've found a way to settle your unpaid rent. But there's a new plan bein...

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...