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Eviction Moratoriums: What Renters Need to Know

The COVID-19 pandemic caused economic hardship for many renters across the country, making it difficult to pay rent on time. In response, federal, state, and local governments implemented temporary eviction moratoriums to p...

HUD Announces Over $37 Million in Support for New Yorkers During Apartment Repairs

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has exciting news for New York City residents. The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) is getting more than $37 million to help ...

Innovative Zero-Down Payment Home Loans Reignite the Dream of Homeownership

In response to the escalating costs of homes nationwide, United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM), led by Mat Ishba, a mogul in the industry, has launched an inventive mortgage product that requires no down ...

HUD's $10 Million Empowerment Grants for Struggling Communities

In a significant move toward equality in housing, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced a substantial $10 million grant program aimed at bolstering housing counseling agencies...

New First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit Proposal Aims to Help Prospective Homeowners

Dreaming of owning your own home? A new proposal called the "First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit" could be a big help.  It's a plan that might give people looking to buy the...

For the first-time homebuyer: 10 financial mistakes to avoid

Buying your first home comes with many big decisions and can be as scary as it is exciting. It's easy to get swept up in the whirlwind of home shopping and make financial mistakes that could leave you with buyer...

Reduce Your Monthly Electric Bill with These Simple Tips

If you're not paying attention, your electric bill can get a little out of control. You often don't think about the small ways that you're using more and more electricity until you open the bill and find a number much h...

El Paso County Continuum of Care Receives $2.9 Million in Funding to Combat Homelessness Crisis

In a significant development to address the homelessness crisis in Southern Colorado, the El Paso County Continuum of Care has received a substantial grant of $2.9 million. ...

Massachusetts' HomeBASE Program: Opening Doors to Stable Housing for All

  In Massachusetts, there's a program that's making a real difference in the lives of homeless families. It's called HomeBASE, and it's all about finding stable housing for families...