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In Michigan, a new rule has been established that changes the way landlords can select their tenants.  Governor Gretchen Whitmer recently signed a group of bills that make it illegal for landlords who ow...

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 ...

Since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, the United States faced an unprecedented need to keep people in their homes. To address this, cities across the nation swiftly enacted various eviction preven...

Buying a house usually costs more than renting one. This is because you have to pay for things like insurance, property taxes, and repairs.  People expect to pay about 14% more for owning a house compared to renting on a reg...

In early 2023, rental rates continue to rise. Affordable housing was already an issue before COVID-19, but the pandemic contributed to the problem. Many people living in the United States confront rental debt and the possi...

Affordability has become a pressing issue in the U.S. housing market, prompting some major home builders to adopt a new approach. The Washington Post recently reported that powerful builders are...

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 plan to own a home soon, the best thing would be to save money to ensure you have enough. However, it might be challenging to fulfill your saving goal if faced with numerous financial responsibilities. In that c...

Texas lawmakers have approved big changes to property tax rules, aiming to reduce costs for homeowners and businesses. These new measures will now head to Governor Greg Abbott for his approval and then to Texas...