Articles

• Author: Margaret Hills
• Posted: Oct 28, 2024

Getting Ready Costs Less Now Mortgage rates have dropped a bit recently, but buying a home is still pretty expensive. If you're thinking about buying a home, it's smart to start saving mon...

• Author: Margaret Hills
• Posted: Oct 21, 2024

Buying a home is a big deal, and getting a good price can save you a lot of money. Here are some tips on how to make that happen:   Before You Start Negotiating   Learn About the House’s Value: Check how ...

• Author: Margaret Hills
• Posted: Oct 15, 2024

On October 7 and 8, the acting Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Adrianne Todman, organized a significant event titled "Next Generation of Housing Policy" roundtable. This gathering was ...

• Author: Margaret Hills
• Posted: Oct 07, 2024

Renting a place to live can be very expensive, especially for people who don't earn a lot of money. Luckily, there's help available from the government called "Federal Rental Assistance."  This program helps...

• Author: Jennifer Kloss
• Posted: 2025-03-25

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is making big steps to help more Americans get help with housing.  They're starting new programs, including teaming up with a company called Zillow and usi...

• Author: Noah Koch
• Posted: 2025-02-04

Building your dream home is exciting, but it can also be quite expensive. Luckily, there are some smart ways to keep your construction costs down without sacrificing quality.  Here are five tips for making your home building m...

• Author: Jennifer Kloss
• Posted: 2024-10-29

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has released the biggest update to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards in over 30 years, introducing 90 new or revised standards.&nbs...

• Author: Margaret Hills
• Posted: 2025-03-02

Buying a house is exciting, but spending too much on it can leave you with barely any money for anything else. This situation, known as being "house poor," can make it hard to enjoy your new home...

• Author: Margaret Hills
• Posted: 2025-01-20

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently declared the allocation of over $10 million in funds a significant step forward in addressing homelessness among Native America...

• Author: Jennifer Kloss
• Posted: 2024-11-12

For adults over 55, housing represents a substantial part of their spending, as evidenced by the Consumer Expenditure Survey. Before the pandemic, nearly ten million seniors faced challenges in affording their housing.&n...