Rent News, How-To's, and Advice

Renters are facing higher prices with each new lease agreement. If you're tired of renting but struggling to save enough to buy a home, be aware that there are programs available to help you reduce your expenses. By building up...

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...

The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, also called Section 8, is an important way for people with low incomes, seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities to afford safe and decent homes in the private rent...

Homeownership is a dream for many, but Gen Z is introducing a new way to make it happen—co-buying. This strategy involves two or more people, such as close friends, family members, or unmarried partners, tea...

The U.S. housing market has declined since last year. A primary reason is that home prices continue to outpace inflation. That means that even as housing prices decline, potential buyers find buying a home too expensive. Many people have chosen to re...

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...

House poor is a term for a situation in which a person spends a large proportion of their total income on home ownership, leaving them with very little discretionary income for other necessities or enjoyable activities.&n...

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...

It's essential that everyone has a place they can afford to call home. With the ongoing housing crisis, increasing evictions, and threats to people without homes, innovative solutions are needed more than ever.&nbs...