New York's Stimulus Checks: Could You Get a STAR Cheque in 2025?

In New York, many homeowners are looking forward to a little bit of financial help with their property taxes. The state has started sending out stimulus checks this week as part of the STAR program's tax c...

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HUD Plans May Add Limits on Housing Assistance and Work Requirements

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), under the current administration, is reportedly working to set limits on how long people can receive federal rental assistance and to introduce work r...

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$1,000 Stimulus Payment: Easy Steps to Apply for Rental Rebates

Starting July 1, 2023, Pennsylvania is offering a financial boost for its residents with tax refunds of up to $1,000. This initiative aims to help senior citizens, widows, widowers, and disabled persons who ear...

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Wyoming Help for First-Time Homebuyers

Buying your first house can be a big financial step, and saving enough for the down payment and other costs can be tough. But if you're looking to buy in Wyoming, there's good news: you can get help with affordable mortgages...

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Energy-Saving Housing Upgrades Left Hanging by Government Delay

Earlier this year, plans were ready to renovate two apartment buildings in Chicago to make them more energy-saving. These buildings are mainly for elderly people with lower incomes.  A group that helps ...

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Home Buying Budget in 2025: A Guide to Affordability and Mortgage Options

When you're thinking about buying a home, the first question you need to answer is, "How much house can I afford?" Figuring this out involves looking at how much money you can borrow,...

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Five U.S. Cities That Offer Money and Housing Assistance to Move There

Moving to a new city can be a big decision but imagine if some cities would actually pay you to live there! In the United States, there are a few places doing just that to attract new residents.  ...

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What is Closing Cost Assistance?

When you buy a home, you not only need to pay the price of the house but also additional charges known as closing costs. These can include fees for appraisals, legal services, and loan origination.  Closing cost assistance helps home...

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What's the Neighborhood Homes Investment Act All About?

In the face of rising interest rates and expensive house prices making it tough for people to buy homes, there's a new plan being considered that might help out.  It's called the Neighborhood Homes Inve...

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Proposed Downpayment Toward Equity Act Aims to Assist First-Time Homebuyers

The Downpayment Toward Equity Act is a proposed U.S. bill that aims to provide up to $25,000 in financial assistance to eligible first-time homebuyers.  This initiative seeks to make homeown...

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