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rental assistance and other housing programs
Federal Government allocates $12.7 million for Foster Youth Housing Assistance
HUD has announced a funding opportunity of $12.7 million for public housing authorities through the Foster Youth to Independence (FYI) program. This initiative aims to assist young adults transit...
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...
Senator Cantwell Takes Action to Boost Low-Income Housing with Federal Tax Credit Expansion
U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell of Washington state is leading the charge when it comes to tackling the shortage of affordable housing in the country. By pushing for the expansion o...
Rental Assistance and Control in Early 2023
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...
How Rental Assistance And Renting Programs Can Make Your Tenant Life Easier
The cost of housing is a significant concern for many individuals and families, particularly those with low or moderate incomes. However, rental assistance and renting programs can provide valuabl...
Housing Costs for Seniors: Resources and Solutions for Financial Relief
Housing is the most significant expense for adults over the age of 55, taking up a large portion of their budgets, as seen in the Consumer Expenditure Survey. Before the pandemic, close to 10 m...
Rental Assistance Available More Helpful Than Ever Given Rising Rents
In recent months, the U.S. government has made several announcements to help tenants overcome their housing challenges. For example, the Department of Housing and Urban Development has provided a number of ...
How to Find Affordable Rental Space Around the Country
An affordable home allows you to save funds for different money-making projects. It also allows you to provide a comfortable life for your family. Luckily, there are many affordable houses around the country. ...
Current Analysis of the Challenges of Affording a Home in Expensive Markets
The dream of home ownership remains a central part of the American ethos, yet the pathway to achieving it is becoming increasingly challenging. In today’s market, a typical household needs to ...
