Housing Insights Central

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...

The lack of affordable housing is a national crisis that has hit working families especially hard. As rents and home prices rise faster than incomes, safe and stable housing has become out of reach for many. This crisis lead...

In Rockford, Illinois, the city council and township have decided to give more money to a helpful program that's been around for 30 years. This program is all a...

The Housing Choice Voucher Program is a U.S. government program aimed at helping people with limited income find good, reasonably priced homes. This program, often called Section 8, is not like public housing that requires you ...

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are two big companies that help make buying homes more affordable and predictable in America. They are important because they buy home loans from banks and then sell them to investors...

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers housing grants to veterans who have disabilities related to their military service. These grants help veterans buy, build, or make changes ...

Welcome to the exciting journey of finding your perfect abode, where memories will be made, laughter shared, and dreams nurtured. Whether you're a first-time buyer, a seasoned homeowner, or someone needing housing a...

Buying a home is a huge milestone, but it can also feel overwhelming—especially if it is your first time. If you aren't sure where to start or how to manage your finances, a housing counselor can be...

Linn County's Emergency Rental Assistance Program aims to temporarily bandage a gaping wound. While the program offers short-term aid for renters facing ...