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Delve into articles on market trends, home improvement, and legal tips that guide you to smarter housing decisions.
Zoning Rules Can Restrict the Availability of Affordable Housing
In his first week as President of the United States, Joe Biden took more than 40 executive actions. Among his actions and promises are plans to help with the racial inequalities and affordable housing crisis. H...
Now that Biden is the President, How Will This Affect the Housing Industry?
President Joe Biden was sworn in as the 46th president of the United States on January 20. While the majority of the focus of this new administration has rightfully been on how they will combat the ...
Trailer Homes Might Be the Needed Solution for Affordability
Most people have thought of trailer homes as tacky, cheap and unsightly solutions for housing. They have a bad reputation for being unkempt places where only poor people live. However, a few housing experts think t...
If you plan to buy a house, but you're hard-pressed for cash, finding an inexpensive one might be your top priority. Even though most cheap homes requ...
Besides, you won't require a huge deposit and a long repayment period if you decide to seek funding. However, with the i...
Everything You Need to Know About Transitional Housing
Transitional housing is a great resource for those who require a place to stay. However, you should know about the program before you decide if it is the right choice. Besides, it is not always the first step in getti...
6 Things You Need to Know Before Buying a Home
If you plan to buy a home now or in the future, that is the most significant financial decision you will make. Therefore, you’ll need to make several considerations before settling on a home to void regrets. For example, you s...
Preparing Your House for the Spring Season: What You Need to Do
It already feels like spring is in the air in many areas of the country. Even if you have a few more weeks of winter left in your neck of the woods, now is the time to start thinking about how you can prepa...
Housing Advice and Programs
This past week, the average 30-year mortgage rate climbed to over 7%. In 2022, mortgage rates more than doubled while housing prices remained high. These trends reflect some of the challenges of finding affordable housing in 2023. The issue of a...
Who Needs to Talk to a Housing Counselor?
Are you in the middle of trying to buy a home? You may already have purchased one but are now in the throes of trying to keep it. If foreclosure seems around the bend, don't panic. There are plenty of resources available to ...
