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Rental Assistance Programs: Catalysts for Family Prosperity and Community Growth

In the current landscape of public policy and community planning, the critical role of stable, cost-effective housing has taken center stage.  Within this sphere, rental assistance init...

Helping Young Adults Find Homes After Foster Care

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is stepping up to help young people who are leaving foster care and might not have a place to live.  They're giving out $3.4 million in grants to help 38...

HUD Announces Over $3.5 Billion in Grants to Combat Homelessness

Today, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) revealed a significant financial initiative, deploying more than $3.5 billion in competitive grant funds across the country.  These fun...

New Federal Policies Broaden Housing Assistance for U.S. Veterans

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has recently implemented several significant policy enhancements to bolster housing support for America's veterans. These updated policies are...

Home Loan Interest Rates Climb Again During Election Confusion

For the past six weeks, home loan interest rates have been on the rise. Just like following a climbing trail, they've been tracking closely with something called Treasury yields, which also went up as people...

What You Need to Know About Getting a Conventional Home Loan in 2025

Thinking about buying your first house? You might have heard that getting a loan for it can be tough, but that's not always the case. Here's a breakdown of what you need to know about convention...

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...

Why Young Americans Feel They Can't Afford Homes

Many people in America who don't own a home feel really down about their chances to buy one. A big survey by Northwestern Mutual found that over half of these folks (53%) believe they'll never be able to afford a home...

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...