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Maximizing Your Tax Refund: Essential Benefits for Homeowners This Tax Season
Tax time is here again in the United States! Between January 27 and April 15, the IRS expects to receive over 140 million tax returns. It’s a good time for homeowners to look at ways to get ...
Need Affordable Housing in Houston? Waiting Lists Are Open for a Limited Time
The Houston Housing Authority (HHA) announced that it is extending the deadline for people on the Housing Choice Voucher waiting list to save their spot. The new deadline is 5 p.m. on June 30, 202...
How Affordable Housing Providers Are Using Technology to Improve Services
In the world of affordable housing, technology is finally making a big difference. For a long time, this sector lagged behind when it came to technological upgrades, but the COVID-19 pandemic acted as...
New US Homes May Get Pricier by $11,000 Due to Trump's Trade Policies
Buying a brand-new house in the United States could soon hit your wallet harder. Builders say that because of trade policies introduced by President Donald Trump, the average cost to construct a new home ...
Home Buying Programs for People with Disabilities
Buying a house can seem like a challenging task, especially for individuals living with disabilities. However, there are special home loans and grants to make the process easier and more affordable. Can You Buy a Ho...
Exploring Condemned Properties: What It Means to Buy Them
Interested in getting a bargain on a home? You might consider buying a condemned property, though these come with challenges. Let's break down what a condemned house is, why one might be condemned, and what po...
Buying a House Before the End of 2025: What You Should Know
If you’re thinking about buying a home before the end of 2025, now might be a good time to look into it. The US real estate market is showing signs that could benefit buyers after a few years of high price...
Tips on How to Survive and Overcome the Section 8 Waitlist
Securing a spot in the Section 8 housing program is a sigh of relief for many, but the path leading up to it is loaded with waiting times and ambiguity. As states are starting to accept applications for their...
New Help for Homeowners to Prevent Losing Their Homes
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has made changes to help people with FHA (Federal Housing Administration) insured single-family home loans keep their homes when they have trouble paying their mortga...