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Veteran Overcomes Adversity with Resilience and Support from VA
Following the aftermath of two hurricanes that rendered her homeless, Navy Veteran Margarita Belmarez showcased remarkable resilience, drawing strength from her military background and unwavering determination ...
Proposed $25,000 Grant for First-Time Home Buyers Remains Under Congressional Review
The Downpayment Toward Equity Act is a proposed law designed to assist first-time home buyers by providing up to $25,000 in financial aid. This grant aims to cover initial home-buying ex...
8 Tips to Get the Lowest Mortgage Rates
Mortgage rates have recently gone down due to hopes that the Federal Reserve will cut rates. However, after a recent Fed meeting, rates have stayed about the same. Experts don’t expect a big drop in interest rates before the ...
VA Housing Grants: How Veterans Can Apply
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers special housing grants to help veterans with service-connected disabilities buy, build, or adapt a home, so they can live more independently. These grants can pay for important chang...
Michigan Helps First-Time Homebuyers with $25,000 Support Program
In Lansing, Michigan, a new program is offering a big helping hand to people buying their first home. The Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) is giving up to $25,000 to help with the initial ...
New Jersey's Innovative Solution to Affordable Housing Crisis: Leveraging Transit Systems
New Jersey might have just found a groundbreaking solution to its affordable housing crisis, and it lies just outside its transit system. With approximately 74,000 acres of underuti...
Why Young Americans Feel They Can't Afford Homes
Many people in America who don't own a home feel really down about their chances to buy one. A big survey by Northwestern Mutual found that over half of these folks (53%) believe they'll never be able to afford a home...
What is a Condemned House, and Can You Buy One?
A condemned house is a property that the local government has deemed unsafe for people to live in. This usually happens when a home no longer meets basic living standards, such as access to clean water, working electricity, or...
Navigating the Post-Pandemic Landscape: The Evolving Challenge of Eviction Prevention in the U.S.
Evictions are a growing challenge in many parts of the United States, especially as cities navigate the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. During the pandemic, providing stabl...
