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Considerations to Make Before Renting a House for the First Time

Moving into a new house can be exciting and challenging in equal measure. You need a house with specific features, price, and neighborhood, but you are unsure if the real estate agent will locate such 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...

All the Information You Need before Renting a House with a Purchase Option

Are you planning to purchase a home? Then, it might be advisable to take your time to evaluate different buying options, enabling you to know the best depending on your situation. For example, if y...

Why Are People Buying Their First Home Later in Life?

Owning a home is a big part of what many Americans aim for. However, recent studies show that achieving this dream is happening much later than it used to. The average age of someone buying their first home has hit almos...

What You Need to Know while Considering the Rent-to-Own Homeownership Plan

  When renting a house, you must sign a contract before moving in. However, you shouldn't sign the agreement before understanding its contents. You may even speak to a legal expert to exp...

Tackling Student Housing Insecurity Through Innovative Community Collaboration

A groundbreaking study highlights an innovative approach to tackling one of the most pressing challenges faced by learners today: housing insecurity. Spearheaded by Tacoma Community College in Wa...

7 Reasons to Hire a Management Company for Your Rental Property

Owning a rental property can be a great way to invest your money and have an extra source of income. However, additional responsibilities include finding the right tenants, accounting, and handling repairs and ...

Rent-to-Own: How to Know Whether It Is the Best Strategy for Owning a Home

When planning to buy a home, it is vital to get all the helpful information possible to settle on the best one depending on your needs and budget. It would be best to research the various ways you ...

What Is Renter's Insurance? Should You Get A Policy Or Skip It Entirely?

When it comes to getting insurance coverage, most people are quick to get their health, car, and life insurance policies in order, but one type of coverage that's frequently overlooked is renter's insur...