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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 ...
Mortgage Refinancing: When It Makes Sense and When It Doesn't
Mortgage refinancing is often touted as a way for homeowners to lower their housing costs. However, refinancing only makes financial sense under certain circumstances. Here's some gu...
HUD Allocates More Than $3.5 Billion to Support Homeless Individuals
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) unveiled plans today to distribute over $3.5 billion in competitive grants nationwide. These funds are earmarked for organizations that provide se...
How FAMU and FSU Might Have the Key to Addressing the Affordable Housing Crisis
The affordable housing crisis continues to plague communities across the United States, and Tallahassee, Florida is no exception. However, in this time of need, Florida A&M University (...
First Time Home Buyers Can Find Great Mortgage Assistance Grants
Buying a home for the first time can be intimidating. Many first time home buyers are in need of help. They don't know where to begin. Fortunately, there are many sources of help to provide assistance for many p...
New Hampshire Property Managers and Landlord Charged with Discrimination
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has accused Greenview Associates L.P., Palmer Asset Management, LLC, and their landlord John Martin, from Manchester, New Hampshire, of breaki...
HUD Announces Over $37 Million in Support for New Yorkers During Apartment Repairs
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has exciting news for New York City residents. The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) is getting more than $37 million to help ...
Reduce Your Monthly Electric Bill with These Simple Tips
If you're not paying attention, your electric bill can get a little out of control. You often don't think about the small ways that you're using more and more electricity until you open the bill and find a number much h...
For the first-time homebuyer: 10 financial mistakes to avoid
Buying your first home comes with many big decisions and can be as scary as it is exciting. It's easy to get swept up in the whirlwind of home shopping and make financial mistakes that could leave you with buyer...
