Housing Insights Central
Delve into articles on market trends, home improvement, and legal tips that guide you to smarter housing decisions.
New York Renters Strike in Potential Nationwide Rent Strike
At the beginning of April, New York Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez called on all New Yorkers to strike against paying their rent. Whether they had money and could afford rent, whether they were working a...
Key Considerations When Buying a Foreclosed Property
Buying a foreclosed property can present an opportunity for savings, yet it's accompanied by certain risks that prospective buyers should keep in mind. Often, banks are keen on selling these properties at below-market...
Addressing Student Housing Insecurity Through Creative Community Partnerships
A recent study has brought attention to a pioneering method for addressing a prevalent issue among students: housing insecurity. Led by Tacoma Community College in Washington, the College Housing As...
Housing Opportunities Available for your Immediate Use
Many of our readers are already well-versed in local and national housing programs, but there are always some programs that slip under the radar. Our goal is to bring some lesser-known programs and deals to light so you c...
The Big Problem with Unfair Evictions in Affordable Homes
In Richmond, people living in cheaper homes are facing a big issue: they're being kicked out over rent payments that the city says they missed. For example, a person we'll call Ms. Jones was shocked when she ...
HUD's Major Updates to Manufactured Home Rules Aim to Increase Affordability and Accessibility
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has recently made big changes to the rules for making manufactured homes, also known as mobile homes. These cha...
2024 and 2025 Housing Market: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know
Mortgage rates have been falling, but the prices of homes have stayed high. This means if you’re hoping to buy a house, you should start saving money and working on your credit score now. Look...
Homeownership Slipping Away for Young Americans
Many Americans who don't already own a home feel that becoming a homeowner is becoming an impossible goal. According to a recent survey from Northwestern Mutual, over half of these non-homeowners (53%) believe that owning ...
Opening the Door to Your Dream Home: A Guide on Housing Programs & Advice
Navigating the labyrinth of housing programs, seeking professional advice, and making well-informed decisions are crucial steps to becoming a homeowner. It is ultimately up to each indi...