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HUD Makes Housing Help Available to More People

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is making big steps to help more Americans get help with housing.  They're starting new programs, including teaming up with a company called Zillow and usi...

Home Buying Help for People With Disabilities

When you're living with a disability, you might think owning a home isn't possible. But there's good news: not only are there mortgages for which you can apply, but there are also special loans and grants to help mak...

California's Eviction Crisis: Proposed Legislation Aims to Protect Tenants from Nonpayment Evictions

In California, a couple struggling with health issues faced eviction from their subsidized home despite having the funds to settle their unpaid rent.  Currently, sta...

Housing Costs are Changing the Way People Choose Jobs

The high cost of housing is becoming a major factor in how people make career decisions. It’s not just about choosing where to live anymore—it’s also about deciding whether to switch jobs, work in-offic...

Evergreen Home Loans Expands Rapidly to 11 New States and Plans Further Licensing by 2026

Evergreen Home Loans, a company based in Bellevue, Washington, is growing fast as it expands into 11 new states. The company announced that it now operates in Texas, Florida, South ...

8 Tips to Get the Lowest Mortgage Rates

Mortgage rates have recently gone down due to hopes that the Federal Reserve will cut rates. However, after a recent Fed meeting, rates have stayed about the same. Experts don’t expect a big drop in interest rates before the ...

The Surprising Benefits of Making a Larger Down Payment on Your Home

Are you planning to buy a home soon? If so, you're probably focusing on saving for a down payment. But did you know that making a larger down payment has several surprising benefits beyond reducing t...

Wyoming's Housing Aid Expansion Still Falls Short

Wyoming recently increased funding for housing assistance programs to help struggling families. However, housing advocates say the additional $8 million in aid still won't meet the scale of need across the state.&nb...

How to Afford a Downpayment on a Home

As the cost of housing continues to rise, many people are left wondering if they will ever be able to save enough for a downpayment on their dream home. Fortunately, several strategies and government programs are available that a...