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How to Afford a Downpayment on a Home

As the cost of housing continues to rise, many people are left wondering if they will ever be able to save enough for a downpayment on their dream home. Fortunately, several strategies and government programs are available that a...

Multnomah County Reopens Rental Assistance List for First Time in Two Years

Multnomah County has reopened its list for people who need help paying their rent. This list is for low-income families and individuals and had not been open for two years. People can apply for only o...

Good News for First-Time Homebuyers in California's Bay Area

In California's expensive Bay Area, first-time homebuyers who are finding it hard to save for a down payment now have a chance to get some help. A new program offers up to $200,000 as a loan to assist with ...

Crucial Advice You Need to Understand before Applying for Security Deposit

Purchasing a home is quite complex, making most people face numerous challenges before owning their dream homes. Often, they spend more time and money before completing the process. Before starting th...

How to Raise Enough Down Payment for Your Dream Home

When planning to buy a home, saving is one of the best ways to raise money for the down payment. However, you may have limited time to accumulate the needed cash. For example, you may have already found the house you ne...

Help for First-Time Homebuyers in New Mexico

In the exciting world of buying your first home in New Mexico, there's some good news! Home prices have slightly decreased - by about 0.5% from last year, making it a bit easier for first-time buyers.  However, with...

Navigating the Post-Pandemic Landscape: The Evolving Challenge of Eviction Prevention in the U.S.

Evictions are a growing challenge in many parts of the United States, especially as cities navigate the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. During the pandemic, providing stabl...

HUD Organizes Key Meeting to Shape Future Housing Policies

On October 7 and 8, the acting Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Adrianne Todman, organized a significant event titled "Next Generation of Housing Policy" roundtable. This gathering was ...

Planning to Purchase a House? Include the Following Essential Items in Your Budget

If you plan to buy a house in the next few weeks or months, ensure that you have enough money before that time. Remember that the buyer might not be willing to give you time to look for more c...