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Rentals: How Rental Assistance Programs are Changing the Game
In recent years, homeownership costs have skyrocketed, making renting a more popular option for those who cannot afford a home. However, even renting can be challenging, especially for those struggling financiall...
Bridging the Affordability Gap: A New Rental Assistance Program for Whitefish
The scenic town of Whitefish, Montana is known for its natural beauty and vibrant community. However, like many popular mountain towns, Whitefish faces challenges with housing affordability for...
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...
Are You Hard Pressed for Cash? Here's How to Find an Affordable Rental Space
Many business operators have faced financial problems because of the effects caused by the covid-19 pandemic. As a result, they have sacked or reduced employees' salaries to lower their wage bills...
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...
Is Rent-to-Own Right for You?: The Pros and Cons of Rent-to-Own Programs
Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions that many people make in their lifetime. Not only is it an expensive investment, but it also involves a long-term commitment that may be too much for som...
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...
DC Attempts to Turn Existing Home Space into Apartments
Few people probably know who DC's mayor is (Muriel E. Bowser, by the way), but everyone likely knows it's another Democrat. That's all DC elects; maybe because you can't spell Democrat without DC. Who knows? Though ano...
Landlords in Houston Convert Large Houses into Rentals
If you've been in the market for a house, whether to buy or to rent, then you already know just how expensive things are out there right now. The same house that sold for $200,000 in 2019 is now selling for over...
