Housing Insights Central

Buying a home is a big deal. It takes a lot of steps, and you'll need to gather a bunch of papers to do it. When you buy a home, especially if you need a loan, there will be a lot of personal and financial documents to show ...

Spending time at home becomes more common in retirement. This is a period when many retirees find their homes need changes to match their new lifestyle and possibly changing health needs. For those aged 65 and above,...

On the notable day of June 27, 2024, we observed the outstanding 90-year journey of the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), a pillar of American homeownership since its inception via the National Housing Act of 1934, a v...

Today, the challenge of securing an affordable living space is hitting Americans hard. Across numerous cities, to even think of buying a house, one might need a yearly income surpassing the $100,000 mark.  ...

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) unveiled plans today to distribute over $3.5 billion in competitive grants nationwide. These funds are earmarked for organizations that provide se...

In a groundbreaking initiative, the U.S. government is exploring a transformative change in its approach to assisting families in need of housing. Moving away from the traditional voucher-based system, the...

While job growth and business spending have been slowing down, the housing market still provides a bright spot for the economy. In order to keep the economic expansion going, the United States will need housing growt...

Many of our readers are already well-versed in local and national housing programs, but there are always some programs that slip under the radar. Our goal is to bring some lesser-known programs and deals to light so you c...

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has recently made big changes to the rules for making manufactured homes, also known as mobile homes.  These cha...