Major Property Tax Changes Coming to Texas
Texas lawmakers have sent a new property tax reduction plan to Governor Greg Abbott, who's expected to approve it. This November, Texans will vote on whether to make these tax cuts a reality. The changes include bigger break...
The Most Affordable Cities to Buy a Home in the U.S.
Buying a home has become increasingly difficult for many Americans. High mortgage costs and limited availability of houses have made owning property seem like an unreachable goal for many. While some states and cities ...
Extended Deadline for Houston's Housing Voucher Waitlist
Are you looking for affordable housing in Houston? The Houston Housing Authority (HHA) has some important updates. They've pushed back the deadline for people to secure a place on the Housing Choice Voucher waitli...
Understanding Condemned Houses: Is Buying Possible?
When a house falls into serious disrepair or is considered unsafe due to things like natural disasters, the local government can label it as condemned. This means the house isn't fit to live in. Selling a condemned ...
Can You Withhold Rent If Your Landlord Ignores Repairs?
If you’re a renter, you expect your landlord to take care of maintaining the property and fixing problems that arise. But what happens if they don’t do what they’re supposed to? You might wonder if...
Florida Homeowners May See Tax Relief Under New Proposal
Republican Representative Vern Buchanan of Florida has introduced a new proposal aimed at helping homeowners in the state. His plan seeks to bring back and permanently expand a tax benefit that offered relief to mi...
Help with Down Payments for California Homebuyers
In California’s Bay Area, a new opportunity is available for people wanting to buy their first home but finding it hard to save for the down payment. They can now get a loan of up to $200,000. The program is designe...
Multnomah County Reopens Low-Income Rental Assistance List: Thousands Apply in First Hours
The Multnomah County housing authority has reopened its list for low-income rental help after two years of being closed. This chance to sign up is only available for one week. A prog...
Rockford City Council Boosts Support for Disaster-Affected Residents with $25,000 Funding Initiative
The Rockford City Council and Rockford Township are setting aside $25,000 in additional funds to help people who need a new place to live after their homes are damaged by disa...
Palm Beach County Launches $100,000 Assistance Program for First-Time Homebuyers
If you're looking to buy your first home in Palm Beach County, there's some good news for you! The county is offering a helping hand with up to $100,000 in assistance for first-time homeb...