Housing Insights Central

Are you worried about paying your energy bills as temperatures drop? The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) can help you with heating costs during winter, cooling in the summer, and can also hel...

As healthcare costs keep going up, many Americans on Medicare are wondering what changes are coming in 2026. While Medicare still helps millions of seniors and people with disabilities pay for healthcare, there are...

Are you thinking about buying a home in 2026? You’re probably wondering what will happen with mortgage rates next year. Here’s what experts are predicting—and what it might mean for you.   Mortgage Rates ...

Mortgage refinancing is often touted as a way for homeowners to lower their housing costs. However, refinancing only makes financial sense under certain circumstances. Here's some gu...

Saving up for a house down payment can take a long time—sometimes decades, depending on where you live in the United States. While buying a home may seem out of reach for many, there are some states where ach...

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...

After Hurricane Helene, a massive Category 4 storm, destroyed homes from northern Florida to Virginia, Airbnb.org is offering a helping hand. This not-for-profit branch of Airbnb is giving free places to stay ...

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 ...

Deciding how much to spend on rent starts with understanding what you can comfortably afford. Here are some general rules to guide you:   The 30% Rule A common recommendation is to spend about 30% of your gross monthly income...