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Housing is the most significant expense for adults over the age of 55, taking up a large portion of their budgets, as seen in the Consumer Expenditure Survey.  Before the pandemic, close to 10 m...

Migrants in Massachusetts who are living in emergency shelters may be eligible for a state-run program that provides up to $30,000 over two years to secure stable housing. HomeBASE, the program in...

If you need rental assistance, you may be wondering what the application process looks like. In this blog post, we will explain the entire procedure from start to finish. Remember that the requirements...

The high cost of rent can be a major financial burden on many households, particularly those with limited incomes or facing other financial hardships. Whether dealing with a short-term setback or a long-term...

Every once in a while, we dream of starting fresh in a new city. Luckily, there are several places across the U.S. attracting new residents with cash incentives. These cities offer programs that provide housing ass...

What You Need to Know as a Renter When you rent a place, your landlord has to make sure it's fit to live in. This means they must keep it clean, safe, and working right according to the laws of where ...

Airbnb.org is stepping up to help those affected by the recent wildfires in Los Angeles by offering them a place to stay for free.  These free stays are made possible by donations from Airbnb.org, ...

In a recent study conducted by Forbes Advisor, the best cities for renters in the United States were identified based on several key metrics. This analysis considered factors such as: average re...

Buying a house usually costs more than renting one. This is because you have to pay for things like insurance, property taxes, and repairs.  People expect to pay about 14% more for owning a house compared to renting on a reg...