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How Having a Stable Home Helps Mental Health

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...

Easy Guide to Home Buying for People with Disabilities in 2024

Buying a home can often feel daunting, especially for adults with disabilities. But, there's good news! Not only are people with disabilities fully eligible for many mortgage options, but there are also spec...

What You Need to Know Before Renting Out Your Home

People rent out their homes for different reasons. Some may do it to get cash to pay debts, while others need extra money to save for future investments, among other motives. No matter your reason for renting out your hou...

What to Do When Facing Eviction: Helpful Tips and Solutions

Facing an eviction and potentially becoming homeless can be stressful and overwhelming. Several reasons can lead to a home eviction. Some of them include unemployment, the loss of a job, or an illness that prevents...

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...

Federal Funds Allocated to Combat Youth Homelessness Among Former Foster Care Individuals

In a groundbreaking initiative, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the allocation of $3.4 million in grants aimed at providing crucial housing ass...

Changes to Fair Market Rents for 2025: Impacts on Affordable Housing Programs

On August 14, 2024, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, or HUD for short, announced the new rent prices that will be considered fair for the fiscal year 2025. This change will ...

Things You Need to Know Before Renting an Apartment for the First Time

When the time comes for you to move out of your parent’s house, you will need to rent an apartment. While you will finally be excited to enjoy some freedom, it will come with extra responsibiliti...

Rent-to-Own Programs and Advice

Many potential homebuyers are prevented from purchasing a house because of the challenge of saving for a down payment and the high costs of mortgages. Credit scores and histories can also be problematic for those trying to buy a home. An...