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White House Proposes Major Changes to Section 8 Housing Vouchers

The White House has proposed eliminating Section 8 housing vouchers as part of a plan to make big changes to rental assistance programs. These vouchers currently help low-income families pay for housing, bu...

New Bill Could Help First-Time Homebuyers With Up to $15,000 for Down Payments

On June 11, members of the Senate Finance Committee brought back the Decent, Affordable, Safe Housing for All Act, also known as the DASH Act. If this bill gets approved, first-time homebuye...

What Veteran Benefit Can Help You With Your Housing Needs?

Every year, thousands of veterans miss out on a government program that could save them significant money when buying a home. In 2024 alone, more than 58,000 VA home loans went unused, representing nearly $28 b...

Trump Accounts: A New Way to Save for Your Child's Future

What Are Trump Accounts? Trump Accounts are a new type of savings account created by federal law in 2025, designed to help families start saving money for their children early in life. Think of them as "sta...

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 ...

Using Gift Money for Your Home Down Payment

When buying a home, you don't always have to use your own savings for the down payment. Many homebuyers receive money as a gift from others to help cover this cost. This gifted money is called "gift funds." Gif...

Veterans United Remains the Top VA Loan Provider: Key Findings from 2025

The housing market showed signs of improvement last year, and more veterans took advantage of VA loans as a result. According to the Department of Veterans Affairs, lenders issued 528,343 VA loans du...

First-Time Homebuyers Navigate the Market with Government Loans

In the ever-evolving housing market, first-time buyers are making smart moves with government-backed loans to secure their first homes.  The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) highlights a growing trend...

Thinking About Refinancing Your Mortgage in Early 2026? Here’s What You Need to Know

If you’re a homeowner with a mortgage, you might be wondering if 2026 is a good time to refinance your loan, especially if you locked in a high interest rate in recent years. Wit...