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  The scarcity of affordable housing is one of the most pressing issues facing Americans today. Rent and home prices have skyrocketed nationwide while wages stagnate, leaving many struggling to keep a roo...

When you're buying a home, down payment assistance (DPA) can give you a financial boost. It helps with your down payment and sometimes even with closing costs.  Think of it as a helpful nudge towards owning ...

The White House recently proposed major changes to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), including getting rid of Section 8 housing vouchers and cutting rental assistance by about 40%. Section...

(HomeHelpersAlliance) – It’s no secret that energy costs have skyrocketed this year. In fact, the head of the National Energy Assistance Directors Association predicts another 10% increase in 2023, even...

Pennsylvania has a program designed to help ease housing costs for eligible residents. This program, known as the property or rent tax rebate, offers financial aid of up to $1,000 for qualifyin...

These days, where you decide to work is becoming a lot more about where you can afford to live. The perks a job offers for housing, like help with paying rent or buying a home, are starting to make a big diffe...

Staying Digitally Connected with ACP In today's digital age, being connected is not just a luxury, it's a necessity. However, the cost can be a barrier for many. The Affordab...

The housing market dynamics are always changing. Prices fluctuate with market demand, changing mortgage rates, and with economic transitions.  Supply and demand flow based on these factors. Given the shifts, you must scr...

Buying a house is becoming more expensive, not just because of the price tags on homes, but also because the initial payment you make, known as the down payment, is going up. That's the chunk of money bu...