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rental assistance and other housing programs
Exploring the Extensive Benefits of Rental Assistance on Family Wellbeing
In recent years, the importance of stable, affordable housing has increasingly come to the forefront of national discourse. Amidst this conversation, rental assistance programs have been reco...
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...
How to Get Your Landlord to Lower Your Rent
Rent prices can be really high sometimes, eating up a big part of what people earn, especially in places like Oakland and New York City where more than 70% of what households make goes straight to rent. It often feels lik...
Over $10 Million Pledged to Support Homeless Native American Veterans
In an effort to combat homelessness among Native American veterans, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced a significant boost in funding of over $10 million. This money ...
Rental Assistance Programs You Need To Know
According to the National Low Income Housing Coalition, few people working a full-time minimum wage job can afford to rent a two-bedroom apartment. Therefore, many turn to rental assistance programs that help pay the rent and find ...
The Current Administration Enhances Housing Support for Veterans
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has introduced significant policy modifications aimed at expanding housing support for our nation's veterans. This initiative is set to m...
The Benefits of Renting a Home to Buy it in the Future
Buying a home is one of the significant investments you might make in your lifetime. Before starting a home purchasing process, gathering as much information as possible is essential. It will help you make proper choi...
The Best Cities for Renters: A Closer Look at Forbes Advisor's Ranking
In a recent study conducted by Forbes Advisor, the best cities for renters in the United States were identified based on several key metrics. This analysis considered factors such as: average re...
Important Bills Piling Up? Tips for Finding the Money you Need!
Even before the pandemic, many people struggled to pay necessary bills, such as housing rental or mortgage costs, utilities and automobile insurance. Their incomes weren't high enough to keep up with in...