New Program Aims to Help Vulnerable Individuals Secure Stable Housing

Montana is facing a housing crisis that has led to a rise in homelessness. Over the last 15 years, the number of homeless individuals in the state has grown by 38 percent, making housing stability a major...

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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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Property Tax Relief Plans May Benefit Homeowners and Businesses

Texas lawmakers have approved a big plan to cut property taxes, which could help both homeowners and businesses. Governor Greg Abbott is expected to sign the bills into law, but the final step will be for Texas...

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White House Proposal Could Cut Section 8 Housing Vouchers

A recent proposal from the White House suggests major changes to rental assistance programs, including eliminating Section 8 housing vouchers and cutting other rental aid by about 40%. These changes were outlined in ...

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Airbnb.org Provides Free Temporary Housing for Los Angeles Wildfire Victims

Due to the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, Airbnb.org is offering free temporary places to stay. They are collaborating with 211 LA, a local service entity in Los Angeles County, to support pe...

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Homelessness Among Veterans Reaches an All-Time Low

The Biden-Harris administration has announced that homelessness among veterans has dramatically decreased, reaching the lowest recorded levels. This significant drop is evident from a national survey done annually since 20...

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What is Federal Rental Assistance?

Federal rental assistance is a group of programs designed to help almost 10 million people in low-income families afford safe and modest homes. Most people (about 82%) who get this help are aided through three major programs: Housing Choic...

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New Housing Initiatives to Promote Solar energy and Affordable Housing

HUD (Housing and Urban Development) has just announced that it will give the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) an extra $37 million. This money is meant to help people living in NYCHA homes stay co...

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The Biden-Harris Administration Gives $10 Million to Help Low-Income Renters

On September 10, 2024, in Washington, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced a big help for low-income renters. They're providing $10 million in grants to teach th...

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90 Years of the Federal Housing Administration Enhancing Homeownership

On June 27, 2024, the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) proudly marked its 90-year legacy since its establishment under the National Housing Act of 1934, an initiative signed into law by President Fra...

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