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Over 8.3 Million Workers to Benefit as Nineteen States Increase Minimum Wage
In January 1, millions of workers across 19 states will get larger paychecks thanks to increases in the minimum wage. In total, workers in these states will earn about $5 billion more over the comi...
Need Extra Cash? How You Can Get up to $1,000 in Rental Relief
Are you struggling with bills? If you’re in Pennsylvania, you might be able to get some much-needed money back in your pocket soon. Starting from July 1, 2023, certain residents can look forward to tax ref...
Where Can You Find an Apartment for Less Than $1,000?
Rent is usually the largest expense people pay each month, and since 2019, rent prices have gone up faster than most people's incomes. These rising costs mean it takes longer to save for a down payment on a home: ...
Changes to Fair Market Rents for 2025: Impacts on Affordable Housing Programs
On August 14, 2024, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, or HUD for short, announced the new rent prices that will be considered fair for the fiscal year 2025. This change will ...
Rent-to-Own Programs and Advice
Many potential homebuyers are prevented from purchasing a house because of the challenge of saving for a down payment and the high costs of mortgages. Credit scores and histories can also be problematic for those trying to buy a home. An...
Finding Rental Assistance in 2023
Rents continue to rise in 2023. Although rental rate increases have recently slowed, rental price growth is still higher than before 2020. In July, rent prices grew by 0.31% from July 2022, slower than earlier in 2023 but still rising. ...
Does Credit Affect Your Rental Options Under Section 8
The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program helps low-income people and families afford safe housing. Many wonder if having bad credit will hurt their chances with Section 8. Does Section 8 Require a Credit Ch...
Can Renters Stop Paying Rent If The Landlord Doesn't Fix Things?
What You Need to Know as a Renter When you rent a place, your landlord has to make sure it's fit to live in. This means they must keep it clean, safe, and working right according to the laws of where ...
5 Tips for an Easy and Safe House Hunting Experience
5 Tips for an Easy and Safe House Hunting Experience Renting a new house can be the most exciting experience, especially if you are doing it for the first time. However, you may only understand how stressful and tiresome...