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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...
States Help Elderly Skip Property Taxes as Home Costs Soar
In the United States, property taxes have increased substantially in the last five years, which has made it harder for many homeowners to afford housing. This rise in taxes has especially affected older homeowners w...
Analyzing Down Payment Barriers and Solutions in the American Real Estate Market
Achieving homeownership is a cornerstone of the American Dream, yet for many, it’s a goal that’s becoming increasingly difficult to attain. The key obstacle? The daunting down payme...
Understanding Your Home Buying Budget and Loan Options
Before you consider buying a home, it's vital to figure out how much you can afford. This depends largely on three major factors: The Mortgage: What type of mortgage you can get, the terms, and your inte...
10 U.S. Cities Where Rent Is Finally Dropping
Rent prices are starting to go down in much of the United States, which is giving a little relief to people facing high housing costs. This drop comes after rents increased a lot between 2019 and 2022. According to a recent r...
Modular Home Loans: What to Know About Financing a Modular Home
With home prices in the U.S. still high, many people feel like owning a house is out of reach. One way to make homeownership more possible is to consider different types of homes, like modular homes, especially...
Beyond the Brink: The Affordable Housing Crisis and Its Toll on Central Pennsylvania's Families
The affordable housing crisis in Central Pennsylvania, exacerbated by the pandemic, is pushing families to the brink. With over half a million state residents behind on rent a...
Rental Assistance Programs: Catalysts for Family Prosperity and Community Growth
In the current landscape of public policy and community planning, the critical role of stable, cost-effective housing has taken center stage. Within this sphere, rental assistance init...
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...