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The Rise of Co-Buying: How Gen Z is Redefining Homeownership
Homeownership is a dream for many, but Gen Z is introducing a new way to make it happen—co-buying. This strategy involves two or more people, such as close friends, family members, or unmarried partners, tea...
Biden's Tax Credit Plan: A Promising Solution for Housing Affordability
President Joe Biden's State of the Union address included a significant proposal aimed at combating the affordability crisis plaguing the housing market. Biden's plan entails an annual tax ...
Federal Government allocates $12.7 million for Foster Youth Housing Assistance
HUD has announced a funding opportunity of $12.7 million for public housing authorities through the Foster Youth to Independence (FYI) program. This initiative aims to assist young adults transit...
The Current Challenges of Homebuying and How Nine Families Overcame Them
Buying a home is a big part of the American Dream for many people, but right now, it's getting harder to make that dream come true. The Washington Post shared stories of people who managed to buy hom...
Rockford Increases Rental Assistance Funds to Support Families Displaced by Disasters
In Rockford, Illinois, the local government, including the City of Rockford and Rockford Township, decided to offer more money to help people who must leave their homes because of severe d...
The Housing Affordability Quagmire: A Disturbing Reality for Half of U.S. Renters
Across the United States, housing affordability has reached crisis levels, with a recent study revealing that a record 50% of American renters are struggling with unaffo...
$1,000 for Housing Costs: Learn About Pennsylvania's Rent Rebate Program
In Pennsylvania, there's good news for people who need help paying for their homes. The state has a program that gives money back to certain residents to help with their housing costs. Here'...
Renting with Roommates: Tips and Strategies for Sharing Living Spaces
Living with multiple roommates can be an incredibly rewarding experience, but it can also come with its fair share of challenges. It is important to be aware of the potential issues that may arise when ...
Tackling Student Housing Insecurity Through Innovative Community Collaboration
A groundbreaking study highlights an innovative approach to tackling one of the most pressing challenges faced by learners today: housing insecurity. Spearheaded by Tacoma Community College in Wa...
