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A Helping Handout: Linn County's Rental Assistance Program Provides Temporary Relief but No Long-Term Solutions

Linn County's Emergency Rental Assistance Program aims to temporarily bandage a gaping wound. While the program offers short-term aid for renters facing ...

COVID-19 Pandemic and Hurricane Laura Coalesce to Create Housing Crisis

In parts of Texas, Louisiana and Arkansas, both renters and homeowners are dealing with the aftermath of catastrophic Hurricane Laura. The hurricane made landfall as a category 4 storm, with wind speeds ...

Everyone dreams of owning a beautiful big house at some time in their lives. However, finding the exact house that has all the qualities you prefer is...

Therefore, don't think that you are taking too much time comparing different houses. Keep searching until you get the on...

New US Homes May Get Pricier by $11,000 Due to Trump's Trade Policies

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 ...

Hottest and Coldest Markets in the US Heading into the New Year

One of the bright spots of the disastrous economic free fall of 2020 was that the housing market was still able to thrive during this unprecedented period in time. Historic low interest rates and a demand for h...

Michigan Launches a $25,000 Help for First-Time Homebuyers

In Lansing, Michigan, a new offer is out for people buying their first home. Michigan is giving away $25,000 to help with the down payment, which is the money you need to pay upfront when you buy a house. The tea...

Is Your Housing Situation Affected by COVID-19? Here Are Some Options

The Coronavirus pandemic is officially recognized in every state as well as the federal government. On March 27, 2020, the most comprehensive public aid package in American history was signed into law by P...

The Most Favorable States for New Home Purchases

The American population is aging. Every year, millions of Americas retire from their careers to enjoy their golden years. Over 40 million Americans are over the age of 65. By 2030, the final generation of the 3.8 million baby b...

Toy Theft From Texas Public Housing Triggers Massive Replacement Donations

Many families are suffering as a result of the economic fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic. In times when a family might have to choose between paying the electricity bill or buying Christmas gifts, par...