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rental assistance and other housing programs
How Changes at HUD Will Affect America's Seniors
As the baby boomer generation heads into retirement, the number of older Americans is increasing. In 2020, about 55.8 million people, or one in six, were aged 65 or over. A report from the Urban Institute sheds light on ho...
Where to Find Help With Buying Air Conditioning for Low-Income Households
Extreme heat is becoming more common in many parts of the United States, and not everyone has air conditioning at home. According to recent government information, around 14 million households in the ...
Finding Rental Assistance in 2023
Rents continue to rise in 2023. Although rental rate increases have recently slowed, rental price growth is still higher than before 2020. In July, rent prices grew by 0.31% from July 2022, slower than earlier in 2023 but still rising. ...
A Simple Guide to Federal Rental Assistance
Nearly 10 million people across the U.S., living in around 5.3 million low-income households, have a place to call home thanks to federal rental assistance. This vital support makes housing affordable, prevents overcrowding, and h...
Rental Assistance Program Delays Prompt Los Angeles to Extend Eviction Protections
To safeguard tenants waiting for financial assistance through Los Angeles' rental assistance program, the city council has approved a measure that temporarily prevents landlords from ev...
HUD's $10 Million Grant Initiative: A Bridge to Homeownership for Underserved Communities
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has recently ignited a beacon of hope for underserved communities by announcing $10 million in grants, specially earmarked fo...
Current Analysis of the Challenges of Affording a Home in Expensive Markets
The dream of home ownership remains a central part of the American ethos, yet the pathway to achieving it is becoming increasingly challenging. In today’s market, a typical household needs to ...
How Much of Your Income Should Go Towards Rent?
Before you jump onto rental websites to find your next home, it's important to work out how much you can afford to pay for rent without stressing your finances. The 30% Rule A common approach is to use the 30% ...
5 U.S. Cities Offering Cash Incentives for New Residents
Every once in a while, we dream of starting fresh in a new city. Luckily, there are several places across the U.S. attracting new residents with cash incentives. These cities offer programs that provide housing ass...
