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Modular Home Loans: What to Know About Financing a Modular Home

With home prices in the U.S. still high, many people feel like owning a house is out of reach. One way to make homeownership more possible is to consider different types of homes, like modular homes, especially...

Beyond the Brink: The Affordable Housing Crisis and Its Toll on Central Pennsylvania's Families

The affordable housing crisis in Central Pennsylvania, exacerbated by the pandemic, is pushing families to the brink. With over half a million state residents behind on rent a...

NYCHA Reopens Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program: A New Opportunity for Affordable Housing in New York City

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has recently announced a promising update for those struggling with high housing costs: the New York City Housing Authority (NYCH...

Helping Young Adults Find Homes After Foster Care

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is stepping up to help young people who are leaving foster care and might not have a place to live.  They're giving out $3.4 million in grants to help 38...

New Federal Policies Broaden Housing Assistance for U.S. Veterans

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has recently implemented several significant policy enhancements to bolster housing support for America's veterans. These updated policies are...

DIY Guide to Purchasing Without a Realtor

A recent survey by the National Association of Realtors found that most people buy their homes through an agent. However, changes in August 2024 mean that buyers might have to pay the agent's fees themselves. Sometimes, buyers c...

Home Buying Help for People With Disabilities

When you're living with a disability, you might think owning a home isn't possible. But there's good news: not only are there mortgages for which you can apply, but there are also special loans and grants to help mak...

What You Need to Know About Getting a Conventional Home Loan in 2025

Thinking about buying your first house? You might have heard that getting a loan for it can be tough, but that's not always the case. Here's a breakdown of what you need to know about convention...

The Average Down Payment for Houses is Now More Than $63,000

In today's housing market, buying a home has become more expensive, not just because home prices are going up but also because the amount of money you need for a down payment has increased. The latest informat...