Housing Insights Central

Baltimore, Maryland has a very long history of unsatisfied renters. When the rest of the popular mainstream American media speaks about things like "ghettos" and "slums", Baltimore is usually their apex example of how things have fallen apart...

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...

A rent-stabilized apartment is a rental home where the government limits how much the rent can go up. Because landlords can only raise rent by a set amount each year, rent-stabilized apartments can ...

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...

California has a program called the California Climate Credit that helps residents save money on their utility bills. This credit is given as a discount directly on your electricity or natural gas bill with no extra paperwor...

President Donald J. Trump's administration has suggested a new idea to make homes more affordable: allowing mortgages that last 50 years instead of the usual 30 years. This proposal aims to help people manage today’s ...

In an era marked by economic fluctuations and a burgeoning demand for affordable living spaces, the United States is witnessing a significant transformation in its housing sector. The nation&#...

Orlando, Florida is one of the most popular and populous cities in America and is ranked the number-50 most expensive city to live in. While it's nowhere near as expensive as New York City or San Francisco, the fact is that...

Can I buy a house if I don’t make a lot of money? Yes, it’s possible to buy a house with a low income. Many programs and loans are designed to help people who earn less, and lenders l...