Articles

• Author: Bernard Reynolds
• Posted: Apr 15, 2024

Many aspiring homeowners find the financial hurdle of a down payment a major obstacle on their path to homeownership. Thankfully, down payment loans are providing a powerful solution, helping individua...

• Author: Marsha Jacobs
• Posted: Apr 16, 2024

Many people list owning a house as a top life goal, attracted by the promise of stability, investment potential, and personal satisfaction. But is homeownership truly superior, or are we influenced by societal pressures ...

• Author: Marsha Jacobs
• Posted: Apr 16, 2024

Securing a spot in the Section 8 housing program is a sigh of relief for many, but the path leading up to it is loaded with waiting times and ambiguity.  As states are starting to accept applications for their...

• Author: Marsha Jacobs
• Posted: Feb 28, 2024

In a significant development to address the homelessness crisis in Southern Colorado, the El Paso County Continuum of Care has received a substantial grant of $2.9 million. ...

• Author: Mikko Rocco
• Posted: Feb 15, 2024

  In Massachusetts, there's a program that's making a real difference in the lives of homeless families. It's called HomeBASE, and it's all about finding stable housing for families...

• Author: Marsha Jacobs
• Posted: Jan 10, 2024

The cost of rent continues to increase across the country, making housing a struggle for many renters. But affordable options are still out there if you get creative. Here are some strategies for rente...

• Author: Marsha Jacobs
• Posted: Dec 13, 2023

Housing insecurity is an issue that impacts communities across the country. While government programs provide vital assistance, local organizations are also stepping up to help. Nonprofits, charities, and community g...

• Author: Marsha Jacobs
• Posted: 2023-11-21

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

• Author: Marsha Jacobs
• Posted: 2024-04-14

As cold weather descends on Maine, many families are worried about how they will pay for heat this winter. Fortunately, assistance is available through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, or LIHEAP. This vital prog...

• Author: Marsha Jacobs
• Posted: Dec 06, 2023

The town of Whitefish, Montana recently announced a new rental assistance program to help lower-income residents struggling with the city's high housing costs. However, the program has received mix...