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COVID-19 Pandemic and Hurricane Laura Coalesce to Create Housing Crisis
In parts of Texas, Louisiana and Arkansas, both renters and homeowners are dealing with the aftermath of catastrophic Hurricane Laura. The hurricane made landfall as a category 4 storm, with wind speeds ...
A Community in Crisis: Addressing Housing and Workforce Issues in Santa Barbara County
The sky-high cost of housing in Santa Barbara County is pushing many long-time residents to their breaking point. With the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment hovering around $2,0...
Bridging the Gap: Whitefish Rental Assistance Program Gets Mixed Reviews
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...
Bipartisan Senator Meeting Fails to Improve Housing for Military and Vets
America is in a constant state of partisanship, and has been ever since John Adams and Thomas Jefferson split the nation's politics right down the middle under George Washington's presidency...
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...
Affordable Housing: A Crisis We Can Solve
The lack of affordable housing is a national crisis that has hit working families especially hard. As rents and home prices rise faster than incomes, safe and stable housing has become out of reach for many. This crisis lead...
HUD's $10 Million Empowerment Grants for Struggling Communities
In a significant move toward equality in housing, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced a substantial $10 million grant program aimed at bolstering housing counseling agencies...
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...
Discover Alaska’s Generous $1,702 Payment Plan for Residents in June 2025: A Big Incentive to Move and Stay
The state of Alaska is continuing its efforts to support its residents and encourage long-term residency through a unique financial initiative. Residents can look f...