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Florida Homeowners Might Get Tax Help with a New Proposal

In Florida, there's a new plan that could make owning a home more affordable. Republican Representative Vern Buchanan from Florida has introduced a bill that aims to bring back and make bigger a tax break that he...

Information You Need to Have Before Settling on the Rent-to-Own Plan

There are several steps you should follow when renting a house. One of them is signing a rental agreement before moving in. However, it is vital to read and understand the details of the contract before sig...

6 Things You Must Do Before Renting a House

While finding the right house to rent may be challenging, renting has advantages. For example, when renting a home, you'll not need to worry about improving it or paying taxes. Additionally, you will have the option to look for ano...

7 Things You Must Do Before Renting Any House

Renting a house comes with numerous benefits. For example, you will not worry about the home’s renovations because that is the owner’s responsibility. Additionally, you will not be responsible for remitting propert...

The Considerations You Should Make Before Using the Rent-To-Own Plan

When planning to purchase a home, you should have all the required money to complete the process. If not, you will need to seek funding from a financial institution. However, you cannot get financing if ...

The Federal Government is Boosting Energy Efficiency in Homes to Save Money and the Planet

In a spirited collaboration, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) have taken a bold step forward by updating the Mi...

Supportive Housing for Veterans Through the HUD-VASH Program

If you’re a veteran trying to adjust to life after military service, finding a safe and stable place to live is important. Thanks to programs like HUD-VASH, homelessness among veterans has dropped to a recor...

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, ...

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...