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What You Need to Know about the Rent-to-Own Home Ownership Plan

  When planning to buy a house, it is essential to spend enough time evaluating the different home ownership options and settle on one that suits your needs best. If you don't have enough down payme...

6 Things You Should Do Before Renting a House

Renting a house is a significant step that needs enough preparation. Even though you may have saved enough money, you must know how to choose the right house to avoid regretting later. For example, you'll need to research ...

The 5 Major Reasons Why You Should Consider the Rent-to-Own Plan

Many individuals look forward to the time they become homeowners. Some of them have greater chances of achieving their desire than others. If you have a low credit rating or don't have a down payment, it may be...

Rockford Increases Rental Assistance Funds to Support Families Displaced by Disasters

In Rockford, Illinois, the local government, including the City of Rockford and Rockford Township, decided to offer more money to help people who must leave their homes because of severe d...

DC Attempts to Turn Existing Home Space into Apartments

Few people probably know who DC's mayor is (Muriel E. Bowser, by the way), but everyone likely knows it's another Democrat. That's all DC elects; maybe because you can't spell Democrat without DC. Who knows? Though ano...

Airbnb.org Provides Free Housing for Wildfire Victims in Los Angeles

Airbnb.org is stepping up to help those affected by the recent wildfires in Los Angeles by offering them a place to stay for free.  These free stays are made possible by donations from Airbnb.org, ...

5 Things You Need to Know When Renting a House for the First Time

Renting a house for the first time can be intimidating. You might not know what to look for, the questions to ask the property owner, and how to find the most affordable house in your preferred neighborhood...

5 Tips for an Easy and Safe House Hunting Experience

5 Tips for an Easy and Safe House Hunting Experience Renting a new house can be the most exciting experience, especially if you are doing it for the first time. However, you may only understand how stressful and tiresome...

6 Things You Should Know When Renting an Apartment for the First Time

Renting a house for the first time can be super exciting. You’ll be free to set your house’s rules and choose what to use for décor. However, selecting the perfect unit for your needs m...