Housing Insights Central

New York State has a special program to help people save money on property taxes, especially for school costs. This program is called the School Tax Relief (STAR) program. It was created to make living in New York more a...

Financial problems like job loss, illness, or divorce can make it hard for homeowners to pay their mortgage. If you’re having trouble making your monthly payments, a mortgage loan modification m...

Having safe water at home is important for staying healthy, cooking, and cleaning. But for many people, especially older adults with limited income, water bills can be hard to afford. In fact, about 20% of househol...

This September, several cities in Texas, North Carolina, Florida, and Indiana will open waiting lists for affordable housing programs. If you are looking for help paying for rent through the Sectio...

Medicare is a government health insurance program mostly for people aged 65 and older. One common question is whether Medicare helps pay for housing costs. Here is what you need to know.   Does Medicare Pay for H...

Evergreen Home Loans, based in Bellevue, Washington, is continuing to grow across the country. The company recently announced that it has started offering its loan services in 11 new states. These states include Texas, Flori...

Can I buy a house if I don’t make a lot of money? Yes, it’s possible to buy a house with a low income. Many programs and loans are designed to help people who earn less, and lenders l...

Housing prices in the United States are starting to fall in certain areas. According to recent data from Realtor.com, homes are selling more slowly than before. In July 2025, the average home sat on th...

Owning a home is a big part of the American dream, but sometimes, financial troubles can make it hard to keep up with mortgage payments. If you're struggling to make your payments, or you're worried you might fall be...