Rent News, How-To's, and Advice

If you are planning to rent a house, there are several things you should do to avoid making mistakes and settling for the wrong one. Understanding the proper steps to take to get the best from your search process is essentia...

Rental assistance programs play a crucial role in the ecosystem of housing, especially for low-income families.  These programs not only provide needed support to renters but also have significant e...

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...

As rental costs rise and affordable housing becomes more scarce, scammers are taking advantage of the situation with innovative rental scams. These scams come in various guises, but they are all designed to separate renters from their ...

If you're thinking about buying a home, a conventional loan might be a good option for you. Contrary to popular belief, getting approved for this type of loan might be easier than you think! You general...

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...

What You Need to Know as a Renter When you rent a place, your landlord has to make sure it's fit to live in. This means they must keep it clean, safe, and working right according to the laws of where ...

Residents in Hawaii who are struggling with rising rental costs now have more opportunities to get help paying for housing. Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher programs, which provide rental assistance, are o...

In a groundbreaking initiative, Milpitas is leading the way in ensuring housing stability for its most vulnerable residents and workers. In collaboration with FORWARD, a trusted program administrator for local government...