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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...

Landmark Legislation Protects Tenants Using Housing Assistance

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...

Affordable Housing Gets a Tech Upgrade

Technology has become a big part of our lives, and now it's helping manage affordable housing too. The shift to using more tech in housing really took off during the pandemic. Allen Feliz from MRI Software explains that affordab...

The Rise of Co-Buying: How Gen Z is Redefining Homeownership

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...

Information You Need to Have Before Settling on the Rent-to-Own Plan

There are several steps you should follow when renting a house. One of them is signing a rental agreement before moving in. However, it is vital to read and understand the details of the contract before sig...

Tips on Finding the Right House to Rent Near You

There are several reasons you can choose to rent a house instead of purchasing one. For example, you may rent a home because you need more cash for a down payment, your credit rating could be low, or you may need more time ...

Maximizing Your Rental Assistance Benefits: Tips and Tricks

Finding help is a significant first step toward getting in control of your rent payments. Ensuring you get the most out of the assistance you receive is equally important. Here are a few tips and tricks to ...

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 ...

6 Things You Must Do Before Renting a House

While finding the right house to rent may be challenging, renting has advantages. For example, when renting a home, you'll not need to worry about improving it or paying taxes. Additionally, you will have the option to look for ano...