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Local Housing Authorities Open Section 8 Waitlists in August 2025

Getting affordable housing through the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program can be a big help for low-income families. Every month, local and state housing offices across the country open up waitlist...

6 Things You Should Do Before Renting a House

Renting a house is a significant step that needs enough preparation. Even though you may have saved enough money, you must know how to choose the right house to avoid regretting later. For example, you'll need to research ...

​​​​​​​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...

6 Tips to Help You Find the Right House to Rent

If you are planning to rent a house, there are several things you should do to avoid making mistakes and settling for the wrong one. Understanding the proper steps to take to get the best from your search process is essentia...

Relief for At-Risk Homeowners and Renters

While the economy has improved since the height of the pandemic, many households continue to struggle with housing costs. Fortunately, resources are available for at-risk homeowners and renters in need of assistance. Federal an...

Deadline Nears for Vital Housing Assistance Applications in the USA

As the calendar pages turn, a critical deadline approaches for Americans in need of housing assistance. With only a few weeks left, applicants across the United States are urged to submit their forms for ...

HUD Plans for the Future of Affordable Housing with Expert Roundtable

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), led by Acting Secretary Adrianne Todman, hosted a two-day discussion on the 7th and 8th of October in Washington D.C. The event, called the "Nex...

Old Motel in Tucson to Be Transformed into Affordable Homes

In Tucson, Arizona, a project is set to start that will turn the old Amazon Motel into a new housing complex called Amazon Flats. This project will create 30 homes that will be affordable and provide long-term supp...

Anticipation Builds Among 200,000 New Yorkers for Section 8 Voucher Outcomes

New York City has taken a significant stride towards meeting the demand for affordable housing by selecting approximately 200,000 applicants for the highly sought-after Section 8 Housing Choice Vou...